APC Overnight to Present British Alternative to TNT

Post by **TrueBlueTerrier** » 19 Dec 2008, 15:27

APC Overnight to Present British Alternative to Dutch TNT Post Stake in Royal Mail

http://www.prnewswire.co.uk/cgi/news/release?id=245505

BIRMINGHAM, England, December 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Mail and the Government should look closer to home for a business partner says APC Overnight, the UK's largest next day parcel and document delivery network organisation. It says that existing UK market leaders such as APC Overnight, Parcelnet, Home Delivery Network and City Link all present viable alternatives to Dutch-owned TNT Post.

"APC Overnight can be part of a UK partnership that could resolve the Royal Mail issue. APC Overnight operates the UK's largest network of regional depots handling tens of thousands of small packets and parcels every night. We are ready to demonstrate our capabilities and show precisely what we can offer as a UK business," says Jon Barber, the company's Marketing Director. "A Royal Mail - TNT Post partnership, therefore, should not be seen as a foregone conclusion, as there are several British-owned companies that should be considered. We encourage Royal Mail and the Government to investigate other options to TNT Post and we invite them to review what APC Overnight offers."

APC Overnight has already been involved in developing local parcel centres and easy home collection solutions designed for areas where Post Offices are closing. "We provide a packets and parcels collection service from the home or office, which everyone can arrange online. We have also developed parcel drop-off centres for shops, petrol stations - or even through postal kiosks," says Jon Barber.

"With the downturn in the economy the Government should be looking to protect British jobs and UK parcels networks that not only have the infrastructure and capacity but are also well ahead in the technology stakes. Higher levels of services are already being offered by independent operators who for years have provided alternatives to Royal Mail services and have consistently delivered the 'post' on time," he adds.

APC Overnight is able to provide a full national collection and delivery service to every corner of the British Isles for small packets and parcels, as well as secure services for sensitive documents. The organisation boasts one of the UK's most advanced hub and depot networks and has a programme of continuous investment in technology.

"APC Overnight is a forward looking company that invests in the best. We have the latest in technology and constantly review new solutions as they emerge. Our hubs and depots are equipped with modern equipment to optimise handling and sorting, and our people are the best in the business," continues Jon Barber. "We believe that as a modern UK business with nationwide reach and comprehensive local knowledge we are well placed to work with Royal Mail for the last mile of deliveries."

Post by **TrueBlueTerrier** » 19 Dec 2008, 15:28

Why am I getting the impression that the vultures are starting to circle.

norbert · Post by **norbert** » 19 Dec 2008, 15:38

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TrueBlueTerrier wrote:Why am I getting the impression that the vultures are starting to circle.

Hooper was an free market ideologue with Postcon - Will Hutton wiped the floor with them - however they are also were very dangerous just like :mfo is now - Brown wants to be seen as a RM saviour - bit like Wilson getting in the 60's with Beeching , too many contradictory agendas with New Labour - they have to call an election in 2010 , times running out to sort out the mess they caused in the first place

It also means that RM IR will get even worse as people will need to be softened up even more for these vultures

Yahoorsur · Post by **Yahoorsur** » 19 Dec 2008, 15:40

About APC
– Parcel Delivery You Can Trust
Established in 1994, APC (Alternative Parcels Company) was borne out of a real need in the parcel delivery market for an overnight parcel delivery service that could offer the high level of care and attention that businesses expected and received from same-day courier companies.

Recovering from recession, businesses were looking for a cost effective alternative for their delivery requirements. Turning to the main overnight carriers they discovered that there was a significant gap between the high level of service they were accustomed to using with same-day couriers and the service they received from overnight carriers.

Recognising this need and the changing marketplace, 47 of the UK's leading same-day courier companies got together to form The Alternative Parcels Company – a network that would work together to deliver their customers' parcels anywhere in the UK – secure and on time.

From humble beginnings, APC has now grown to be a major force within the parcel delivery industry. It has enjoyed an average 35% growth year on year since its creation.

APC's network now comprises over 125 member depots all working closely together to provide an unrivalled national network with local knowledge, care and service. It offers:

the largest number of depots within a UK network

a high degree of customer care and accountability

an impressive track-record averaging 99.8% of all parcels delivered securely and on-time

Many of its competitors are huge impersonal conglomerates – APC is the only one with a truly independently owned network. And when you call APC you get real people, people who care about your parcel and the service you are receiving - not a faceless call centre.

To ensure that high standards are maintained, depot performance is closely monitored and audited by APC Head Office through a variety of means. We can afford to be rigorous – we have a waiting list of suppliers desperate to be part of the success story that is the APC overnight network. Our reputation has been built by the quality of service we deliver. We are determined to make sure it stays that way.

In my humble opinion,the TNT option is a done deal,and all the press releases from firms like this are not going to change it.

DGP1 · Post by **DGP1** » 19 Dec 2008, 15:42

Just wait until TNT get handed the share in RM, expect to see court action against the government, RM and anyone else who the vultures decide.

Post by **dvbuk55** » 19 Dec 2008, 16:06

Home Delivery Network? I wouldn't let them deliver my crap to the sewage works - dreadful, even the firms who use them say so - I have had my money back three times because of the "Express" delivery, next day, being unable to deliver because I was out - however I have cctv at the front of my house and I can prove nobody called at the times they stated AND by their own admission it hadn't left the depot but shown to have been attempted delivery merely to fulfil their obligation.

DGP1 · Post by **DGP1** » 19 Dec 2008, 16:44

dvbuk55 wrote:Home Delivery Network? I wouldn't let them deliver my crap to the sewage works - dreadful, even the firms who use them say so - I have had my money back three times because of the "Express" delivery, next day, being unable to deliver because I was out - however I have cctv at the front of my house and I can prove nobody called at the times they stated AND by their own admission it hadn't left the depot but shown to have been attempted delivery merely to fulfil their obligation.

HDN deliver out of cars in my area

maybe this is the what RM/TNT will want from us in the future.

Post by **TrueBlueTerrier** » 19 Dec 2008, 16:48

disgruntledpostie1 wrote:
dvbuk55 wrote:Home Delivery Network? I wouldn't let them deliver my crap to the sewage works - dreadful, even the firms who use them say so - I have had my money back three times because of the "Express" delivery, next day, being unable to deliver because I was out - however I have cctv at the front of my house and I can prove nobody called at the times they stated AND by their own admission it hadn't left the depot but shown to have been attempted delivery merely to fulfil their obligation.
HDN deliver out of cars in my area maybe this is the what RM/TNT will want from us in the future.

Some are already

Post by **dvbuk55** » 19 Dec 2008, 17:57

TrueBlueTerrier wrote:
disgruntledpostie1 wrote:
dvbuk55 wrote:Home Delivery Network? I wouldn't let them deliver my crap to the sewage works - dreadful, even the firms who use them say so - I have had my money back three times because of the "Express" delivery, next day, being unable to deliver because I was out - however I have cctv at the front of my house and I can prove nobody called at the times they stated AND by their own admission it hadn't left the depot but shown to have been attempted delivery merely to fulfil their obligation.
HDN deliver out of cars in my area maybe this is the what RM/TNT will want from us in the future.
Some are already

You beat me to it.

k979aaa · Post by **k979aaa** » 20 Dec 2008, 14:12

TrueBlueTerrier wrote:
disgruntledpostie1 wrote:
dvbuk55 wrote:Home Delivery Network? I wouldn't let them deliver my crap to the sewage works - dreadful, even the firms who use them say so - I have had my money back three times because of the "Express" delivery, next day, being unable to deliver because I was out - however I have cctv at the front of my house and I can prove nobody called at the times they stated AND by their own admission it hadn't left the depot but shown to have been attempted delivery merely to fulfil their obligation.
HDN deliver out of cars in my area maybe this is the what RM/TNT will want from us in the future.
Some are already

I seen em near my house i thought at first the van driver had an accident with a vaxhall astra then i watched i amazement as he handed one parcel after another to the car driver?. I could not belive my eye's at this shody outfit should have follow the astra and got myself a few bargin's!.

Not that i would steel anything but some would if they saw what i saw!.

norbert · Post by **norbert** » 20 Dec 2008, 14:48

k979aaa wrote:
TrueBlueTerrier wrote:
disgruntledpostie1 wrote:
dvbuk55 wrote:Home Delivery Network? I wouldn't let them deliver my crap to the sewage works - dreadful, even the firms who use them say so - I have had my money back three times because of the "Express" delivery, next day, being unable to deliver because I was out - however I have cctv at the front of my house and I can prove nobody called at the times they stated AND by their own admission it hadn't left the depot but shown to have been attempted delivery merely to fulfil their obligation.
HDN deliver out of cars in my area maybe this is the what RM/TNT will want from us in the future.
Some are already
I seen em near my house i thought at first the van driver had an accident with a vauxhall astra then i watched i amazement as he handed one parcel after another to the car driver?. I could not believe my eye's at this shoddy outfit should have follow the astra and got myself a few bargain's!. Not that i would steal anything but some would if they saw what i saw!.

wild west ! thought RM were amateurish but this is better - Del Boy / Arthur Daley mail - sorry they are already in charge of RM !

k979aaa · Post by **k979aaa** » 20 Dec 2008, 14:59

norbert wrote:
k979aaa wrote:
TrueBlueTerrier wrote:
disgruntledpostie1 wrote:
dvbuk55 wrote:Home Delivery Network? I wouldn't let them deliver my crap to the sewage works - dreadful, even the firms who use them say so - I have had my money back three times because of the "Express" delivery, next day, being unable to deliver because I was out - however I have cctv at the front of my house and I can prove nobody called at the times they stated AND by their own admission it hadn't left the depot but shown to have been attempted delivery merely to fulfil their obligation.
HDN deliver out of cars in my area maybe this is the what RM/TNT will want from us in the future.
Some are already
I seen em near my house i thought at first the van driver had an accident with a vauxhall astra then i watched i amazement as he handed one parcel after another to the car driver?. I could not believe my eye's at this shoddy outfit should have follow the astra and got myself a few bargain's!. Not that i would steal anything but some would if they saw what i saw!.

wild west ! thought RM were amateurish but this is better

Only happened last Tuesday outside my house well when T.N.T buy the nearest lock up garage and we all see the silly trolly's and bike's with orange jacketed worker's who don't have a clue what to do at 8 pm!. It would look a cock up compared with what i saw last Tuesday lunch time.