Opportunities in the divisions

In the MAIL division, we are continuously optimising the costs for our transport and delivery network and making cost structures more flexible, which allow us to respond faster to changes in volumes. In addition, starting in 2010 we will begin offering the letter on the internet – a binding, confidential and reliable form of written electronic communication. Our intention is to win the interest of key accounts, and we are certain that we will be able to launch this product successfully.

Our EXPRESS division is directing its attention to its high-yield core business now that the US business has been restructured. The division’s portfolio will be further streamlined through planned sales of European parcel services. Strict cost controls support the financial targets we have set. We are therefore well equipped to improve our earnings situation, especially once the economic crisis has passed.

In the GLOBAL FORWARDING, FREIGHT division, we are continuing to improve our modular service portfolio by offering more flexible combinations and sustainable solutions for customers. We see this as an opportunity to raise productivity, increase customer satisfaction, strictly limit costs and kick off new sales activities.

Our SUPPLY CHAIN division will continue to benefit from companies’ willingness to outsource logistics services given the cost pressures that still persist everywhere. We will use our resources and our expertise to keep growing profitably and to provide our customers with high-quality services. Williams Lea won new contracts in the year under review, which will not only sharpen its profile, but also attest to the capability of the business unit with regard to potential new customers and thus paves the way for gaining additional long-term outsourcing contracts with key clients.

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