Menu

1 October 2025 | Press release

Delivering through the year-end rush: education, corporate gifting & printing

As the year races to a close, some industries feel the pressure more than others. Schools are stocking up for the new term, companies are sending out gifts to clients and staff, and printers are working overtime to meet campaign deadlines before the holidays hit.

In busy times like these, timing and reliability are a non-negotiable, but luckily team DPD has that covered. With a strong national network, real-time tracking and a team that understands urgency, we make sure your parcels arrive when they’re needed most, without any stress for you or your client.

While it might be the end of the year, we know that schools, universities and parents across South Africa are already planning for the new one. From uniforms and stationery to lab coats and textbooks, every item needs to be ready before that first bell rings in January. At DPD, we know how much rides on those deliveries. That’s why we focus on punctuality, visibility and care – whether it’s bulk shipments to schools or individual parcels to parents. When the right items arrive on time, we ensure that teachers can start the year strong and learners can step into the classroom feeling confident and prepared.

Year-end is thank-you season – a time to show appreciation to employees, partners and clients. But a late gift can lose its meaning as offices close and employees switch on those out of office replies. So, trust DPD to help you get it right! We treat every gift with the same care you put into choosing it, offering flexible options to meet your deadlines and real-time tracking so you always know where things stand.

For printers and marketers, year-end is crunch time. Campaigns launch, activations go live and retail promotions flood the calendar. Missing a delivery window in December can mean missing that marketing opportunity altogether. That’s why you need a partner like DPD that gets it right every time. With next-day and same-day services, careful handling and nationwide reach, we help you deliver on your promises. While you focus on creativity and production, we’ll make sure your work arrives in perfect condition, and right on time for launch.

No matter the industry you operate in, our approach stays the same: Fast, safe, reliable deliveries that support your goals when it matters most. Trust DPD to keep things moving smoothly and consistently from “happy new year” to year-end!

logo