DHL Exel Supply Chain continues support for communities affected by Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar

DHL Exel Supply Chain, one of the business units of DHL, the world’s leading express and logistics company, recently donated 220,368 baht through Mercy Corps to help victims of Cyclone Nargis, which hit Myanmar in May. In addition to financial support, DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand, cooperating with Women With A Mission, a nonprofit organization aiming at training and supporting women around the world to become leaders for Christ in their nations, has provided aid in the form of transportation support. Although two months have past, the impact of the cyclone is still being felt in some areas. DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand staff donation of 220,368 baht was given to Mercy Corps to provide humanitarian assistance to cyclone survivors in restoring housing and infrastructure, as well as the provision of medical treatment and counseling. The donation will mainly be allocated to the cash-for-work and livelihood recovery programs generated to help people recover from the disaster and keep the local economies supported throughout the recovery process. These programs offer local survivors an opportunity to earn income from engaging in the restoration of their communities. “Those who survive remain in desperate need of aid, especially for rehabilitation. As a result, DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand staff continue to respond with assistance to the victims of the catastrophe in Myanmar. We want to contribute our expertise in logistics as much as we can to help them through this tough situation,” said Steve Daniel, Senior Vice President – Indo-China and the Indian Subcontinent, DHL Exel Supply Chain Asia Pacific. By teaming up with “Women With A Mission,” DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand also provided transport and manpower for delivering emergency supplies and other donations that will be distributed to people in the affected areas. A few weeks after the disaster, Mercy Corps shipped emergency suppliers worth US$ 1 million from Portland, Oregon to Bangkok with the help of DHL. “As part of DHL’s corporate values and sustainability program, these activities demonstrate our commitment to being a good corporate citizen by helping build the communities in which we operate and transferring logistics management know-how and sharing best practices. In particular, DHL supports efforts in disaster preparedness, emergency relief and post disaster rehabilitation,” said Mr. Daniel. Picture Shows: DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand continues to help affected communities of Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar. Partnering “Women With A Mission,” DHL Exel Supply Chain provides transport and manpower to help bring humanitarian aid supplies to the survivors. Picture Shows: DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand staff loading a DHL container with relief supplies for affected communities of Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar. DHL joins its humanitarian partners, including Mercy Corps and Women with a Mission, to continue contributing its expertise in logistics to bring relief aid to our neighbors who are severely affected by Cyclone Nargis. About DHL DHL is the global market leader of the international express and logistics industry, specializing in providing innovative and customized solutions from a single source. DHL offers expertise in express, air and ocean freight, overland transport, contract logistic solutions as well as international mail services, combined with worldwide coverage and an in-depth understanding of local markets. DHL's international network links more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Some 300,000 employees are dedicated to providing fast and reliable services that exceed customers' expectations. DHL is a Deutsche Post World Net brand. The group generated revenues of more than 63 bn euros in 2007. For the latest news and happenings about DHL in Asia Pacific, please visit http://press.ap.dhl.com About DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand was established in 1995 and currently employs approximately 4,000 people in over 50 locations, in multiple warehouses and office facilities covering an area of more than a quarter million square meters across the country. DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand focuses on providing third party logistics solutions to customers in the consumer, retail, technology, automotive, healthcare, industrial and chemical sectors. For further information, please visit our website at http://www.dhl.co.th Press contacts: DHL Exel Supply Chain Thailand Ms. Piyalak Chuenchompoonut Ms. Pimnatda Vijjupanont Tel: 0-2345-5602 or 0-2791-8009 Fax: 0-2285-5732 Email: piyalak.chuenchompoonut @dhl.com [email protected] Hill & Knowlton Thailand Ms. Orawan Chuenwiratsakul Ms. Visa Cheawsamut Tel: 0-2627-3501 ext 212 or 107 Fax: 0-2627-3510 Email: [email protected] [email protected] Click for photo release at www.thaipr.net

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