Postal activities under universal service obligation

NACE code 53.10 covers postal activities under universal service obligation, which is a critical component of the broader logistics and transportation industry. This industry is responsible for the collection, transportation, and delivery of letters, parcels, and other mail items, ensuring reliable and affordable postal services for individuals and businesses across the country. As a fundamental part of the communication and distribution infrastructure, the postal industry plays a vital role in supporting economic activities and connecting communities.

The main production techniques in the postal industry involve the collection, sorting, transportation, and delivery of mail items. This process typically starts with the collection of mail from various sources, such as post boxes, businesses, and individuals. The collected mail is then transported to sorting facilities, where it is sorted by destination and prepared for delivery. Depending on the type of mail and the distance it needs to travel, various transportation methods are used, including trucks, trains, and aircraft. Finally, the sorted mail is delivered to the intended recipients, either directly or through a network of local post offices and delivery services.

The postal industry requires a range of inputs to function effectively. Key inputs include the workforce, which includes postal workers, drivers, and administrative staff. Additionally, the industry relies on a fleet of vehicles, such as delivery vans and trucks, as well as sorting and processing equipment, including automated sorting machines and information technology systems. Other significant inputs include fuel, packaging materials, and infrastructure, such as post offices, sorting facilities, and transportation networks.

The primary output of the postal industry is the delivery of letters, parcels, and other mail items to individuals and businesses. These outputs are consumed by a wide range of other NACE codes, including 47.91 Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet, 46.18 Agents involved in the sale of other particular products, and 82.19 Photocopying, document preparation and other specialised office support activities, among others. The postal industry also supports the broader economy by facilitating the exchange of information, goods, and services.