TNT Express and KLM Cargo expand partnership to boost European network

TNT Express and KLM Cargo have announced that TNT Express will become the exclusive supplier of European flown feeder services for KLM Cargo.

The operation will start with joint use of TNT Express jet freighter capacity to and from key markets: Helsinki - four times per week, Dublin - even times per week, Oporto - twice a week and Madrid - once a week. A high frequency truck service between the TNT Express air hub in Liege, Belgium and KLM ‘s hub at Schiphol will ensure competitive throughput times for customers.

The cooperation enables TNT Express to extend collection cut off times and provide shorter door-to-door delivery times in many parts of Europe. KLM Cargo will stop operating its own leased European freighter. Both parties have agreed to further expand the cooperation by improving frequencies and adding other destinations in the coming period.

This partnership will mean greater flexibility and reliability for customers. Key European routes will be covered by improved export and import services offered by both organizations. The customer driven focus of both companies also gives the partnership an edge in delivering fully integrated distribution solutions for customers.

Michael Wisbrun, EVP of KLM Cargo said, “We are very pleased with the timing of this agreement and the immediate positive effect on our bottom line. But most of all we are pleased with the long term and structural character of this companionship which will create breakthrough opportunities for the customer base of KLM Cargo.”

The launch is a stepping stone in further cooperation between the two companies. TNT Express and KLM Cargo are partnering in a new approach towards customers to offer joint services based on their networks and capabilities. The usage by TNT Express of the KLM Cargo long haul intercontinental network is also growing rapidly.

Christian Drenthen, managing director of the TNT Express Network Business Unit said, “This is an important venture for both ourselves and KLM Cargo. It demonstrates not only our commitment to building stronger partnerships with other powerful airlines, but also reinforces our position as the best express delivery operator in Europe. In such uncertain times in the aviation industry we are pleased to be announcing added benefits for our customers.”

Alan Jones, group managing director of TNT Express commented, “Our innovative agreement with KLM Cargo enables us to provide even faster and more reliable on demand door to door express delivery services in Europe. We will create improved customer satisfaction and increased profits through these arrangements.”

Rayong governor, Prapan Cholweerawong (3rd from right), and IEAT governor, Mrs. Anchalee Chavanich (left center), presided over the stone laying ceremony for Kloeckner Pentaplast (Thailand) Ltd. at Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate (Rayong), developed by Hemaraj Land and Development PLC. With a total investment of about 500 million baht, the new factory will produce PVC films, PET films and PVC coated films. Also shown in the photo are Supat Limpaporn (2nd right), acting investment advisor from BOI, Dr. H. Gaertner (center right), managing director of Kloeckner Pentaplast GmbH, Germany, and Dr. Bernd Biedermann (right), managing director of Kloeckner Pentaplast (Thailand) Ltd.

The British Chamber of Commerce Thailand, in close co-operation with First Training, will present a two day seminar: ‘Advanced Presentation Skills’ at the Amari Watergate Hotel, Sukhothai Suite A Room, 8th Floor on Tuesday-Wednesday 27th-28th November 2001 (Day One:09.00-09.30 (registration), 09.30-16.30 Day Two:09.30-16.30).

This seminar is aimed at Thai junior to middle management who need to make presentations at a high level in English. The seminar will look at various aspects of making presentations such as: key features of an effective presentation, introductions, organization and signposting, clarity of language, visual aids, body language, ending a presentation, dealing with questions and evaluating a presentation. During the seminar, participants will be given every opportunity to put into practice what they have learnt using group work, pair work, role-plays and real life situations.

The cost per participant is 5,750 baht inclusive of VAT, course materials, certificates, lunch (x2) and coffee breaks (x4). Please fax or e-mail the name/s of participants to the BCCT office, fax +66 (0) 2651-5354, tel. +66 (0) 2651-5350-3, email [email protected]

Due to difficulty in collecting payments for previous seminars, payment must be made in advance to confirm bookings as space is limited to 16 participants. Please make cheques payable to “The British Chamber of Commerce”. The bookings received with payment will be accepted. Please ensure that attendees do not change their bookings without informing the BCCT.

DHL International (Thailand) Ltd., the air express leader, has appointed Nujaree Sithasrivong as human resources manager. Nujaree has considerable experience in HR management, staff development and professional training, and holds a BA in Political Science (Personnel Administration) with honors from Chulalongkorn University. She is a professional personnel administration practitioner with 14 years of experience. She has worked for many leading companies including Saha-Union Group Ltd., Crown Seal Public Co., Ltd., MHI Mahajak Air Conditioners Co., Ltd., Bangkok Can Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Inshape Healthcare Co., Ltd., and Booker Wholesale (Thailand). Before joining DHL International (Thailand) she was the vice president of staff planning and recruitment for the Bank of Asia.