Evri
This coverage focuses on Evri’s role and strategy within the UK retail and logistics sectors, offering insights for retail executives, managers, and operations professionals. Reporting covers service expansions, technology investments, leadership changes, partnerships, and performance within the delivery and returns ecosystem. The analysis helps professionals understand how Evri supports retail operations, customer experience, and supply chain efficiency.
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Jan- 2025 -6 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-6/1/25
Fast-fashion retailer Shein is set to face scrutiny from a Parliamentary Committee over labour practices in its supply chain. The inquiry, part of the government’s employment rights initiative, also involves Chinese firm Temu. The committee, chaired by ex-Labour minister Liam Byrne, aims to tackle forced labour concerns and inadequate protection…
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6 JanuarySupply Chain
Evri reports best-ever Christmas and peak trading
Evri delivered record parcel volumes over its peak festive period, including its best-ever week following Black Friday, it has revealed. The biggest week in its 50-year history saw Evri deliver 24.7m parcels (to 7 December 2024) as post-Black Friday deliveries rose by 20.8% on the same period in 2023. This…
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Dec- 2024 -4 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-4/12/24
Evri has partnered with the GMB Union to secure an industry-first pay deal that guarantees self-employed couriers insurance-backed paid sick leave. Supported by over 80% of voters, the agreement also includes festive support payments of up to £950 and subsidized insurance for death, disability, accidents, and sickness. This builds on…
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4 DecemberOnline & Digital
Evri and GMB sign pay deal to cover courier sickness payments
GMB Union and Evri have announced a new pay deal which will secure sickness payments for self-employed couriers. The deal, passed by more than 80%, will provide self-employed couriers with insurance-backed paid sick leave. Self-Employed plus (SE+) will also get festive support payments of up to £950, subsidised death, disability,…
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Oct- 2024 -30 OctoberFeatures
Retail rebrand: Is it time to make the change?
In a hyper-competitive and ever-evolving retail market standing out is key. You must have a strong brand and brand identity to cut through the noise and make an impact on consumers. Sometimes the best way to do this is to rethink your branding. However, this comes with potential drawbacks. Pros…
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Jul- 2024 -26 JulyNews
Today’s news in brief-26/7/24
Boohoo has introduced “Boohoo Brands” a new marketplace featuring over 200 labels including luxury brands like Alexander McQueen and Gucci. This move aims to consolidate its position as a leading fashion and lifestyle destination, leveraging partnerships to enhance customer choices. THG plans to cut 171 jobs across multiple divisions while…
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26 JulyOnline & Digital
Apollo acquires Evri from Advent International
Private equity firm Apollo Global Management entered into a definitive agreement yesterday (25 July) with Advent International to acquire parcel delivery company, Evri, for an undisclosed amount. Since relaunching as Evri in 2022, the company has strengthened its national network that has been purpose-built for third-party ecommerce parcels and its…
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3 JulyNews
Today’s news in brief-3/7/24
JD.com is reportedly considering a bid for parcel delivery company Evri, progressing to the second stage of bidding after making a non-binding offer last month. Competing companies include InPost and Cainiao, Alibaba Group’s logistics arm, as well as Apollo Global Management. Evri, formerly Hermes, has been exploring options including a…
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3 JulySupply Chain
JD.com considers Evri bid
Chinese online retailer JD.com is reportedly considering a bid for parcel delivery company Evri. It is now thought to be in the second stage of bidding after tabling a non-binding offer last month, according to Reuters. Other companies involved in the process include Polish parcel locker firm InPost and Alibaba…
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Jun- 2024 -25 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief-25/6/24
Shein has confidentially filed for an IPO in London, valued at £50bn, despite concerns over its portrayal in the UK which has caused some anxiety among Chinese officials. The fast-fashion retailer, which needs approval from both the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), had previously…
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