newsHermes adds extra sortation tier ahead of Peak
The £16m project at the fully-automated Midlands Super Hub in Rugby boosts output by 40% up to 1.35 million parcels each day.
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productDouble deck trailers allows Hermes to slash mileage
Hermes has bought 32 double decker trailers, which it says will allow it to reduce the number of miles its drivers travel by up to 1.5 million a year.
product£1m carousel system for bulky items installed
Delivery firm Hermes has enhanced capacity and operational efficiency at its Midlands Super Hub in Rugby by installing a new bespoke semi-automated carousel system.
news‘Self employed plus’ status for gig economy couriers
Hermes’ self-employed couriers now have the option to take holiday pay and have guaranteed earnings following a deal between with union GMB.
newsHermes nears 2 million parcels per day at ‘peak of peak’
On Friday 30th November, Hermes processed 1.9 million parcels, exceeding 2017’s total of 1.6 million items handled in a single day.
productDepot opens in time for Peak season
Hermes has opened a purpose-built parcel distribution depot in Hemel Hempstead.
newseBay sellers get printer-less labelling
Hermes has invested in a printer-less labelling solution with eBay, which will be available to UK eBay sellers when they purchase their postage via eBay delivery powered by Shutl.
newsBusy Black Friday for Hermes
Hermes handled in excess of 4.8 million parcels over Black Friday Weekend to date after, utilising its new £31m Midlands Super Hub in Rugby.
newsDelivery firm launches ETA solution
myHermes, the consumer delivery specialist, has launched a new Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) that will enable sole traders, SME retailers and online marketplace sellers to provide their own customers with improved visibility over delivery.
articleHermes opens ‘UK’s largest parcel hub’ in Rugby
The facility features a high level of automation and Hermes says it will provide further confidence in its Peak capacity for retail customers.
newsHermes refutes GMB driver insurance allegations
GMB, the union for Hermes drivers, is seeking clarification and support from the Association of British Insurers regarding Hermes insurance practices.
productExploiting international eCommerce
Hermes has created an international shipping solution for UK-based sole traders and SME retailers to reach consumers based in 23 European countries.
newsHermes takes 336k sq ft distribution facility in Tamworth
Prologis has announced a lease agreement with Hermes Parcelnet for a 336,000 square foot distribution facility at Prologis Tamworth 594.
