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530–590 BCE: Cyrus the Great, the leader of the Persian Empire, established the world's first civilized postal service called "Chapar Khaneh".
1–20 CE: The Roman Empire established a similar system as the Persians had led by Emperor Augustus.
The World's Oldest Private Transportation Company Was Founded
In 1474-1484: in Milan Italy, operating between Milan and Lindau Germany, about 350 kilometers apart. It's still in operation today with a turnover of 3 billion euros and 8,000 employees. It operates in around 180 countries.
The company's name (drumroll) Gebrüder Weiss.
Who else made the list of the oldest logistics companies?
In no particular order, noteworthy companies:
Did you recognize all the companies?
What company should be on the list?
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