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Evri Opens Largest Automated Parcel Hub in Europe

September 20, 2022September 20, 2022Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

Evri (formerly Hermes UK), the consumer delivery specialist, has today opened its new automated parcel distribution hub, the largest of its kind in Europe which represents a £60 million investment in Barnsley, near Sheffield. The hub is creating around 1,400 new jobs in the area. Over 800 full time roles have been recruited, including 12 […]

89% Reduction In Carbon Emission In An Evri’s Trail

March 31, 2022March 31, 2022Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

Evri (formerly Hermes UK) is continuing to explore alternative modes of transport that are kinder to the environment with a trial of a new electronically assisted cargo bike that is made from natural fibre composite materials and recycled plastics and metals. So far, the results show a reduction in final mile carbon emissions by 89%. The […]

Hermes and Homeless Charity Celebrate First Year with 6 Figure Donation

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

Homelessness charity Emmaus and Hermes have celebrated their first year in partnership together, which has seen the UK’s leading parcel delivery company raise over £111,000 to help support the charity’s aim to give formerly homeless people a home, meaningful work and a sense of belonging. To mark the occasion, Hermes CEO Martijn de Lange visited […]

Hermes Announces Ambitious Ethics and Sustainability Program

October 28, 2021October 28, 2021Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

Hermes, the UK’s largest dedicated parcel delivery company, has announced an ambitious ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) programme designed to reduce its impact on the planet, promote equality and fairness and increase transparency about its operations. Nancy Hobhouse, who recently joined Hermes as Head of ESG from John Lewis where she was Senior Sustainability Manager, […]

Hermes Opens New Distribution Depot in Lakeside with 60 Permanent Jobs

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

This week sees the opening of a new distribution depot by Hermes UK, the consumer delivery specialists, in Valor Park, West Thurrock. Over 60 permanent jobs have been created at the 157,000sqft warehouse, which has been opened ahead of the busy Black Friday and Christmas peak periods. The new facility will be able to handle over 220K […]

Hermes Launches LGV Apprenticeship Program

August 19, 2021August 19, 2021Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

Hermes UK, the consumer delivery specialist, has launched an apprenticeship scheme designed to help address the national LGV driver shortage, whilst developing its own people. So far, forty-five employees have signed up to the 12-month scheme which will see them gain a Cat C licence and become a qualified LGV driver. DISCOVER THE SECRETS […]

Hermes partners with Tesco to expand Parcelshop network

August 3, 2021August 3, 2021Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

Hermes, one of the UK’s leading consumer delivery companies, has announced its partnership with the UK’s largest supermarket to provide ParcelShop services across its convenience estate nationwide. Services will commence from 6th September in the first phase of stores and a continued roll-out is planned over the coming months. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR UPCOMING LAST […]

Video: Socially Responsible Logistics | Hermes UK

July 14, 2021August 2, 2021Nikolay BozhilovLeave a Comment

Nancy Hobhouse is taking over a newly created role at Hermes, one of UK’s leading home delivery companies, as Head of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) to drive the business’s environmental, social, governance agenda. She spoke to The Logistics Point about why this is important and what she hopes to achieve in her new job. […]