Denmark’s postal service announced that it will stop letter delivery by the end of 2025, leading to the dismissal of around 1,500 employees. Additionally, the country’s 1,500 post boxes will start to be removed as of June.

With the increasing use of digital communication tools worldwide, traditional methods of correspondence such as letters are beginning to phase out.

The state-operated postal service PostNord in Denmark revealed that due to a 90% decline, they will halt letter deliveries starting from January 1, 2026.

1,500 PEOPLE WILL LOSE THEIR JOBS

As a result of this decision, approximately 1,500 out of 4,600 employees are expected to lose their jobs.

Following the cessation of letter delivery, the removal of the 1,500 post boxes in the country is anticipated to commence in June, while a Danish private company stated that it could take over letter distribution.

DECLINE SINCE 2000

In Denmark, where there has been a decline in letter delivery since the year 2000, the decision is expected to impact the elderly population the most.

While 95% of Danes use digital postal services, it was reported that 271,000 individuals still send letters. PostNord also operates in Sweden.

8,000 PEOPLE TO BE LAID OFF IN GERMANY

The German postal service Deutsche Post announced today that due to high costs, they will lay off a significant portion of the 8,000 employees involved in letter and package delivery by the end of the year.