Himalayan News Service

Kathmandu, May 26:

Everest De Cargo Pvt Ltd, licensee of FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corporation today announced the opening of a new service centre in Patan, Lalitpur. Located just opposite Lalitpur sub-municipality office, the centre is in the heart of the commercial area of Lalitpur district. R M Singh, managing director, Everest De Cargo was quoted as saying in a press statement that an increasing demand from customers such as trading and commercial activities, development projects, multi-national companies and banks as well as diplomatic offices has encouraged the company to offer FedEx service.”

“The opening of the new outlet by Everest De Cargo will help reinforce FedEx’s worldwide commitment to customer service. In turn, it will also allow Everest De Cargo to effectively serve and be more responsive to customers in Patan who require high-quality, international and express transportation services.” Export of handicraft and carpets, that account for the largest market share of all exports from Patan, depend on the vast range of time-definite services that FedEx can provide.

Shipments from Nepal can be delivered within two to four working days to major destinations in US, Europe and Asia, making FedEx convenient and reliable for shipments of documents, packages and heavyweights, says the statement.