Does parcelforce come with royal mail
Parcelforce is a subsidiary of Royal Mail, but it's not exactly the same thing. Here's the breakdown:
- Royal Mail: Royal Mail is the UK's official postal service, responsible for delivering mail and parcels across the country. They operate the postal network, including post offices, sorting offices, and delivery routes.
- Parcelforce: Parcelforce is a parcel delivery company that was acquired by Royal Mail in 1998. Parcelforce specializes in delivering larger, heavier parcels and packages, often requiring more specialized handling and tracking. They operate a separate network of depots, sorting offices, and delivery vehicles.
While Royal Mail focuses on delivering smaller, lighter items like letters, postcards, and smaller packages, Parcelforce handles larger, heavier items like:
- Boxes, crates, and pallets
- Furniture, appliances, and other bulky items
- Online shopping deliveries (e.g., from retailers like Amazon, eBay, and others)
In summary, Royal Mail is the parent company, and Parcelforce is a subsidiary that specializes in parcel delivery. Both companies work together to provide a comprehensive postal service in the UK.
When you send a parcel, you can choose to use Royal Mail's services (e.g., 1st Class, 2nd Class, Special Delivery) or Parcelforce's services (e.g., Parcelforce 24, Parcelforce 48, Parcelforce Global Priority). The choice depends on the size, weight, and destination of your parcel, as well as your personal preferences and budget.