DTI, DHL tie up to support MSMEs’ overseas e-commerce biz

LOGISTICS firm DHL Express has strengthened its partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through their phygital program to provide overseas market opportunities to all clients of DTI’s Negosyo Centers.

To support market growth and increased international trade activities, DHL Express offers all customers of DTI Negosyo Centers a special 10-percent discount on published tariff rates through promo codes valid until Aug. 30, 2022.

The promo codes are displayed in all 129 DTI Negosyo Centers nationwide and can be used on shipment bookings via the MyDHL+ website.

The option to connect with DHL Express retail sales desks via chat is also available to assist customers regarding bookings or when using the codes.

“The MSME sector in our country has produced many creative and proudly Filipino products that deserve a place in the global market. Whether through traditional or online selling, DHL Express is making it easier for MSME businesses to thrive through innovation and digitalization, such as with our phygital program,” Eric Queppet, head of commercial for DHL Express Philippines, said in a statement on Wednesday.

Queppet said the strong partnership with DTI supports the company’s aim to help MSMES harness opportunities presented by the growth of cross-border e-commerce. (CSL with PR)