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Weekly Trade Update: 27/03/25

In this week's Trade Update:
In this week's Trade Update:
Revitalising high streets across the country
Behind the scenes at DHL Express with The Airport Guy
A guide to Time Definite International Shipping

Revitalising high streets across the country

Eight more councils have joined the High Street Rental Auction (HSRA) initiative, part of the government's Plan for Change to revitalise local economies by auctioning leases for long-vacant commercial properties. The programme encourages business growth and community engagement while supporting small businesses. With over £1 million allocated for its rollout, the government aims for broader participation from councils to enhance high streets across the country.

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Behind the scenes at DHL Express with The Airport Guy

We were delighted to welcome Aviation Ambassador, The Airport Guy, Mo T, to our East Midlands hub. Joined by a 17-year-old aviation enthusiast, they experienced first-hand how parcels move through our hub and onto planes, while meeting the great people in our team that make this happen! Mo T's passion for promoting aviation careers to young people is evident as he shares insights and inspiration, demonstrating how DHL Express is not just about delivering packages but also supporting the next generation of logistics professionals. If you'd like to see behind the scenes at our EMA Hub, check out The Airport Guy's YouTube link.

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A guide to Time Definite International Shipping

When it comes to delivery, there’s one thing all e-commerce customers really care about: speed. For businesses shipping cross border, next day delivery is increasingly expected by online shoppers at checkout. And if you’re not offering it, you risk losing the sale… As the global market leader in Time Definite International (TDI) shipping and courier delivery – and the most international company in the world – DHL Express has become a trusted logistics partner for SMEs shipping overseas. This article provides everything you need to know about TDI shipping for your business.

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