News

9 March 2012

Bangladesh, Dhaka service interuptions on 12 March expected

 

For 12th March oppositions have called a grand political showdown across  Dhaka city against the government. As a result we are expecting every roads be blocked 
and no movement be possible for the day. Delivery and pickups may hampered badly.

 

 


 

7 March 2012

Strikes in South Africa

We will be experiencing delays on inbound, and outbound clearance and deliveries, and local communication as a result of protest strike action in South Africa today.
This is expected to continue until close of business today, and our operations will return to normal as from 08 March, 2012.

 

26 January 2012

Strikes Italy

Strikes in parts of Italy continues. The most considerable delays affect the shipments for the South of Italy. Especially for the following areas: CALABRIA, PUGLIA, SARDEGNA , CAMPANIA, SICILIA, BASILICATA.

And in the North of Italy the following cities: GENOVA, BRESCIA, TORINO.
In fact the rest of Italy is currently serviced conform schedule, but additional delays could happen everywhere.

    

23 January 2012

Mozambique services affected by tropical cyclones

Due to the two tropical cyclones that have hit the Mozambique coast this past week, several areas (Province of Gaza, Inhambane, Sofola, Quelimane, Nampula and Cabo Delgado) have been seriously affected with roads being cut off and bridges collapsed. Therefore please be advised that delays will occur in deliveries and collections. The government is currently repairing several roads and bridges. It is still early to determine when this situation will return to normal.

 

15 December 2011

Strikes in Cyprus

On 15 December a general strike by government employees is taking place in Cyprus. Due to the strike and flight cancellations to and from Cyprus, delivery and receipt of outbound and inbound shipments will be delayed.

   

24 November 2011

Strikes in Portugal

Strikes have been announced for Thursday 24 November in Portugal. Full impact is not know yet, but delays in deliveries and collections are expected due to demonstrations.

 

 23 November 2011

Strikes in Italy

Today due to an unexpected strike of the unions in Italy, shipments which would be delivered today could suffer one day delay.

 

25 October 2011 
Saudi Arabia; Pick-up/ Delivery Delays - Riyadh

 
Due to funeral procession of  Crown Prince Sultan on Tuesday 25th October 2011  world leaders are expected to visit  Riyadh City.
Restrictions and diversions for traffic will be put in place due to preparations in the city, so there is expected to be some service impact on collections and deliveries in this area.

    

18 October 2011

Thailand services heavily affected by floods (update)

 
Delivery and Collection are hindered due to extreme weather.  61 provinces in Thailand are affected by floods.
The sea level is forecasted to rise during 12-16 October and 28-30 October which may affect to inner city. The inner city of Bangkok is still safe now, but no guarantee that Bangkok will be safe until the end of this month.
There are 5 industrial estates in Ayuthaya which are already closed. There are: Saha Ratana Nakorn, Rojchana, Hi-Tech, Bangpa-in , Factory Land and one in Pathumthani: Navanakorn which the flood just flow over the barrier and all factories are closed now. It's still heavy raining in some areas and the situation in Bangkok is uncertain. After Navanakorn Flood, the next risk areas 12000 Muang will be Don Muang (10210) and Sai Mai, Bangkhen 12110 Thanyaburi (10220). There is a lot of floodwater in surrounding 12120 Klong Luang areas and the situation in Bangkok is still unsafe even 12130 Prachatipok there is city's flood barrier to protect.
4 October 2011

Greece Strike

Please be informed that General strike in Greece has been announced for tomorrow October 5th
25 August 2011

China – Hong Kong to Shenzhen Shuttle

  
We have deployed a cross border trucking service from Hong Kong to Shenzhen. We have also invested in the deployment of a midnight connecting shuttle in Shenzhen. With a team of knowledgeable and efficient brokerage staff and in-house customs technology, we are able to clear 99% of consignments arriving at the Shenzhen Airport Express Clearance Centre within 4.5 hours.
This has resulted in a dramatic improvement in our ability to service the Shenzhen market. We are able to offer next morning deliveries from Hong Kong arrivals into the three main cities of the Delta River Region, namely, Shenzhen, Dongguan and Guangzhou.
25 August 2011

Singapore to Australia Services

 
A direct line haul service has been added from Singapore to Brisbane & Perth. This means we are now able to offer next day delivery into metropolitan Brisbane & Perth from Singapore for documents and parcels up to $AUD1,000 in value. This is an improvement of 24 hours on previous service levels. This service is complemented by a 4.00pm pick up time – the latest in the local market.
Australia is Singapore’s 11th largest trading partner. We offer direct line hauls to the Sydney, Melbourne Brisbane and Perth providing customers with opportunities for continued business growth into Australia.
Customers can now benefit from improved transit times to Australia.
9 May 2011

Greece

 
A national strike has been declared for May 11th in Athens.
All inbound and outbound flights are expected to be cancelled.
 
If the national strike will not be postponed, please expect 24 hour delay in all shipment deliveries.
16 March 2011

Bahrain

 
Due to road closures and heightened security restrictions deliveries and pick ups could be delayed and additional transit times may occur.
23 Februari 2011

Earthquake in Christchurch (New Zealand)

 
Due to Earthquake in Christchurch on 22-02, all services to the main centre have been cancelled. In addition CHC Airport is currently closed with access to main centre being reserved for emergency services only.
23 Februari 2011

Strike in Athens (Greece)

 
Please be informed that due to a big demonstration today, deliveries and collections could be delayed.
13 February 2011

South Africa

   
Please take note that as of 13/02/2011, Industrial Strike action has commenced in South Africa. Please anticipate delays in collections and deliveries as a result.

31 January 2011

Egypt


Due to the the present situation in Egypt, delays in the deliveries and pick ups are expected.
11 January 2011

Services in Queensland (Australia)

Major disruption to services continue in QLD (Queensland), due to severe & wide spread flooding. An increasing number of towns are being classed as disaster area’s as rain storms continue to inundate the State. Many of our QLD offices/drivers have been forced to evacuate to attend to their families & homes. We do not expect the scenario to subside in the coming days.
6 December 2010

Strike in Athens (Greece)

 
Please be informed that due to big demonstration expected today, central Athens is closed.
4 November 2010

Yemen and Somalia

 
In compliance with regulatory directives, effective immediately and until further notice, SkyNet Worldwide Express is not accepting shipments to or from Yemen and Somalia.
27 October 2010

Strike in France

 
In France, on Thursday the 28th October 2010, all trade unions have called a country wide strike against the project of retirement law. The strikes will cause a lot of traffic jams due to the lack of public transport and demonstration in all main cities. This could have an impact for the on time deliveries and pickups in France.
18 October 2010

Strike in France

 
In France, on Tuesday the 19th October 2010, all trade unions have called a country wide strike against the project of retirement law. The strikes will cause a lot of traffic jams due to the lack of public transport and demonstration in all main cities. This could have an impact for the on time deliveries and pickups in France.
11 October 2010

Strike in France

 
In France, on Tuesday the 12th October 2010, all trade unions have called a country wide strike against the project of retirement law. The strikes will cause a lot of traffic jams due to the lack of public transport and demonstration in all main cities. This could have an impact for the on time deliveries and pickups in France.
24September 2010

Strikes in Spain on Wednesday 29 September

  
All major trade unions have announced a general strike in Spain on Wednesday 29 September 2010.
This could hinder deliveries and collections in Spain and delays are expected.
22 September 2010

Strikes in France

 
Thursday 23rd september 2010, all trade unions have called a country wide strike against the project of retirement law. This will result in a lot of trafic jams due to the lack of public transport and demonstration in all main cities.
22 September 2010

Strike in Athens (Greece)

 
The trucking companies strike is escalating and it is expected that they will block national roads around Athens.
This, at the moment, may not affect the Athens deliveries, however deliveries outside Athens could be delayed.
6 September 2010

Strike in France

 
In France, on Tuesday the 7th September 2010, all trade unions have called a country wide strike against the project of retirement law. A lot of trafic jams are expected due to the lack of public transport and demonstration in all main cities. This could have an impact for the on time deliveries and pick ups in France.
6 September 2010

New Zealand Eartquake

              
Further to Saturdays earthquake in the South Island. Christchurch CBD remains closed with no deliveries to take place today. Significant business disruption in Christchurch will mean a number of business outside the CBD will also be closed.
2 September 2010

New SkyNet office in Mansoura (Egypt)

       
 
SkyNet Worldwide Express Egypt has opened a new office in Mansoura City, serving all Delta area.
The office operates a direct service to Sharm El Sheikh and Hurgada City.
1 June 2010

PMR Diamond Arrow Award

SkyNet Mozambique received yesterday the PMR Diamond Arrow Award for the Best Courier Company in Mozambique. This is the fourth time that SkyNet receive this award.
19 May 2010

Delivery problems in Poland

After snowy winter and rainy spring Poland is literally soaked with water. And it's still raining, especially in southern parts of our country. Waters are rising as the tidal wave is moving north, climax is expected on Friday.
For now, we cannot guarantee deliveries to southern Poland (postal codes starting with 2, 3, 4, 5), as the local floods are already giving our drivers a hard time and catastrophic-scale flood is possible.
Shipments to Krakow and Sandomierz area are already undeliverable because our warehouse was cut off by the water this morning.
29 April 2010

SkyNet Worldwide Express has introduced their new tagline:

 ‘The Partnership that delivers’
 
With the new proposed tagline, SkyNet Worldwide Express will be able to further enhance its brand’s global recognition.
The tagline ‘The Partnership that delivers’ represents the business culture of the SkyNet Worldwide Express network, combining the personal attitude in caring and the professional one in delivering. This standpoint makes SkyNet Worldwide Express the associate to consider when it comes to customers who want to be serviced reliably and rapidly.
1 April 2010

SkyNet Italy

Since many years SkyNet had two headoffices in Italy. One headoffice in Milan for the northern part and the other headoffice for the southern part.
From the first of April 2010 the Italian country is directed from one Italian SkyNet headoffice in Milan.