DHL-Sinotrans, the leading express company in China, today officially launched Express Pallet, a unique and innovative service designed for handling heavyweight shipments ranging from 50kg to 150kg. The palletized packaging design not only ensures a safe and economical solution for customers, but also streamlines the export process.

Made of sturdy reinforced cardboard and water-resistant material, the Express Pallet provides maximum protection for shipments. It is also creatively designed, allowing easier handling by forklift. The box can be folded easily in three different ways to create compartments that fit shipment volumes weighing 50kg, 75kg, and over 100kg, allowing customers more flexible choices.

This best-in-class solution sets a new packaging standard for China’s air express industry. It is highly suitable for the exporting of heavy shipments for the automotive, engineering, publishing, fashion and high-technology industries, among others. This unique product is another demonstration of DHL-Sinotrans’ innovation and leadership in meeting the growing demands of the market.

“China’s express and logistics industry has enjoyed rapid development in the past few years. Industry watchers believe that by 2010, China’s logistics market volume will hit RMB1197.2 billion, with sustained annual growth of over 20 percent” said Wu Dongming, Managing Director of DHL-Sinotrans.

“We were the first international express company to enter China in 1980. With our rich experience, efficient management and advanced technology, DHL-Sinotrans is committed to lead the market by continuously developing innovative products and services to meet the growing demands of customers. The launch of Express Pallet is an apposite demonstration of our quick response to the market,” added Mr. Wu.

By utilizing Express Pallet, customers in China will enjoy fast and secure door-to-door delivery to over 220 countries and territories in DHL’s global network. In addition, DHL's all-inclusive door-to-door price covers the Express Pallet packaging, pick-up, documentation, carriage, customs clearance and delivery to the recipient's doorstep, offering customers more economical solutions.

Since its establishment in 1986, DHL-Sinotrans has introduced many market-leading innovative products and services to meet customer demands, such as Import Express, Time Definite Delivery, Fast Forward, DHL Jumbo Box and DHL Jumbo Junior.