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DHL Express reveals odd British export attempts

To celebrate the launch of a new export hotline to help businesses reach new markets, DHL Express reveals some of the stranger items its customers have tried – and failed – to export.

- A warm Korean takeaway from a restaurant to a hungry overseas customer

- Wet concrete from a building materials business to one of its international consumers

- Live racing pigeons to a keen racing fan by a pet shop

- A dead cat for testing from a laboratory

- Dead fleas in a package for species analysis and identification

- A doner kebab to Spain

To support its SME customers in planning their export strategy and avoid disappointment, DHL Express has launched its expert “Export Advisors.” With a team of dedicated small business experts available by phone, email or webchat, SMEs will now be able to prepare their export strategy with DHL’s expert guidance well in advance of taking their first steps into international trade.

Phil Couchman, CEO of DHL Express commented: “For small businesses, exporting can be a challenging undertaking, further complicated by variations in shipping regulations that can lead some products being banned en route or their product not getting to market.”

“But with international markets presenting an exciting opportunity for growth, expert advice and planning are key for your goods to reach their final destination.” he added.

To get in touch with the team, small businesses can ring 0844 248 0675 or visit http://dhlguide.co.uk/get-in-touch/ for more information.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by DHL Express .