It’s Bye-Bye for DHL Parcel Operations in US Market

' One industry observer believes there might be opportunity for some regional parcel carriers as well.

 

“With DHL’s announcement, there will be a rush to pick up the business between FedEx and UPS, especially in the current economic climate where the overall market growth is stagnant,” said Brian Hodgson, vice president of marketing and business development for Kewill Americas. “With DHL’s historical strategy to win on price, the larger regional carriers also have large opportunity as they have become a stronger force in US domestic market since the Airborne acquisition. In fact, some of the traditional DHL business may not be appealing to FedEx and UPS as it may not be profitable at current rates.” '