Additional Fuel Surcharge Increase Notification

Issue 492, October 14, 2005

Due to the steady upturn in the price of crude oil, our carrier partners have notified us that they will again increase their fuel surcharge, in line with their published index notification system. As a result, DHL Danzas Air & Ocean will implement the following fuel surcharge increases, effective October 24, 2005.

The USA Fuel Surcharge (FSC) will apply to all international and domestic shipments. The FSC on international air freight shipments from the USA will increase USD 0.05/kg to USD 0.60/kg, with no change to the minimum. On import shipments the charge will be the local currency equivalent and subject to specific governmental regulations.

For our Domestic Air Services, Next Day, Second Day, and Three Day Services, the FSC is increasing from USD 0.24/lb to USD 0.27/lb, with the minimum remaining at USD 6.00. The FSC for Domestic Surface shipments will remain USD 0.07/lb, with the minimum of USD 6.00.

For Canadian international shipments and Transborder exports the Fuel Surcharge will remain at CAD 5.00 minimum and increase from CAD 0.67/kg to CAD 0.73/kg.

If you require additional information or clarification, please contact your local DHL Danzas Air & Ocean representative. Your continued support and understanding regarding this situation is very much appreciated.

Sincerely,

Brian Lindholm
Executive VP & COO North America
DHL Danzas.