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THE RED BOOK
Welcome! This book is a tool to help articulate the Aramex brand consistently and make it stand out, whether in New York, Cairo, or Hong Kong. 2
Main sections 04 BRANDING 110 SIGNAGE SYSTEM 178 RETAIL DESIGN SYSTEM
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Introducing Aramex Logo cases 06 96 ARAMEX B2B SOLUTIONS 09 THE ARAMEX STORY 98 B2C SERVICES/SOLUTIONS 11 MISSION 101 FULLY OWNED 11 VISION 102 JOINT VENTURE 12 VALUES 103 STAND ALONE SERVICES 13 SLOGAN 104 ESTABLISHED FRANCHISEES 105 NEW FRANCHISEES THAT ARE 106 TRANSFORMING INTO AN ARAMEX AUTHORIZED AGENT 107 The look 15 RE SELLERS AND CLIENTS 108 16 LOGO & SLOGAN SPONSORSHIPS 109 26 COLORS 30 TYPOGRAPHY 34 ICONOGRAPHY 36 PHOTOGRAPHY LANGUAGE 49 TONE OF VOICE 52 STATIONARY 59 ADVERTISING 65 PACKAGING 68 EMAIL SIGNATURE 69 VEHICLES 79 UNIFORMS - COURIER 85 UNIFORMS - SERVICE CENTER
Introducing Aramex THE ARAMEX STORY MISSION VISION VALUES SLOGAN 6
This section defines our brand—what we believe in, our personality, what we look like, and how we speak. 7
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The Aramex story Let us take you back to 1982, when two entrepreneurs, Fadi With that, package by package, Aramex climbed up the ladder to Ghandour and Bill Kingson, who lived across the globe from each become one of the leaders in the logistics industry. other, had an idea, and a small transportation company was born. As Aramex grew larger, it realized that in this new world of One package at a time, one client at a time, the company globalization, a consistent face and personality were necessary grew, year after year, and in 1997 became the first Arab-based to keep it unique. It understood that its identity was one of its company listed on NASDAQ! key assets. After all, the Aramex brand represents a promise of quality and innovation. After five years of successful trading, Aramex decided to delist from NASDAQ and return to private ownership. You are a part of the Aramex identity. Passionate and innovative, the company developed its own Therefore, by delivering on those promises, you build the trust in information technology in 2003, and led an alliance network all Aramex and its smart and passionate personality. over the world. Aramex started to look beyond moving packages and began to deliver logistics solutions. In 2005, Aramex went public on the Dubai Financial Market and embarked on a plan to expand globally. The company, now a major player in the industry, favored investing in people, creativity, and innovative solutions, rather than in brick and mortar, ships, and air…
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Passionate people Mission transforming the world of logistics, delivering innovative solutions. An innovative, seamless Vision and flexible logistics experience - connecting the globe. 11
Values VALUE CUSTOMER- CORPORATE ENTREPRENEURSHIP PASSION INTEGRITY OUR PEOPLE CENTRICITY ACTIVISM EXCELLENCE & INNOVATION Emotional Empathy, Alignment, Efficiency & drive Change, creativity Strong moral Responsibility & MINDSET connection & empowerment & partnership & for quality & curiosity compass sustainability commitment development solutions Do the right thing Just do it! Enjoy being Deliver the Think and breathe Include everyone Act honorably and by our communities, And learn while challenged & best service you digital & value diversity truthfully societies & the you’re at it challenge others possibly can environment Nurture the people Maintain a co- Strive for clarity around you; a healthy Aim to have a Have the courage creation mindset. We Do what you said & stay focused— workplace leads to Focus on growth positive impact with to change—think & believe that we’re you would do simplify, don’t a healthy work/life every interaction act big stronger together complicate balance Keep in mind that Approach conflicts Find the opportunity Take ownership & Evolve & scale each of us has Be a role model of with objectivity underlying every accountability for to continuously Take calculated risks something to transparency and rather than challenge positive change transform contribute to the dependability subjectivity OBSERVABLE whole BEHAVIOURS Facilitate the open Strive to create and Believe in yourself & Know what NOT sharing Never bail, keep your Stay optimistic; it Embrace th…
Slogan Our slogan captures the essence of our mindset and what drives us as a group of people. We deliver everything from a single package to comprehensive logistics solutions. We deliver on our promises, not only to our customers but also to our communities and the environment and we do it all passionately. delivery unlimited 13
We believe that consistency in how we look, talk, and interact with our customers and communities will strengthen our global presence in today’s markets. Our goal is to faithfully reflect our values by delivering the same unique experience every time, everywhere, and in everything we do. This is the Aramex brand. We encourage you to resort to this manual often, whenever you are dealing with an Aramex product, service, or item. 14
The look ADVERTISING LOGO & SLOGAN PACKAGING COLORS EMAIL SIGNATURE TYPOGRAPHY VEHICLES ICONOGRAPHY UNIFORMS - COURIER PHOTOGRAPHY LANGUAGE UNIFORMS - SERVICE CENTER TONE OF VOICE STATIONERY 15
Logo & slogan Just as a bank would consider a different signature for one of its clients as unauthentic, our logo must look exactly the same no matter where it is placed. Think of the Aramex logo as a drawing rather than a word. It is a visual summary of our beliefs, practices, and personality; it is our signature. 16
The Aramex logotype is composed of English logo custom letter forms. It is our corporate signature, so it is the only English version of our logo that you should use. x x x x x The Arabic version of the logo is adapted Arabic logo from its English counterpart. This is the only version of the Arabic logo that you should use. x x x x Pantone 485 Color Process: C:0 M:100 Y:90 K:0 x Hex value: # dc291e Clear Space Always leave some clear space around the logo to ensure its visual impact. The minimum amount of clear space you should leave around the logo is equal the x-height of the logo’s letterforms. 17
To maintain the legibility of our logo, make 2 cm Logo sure that it is never less than 2 cm wide in minimum English and 1.6 cm in Arabic. size 1.6 cm In some cases, you will want to use both Arabic and English and non-English versions of the English logo Aramex logo. Always make sure that the relationship width of the vertical strokes of the letters in each language is the same. stroke width 18
In countries where English is not widely Examples of used or accepted, you are permitted to Logos in other create a local version of the Aramex logo languages using the local language. The design of the ჩაბარებულია არამექსისმიერ logo must be locally developed and shared with GSO marketing department before publishing. Remember that the English logo must always be present alongside any non-English Aramex logo. 19
Use the logo in red where possible. On a white If necessary, or light colored background, the logo must be such usage is red, and without any containing shapes. acceptable You can use a white logo if you are placing it on a red or dark colored background. Only use the black version of the logo when necessary, such as for fax usage. If you are placing the logo vertically, rotate it 90 degrees counter clockwise, so it reads 90° from the bottom up in English and from top to bottom in Arabic. 90° 20
Logo placement depends on your design, so Logo placement look into what works best for your particular design. But keep in mind that we prefer to place the English logo in the lower right-hand corner of a touchpoint, and the Arabic logo in the lower left-hand corner. 20 % Always strive to create a balance between Recommended the logo and its environment. The logo should logo size be large enough to be viewed properly, but it should not be too large as to overpower the graphic or the branded layout. Ideally, the width of the logo should take up 15% to 20% of the total width of the item. 20 % 21
Never use colors for the logo other than the Such usage is Aramex red, white, or (when necessary) never acceptable black—not even shades of these colors. On a white background, always use a red logo. Never encase the logo in a box, rectangle, or any shape—regardless of the background. Always establish enough contrast between the logo and its background. The logo must always be visible, clear, and impactful on all items it appears on. 22
Never imitate the logo by using a font, even Such usage is if it looks close in shape to the logo—no never acceptable font matches the logo exactly. Never skew or stretch the logo, and never change its proportions in any way. Do not slant or rotate the logo diagonally. The only permissible rotation is in a 90 degrees angle when necessary. Never add any effects to the logo. Never change the kerning (spaces between the letterforms) of the logo. 23
The Aramex slogan is “delivery unlimited”. Slogan Always set the slogan in Aramex’s corporate font, Scene Alt Regular. When you place the logo and slogan together, always place the slogan beneath the logo, and align it to the direction of the logo’s language (e.g. align left for English, align right for Arabic). 3 cm When you place the slogan and logo together, the logo should be no smaller than 3 cm in width. This sets the slogan at a font size of 6.6 pt, which is the minumum legible size acceptable for the slogan. The slogan may be separated from the logo. In such cases, be careful to place the slogan at a distance from the logo, preferably not on the same page or layout. 24
Do not add any effects to the slogan. Such usage It should be in black at all times, is never unless the background is red or dark. acceptable In such a case, use white for the slogan to increase its legibility. Always use the Aramex corporate font, Scene Alt Regular, for the slogan. Do not alter the relationship between the logo and slogan; not the size, and not the alignmet. If you are combining the slogan with the logo, do not move it from its position beneath the logo. 25
Colors Color adds value to the brand in many ways. It helps people recognize the Aramex brand and differentiates it from the competition. For these reasons, we want to own the Aramex red as much as we can. All communications should use the Aramex red consistently as much as possible. 26
Always use the colors oulined in this book to Primary colors maintain consistency throughout the application of the brand. The Aramex red is the only shade of red you can use for any Aramex application. Pantone 485 C Pantone 485 C Process: C:0 M:100 Y:90 K:0 Hex Value: # dc291e RGB: 238, 50, 36 We use our secondary colors in conjunction Secondary colors with the Aramex red. White and Process Black are the main secondary colors, while you can use gray only in specific cases. White Process Black Process Black Process: C:0 M:0 Y 0 K:100 Hex Value: # 1d1d1b White Process: C:0 M:0 Y: 0 K:0 Hex Value: # ffffff 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% Gray Tints of Process Black Process: C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:(20 to 70) 27
Our supporting color palette injects Supporting colors more life into the brand, especially with designs that target individual customers and the B2C segment. Green represents our commitment to sustainability Pantone 361 C and the environment. It also represents growth and Process: C:75 M:0 Y:100 K:0 our ground operations. Hex Value: # 39b54a Blue is the color of the sky and the sea, it represents our Pantone 299 C express and freight services. It is also associated with Process: C:100 M:0 Y:0 K:10 our creativity in providing logistics solutions. Hex Value: # 009fda Yellow represents youth, fun, happiness, and sunshine. These are all positive associations with the sentimental Pantone 130 C value behind our services. Process: C:4 M:40 Y:100 K:0 Hex Value: # f0a31f 28
Please refer to the colors here in cases where you need to RAL colors use RAL colors. RAL 2002 Vermilion RAL 8022 RAL 9016 RAL 9022 RAL 9006 RAL 7047 RAL 6038 RAL 5024 RAL 1003 29
Typography Our typography is an essential part of our brand identity. When we use our typefaces with the correct colors and weights, we ensure that our typography is consistent and legible across all our communication channels. With the right typographic touches, people will recognize every word we write as belonging to Aramex, even before they see the logo. 30
Flexible solutions Scene Alt is the official Aramex English typeface. Use it for all body copy typeface Scene Alt Bold and headlines on all corporate and marketing material affiliated with Aramex. Delivering packages Scene Alt Regular Friendliness Scene Alt Italic Global outlook Scene Alt Medium Passionate people We use Trebuchet MS for official Alternative correspondence and across HTML digital typeface Trebuchet Bold copy and on microsoft office (Word, powerpoint...etc) programs. Smart on the inside Trebuchet Regular Finding solutions Trebuchet Italic 31
روح من الريادة Hacen Tunisia is the official Arabic Arabic typeface of the Aramex brand. Use it typeface for all body copy and headlines on all Hacen Tunisia Bold corporate and marketing material affiliated with Aramex. الحلول المبتكرة Hacen Tunisia Regular التوجه الإيجابي Hacen Tunisia Lt شبكة عالمية Use Tahoma for official Arabic Alternative correspondence and across HTML digital typeface Tahoma Bold copy and on microsoft office (Word, powerpoint...etc) programs. حلول إبداعية Tahoma Regular 32
قامت ارامكس بتطوير أنواعا مختلفة من الحلول Use Hacen Liner for substantial amounts of Arabic body التكنولوجية التي صممت خصيصا لتلبية حاجات body text with relatively small font sizes. text typeface الزبائن المختلفة وتقوم بتدريب موظفيهم This applies to all corporate and marketing لاستخدام هذه التقنيات. material affiliated with Aramex such as annual reports and brochures. Hacen Liner Print - out Light, 11pt The Hacen Liner font family contains 6 تشجع ارامكس الإبداع والريادة من خلال استحداث weights which may be used for typographic بيئة محفزة للعمل يتم فيها تشجيع الأفكار المنبثقة emphasis within the copy. من أي فرد في المؤسسة. Hacen Liner Print - out, 11pt عن طريق شبكة متكاملة ومتطورة لتكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات تقوم ارامكس بربط مراكز عملياتها عالميا وبامداد موظفيها وزبائنها في سائر أنحاء العالم بجميع المعلومات اللازمة. Hacen Liner Screen, 11pt تشجع ارامكس الإبداع والريادة من خلال استحداث بيئة محفزة للعمل يتم فيها تشجيع الأفكار المنبثقة من أي فرد في المؤسسة. Hacen Liner Screen Bd, 11pt قامت ارامكس بتطوير أنواعا مختلفة من الحلول التكنولوجية التي صممت خصيصا لتلبية حاجات الزبائن المختلفة وتقوم بتدريب موظفيهم لاستخدام هذه التقنيات. Hacen Liner XL, 11pt عن طريق شبكة متكاملة ومتطورة لتكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات تقوم ارامكس بربط مراكز عملياتها عالميا وبامداد موظفيها وزبائنها في سائر أنحاء العالم بجميع المعلومات. Note: All Aramex fonts may be downloaded from the marketing Share point page. Hacen Liner XXL, 11pt 33
Iconography Icons are visual queues that help users to interact with our devices, draw attention to features, and guide a user through an interface, without relying on written language. Due to the growing occurance of displays and the global reach of products, universal icons are critical to a positive and consistent user experience. The three main categories of Aramex icons are general icons, app icons, and Mobility DNA software ecosystem icons. Using Aramex icons properly helps create a unified family appearance and elevates the user experience. 34
Main icons Freight Logistics Domestic E-Commerce International Express Express Secondary icons                                  * Use the font amx-icon-font.ttf to generate icons other than those listed here. 35
Photography language Our photography plays a key role in our communication. It captures how Aramex positively impacts people’s lives in ways that words alone cannot. People in our photos help define the subject matter of our images. So, make sure your message and photography complement one another to tell a complete story. Finding the humanity in our stories helps us connect to our audience in a powerful way. 36
The images we use to show the Aramex Aramex brand always show our people in action. centric images Images must appear natural, positive, and unstaged. Keep in mind to properly brand any items that appear in such images—like packages, vans, and uniforms. 37
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For advertising, we use imagery that Advertising conveys emotion and lifestyle. Think of our photography photography as always telling a story of how Aramex makes people’s lives better. For B2C services, we are more flexible in introducing children that give our imagery even more heart. Where possible use local talents to reflect local ethnicity. 42
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Tone of voice A strong verbal identity allows us to convey our values and personality through the language we use. When our language is consistent across all channels of communication, it gives our customers other means of recognizing the Aramex brand as well as being reassured of their expectations. Our verbal identity is not only about external communication; it is also about the writing we use daily, such as in emails, memos, briefs, and reports. We urge you to speak, write, and behave in line with what we want our customers to expect—whether you are communicating internally or externally. 49
Use industry terminology sparingly, and only when you know When writing that your audience is familiar with the terms. Avoid linguistic clichés. Avoid very long and complicated sentences. Use standard English, regardless of who your audience is. Check your spelling and use a spell checker if necessary. Avoid using rigid and extremely formal expressions. 50
Smile when you are speaking with a customer, even if When speaking it is over the phone. The smile will give your voice a friendly tone. Introduce yourself with your first name and address customers by their names. Never assume that you know it all. Carefully listen to what the customer has to say, and try to assist them to the best of your ability. Do not blame other units or the company for any problems that might arise. Instead, apologize on behalf of Aramex and direct the complaint to the responsible person or department. “Delivery” means that we deliver packages, parcels, Attitude and shipments everywhere around the globe. It also means that we passionately deliver value and solutions. Every one of us is dedicated to what he or she does. We know that every package we deliver is important. To us, “delivery unlimited” means that we, as a company, come up with ideas that suit people’s needs whatever they are. Our attitude says “Yes, I can.” 51
Stationery The Aramex identity is instantly asserted when an Aramex business card is handed to a potential customer, or when a customer receives a letter from us. Please use the provided business cards, letterheads and envelopes whenever sending or communicating on behalf of Aramex. 52
On the front side of the business card, Business cards make sure you include the telephone, mobile, and fax numbers on the first line just under the logo. tel +962 6 551 5111 fax +962 6 553 7451 PO Box 960913 Amman 11196 Jordan aramex.com Place the physical and the web addresses on the second line. John Smith Place the cardholder’s name, title, and Customer Relationship Team Leader email in the lower left-hand corner of the john.smith@aramex.com card and align everything to the left. The back of the card is a solid red with “delivery unlimited” placed in the lower right-hand corner. Card size: 9 x 5 cm delivery unlimited 53
English name font: Bilingual Scene Alt Bold. Size: 7.5 pt business cards English title, email and slogan font: tel +971 600 554505 mob +971 50 4533503 Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7.5 pt direct+971 4 2113322 fax+971 4 2829981 PO Box 3841 DubaiUnited Arab Emiratesaramex.com Address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7 pt Hashem Hasan Sales Manager hashem.hasan@aramex.com Arabic name font: Hacen Tunisia Bold. Size: 8 pt Arabic title font: Hacen Tunisia Lt. Size: 8 pt ٥٥٤٥٠٥ هاتف+ ٦٠٠ ٣٥٠٣ ٩٧١متحرك+ ٤٥٣ ٥٠ ٩٧١ Arabic address font: ٣٣٢٢ مباشر+ ٢١١ ٤ ٩٧١ ٩٩٨١ فاكس+ ٢٨٢ ٤ ٩٧١ aramex.com ص.ب ٣٨٤١ دبي الامارات العربية المتحدة Hacen Tunisia Lt. Size: 7 pt هاشم حسن مدير مبيعات hashem.hasan@aramex.com 54
For the letterhead, place the logo in Letterhead the upper left-hand corner and the contact information in the lower left-hand corner. Address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7 pt 55
For the bilingual letterhead, place the Bilingual English logo in the upper left-hand corner letterhead and the non-English logo in the upper right-hand corner. Place contact information in both languages in the lower left-hand corner. Arabic address font: Hacen Tunisia Lt. Size: 9 pt English address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7.5 pt Arabic legal name: Hacen Tunisia Lt. Size: 9 pt English legal name: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7.5 pt 56
Place the logo in the upper right-hand Invoice corner and the contact information in the letterhead lower left-hand corner. Address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7.5pt 57
Place the logo in the upper left-hand Envelopes corner and the contact information in the lower left-hand corner. 22 x 11 envelope: Address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7 pt A5 envelope: Address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 7 pt A4 envelope: Address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 8 pt A3 envelope: Address font: Scene Alt Regular. Size: 9 pt 58
Advertising Title goes here Our operations are global, but our advertising is always consistent and Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Morbi mollis at massa sed suscipit. In rhoncus lectus vel tincidunt dapibus. Fusce nec urna sit amet localized. So, we usually portray people from risus tincidunt euismod. Nullam aliquam in dolor quis congue. different ethnic groups, relevant to our Talk to us today: 33003300 audiences. For example, when we advertise Or email us at: KUL_Enquiries@aramex.com in the Gulf, we portray people from the Gulf in a Gulf context. Please follow the layout standards in this section to ensure that Aramex communicates consistently no matter in which country. Generally, for any particular advertising touch-point, the hierarchy is: a. Headline goes on the top b. Body copy goes under the headline and is clearly associated with the headline c. The Aramex logo is placed in the bottom right corner d. A full bleed image as the backdrop delivery unlimited aramex.com * In the following pages we show some examples of different service ads for Aramex. 59
When the slogan and url are placed with the Logo with logo, the logo should not be used at a size slogan and url smaller than 3 cm in width. 3 cm x 1/3x 2/3x 3 cm 1/4x 1/3x 60
Because the global market never sleeps Perfecting the fine art of global freight since 1982 We are approaching e-commerce with eyes wide open. We work round-the-clock to serve e-businesses of all sizes. We’ll integrate your system with ours and take care of Whether by sea, air or land, Aramex Freight provides the facilities and expertise for seamless and everything from customized solutions for the checkout, order fulfilment, customs streamlined operations. And with the latest clearance, international shipping, and last mile delivery to returns management. technology on board, we have freight services down to And with value-added services such as payment on delivery, shipping and rate calculation an art form. APIs you’ll discover e-commerce solutions tailored to your needs. Day and night. Talk to us today: 44200100 Talk to us today: 03-77878787 Or email us at: KUL_Enquiries@aramex.com 61
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A truly world-class A truly world-class local service. local service. For Domestic Express, we understand that delivering from one side of the For Domestic Express, we understand that delivering from one side of the country to another requires efficiency and reliability of global standards. country to another requires efficiency and reliability of global standards. Discover an operation that continually strives for excellence. Discover an operation that continually strives for excellence. A truly world-class A truly world-class local service. local service. For Domestic Express, we understand that delivering from one side of the For Domestic Express, we understand that delivering from one side of the country to another requires efficiency and reliability of global standards. country to another requires efficiency and reliability of global standards. Discover an operation that continually strives for excellence. Discover an operation that continually strives for excellence. 63
Because the global Because the global market never sleeps market never sleeps We are approaching e-commerce with eyes wide open. We work We are approaching e-commerce with eyes wide open. We work round-the-clock to serve e-businesses of all sizes. We’ll integrate your round-the-clock to serve e-businesses of all sizes. We’ll integrate your system with ours and take care of everything from customized solutions system with ours and take care of everything from customized solutions for the checkout, order fulfilment, customs clearance, international for the checkout, order fulfilment, customs clearance, international shipping, and last mile delivery to returns management. And with shipping, and last mile delivery to returns management. And with value-added services such as payment on delivery, shipping and rate value-added services such as payment on delivery, shipping and rate calculation APIs you’ll discover e-commerce solutions tailored to your calculation APIs you’ll discover e-commerce solutions tailored to your needs. Day and night. needs. Day and night. Because the global Because the global market never sleeps market never sleeps We are approaching e-commerce with eyes wide open. We work We are approaching e-commerce with eyes wide open. We work round-the-clock to serve e-businesses of all sizes. We’ll integrate your round-the-clock to serve e-businesses of all sizes. We’ll integrate your system with ours and take care of everything from customized solutions system with o…
Packaging In line with our environment-friendly approach, we use recyclable material for our packaging. Biodegradable materials are used for Aramex pouches and recycled material for the envelopes. This is just one expression of our many commitments to sustainability. Our packages personifiy our ‘delivery unlimited’ attitude every time we deliver moments of delight to our customers, wherever they may be. 65
The Aramex pouch is made from Express pouch a biodegradable, plastic-like material. It consists of a red box on a white background with the Aramex delivery icons positioned in the center of the red box. Place the logo vertically on white. Reserve the back of the pouch for informational purposes. The pouch comes in the following types and sizes: Small International 260 x 345 + 45 mm Regular International 310 x 415 + 45 mm Large International 457 x 530 + 57 mm Regular Domestic 343 x 423 + 42 mm Medium Domestic 255 x 345 + 45 mm Small Domestic 180 x 275 + 40 mm * Ordering operational supplies must be done through the GSO from the Aramex Mall on aramex. net. To view available supplies, please head to the intranet and place your orders there. 66
The Aramex envelope is produced from recycled paper. Express It consists of a red box on a white background, with envelope the Aramex delivery icons positioned in the center of the red box. Place the logo vertically on white. Reserved the back of the envelope for informational purposes. The envelope comes in the following types and sizes: Envelope size: 335 x 240 + 40 mm Small International 260 x 345 + 45 mm Regular International 310 x 415 + 45 mm Large International 457 x 530 + 57 mm Regular Domestic 343 x 423 + 42 mm Medium Domestic 255 x 345 + 45 mm Small Domestic 180 x 275 + 40 mm * Ordering operational supplies must be done through the GSO from the Aramex Mall on aramex. net. To view available supplies, please head to the intranet and place your orders there. 67
Email signature A signature is the perfect opportunity to brand every email we send. It helps build trust with recipients and establishes and reinforces who we are as a company. John Smith Account Executive Aramex International - Global Support Office, Amman school.magnets.boss Tel +962 6 551 5111 Ext. 1111 - Mob +962 79 000 0000 - Fax +962 6 552 7461 aramex.com For a greener planet, please don’t print this email unless necessary. Promotional banner * What3Words is a new addressing system that Aramex is tapping into and is changed according to country. When developing your email signature, go to what3words.com, find out your three-word address, and use it in the designated area of your signature. 68
Vehicles Our vehicles are moving and far-reaching conduits of our brand. A vehicle can be seen by thousands of people on a daily basis. So, they present a great opportunity for us to familiarize people with our brand, especially if they are not already our customers. Keep in mind that an Aramex vehicle is a statement about our brand. 69
Every Aramex vehicle must have the Important notes Aramex logo on it. In some countries, we are required to be display the Aramex logo in a language other than english. In such cases, place the English logo on one side of the vehicle, and the non-English logo on the other side. Both logos must always be based on the same original ratio. Red color combination is as follows: Pantone Red 485C Toyota color names and codes: Super Red 5 - Color code: 3P0 Super white II - Color Code: 040 Note: Depending on your local supplier capabilities, if the provided colors doesn’t match Aramex’s red, then refer to GSO Marketing for guidance. 70
For more information on branding our Vehicle examples vehicles, please refer to the Vehicle Design Guidelines*. * You can access the guidelines from the marketing SharePoint page. 71
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a. The motorcycle should be red on top, Motorcycle colors excluding the driver’s seat (which should be in black) and the back compartment. Any area that is paintable should also be red. b. Place the station number on the back seat or carriage compartment. Please note that the numerals are always in English, except for certain countries. c. Always place the logo on the red part of the motorcycle, either on the back compartment or on the sides. d. Vehicle number stickers are only applicable in countries that apply this system. Always place these in the top-right corner of the back compartment. 5515111 73
a. The scooter should be red on top, Scooter colors excluding the driver’s seat (which should be in black) and the back compartment. Any area that is paintable should also be red. b. Place the station number on the back seat or carriage compartment. Please note that the numerals are always in English, except for certain countries. c. Placed on top of the back wheel, on the red side of the bike. d. Vehicle number stickers are only applicable in countries that apply this system. Always place these in the top-right corner of the front compartment. 5515111 74
Place the station phone number and web Station address sticker on the white front door of numbers a vehicle. Use English numerals unless otherwise required. The number is always aligned to the left of the web address, regardless of the number’s length. 75
Width: 15 cm Car number Height: 15 cm sticker size Car number stickers are only applicable in countries that apply this system. 76
Always place the safe driving Safe driving stickers on the back of the car. stickers Size of bilingual stickers: Width: 38 cm Height: 17 cm Size of single-language stickers: Width: 38 cm Height: 15 cm 77
Only Aramex services are allowed to be Advertising displayed on our vehicles, so no advertising on vehicles is allowed for clients or any 3rd party. When advertising on an Aramex vehicle, leave one side as per the standard red branding with the English logo. Use the other side as an advertising space as per this illustration. The rear window can be used as advertising space as well if local law permits. Super-fast and convenient deliveries across the globe 78
Uniforms - courier The courier uniforms are designed to be as practical and convenient as possible for a physically high demanding job. It consists of Shirt: Mixture of 60% wicking the t-shirt, cargo pants, gray belt, and black polyester/anti wrinkle and 40% shoes. Winter clothing also includes a jacket cooling polyester and fleece. Cargo pants: Poly-cotton micro-sanded fine twill weave %65 Polyester and %35 Cotton Scanner Pocket 79
Applique embroidery: Features in This type of embroidery is durable the Shirt and maintains shape after washing. Flat reflector: To avoid puckering and maintain the integrity of the reflector. Polo style collar: Cotton collar with two hidden buttons. Eyelet vents: Placed under the arms on both sides of the garment, air vents allow extra breathability. 80
Flat reflectors Polo style collar Basic embroidery Eyelet vents Flat reflectors Applique embroidery 81
Poly-cotton micro-sanded fine Trousers fabric twill weave. This fabric is a blend (cargo pants) of 65% polyester and 35% cotton. It is brush treated to give the fabric a soft feel and fine finish for extra comfort. Also, due to the fabric content this item demonstrates low wrinkling and better handling with washing and pressing. This feature is placed on the right Scanner pocket leg of the garment and is designed in a way to fit all scanner sizes. 82
The winter tops are the same as Winter uniform the summer tops except that the sleeves are long. The uniforms also include fleece pullovers and puff jackets. Colors: Pantone 485 Pantone Cool Grey 11 just ask me 83
The fleece pullover and puff jacket Courier winter are gray with a red area in the center. uniform The Aramex logo is placed on the lower left side of the red area. The back side of the fleece pullover and the puff jacket have the Aramex logo in the center. 84
Uniforms - service center All Aramex team members who meet with our customers are representatives of the Aramex brand. so, Aramex service center agents must wear one of these uniform options at all times. Keep in mind that it is crucial that Aramex team badges are always visible. 85
Service center uniform - men Shirt-Cotton Collar Sleeve Pants-Cotton 86
In cases where people would opt to wear traditional Service center clothing rather than pants and shirts, an Aramex uniform vest becomes the uniform which would be worn on top of the traditional clothing. Vest-Wool 87
The back side of the top has Service center the Aramex logo in its center. summer uniform Colors: Pantone 485 Pantone Cool Gray 11 Shirt-Cotton Pants-Linen 88
Service center winter uniform Shirt-Cotton Pants-Linen 89
During the winter, service center agents Service center may wear a black, light nylon ripstop jacket uniform - light with the Aramex red logo embodied on the jacket front left-hand side. Jacket-Naylon ripstop Pants-Linen 90
Service center uniform - women Shirt-Cotton Collar Sleeve Pants-Cotton 91
Service center uniform Shirt-Cotton Collar Sleeve Skirt-Cotton 92
Service center uniform Shirt-Cotton Pants-Linen 93
Service center Winter uniform Shirt-Cotton Pants-Linen 94
Service center winter jackets Jacket-Nylon ripstop Pants-Linen 95
Logo cases NEW FRANCHISEES THAT ARE ARAMEX B2B SOLUTIONS TRANSFORMING INTO AN ARAMEX B2C SERVICES/SOLUTIONS AUTHORIZED AGENT FULLY OWNED RESELLERS AND CLIENTS JOINT VENTURE SPONSORSHIPS STANDALONE SERVICES ESTABLISHED FRANCHISEES 96
The Aramex logo can appear alongside various other logos to represent partnerships, endorsed Aramex brands, or even unique Aramex solutions or services. 97
Aramex B2B solutions Please keep in mind that the Aramex logo For B2B Aramex solutions logos, we place the must always be in the Aramex red and that name of the solution alongside the Aramex logo. the service name must always be in black. There are two cases in approaching this, depending on the length of the solution name: The following two pages explain how you can produce these B2B solutions logos. 1. Long service name is placed underneath the Aramex logo. 2. Short service name is placed beside the Aramex logo. Case 2 Case 1 short service name beside Aramex logo long service name under Aramex logo bio healthcare 98
d. Move the service name 0.25 cm below To produce the logo for the first case where the Case 1 the Aramex logo. service name is long and below the Aramex logo, long service name follow these steps: under Aramex logo e. Create an outline around this composition so you can resize the logo a. Fix the width of the Aramex logo to 4 cm. according to your needs. b. Type the solution name using the Rockwell Remember to always visually examine Std Light typeface at 33 pt. your composition and make any necessary adjustments. c. Align the Aramex logo with the service name to the left. 4 cm healthcare Service name e-commerce 0.25 cm e-commerce 99 99
d. Move the service name 0.25 cm to the To produce the logo for the second case where Case 2 right of the Aramex logo. the service name is short and beside the Aramex short service name logo, follow these steps: beside Aramex logo e. Create an outline around this composition so you can resize the logo a. Fix the width of the Aramex logo to 4 cm. according to your needs. b. Type the solution name using the Rockwell Remember to always visually examine Std Light typeface at 34 pt. your composition and make any necessary adjustments. c. Align the Aramex logo with the service name at the base line. Service name 0.25 cm 4 cm bio bio 100
B2C services/solutions For Aramex B2C services and solutions: e. Place the service or solution emblem to the left of your type composition. a. The height of the service or solution wordmark is equal to 3x, with x being the x-height of the Aramex logo. f. Make sure that the emblem’s size is exactly big enough to align with the Aramex logo from the top and the baseline b. Place the Aramex logo above the service or solution of the service or solution wordmark from the bottom. wordmark. g. Leave a space between the right edge of the emblem and c. Leave a space between the Aramex logo and the service the beginning of the type equal to half the x-height of the or solution wordmark equal to half the x-height of the Aramex logo. Aramex logo. Remember to never stretch or distort any logos! d. Align the Aramex logo and the service or solution wordmark to the left. c l e r i c d i e a h m t x e 4 t / e 3 r 1/2x 1/2x 3x 101
Fully owned For fully owned Aramex brands: d. Leave a space between the fully owned brand’s logo and the phrase equal to the Aramex logo’s x-height. a. Use the phrase “An Aramex company” using the Aramex font, Scene Alt light. Keep in mind that the phrase must always be less prominent than the company logo. b. Align the phrase “An Aramex company” to the left of the fully owned brand’s logo. Remember to always visually examine your composition and make any necessary adjustments. c. Use the Aramex logo for the word “Aramex” in the phrase. x An company x An company 102
Joint venture For joint ventures or when our logo appears alongside d. Place the phrase above the joint venture logos, other logos: leaving a space equal to the Aramex logo’s x-height between the logos and the phrase. a. Place the Aramex logo first in order whenever possible. Remember to always visually examine your composition b. Leave a space equal to the Aramex logo’s x-height and make any necessary adjustments. The phrase must between the logos. always be subtle. c. Place the phrase, “A joint venture between” using the Aramex font, Scene Alt regular. A joint venture between Logo 1 Logo 2 A joint venture between 1/2x x x Logo 1 Logo 2 x x 103
Standalone services For standalone Aramex services: d. Align your new composition of the phrase and the Aramex logo to the left of the standalone service’s logo. a. Use the phrase “Powered by” using the Aramex font, Scene Alt regular. e. Leave a space equal to half the Aramex logo’s x-height between the x-height of the phrase and the bottom of b. Place the phrase above the Aramex logo and align both the standalone service’s logo. to the left. c. Leave a space between the phrase and the Aramex logo equal to a quarter of the Aramex logo’s x-height. 1/2x Powered by 1/2x 1/3x Powered by x 104
Established franchisees For established Aramex franchisees: d. Leave a space between the franchisee logo and the phrase equal to the Aramex logo’s x-height. a. Use the phrase “An Aramex Franchisee” using the Aramex font, Scene Alt light. Keep in mind that the phrase must always be less prominent than the franchisee logo. b. Align the phrase to the left of the franchisee logo. Remember to always visually examine your composition and c. Use the Aramex logo for the word “Aramex” in the phrase. make any necessary adjustments. x franchisee An x An franchisee 105
New franchisees that are transforming into an Aramex For new Aramex franchisees that are either d. Place the phrase beneath the Aramex logo. operating some of the services offered by Aramex, or are gradually transforming into a fully branded e. Leave a space between the Aramex logo and the phrase Aramex franchisee: equal to a quarter of Aramex logo’s x-height. a. Use the phrase “Operated by” using the Aramex Keep in mind that the phrase must always be less font, Scene Alt light. prominent than the Aramex logo. b. Align the phrase “operated by [franchisee name Remember to always visually examine your composition or logo]” to the left of the Aramex logo. and make any necessary adjustments. c. The phrase’s cap height must be equal to one third the Aramex logo’s x-height. x 1/3x Operated by 1/3x x Operated by 106
Authorized agent For authorized Aramex agents: d. Leave a space equal to one-third the Aramex logo’s x-height between the logo and the phrase. a. Create the phrase “Authorized agent” using the Aramex font, Scene Alt regular. Keep in mind that the phrase must always be less prominent than the Aramex logo. b. Place the phrase below the Aramex logo. Remember to always visually examine the composition c. Align the phrase to the left of the Aramex logo. and make any necessary adjustments. x 1/3x Authorized agent 1/3x Authorized agent 107
Resellers and clients For resellers and clients: d. Leave a space equal to one-third the Aramex logo’s x-height between the logo and the phrase’s baseline. a. Create the phrase “Delivered by” using the Aramex font, Scene Alt regular. Keep in mind that the phrase must always be less prominent than the Aramex logo. b. Place the phrase above the Aramex logo. Remember to always visually examine your composition c. Align the phrase to the left of the Aramex logo. and make any necessary adjustments. Delivered by 1/2x 1/3x Delivered by x 108
Sponsorships For Aramex sponsorhips: a. Create the phrase “Official delivery partner” or Keep in mind that the phrase must always be less prominent “Official logistics partner” using the Aramex font, than the Aramex logo. Scene Alt regular. Remember to always visually examine your composition and b. Place the phrase below the Aramex logo. make any necessary adjustments. c. Align the phrase to the left of the Aramex logo. d. Leave a space equal to one-third the Aramex logo’s x-height between the logo and the phrase. x Official delivery partner 1/3x Official logistics partner 1/3x Official logistics partner 109
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External marketing Introduction 114 149 115 ENSURING A CONSISTENT CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE 116 GENERAL GUIDELINES Don’ts 151 122 RESPECTING URBAN LANDSCAPES 124 MAIN COMPONENTS 130 THE PROCESS OF APPLYING THE SIGNAGE ON A BUILDING Door signs 154 155 STICKER ON GLASS 156 PLATE ON WALL Primary sign 131 132 GENERAL RULES 133 STANDARD PRIMARY SIGN Directional signs 157 135 PRIMARY SIGN - OTHER LANGUAGES 137 158 PROTRUDING DIRECTIONAL SIGN PRIMARY SIGN SPECIFICATIONS 138 160 PRIMARY SIGN - EXCEPTIONAL CASES DIRECTIONAL SIGN SPECIFICATIONS Warehouses Secondary sign 143 161 162 WAREHOUSES SIGNS 144 SECONDARY SIGN 145 SECONDARY SIGN LAYOUT 148 SECONDARY SIGN - SPECIFICATIONS
Introduction ENSURING A CONSISTENT CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE GENERAL GUIDELINES RESPECTING URBAN LANDSCAPES MAIN COMPONENTS THE PROCESS OF APPLYING THE SIGNAGE ON A BUILDING 114
Ensuring a consistent customer experience Aramex operates on different continents, in different countries, and under different climatic conditions. As a truly international brand, we must be diligent in achieving a consistent and coherent identity. Signs and other design elements play a significant role in achieving the same brand experience, no matter if you’re in China, Jordan or Spain. This guide should help you when planning, maintaining or redesigning an Aramex office – regardless of the region, country, or climatic conditions. This guide cannot answer all your questions, though. So it is important to always seek the advice and recommendations of local experts. For outdoor signage, the climatic conditions have to be taken into consideration (e.g. when deciding on the material). Also, certain materials (like Alucobond) might not be available everywhere, so you will need to find a suitable alternative. Rregardless of the method or materials used, our goal is to create the Aramex brand experience consistently around the world. 115
General guidelines These general guidelines will help you make quicker, more accurate decisions: Use the logos that are provided by Use the Aramex; do not try to reconstruct them, correct logos do not squeeze or stretch them, and do not change them in any other way. Do not change the proportions Do not change the color of the Do not attempt to recreate of the logo logos the Aramex logo using any fonts. The logo is a drawing that was especially created for Aramex 116
Always use the Aramex red: it is Pantone 485. Apply the Pantone 485 right color a. We always prefer using the English logo. In some Monolingual countries, however, you will be required to use or bilingual? the logo in the local language. In such cases, always place the English logo on the left and the non-English logo on the right. There should always be enough space between the two logos (at least double the height of the English logo). b. If there is not enough space to place the two logos beside each other, you can place them on top of each other instead. Always place the English always on top. 117
Always leave space around the logo. The Clear space minimum amount of clear space around the logo is euqal to the x-height of the letterform. Cut and place the carrier material Symmetric sheets (preferably made of Alucobond) distribution of symmetrically. In this case, three sheets red sheets of the same size are distributed evenly. If you are using the logo vertically, rotate Vertical usage it 90 degrees counterclockwise. So, the English logo always reads from bottom to top, the Arabic from top to bottom. 90o 90o 118
Protruding logos should be attached to the Three wall (and not to some carrier material like dimensional logos 5 cm Alucobond), and should have a minimum depth of 5 cm. Make sure that the main logos are always Internal light self-lit from inside to guarantee visibility box effect during night-time. 119
The following are guidelines will help you decide Materials PROTRUDING LOGO which materials to use. Yet that depends on the local conditions (climate, availability of materials, For the sides, use any material that is suitable for available methods, prices...), so please make sure outdoor usage and allows electricity to be used for that you involve a local expert. the inside lighting (like metal). For larger signs, there you have two options: For the front, use any material that allows electric You can either have the logo protrude from the light to shine through (like a thin, transparent sheet wall or place it on a red strip. of plastic; use a red sticker on top of the plastic). For the protruding logo, another option is to use red plastic as the only material. In such a case, either the whole letter is cast from a mold or all sides of each letter are cast separately and then assembled. Make sure that the sides are assembled in a way that no light shines through at the seams. Transparent plastic Metal + sticker 120
LOGO ON RED STRIP Use acrylic glass or any other material that Alucobond allows light to shine through. White sticker Acrylic glass Place a white sticker on top of the acrylic glass. (protrudes by 2 cm) The red strip is preferably made of Alucobond. Metal or plastic PROTRUDING SIGNS Transparent plastic Sticker For the sides, either use metal or plastic. Add a sheet of transparent plastic. Adhere a sticker to the plastic sheet. Acrylic glass DOOR SIGNS Sticker Either use a sticker that is adhered to the door pane or place a sign made of acrylic glass next to the door. Place a red sticker showing the logo on the acrylic glass. 121
Respecting urban landscapes The Aramex logo and signage form a part of an urban a. In this case, the Aramex office competes with adjacent environment. So, we must always carefully examine the offices. You can place the logo on a red strip to achieve more urban context wherever Aramex plans to open an office. visual impact, as the building itself is not an architectural Thus, we show our respect for fellow citizens. masterpiece. Yet the original facade should be taken into consideration when the office’s front is to be revamped. Do not just cover the original facade with Alucobond (or any other material) – instead, clean the facade or paint it in an appropriate color. 122
b. It would be better to drop the red strip to reduce interference with the historical facade to a minimum. c. A protruding logo attached directly to the facade is less obtrusive and shows our respect for their environment. d. Logo placement depends on the location. If the signage area is large, then align the Aramex logo to the left. If the signage area is more constrained, align the logo in the center. Remember to ask a specialist for the advice. 123
Main components Primary Sign The storefront is key to the initial impression the customer receives. It announces the Aramex retail presence to the world. Working with the existing architecture is crucial. So signage should, as much as possible, reflect the lines of the building. Do not impose the logo onto the facade, but fit the character of the architecture. There are three components to the External Signage: a. Primary sign, which is the main tag. b. Secondary sign, at street level. c. External marketing signs, which should be used selectively in order to avoid visual clutter. External Marketing Secondary Sign 124
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Keep in mind that no logos should be placed External signage over the operations area. Logos must only wide facade be above the service center to indicate the entrance to our customers. SERVICE CENTER OPERATION AREA Primary sign Service Center مركز الخدمات أوقات لادوام Working Hours من لاسبت لإى لاخميس Saturday to Thursday من ٣٠:٨ صباحا لإى ٠٠:٦ مساء From 8:30 am to 6:00 pm لاخدمات Services لانقل لادولي لاسريع International Express لانقل لاداخلي لاسريع Domestic Express لاشحن Freight لاتجارة الإلكترونية E-Commerce لاحلول لالوجستية Logistics Plant External marketing Mesh blinds Secondery Sidewalk sign sign ENTRANCE ELEMENTS 128
Special needs parking must be located as close Special needs as possible to the main entrance. parking There must always be level access (ramps) between the special needs parking and the main entrance. Special needs parking signs must be clearly marked as parking for special needs customers. 50 cm 120 cm 50 cm 200 cm 114 cm RAMP 100 cm 520 cm 250 cm 250 cm 150 cm 129
The process of applying the signage on a building LAYOUT THE RED STIRP FOR THE MAIN SIGN IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF INFORMATION YOU NEED Respect the architecture of the building. The length of Are there any legal requirements you should consider, like the main sign needs to fit in with the existing facade. placeing the full company name on the main sign? The lines of the facade dictate the size of the red strip Should the sign be bilingual? and where you can place it. What services should you list? Does this particular service center offer any additional services like Shop & Ship? DECIDE ON THE LOCATION OF THE VERTICAL SIGN The horizontal and vertical signs should be placed on opposite corners if possible. Avoid overlapping the signs (vertical & horizontal). Take a look at the examples in this guide to help you evaluate the different cases and sizes. Of course, these examples cannot and do not cover every possible scenario, so your selection should take each service center’s needs into consideration. 130
Primary sign GENERAL RULES STANDARD PRIMARY SIGN PRIMARY SIGN - OTHER LANGUAGES PRIMARY SIGN SPECIFICATIONS PRIMARY SIGN - EXCEPTIONAL CASES 131
General rules Generally, any Aramex sign should take the form of white text on a red background. Ratios are not completely rigid. The relationship we are recommending here is what we prefer, but we understand that we need to look at at our signs on a case by case basis. Do not apply the text directly onto the building. The exception to this is if there is a small surface area on the facade. For example, you should not apply a red background if the slope of the roof is very steep. Instead, use the Aramex lettering in red for greater impact. In all situations, only use the logo for the main sign. Do not add additional information such as a website, telephone number, slogan, or anything else that would clutter the sign and dilute the impact of the logo. Of course, this is all important information, so there is a smaller vertical sign that you can dedicate for such information. Please refer to page 118 for more information on this topic. The logo should be in English only, unless there are legal requirements to use dual signage in the native language in certain countries. In these cases, the transliterated logo should be displayed side-by-side with the English one under it. Please refer to page 117 for more details. 132
Standard primary sign x x x x x x The height of the sign should be triple the height of the logo 2x 2x 2x 2x 2x 2x If the bordering space (to the left and right) is two times the logos height or less, the logo should be placed in the center 133
x larger then 3x x larger then 3x x larger then 3x If the bordering space of the centered logo is three times the logos height or more, the logo should always be aligned to the left 3x or larger 3x or larger 3x or larger 3x or larger 3x or larger 3x or larger 134
Primary sign - other languages x x x x x x x The height of the sign should preferably equal triple the logo height. Place the Aramex logo in English to the left and the non-English logo to the right, keeping a clear space equal to the Aramex logo’s x-height as a minimum from both sides. 135
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Primary sign - specifications The sign background will be produced from Consult a professional sign-maker for Materials Terms Alucobond painted Aramex red. The logo will advice on the best method of application, be in white acrylic (imposed). ensuring that the paint remains weather- resistant. One method is to spray-paint the material within a heated stove. The recommended thickness of the sign is 15 cm. If this thickness is not enough to The size of the logo should be determined Size make the sign protrude from the facade, by the size of the sign (to choose a proper please make adjustments to ensure that thickness for the logo please consult a the sign is easily recognizable. professional sign-maker for advice). The recommended thickness of the One general rule: the maximum thickness of protruding logo letters is 2-3 cm for a small the protruding letter should be less than primary sign and 3-7 cm for a large one. half the width of the smallest letter. In bilingual signs, the thickness of the letters should always be the same for both Use LEDs or neon to light the signs from the English and non-English. Lighting inside. We prefer LEDs. Do not alter the distance between letters; Only the protruding letters should be lit, the logo proportions are fixed. Please use not the entire sign. The only case where the the logo as is it provided. sign could be lit from the outside is if it is legally required. Use spotlights in this case. 137
Primary sign - exceptional cases In cases where there is not enough space to place the original recommended sign, we prefer to stack the sign vertically than to make it too small. 85 cm The logo should not be less than 85 cm in width. If there is not even enough space to place the signage vertically, or in cases where the facade is too cluttered, we prefer going with the ratio of “x:1.5x.” 138
In cases where we are legally required to display the Aramex legal Primary sign with name on external signage: legal name a. Place the legal name under the Aramex logo. b. Left align the English legal name with the English logo. c. Right align the non-English legal name with the non-English logo. d. Keep a vertical space of one-third of the logo’s x-height from the top and bottom. x x x x EMIRATES L.L.C. (BR.) الامارات( ذ.م.م. )فرع x x 1/3x 1/3x EMIRATES L.L.C. (BR.) الامارات( ذ.م.م. )فرع 139
We prefer using protruding signs for Aramex offices. Protruding logo - When deciding if you should do it this way, check if: placing the logo directly on the a. there is enough space to place the logo on the building facade facade. b. there is enough contrast between the logo and the facade’s color/surface. If, for example, the facade’s material looks very busy, you might consider using the Aramex logo on a red strip. c. the surroundings allow such usage. If, for example, the adjacent buildings show loads of other logos or signs, you might want to place the white logo on a red strip. Implementing this protruding logo shows that Aramex respects the architecture, the residents, and other companies. When placing two Aramex logos (one in English, one transliterated), make sure that the English logo is always on the left while the non-English logo is on the right. Make sure that there is enough space between the two logos. You can go by “the more space the better.” The construction model on the top right is the model that should be used for all protruding logos, unless explicitly pointed out otherwise. 140
MATERIAL a. For the sides, use any material that is suitable for outdoor usage and allows electricity to be used for the inside lighting (like metal). b. For the front, use any material that allows light to shine through (like a thin sheet of plastic). Metal Transparent plastic + sticker c. Red sticker on top of plastic. Another option is to use red plastic as the only material. In such a case, either cast the whole letter from a mold, or cast all sides of each letter separately and then assemble them. The difficulty is to then assemble the sides in a way that no light can shine through at the seams. 141
After having examined the urban surroundings, Corner offices you may decide to use a red Alucobond strip with protruding Aramex logos. The logos should be lit from inside the Alucobond structure. LOGO MATERIAL a. Acrylic glass or any other material that allows light to shine through. b. White sticker adhered to acrylic glass. RED STRIP MATERIAL Preferably Alucobond. Acrylic glass (protrudes by Alucobond White sticker 2 cm) 142
Secondary sign SECONDARY SIGN SECONDARY SIGN LAYOUT SECONDARY SIGN - SPECIFICATIONS 143
Secondary sign The two signs (horizontal and vertical) should be placed on opposite corners if possible. Various examples of the secondary sign are provided, showing a range of possible sizes. Selection depends on the individual Service Center service center. The secondary sign includes information on working hours and services offered. The font sizes are 60 pt at minimum and Working Hours 85 pt at maximum. Saturday to Thursday From 8:30 am to 6:00 pm In every case, the sign should never be horizontal. The width should always be Services smaller than the height to emphasize International Express the vertical feeling. Domestic Express Freight E-Commerce If the Shop & Ship Service is offered in Logistics a particular office, it should be promoted on the vertical sign. 144
Secondary sign layout 1.33x x 1.33x Service Center x 1/3x Working Hours Saturday to Thursday From 8:30 am to 6:00 pm Services International Express Domestic Express Freight E-Commerce Logistics 1/3x x 145
In bilingual signage, maintain the balance Secondary sign - between the sizes of the logos and do not other languages make one logo larger than the other. Please refer to page 18 and 117 to better understand proper logo treatment. Align the English logo first and then the transliterated version. Service Center مركز الخدمات أوقات الدوام Working Hours من السبت إلى الخميس Saturday to Thursday من ٣٠:٨ صباحا إلى ٠٠:٦ مساء From 8:30 am to 6:00 pm الخدمات Services النقل الدولي السريع International Express النقل الداخلي السريع Domestic Express الشحن Freight التجارة الإلكترونية E-Commerce الحلول اللوجستية Logistics 146
1.33x x 0.75x x 1.33x Service Center 1/3x مركز الخدمات x 1/3x أوقات الدوام Working Hours من السبت إلى الخميس Saturday to Thursday من ٣٠:٨ صباحا إلى ٠٠:٦ مساء From 8:30 am to 6:00 pm الخدمات Services النقل الدولي السريع International Express النقل الداخلي السريع Domestic Express الشحن Freight التجارة الإلكترونية E-Commerce الحلول اللوجستية Logistics 1/3x x 147
Secondary sign - specifications The sign background will be produced from alucobond Materials Lighting Use LEDs or neon to light the signs from the inside. We painted Aramex red. All content will be in white acrylic prefer LEDs. (imposed) unless the placement requires a sticker on the front window of the service center. Only the protruding letters should be lit, not the entire sign. The only case where the sign could be lit from the outside is if it is legally required. Use spotlights in Consult a professional sign-maker for advice on the best Terms this case. method of application, ensuring that the paint remains weather-resistant. One method is to spray-paint the material whilst in a heated stove. The recommended thickness of the sign is 10 cm. If this thickness is not enough to make the sign protrude from the facade, please make adjustments to ensure that the sign is easily recognizable. The recommended thickness of the protruding letters for: logo: 2 cm, name “Service Center”: 1cm, other content: 2 mm. The size of the logo should be determined by the size of the sign (to choose a proper thickness for the logo, please consult a professional sign-maker for advice). One general rule: the thickness should not be more than half of the weight of the smallest letter stroke. In bilingual signs, the thickness of the letters should always be the same for both English and transliterated logos. Do not alter the distance between letters; the logo proportions are fixed. Please use the …
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External marketing For us, the land, the sea Posters should be hung on the inside of the front door of the service center. and even the sky is not Use see-through flex or material so that the shop is the limit visible inside and employees can still see outside. We prefer ads or posters with big, well-designed typography. 150
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Don’ts Don’t clutter and prioritize excessive information over the logo Don’t place the Arabic logo above the one in English 152
Don’t clutter your facade with promotional items and Don’t overuse the logo, as it devalues the brand avoid using curved elements 153
Door signs STICKER ON GLASS PLATE ON WALL 154
Sticker on glass Preferably, place the sticker on the window or door pane. Sticker 155
Plate on wall If, for whatever reason, you cannot place a sticker on the window or door, you can put a plate onto the wall adjacent to the main door. Arylic glass + sticker on top Material Acrylic glass Sticker on top of Acrylic glass 156
Directional signs PROTRUDING DIRECTIONAL SIGN DIRECTIONAL SIGN SPECIFICATIONS 157
Protruding directional sign Regardless of the material used, this sign design has to follow the Aramex brand identity guidelines to ensure a consistent and coherent brand experience. Make sure that the logo and arrow are both lit from inside the sign. The sign should not be directly attached to the wall. The minimum distance between sign and wall is 10 cm. Arrows can be combined to indicate that the door Front is on the left (if you come from the front). If you come from the back side, the sign indicates that you would have to turn around the corner to find the entrance. Back 158
Make sure that the arrow is always aligned to Arrow options right or left of the logo. Leave some vertical space between the logo and arrow to make sure they are both clear and impactful. Front Back 159
Directional sign specifications a. Any material that allows light to shine Material through (like a thin sheet of plastic). b. Sticker: only to be put on the front. >10 cm Metal or plastic All sides are supposed to be lit. If it is not Illumination possible to light all sides, at least make Transparent plastic sure that the front and back are lit. Sticker The minimum distance between sign and wall is 10 cm. 60 cm b. 45 cm Choose from one of these two sizes. Which a. size fits best in your case depends on the location, building size, and distance from 60 cm the street. 45 cm a. 45 × 45 cm. b. 60 ×60 cm. 160
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Warehouses signs Use the protruding logo on warehouses. Protruding logo Please refer to page 140 and 141 for Logistics Center more details. “Logistics Center” should be written in Logistics center Scene Alt font, in black. MATERIAL a. For the sides, use any material that is suitable for outdoor usage and allows electricity to be used for the inside lighting (like metal). b. For the front, use any material that allows light to shine through (like a thin sheet of plastic). c. Red sticker on top of plastic. Interior banners may be placed at the Interior banners front of each shelf row. MATERIAL Flex or similar material. 162
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Internal signage should be functional, informative, and reflect the spirit of the Aramex brand. If the center offers the Shop & Ship service, it should be promoted inside. 164
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Logo/brand wall The continuity of the logo is as important inside the service center as it is outside on the storefront. The logo should not be redrawn. Please refer to the digital files and contact the GSO Marketing Department if you have any queries. Old brand elements such as icons should not be used, and existing elements should be removed. Non-corporate fonts should never appear in signage inside our centers, and no other logos should be displayed. If there is not enough space to place the signage vertically, or in cases where there is a cluttered facade, we prefer the ratio of “x:1.5x”. INFO/SPECS The background should be printed in the Aramex red. The logo should be made of white acrylic with a thickness of 2 cm and applied to the background. The name of the service center should be made from white acrylic with a thickness of 0.5 cm. Thicknesses depend on the size of the brand wall. But under all circumstances, the thickness of the logo should be larger than the thickness of the title. 167
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Area indicators Area indicators should be made from rigid foam redrawn, or placed in any way that deviates letters with a thickness of 0.5 cm and painted from the original specification. Aramex red on all sides. Please consult a specialist designer to supply Sign proportions and components (such as the the components in the correct format with letters) are fixed. They cannot be changed, accurate specifications. 173
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Office indicators Signs should be made from plexiglass with rounded Marketing Manager Customer Services edges and hung from four corners with the specified metal accessories. مدير التسويق خدمة العملاء Printed stickers should be hung from the back of the plexiglass sheet. Sales Manager Customer Services The text on the sign should always be white on a red مدير المبيعات خدمة العملاء background, with the English text on top. 175
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RETAIL DESIGN SYSTEM
Furniture Introduction 180 223 224 182 CUSTOMIZED FURNITURE OBJECTIVES 280 183 READY-MADE FURNITURE DESIGN STRATEGIES 290 184 LIGHTING & ELECTRICITY BRANDING 295 ACCESSORIES 305 MATERIALS & INFRASTRUCTURE How to design the Visuals & graphical elements Aramex service center 312 185 313 MARKETING MATERIAL 186 OVERVIEW 323 INFORMATIONAL SIGNS 187 THE PROCESS 327 CUSTOMER SUGGESTION BOX Aramex booth The layout 332 189 194 333 ZONING SINGLE WALL 201 341 PLANNING FREE STANDING 348 CORNER
Introduction OBJECTIVES DESIGN STRATEGIES BRANDING 180
Aramex is a customer-centric company, dedicated to exceptional customer experiences across a diverse array of touchpoints. Our brand is experienced globally, operating in over 69 countries. This guide aims to standardize this experience, and reaffirm our values across the world. The retail design system is a reference guide for the implementation of design solutions in any Aramex service center. It covers branding, zoning, spatial layout, external signage, and interior marketing. Employee behavior is also addressed as part of a comprehensive way of thinking of the Aramex retail presence. People should expect the same great Aramex experience wherever they are in the world. 181
Objectives The Aramex service center is an important channel to deliver our brand promise to our existing and potential customers and to our employees. CUSTOMERS To present the full customer experience within the Aramex service promise. POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS To encourage them to consider Aramex as a potential provider through excellent service standards. EMPLOYEES To create a comfortable working environment, as well as reinforce the brand message and corporate culture. 182
Design strategies FLEXIBILITY The ability to alter the layout as business needs change. DURABILITY Furniture and accessories should withstand daily use and be easy to maintain. PRACTICALITY No frills, no unnecessary fuss–just like Aramex. Materials are easy to implement in any store around the world, big or small, without complicated procedures. WORKSHOP/WAREHOUSE SPIRIT Maintaining the link to the true nature of a logistics company. FRIENDLINESS & ACCESSIBILITY Providing helpful, informative, and interactive elements. 183
Branding Aramex is proud of its transport and operational roots and THE DESIGN the brand underlines the practical nature of the company. The design has been created to evoke the spirit of a warehouse. It is not a slick or pretentious look. THE NAME All service centers should be referred to as the “Aramex Solid, honest materials create a durable and adaptable system Service Center.” of open plan design. This is not just a design look, but a functional attitude and concept of zoning. In case of using another language, the name should be transliterated (for details please refer to the signage section). 184
How to design the Aramex service center OVERVIEW THE PROCESS 185
Overview The service centers are designed to be flexible for each c. For the best solution, assess your particular individual context. customers and their most popular services. Always consult the local Aramex management to find the a. Aramex is not a standardized coffee shop or fast food arrangements that most suit a particular community. location, so there is not one set product that we deliver. Rather, the design reflects the wide range of d. Stick to the spirit and guidelines of this manual and services on offer. coordinate with the GSO Marketing Department. b. The design embraces variety and individual tailoring to different communities, environments, and backgrounds within the global vision of the company. The Aramex service center puts the community at the heart of its design. 186
The process A customer An interior/ A station YOU ARE or or service retail manager executive designer 1. ASSESS NEEDS e. How many seats do you need in the waiting area? Contact the GSO Customer Service team for advice on this matter. f. Do you need a security desk? a. How many of the services need long interactions g. Calculate your storage needs (desk services)? h. Consider entry and access b. How many need short interactions (counter services)? i. Consider street visibility c. What are your peak times? d. What are your service segments (different groups of customers, and Shop & Ship availability)? 187
2. HIRE A LOCAL INTERIOR DESIGNER/CONTRACTOR It is always a good idea to consult with local experts. 3. PLANNING AND LAYOUT Draft the general layout of the place and placement of the external signage and. Always consult the GSO Marketing team for evaluation. 4. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT Develop and finalize the design, prepare drawings and 3D renders, and send to the GSO Marketing team for approval. 5. IMPLEMENTATION Keep sending digital photos to the GSO Marketing team every step of the way to make sure things are going according to plan. 188
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On entry Customers first arrive into the foyer area and are presented with a brand wall. A loading cart is provided by the entrance for use by staff or customers for heavy items. a. The workspace is for the preparing packages and completing forms with a waste bin nearby. b. Above the preparation table, the announcements board offers a space for local, company or governmental notices. c. There is a queue machine and an interactive touchscreen for inquiries. Impulsive Items Display Brand Wall Announcements Board Interactive Touchscreen Workspace Loading Cart 195
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Waiting area A simple waiting area with amenities on offer. Amenities Area Community Wall a. The community wall in this area is a chance to promote the social projects and cooperative work Aramex is involved in. b. The ameneties area has a water dispenser and a suggestions and complaints box. c. In some cases, an automated coffee machine could also be provided. d. Benches offer enough seating in the waiting area. They are practical and not easily damaged. 197
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Desk Overall size: W160xD80xH72 cm. SIDE PANELS Mesh with metal structure, made with double layers of FRONT PANEL 18 mm painted MDF. Material: galvanized mesh steel, not painted Thickness: 1.5 mm. METAL STRUCTURE Size: 152x64 cm. Material: painted metal tube. Hole diameter: 3 mm. Metal tube size: 40x40 mm. Space between holes: 7 mm center to center Metal tube thickness: 1.5 mm. Paint: without paint Paint: using powder coating technology inside heated oven under 200°C. NOTES Paint Color: Dusty Gray (RAL 7037). a. 1 cm without holes around the edges. Accessories: all legs are enhanced with plastic cover b. The height between mesh and ground is 6 cm. caps with one adjustable cap to overcome unevenness. c. Top size should be larger than the metal fram by 2 mm from eachside (PVC thicknes) Size of metal structure: W160xD80xH70 cm. DESKTOP Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) facing High Pressure Laminate (HPL) with scratch proof. MDF thickness: 22 mm. HPL thickness: 0.7 mm, print (810) cream color. Edges: 2 mm multi plex PVC. Accessories: plastic covers for plugs and cables, 60 mm in diameter, dark gray color. 230
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Steel structure 13 cm 38.9 cm 80 cm 20 cm 152 cm 4 cm 20 cm 4 cm 233
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Counter Overall size: W160xD80xH107 cm. FRONT PANEL METAL STRUCTURE There should be no screws visible from the front side of Material: painted metal tube. the counter. Metal tube size: 40x40 mm. Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) and galvanized Metal tube thickness: 1.5 mm. steel sheet towards the bottom. Paint: using powder coating technology inside heated oven MDF thickness: 18 mm. under 200°C. Galvanized sheet fixed at the lower edge of the MDF front Paint Color: Dusty Gray (RAL 7037). with sunken screws from the sides, 37.5 cm in height. Accessories: all legs are enhanced with plastic cover caps with one adjustable cap to overcome unevenness. SIDE PANELS Flish with metal structure, made with double layers of 18 mm Size of metal structure: W160xD80xH70 cm. Painted MDF. COUNTER TOP AND DESK TOP MATERIAL Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) facing High Pressure Laminate (HPL), scratch proof. MDF thickness: 22 mm. HPL thickness: 0.7 mm, print (810) cream color. Edges: 2 mm multi plex PVC. Accessories: plastic covers for plugs and cables; 60 mm in diameter. 236
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Front view Holes for plugs and cables, 60 mm in diameter with plastic covers (gray or black) HPL laminate and lipping HPL laminate and lipping Galvanized steel sheets folded on to the sides and placed using glue and screws 238
Rear view Holes for plugs and cables, 60 mm in diameter with plastic covers (gray or black) HPL laminate and lipping 40 cm 16.1 cm 239
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Structure 160 cm 20 cm 80 cm 20 cm 4 cm 152 cm 69 cm 65 cm 241
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Waiting bench Overall size: W185.45xD50xH79 cm. Seat height: 40 cm. NOTE In some cases, local customs and traditions require gender separation. In such cases, we advise supplying more than one bench or using single seats instead. WOODEN SEAT & BACK Material (preferred option): solid beech wood strips. Paint: coated with sealer paint to protect the wood from mold and moisture. METAL STRUCTURE Material: painted metal tube. Metal tube size: 40x40 mm. Metal tube thickness: 1.5 mm. Paint: using powder-coating technology inside heated oven under 200°C. Color: Dusty Gray 7037. Accessories: all legs are enhanced with plastic cover caps with one adjustable cap to overcome unevenness. 244
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Preparation table Overall size: W160xD80xH90 cm DESKTOP Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) facing High Pressure Laminate (HPL), scratch proof (charcoal color) MDF thickness: 22 mm. Galvanized steel thickness: 1.5 mm. Treatment: coated with sealer paint to protect the wood from mold and moisture. WOODEN CASE Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF). MDF thickness: 18 mm. Treatment: shall be coated with sealer paint to protect the wood from mold and moisture. METAL STRUCTURE Size W160xD80x35H cm. Material: painted metal tube. Metal tube size: 40x40 mm. Metal tube thickness: 1.5 mm. Paint: using powder coating technology inside heated oven under 200°C. Paint color: Dusty Gray (RAL 7037). Accessories: all legs are enhanced with plastic cover caps with one adjustable cap to overcome unevenness. 252
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Desk storage units DESK STORAGE TOP Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) covered with Galvanized steel. MDF Thickness: 22 mm. Galvanized steel Thickness: 1.5 mm. Treatment: shall be coated with sealer paint to protect the wood from mold & moisture. WOODEN ASE & DRAWERS FRONT Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF). MDF thickness: 18 mm. Treatment: coated with sealer paint to protect the wood from mold and moisture. METAL STRUCTURE Material: painted metal tube. Metal tube size: 40x40 mm. Metal tube thickness: 1.5 mm. Paint: using powder coating technology inside heated oven under 200°C. Paint Color: Dusty Gray (RAL 7037). Accessories: all legs are enhanced with plastic cover caps with one adjustable cap to overcome unevenness. NOTE: the same design can be adopted incase of a tochscreen mount (table), please contact the GSO for more details. 257
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Metal top Wood top 1.8 cm Detail 1 Detail 2 Circular hole, 40 mm in diameter The wooden top is coated with sealer paint to protect the wood Wooden case 76.2 cm from mold and moisture. and drawers An underlay layer should be used between the wooden top and the 49.5 cm galvanized sheet (to avoid the denting of the meatl surface) 99 cm 49.5 cm 110 cm Detail 3 Metal plinth The assembly of metal plinth and the wooden base should be concealed 260
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Metal top 1.8 cm Wood top 76.2 cm Wooden case and drawers 21 cm Detail 1 Detail 2 Circular hole, diameter 40 mm The wooden top is coated with sealer paint to protect the wood 21 cm from mold and moisture. An underlay layer should be used 99 cm between the wooden top and the galvanized sheet (to avoid the denting of the meatl surface) 21 cm Suspension file drawer 36 cm 60 cm Detail 3 The assembly of metal plinth and the Metal plinth wooden base should be concealed 262
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Metal top Wood top 1.8 cm Wooden case and drawers 21 cm Detail 1 Detail 2 Circular hole, diameter 40 mm The wooden top is coated with sealer paint to protect the wood from mold and moisture. 76.2 cm An underlay layer should be used between the wooden top and the galvanized sheet (to avoid the denting of the meatl surface) 99 cm 56.4 cm Detail 3 Metal plinth The assembly of metal plinth and the wooden base should be concealed 264
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Metal top Wood top 1.8cm 78.2 cm Detail 2 Detail 1 The assembly of metal plinth The wooden top is coated with and the wooden base should sealer paint to protect the wood be concealed from mold and moisture. An underlay layer should be used between the wooden top and the galvanized sheet (to avoid the 104.6 cm denting of the meatl surface) 70 cm * Refer to basket size and details on page 302. 266
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Detail 2 Detail 1 The assembly of metal plinth The wooden top is coated with and the wooden base should sealer paint to protect the wood be concealed from mold and moisture. Metal top An underlay layer should be used between the wooden top and the galvanized sheet (to avoid the Wood top denting of the meatl surface) 80 cm 34.7 cm 76.4 cm Metal plinth 268
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Storage wall units In the following pages are examples of differenet combimations WOODEN CASE (THE STRUCTURE) of images to be used as default on the strage wall units. The FULLY CLOSED MODULES (WOODEN FOLDS) images can be contexualized depending on the location of the Material: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) facing low service center. Also, graphics and images can be placed on emission of formaldehyde (E1 class) with scratch proof these storage walls to serve the station’s particular needs (e.g. melamine on both sides. to promote a particular Aramex campaign). MDF thickness: 22 mm. Treatment: coated with sealer paint to protect the Storage wall modules are to either be open or covered by a wood from mold and moisture. metal mesh or by wooden folds. A security lock can be added to covered modules when needed. There are four set modules to METAL MESH FOLDS (SEE-THROUGH) choose from: Material: cold-rolled galvanized mesh steel. Thickness: 0.8 mm. MODULE A: Hole diameter: 0.5 mm. Used to store office supplies (printers). Space between holes: 9 mm center to center W120xH235xD60 or W120xH267xD60 cm. Paint: without paint MODULE B: 5-6 of the H30xW60 cm component. W60xH235xD60 or W60xH267xD60 cm. MODULE C: 2-3 of the H60xW60 cm component. W60xH235xD60 or W60xH267xD60 cm. MODULE D: Mixture of the H30xW60 cm + H60xH60 components W60xH235xD60 or W60xH267xD60 cm. 270
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READY-MADE FURNITURE Aramex chairs are not custom-manufactured. So, you have flexibility in sourcing local products within these guidelines, which is more sustainable. 280
Customer chair The following suggestions are only examples of the range of furniture possibilities: a. No particular brand has been specified, making the chairs easier to source. b. It is crucial that your furniture selection adheres to the Aramex style in these guidelines. c. The chairs must be durable, practical, and modern. d. The preferred color is gray which helps minimize maintenance. e. Consult the GSO Marketing Department for any help you might need. 281
Stainless steel tube frame. Seat and back Breuer waiting made from plywood (8 mm thickness). armless chair Stainless steel tube frame. One piece Customer molded plywood seat, upholstered with cantilever armchair fabric and armrests in black plastic. 282
Stainless steel tube frame, seat upholstered Customer with fabric, back and armrests in plastic. cantilever armchair Epoxy powder coated metal frame with 4 Legs armless plywood 0.8 mm thickness seat and back. stackable chair 283
Employee chair a. The choice of employee chairs is left open for local sourcing. b. Employee chairs must allow Aramex employees to be comfortable and approachable. c. It is important that these chairs are durable and of good quality. d. White or mesh fabric may be used in some cases. e. Style, quality, durability, and environments should guide your selection choice. 284
Bright armrest and back support with Mesh polished aluminum base, mesh backrest, employee chair gas lift and tilt mechanism. Bright armrest and back support with Leather polished aluminum base, white PU backrest, employee chair gas lift and tilt mechanism. 285
Black mesh for back and grey fabric Medium back upholstery for seat, self-adjusting employee chair react mechanism. Black mesh for back and black fabric Medium back upholstery for seat, syncro mechanism employee chair and gas lift. 286
All Aramex service centers must have Queue machine a Q-Matic machine and must follow this design. 287
Place line separators with a red belt to Line separators organize customer lines when needed. Do not use furniture units as line separators. 288
All locations except for small service TV centers should have a TV placed in a position that is clear for all customers in the waiting area. The TV should play Aramex content, queue numbers, or entertainment that is suitable and acceptable by local country traditions. * At small service centers, TV’s are optional. 289
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Aramex warehouse lighting is industrial in style, with a color palette of white, metal or black. We recommend maximizing daylight wherever possible and implementing an energy saving policy. Aramex lighting carries the spirit of the warehouse. 291
Ceiling fixtures Pendant metal dome light Dimensions (Inches) Dimensions (Inches) Lamping A B C Lamping A B C 1 (m) 100w 10-1/86-1/2 48 1 (m) 150w16 8-1/4 48 C C B B A A 292
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Announcement board The announcement board is a friendly way of staying in touch with the local community through relevant local notices. Specifications: cork sheet with a wooden frame. 296
Window covers Place simple white roller blinds only when needed. Stations are allowed to use images of window stickers in countries where the Aramex brand is new. * Refer to page 125 for more information. 297
Separator wall and partition Place a white painted Gibson separator in small service centers where gender segregation is required. If the space does not permit, a perforated steel fixed on metal tubes from both sides to minimize viability. 298
Poster variations We have flexibility in how we display our posters. We recommend one of two ways: a. Printing on a foam board or placing a sticker on a foam board. b. We prefer using foam boards, but if you expect to replace posters often, then a more sustainable solution may be to use metal snap frames—snap on four sides with a transparent plastic sheet to protect the poster. Keep in mind that we like our posters simple and direct, so be concise with the copy you use. Sticker Foam board 299
Office accessories Office accessories should remain within the same spirit of the warehouse; they are modern, functional, and practical. The service center is a customer-focused office space, so avoid excessive personalization of the work area. Preferably metal (aluminum). Office desk set Silver, black, or gray. 300
Stainless steel waste bins. Double-thickness Waste bins edges lend rigidity and resistance to the product. Containers available in different heights can be linked through aluminum and Velcro joints. All Aramex service centers must have Tissue boxes branded tissue boxes. 301
Every counter must have an Aramex- On counter pen Stations have the option to procure a silver Shipment bins branded pen for customers to use. metal trolley to easily move shipments between the storage room and front counter. 540 740 600 600 740 Ref. 4 461 57 03 Weight: 15 kg 615 820 302
Any announcement that needs to be On counter/ displayed on the counter or desk should be desk major typed in the template attached and placed announcements inside this acrylic A4 stand. Only one stand is permitted per customer service desk. 303
Accessories for the customized furniture For cable management: White dark gray or black. plastic caps Metallic holder, on wheels CPU holder (free standing). All legs are enhanced with plastic Legs (caps) cover caps and adjustable feet to overcome unevenness. 304
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Furniture materials Furniture materials reflect the natural warm hue of wood, metal, white walls, and subdued flooring. Durability is key. So, we use Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) wood for its strength. For metals, we use treated galvanized steel. If this is not available, you can use painted metal—only in the specified gray color. For floors, we prefer functional flooring or tiling that would withstand daily use and require minimal upkeep. 306
Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), coated MDF wood with sealer paint. Preferred cover: facing High Pressure Laminate (HPL), scratch-proofed on both sides. Alternate cover option: facing low emission of formaldehyde (E1 class) with scratch proof melamine on both sides. Painted metal tubes, 1.5 mm thickness Metal structures and powder coated in dusty gray color (RAL 7037). Galvanized steel, 1.5 mm thickness. Galvanized steel sheets 307
Bench: seat & backwood Solid beech wood strips. Solid Swedish wood strips. Preferred option Alternate option Beach wood Swedish wood 308
Metal mesh Solid beech wood strips. Metal mesh 309
Floor treatment The decision on the flooring is left to the local Aramex management and interior design company. Please remain within the guidelines when choosing a floor treatment. Preferred option Alternate option Concrete floors Ceramic tiles 310
Data cables and Walls electrical power outlets All walls should be painted matte white or laminated for cleaning purpose. Data cables and electrical power outlets should be provided wherever possible in floor boxes or walls throughout the space. This is to accommodate future changes in furniture layout. Ceiling Consult the local Aramex management to decide on whether ceilings need to be redone. We prefer exposed ceilings, but false ceilings are acceptable where necessary. Preferred option Alternate option Gypsum board (not tiles) Acoustic ceiling tiles 311
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Community wall posters The recommended size of the posters is 75x150 cm. If connecting this is not possible, please use standardized sizes. sustainable Posters should not be smaller than A2. ideas The printed materials should be of a good resolution, aramex.org with a minimum of 150 dpi. aramex.org is an initiative about We recommend a snap frame system for the posters sustainability, responsible logistics, and international which makes it easy to regularly replace posters inside trends in corporate citizenship. It is hosted by Aramex the frame. Aramex holds sports and cultural exchange program for Jeddah United As part of its overall community development and sports strategy, Aramex, the global logistics solutions provider, recently organized a sports and cultural exchange program for the Jeddah United (JU) women’s basketball team. The 10-member team, mostly comprising Saudi students, businesswomen, employees and housewives, was invited by Aramex to participate in a four-day training program in Amman, including friendly matches with the Al Riyadi-Aramex and Shabab Urdun clubs of Jordan. The exchange program served as a platform to hone the skill-sets of these budding athletes, giving them the opportunity to train with seasoned basketball teams. They were also hosted on a cultural tour of the Aramex Morocco Social Activity As part of the INJAZ Entrepreneurship Masterclass program, Aramex organized a workshop for students at the “Al Imam Al Tabari” public school in Casablanca,…
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Storage wall posters We place posters on our storage walls to serve the The sizes of these posters is relative to the design station’s particular needs (e.g. to promote a particular of the storage wall. So, their sizes should be decided Aramex campaign). on accordingly. To produce these posters, print directly on a sticker Make sure to use the official Aramex font, Scene Alt, in and place it on the MDF wood of the storage wall. large enough font sizes to be easily legible to the viewer. MDF Printed wood sticker Storage wall unit 320
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Flyer Stand Aramex service centers have flyer dispensing stands placed next to the Q-Matic machine if space allows. The stand should never seem empty, so make sure it’s full at all times. 322
INFORMATIONAL SIGNS 323
Informational signs are different from the marketing signs. They are not promotional, but provide helpful information for the customers, such as the services provided at the Aramex service center and how Aramex can help the customers with their needs. 324
List of services poster The list of services posters reflect the services provided in the center. Size: relative to the design of the storage wall. Materials: made from plexiglass and hung from four corners with the specified metal accessories. Printed sticker should be hung from the front of the plexiglass sheet. Design: use the Aramex font Scene Alt in white on a red background. The title is in lower case while the services are listed in all caps. 325
Instructional signage مكان مخصص للنساء يرجى استخدام المدخل المجاور هذا المركز مخصص لتسليم شحنات شوب اند شيب فقط، للشحنات الأخرى الرجاء التوجه الى Please use the other door Women’s area only المكتب المجاور This location is dedicated for delivering Shop & Ship shipments only. For other shipments please visit our next door service center 326
CUSTOMER SUGGESTION BOX 327
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Key Hole Front Back Left Side Right Side Top 329
Front Top 25.5 CM 1 CM 2.5 CM 20 CM 0.5 CM 1 CM 1 CM 1 CM 2 CM 25.5 CM 21.5 CM 13.8 CM 16 CM 12 CM 0.5 CM 1 CM 2 CM * Acrylic Thickness 5 MM ** Wood Thickness 10 MM 330
2 1 4 3 1. Top 22X25.5 CM 2. Left Side 25.5X16 CM 3. Right Side 25.5X13 CM 4. Acrylic 20X10 CM 331
Aramex booth SINGLE WALL FREE STANDING CORNER 332
Single wall Aramex sometimes allocates mobile service centers in malls or shopping centers. This following pages showcase different scenarios of a single wall, corner, or freestanding booth structures that you can construct in accordance with the allocated space. Glass backdrop front Embossed pattern 333
Right side view With lighting Spot lights Spot lights Glass panel 334
Back view 335
Left side view Precise angles will be refined in the final 3d Render 336
Top view 337
Details Glass panel Ipad on stand x2 Cabinates for parcel storage Scanner and phone Printer Computer, cash register and barcode reader Stool x2 338
Back corner view 339
Back corner view 340
Free standing Front view 341
Right view RIGHT VIEW 342
Back view 343
Left side view 344
Top view 345
Details Scanner Barcode Reader Backdrop with visuals and infographics Computer Cash register Ipad on stand x2 Telephone Stools x2 Cabinates for parcel storage 346
Details Space for parcel scale Printer Cabinates for parcel storage 347
Corner Front view Embossed pattern 348
Right side view With lighting Embossed pattern 349
Parcel storage cabinates Opening for entering and exiting with the option of having a swing door 350
Back view 351
Top view 352
Behind the walls 353
Details Printer Open shelving for iPad on stand forms & documents Scanner Parcel storage Single stool Parcel scale Foldable fold or door with hinges to allow for earsier scale access 354
Details Cashier Computer Barcode reader Telephone 355
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