DHL transforms DHL Health Logistics campus in Florstadt into a European pharmaceutical hub
Gondolas, Cable Cars, and Boats: How DHL delivers packages in hard-to-reach locations worldwide
DHL Group to Invest EUR 2 Billion by 2030 in DHL Health Logistics to Boost Globally Integrated Healthcare Solutions
Totalmobile Partners with HL Group to explore new market potential
DHL Group and Neste to tighten collaboration to reduce logistics emissions
The Most Unusual DHL Deliveries 2024 : A Special Year-End Review of the Global Market Leader in Logistics
DHL Supply Chain acquires a controlling interest in eFulfilment solutions company, Brandpath, from PJ Investment Group
DHL Supply Chain implements Generative AI to enhance data management, customer support and proposal accuracy
DHL highlights future trends in the automotive industry and their impact on logistics
DHL expands contract logistics portfolio to the UAE
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Liebherr delivers high-quality ship to shore (STS) container crane from Ireland to PSA Penn Terminals
Liebherr announces the handover of an additional STS crane to a longstanding customer, continuing its track record of providing state-of-the-art container handling technology to the North American market. With tover 130 Liebherr maritime cranes playing a crucial role in the region, Liebherr remains a trusted partner for US ports. Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd. Killarney, Ireland, October 1, 2024 – PSA Penn Terminals in Philadelphia, PA has received a third Liebherr STS crane, further expanding their fleet of Liebherr equipment. This delivery reflects Liebherr’s ongoing commitment to supporting its US customers with high-quality machinery and comprehensive local product support, ensuring smooth and efficient port operations. With customizable designs and various outreaches to suit specific needs, Liebherr has been providing container cranes to US ports from its Irish manufacturing base for over four decades. “This delivery highlights Liebherr Container Cranes position as a trusted partner for US container ports. Manufactured in Ireland and supported by our experienced US-based team, our cranes provide secure, dependable, and high-efficiency solutions for ports across the country.” said Winston Ziegler, Head of Sales, Maritime Cranes, Liebherr USA, Co. “At a time when performance pressure is constant, Liebherr STS cranes offer industry-leading availability during vessel operations.” Robust partnership In September, PSA Penn Terminals received its third Liebherr STS crane, complementing the two commissioned in 2018. John Brennan, President, and CEO of PSA Penn Terminals commented “This new Liebherr ship to shore crane once again demonstrates our lasting commitment to being one of the best equipped, privately owned container terminals on the US East Coast. These facilities, combined with our dedicated and experienced work force, allow us to provide top-of-the-line efficient and reliable services to our customers.” The new STS crane features an 157 ft (48 m) outreach, a 60 ft (18.288 m) span, and a 50 ft (15 m) back reach. With a lift height of 115 ft (35 m) over rail and a safe working load (SWL) of 66 tonnes. The STS crane is designed to significantly boost operational efficiency and capacity at the terminal. The delivery strengthens the ongoing collaboration between Liebherr and PSA, reinforcing the terminal’s capacity for efficient, high-volume container handling. As a trusted partner, Liebherr remains focused on providing cutting-edge solutions that support the productivity and long-term success of key ports across the United STATES. Speaking from Ireland, Declan O’Sullivan, General Manager Sales with Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd., said, “Our first container crane delivery to the USA was in 1978, and since then, we have continued to supply high-performing cranes to meet the needs of our customers. With Liebherr’s in-house design and manufacturing capabilities in Ireland and across Europe, we can provide prompt service and meet customer requirements across the USA.” Liebherr remains committed to advancing container handling solutions for US ports, ensuring our customers stay at the forefront of innovation and operational efficiency.
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DHL and Formula 1 take flight with Sustainable Aviation Fuel
DHL and Formula 1® are once again making strides in sustainability with their latest milestone: the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Starting in March of this year, with cargo movements to the Australian Grand Prix, Formula 1 has been working with DHL Global Forwarding’s GoGreen Plus service to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by around 80% per flight compared to conventional aviation fuel by utilizing SAF. This marks an exciting new chapter in DHL’s 20-year partnership with Formula 1, as it continues to help the sport in its mission to meet its Net Zero by 2030 commitment. Up to the Singapore Grand Prix, approximately 20% of subsequent Formula 1 cargo flights to races outside of Europe this year have been scheduled to use DHL’s GoGreen Plus service with SAF. Paul Fowler, Head of DHL Motorsports Logistics, adds: “Our longstanding partnership with Formula 1 is built on a shared passion for innovation and excellence. We are committed to using our expertise to support Formula 1 in transporting cars and other equipment around the world in the most efficient way possible. With 40 years of expertise in motorsports logistics, we are focused on identifying ways to cut down greenhouse gas emissions and making motorsport more sustainable with every step we take.” Series of sustainability initiatives by DHL and Formula 1 SAF is the latest chapter in the ongoing commitment from DHL and Formula 1 to deliver more sustainable logistics. With its broad logistics portfolio, DHL employs multimodal transportation such as air, sea and road freight, aiming at optimized route planning and efficiency. This season, for instance, DHL has more than doubled its fleet of biofuel-powered trucks to serve the European leg of the F1 season, now totaling 37 trucks. Each truck contributes to an average greenhouse gas emissions reduction of 83% compared to their diesel-driven counterparts. DHL also utilizes Boeing 777 aircrafts, whose fuel-efficient technology reduces greenhouse gas emissions by around 17% over legacy aircrafts. This is in addition to the work Formula 1 has done to rationalize the calendar and create a better flow of races, further develop the remote broadcast production operation, which reduces traveling equipment, and the adoption of regional hubs, which allows freight to travel shorter distances. DHL and Formula 1 continue to explore other innovative solutions to further reduce the sport’s greenhouse gas emissions. ”Formula 1 has always been at the forefront of innovation, and our early stage investment in Sustainable Aviation Fuel is a testament to our dedication to deliver on our Net Zero by 2030 commitment”, Ellen Jones, Head of ESG at Formula 1 said. “SAF is just the latest step for the business, and underscores how alternative fuels both on and off track can materially reduce carbon emissions. This delivery of our sustainability strategy is only made possible through coordinated actions across our sport.” Aviation with lower greenhouse gas emissions Produced from renewable sources, such as agricultural biomass and used cooking oil, SAF represents a significant step towards aviation with lower greenhouse gas emissions. The SAF for Formula 1 logistics is purchased and transferred through the value chain via the book and claim system. This system allows for the decoupling of specific environmental attributes from physical products, such as reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and transferring them to another party through a registry. Buyers and sellers can participate without direct involvement in the physical supply chain of the fuel. At purchase, buyers “book” a specified quantity of sustainable fuel and “claim” emissions reductions towards their sustainability objectives, acquiring environmental benefits without physically possessing the fuel. The book and claim system has the potential to significantly reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of the transportation sector when implemented industry-wide. Verification from the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) DHL's provision of SAF in support of Formula 1 air cargo logistics is backed by verification from the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC). This certification acts as a seal of approval, ensuring that the fuel is produced in accordance with strict sustainability criteria. The ISCC goes beyond simple emissions reduction to promote transparent, sustainable, and deforestation-free practices throughout the supply chain. Its scope encompasses a wide range of sustainable materials, from agricultural biomass to recycled carbon sources, ensuring a truly holistic approach. Launched by DHL Global Forwarding in 2022, the GoGreen Plus service uses the book and claim system by utilizing sustainable fuels in air and ocean freight, allowing customers to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions associated with their freight volumes, even when their shipments are not physically transported with the assets using these sustainable fuels. GoGreen Plus represents an important step in DHL Group's journey to enhance its product offerings in line with its science-based decarbonization targets for 2030.
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DHL Supply Chain Passes Unprecedented 500 Million Picks Milestone Using Locus Robotics Autonomous Mobile Robots
Locus Robotics, the leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for fulfillment warehouses, today announced that its valued customer, DHL Supply, the global leader in contract logistics, reached the milestone of 500 million picks accomplished using Locus' innovative LocusBot robots. This achievement underscores the transformative impact of Locus' AMR technology on productivity and operational efficiency at an unprecedented scale. The historic 500 millionth pick occurred on May 18, 2024, at DHL's Toledo, Spain facility, where a LocusBot retrieved a consumer home goods product. While it took 2.5 years for DHL to reach the first 10 million picks, the next 100 million picks were accomplished in just 28 months. Remarkably, the last 100 million picks took a mere 154 days. Attaining this milestone exemplifies the power of human-robot collaboration and the exponential growth of the technology, with LocusBots seamlessly augmenting DHL's human workforce to deliver unparalleled performance. “At DHL, we are relentlessly focused on driving innovation and operational excellence through our Accelerated Digitalization strategy aimed at deploying automated solutions at scale," said Sally Miller, Chief Information Officer at DHL Supply Chain. "Locus Robotics has been a trusted partner in this effort and this milestone achievement underscores the improved productivity, accuracy, and employee ergonomics we’ve enjoyed across our global network." With LocusBots deployed at more than 35 DHL-managed sites worldwide, the partnership between the two companies continues to thrive, setting new benchmarks for efficiency and performance in the logistics industry. “We are thrilled to celebrate this momentous achievement with our esteemed partner, DHL Supply Chain," said Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics. "Their unwavering commitment to innovation and their trust in our LocusBot solution have been instrumental in attaining this remarkable milestone. We are proud to play a pivotal role in DHL's ongoing success and look forward to many more milestones as we continue our collaboration." Locus Robotics' revolutionary, multi-bot solution incorporates powerful and AI-driven, intelligent AMRs that operate collaboratively with human workers, dramatically improving productivity while reducing labor requirements compared to traditional fulfillment systems. This award-winning technology helps solve challenges faced by companies across multiple industries, including labor shortages, inefficient processes, and the need to meet ever-increasing throughput demands.
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DHL is named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Logistics Report
DHL has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Logistics report . Gartner delivers actionable, objective insight to executives and their teams. Its expert guidance and tools enable faster, smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization’s mission-critical priorities. For the 9th time, DHL has been considered in the research with two business units, DHL Supply Chain and DHL Global Forwarding. Oscar de Bok, Global CEO DHL Supply Chain, believes the company’s diversified product offerings, commitment to accelerated digitalization and sustainability for its positioning as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant. The company is both the Highest In Ability To Execute and Furthest in Completeness Of Vision in the 2024 report. “As the dynamics of supply chains shift, they've become a critical differentiator for businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to global corporations. We recognize this transformation and are focused on equipping our customers with data-driven expertise to build resilient supply chains. Our investments in AI-powered models translate to actionable insights that empower our customers to proactively identify and mitigate potential disruptions as well as capitalize on opportunities. Furthermore, our ever-expanding global network ensures seamless operations across the world and helps to withstand geopolitical shocks. By combining these elements with a dedication to understanding our customers’ specific needs, we are not just a service provider but a strategic partner.” De Bok believes that the Gartner Leader recognition underscores the strength of DHL in a time when supply chains continue to be impacted by economic and geopolitical headwinds; “Our product offering provides solutions for today’s supply chain challenges while also anticipating future trends and demands. Our value-added services in real estate solutions, e-commerce, service logistics, returns logistics and packaging help our customers to better streamline their supply chain while enjoying greater visibility through for instance our MySupplyChain portal”, said de Bok. “In addition, our accelerated digitalization initiatives increase efficiencies, and we continue to expand our GoGreen PLUS product offerings which further enables our customers to achieve their emissions reduction targets.” Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Logistics, By Matthew Beckett, David Gonzalez, Oscar Sanchez Duran, Brian Whitlock, Chris Kina, 30 April 2024 GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally, and MAGIC QUADRANT is a registered trademark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates and are used herein with permission. All rights reserved.Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our market research reports, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other distinctions. Gartner reports state opinions of the Gartner Research & Advisory organization that should not be construed as findings of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to this research report, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
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DHL Supply Chain commits EUR350 million in Southeast Asia to help strengthen customers’ supply chain resiliency
DHL Supply Chain, the global market leader for contract logistics solutions, plans to invest EUR350 million in Southeast Asia over the next five years to expand its warehousing capacity, workforce and sustainability initiatives. This is part of a series of strategic investments by DHL Supply Chain over the past year, already adding up to EUR1.35 billion globally. These investments into the supply chain infrastructure, people hiring and development, as well as automation, digitalization and sustainability in India, Latin America and Southeast Asia support the omnisourcing strategies of DHL's customers in all major geographies, across all industries. "There is an incredible opportunity for businesses in Southeast Asia to strengthen supply chain resiliency. Companies are looking at diversifying their supply chains. Southeast Asia, with its efficient work environment and effective trade agreements such as the China-ASEAN FTA, stands to benefit the most. Our multi-market investment of EUR350 million in this region complements our global investment strategy. These are strategic investments we take - despite the generally softer market environment – because we invest in the future growth of our business and strongly believe in the strategic expansion and diversification of our regional businesses. This puts us in a prime position to support our customers' growth and omnisourcing strategy in the long term," said Oscar de Bok, CEO, DHL Supply Chain. DHL Supply Chain expanding capacity and future-proofing logistics centers With this investment, DHL Supply Chain will increase its current 1.6 million square meters of warehouse space in Southeast Asia by 25 percent, or 400,000 square meters. Highlights of this investment include: 40,000 square meters DHL Maheswara Green Logistics facility in West Java, Indonesia 18,000 square meters Penang Logistics Hub 5 (PLH5) in Malaysia 50,000 square meters built-to-suit facility in the Philippines 60,000 square meters of space acquired from a local business in Singapore "We are not just increasing our capacity, but we are building logistics centers that can cater to future demand for our customers through robotics and sustainability initiatives. For example, we are equipping our upcoming fifth facility in Penang – PLH5 with state-of-the-art automated pallet storage and retrieval system and goods-to-person robotics technology to handle small parts picking," added Javier Bilbao, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Asia Pacific. DHL Supply Chain will continue to develop its Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) while introducing other warehouse technology in selected markets such as auto-stores, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) for pallets and large goods, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). These digitalization initiatives also allow employees to upskill themselves in such implementations. Investing in talent and green supply chains DHL Supply Chain reinforces its commitment to people development as it seeks to create over 3,000 job opportunities across Southeast Asia by 2024. This forms part of a broader strategy to nurture talent to support new growth areas and meet evolving customer demands in automation, digital analytics, electric vehicle (EV) handling, reverse logistics, and solution design. In support of DHL Group's roadmap to have climate-neutral logistics by 2030, and also customers' Scope 3 emissions reduction targets, DHL Supply Chain plans to double its EV fleet in Southeast Asia over the next five years. DHL Supply Chain is also committed to having carbon-neutral facilities for all new buildings. Today, 100 percent of DHL Supply Chain's facilities in Singapore and Malaysia have achieved carbon neutrality, showcasing its leadership in championing sustainability in the supply chain sector.
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DHL Express tops Great Place to Work Asia list for 2023
DHL Express, the world's leading international express service provider, has once again earned the top spot on the Best Workplaces in Asia™ list. This underscores DHL Express's commitment to building a positive, supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees to excel and thrive in. This year, 23 countries across Asia Pacific are conferred a Great Place to Work Certified™, an increase from 19 in 2022. "We are honored to be the best workplace in Asia. It attests to our "People First" approach to build a strong community of passionate employees, whose team spirit and shared values define DHL Express," said Ken Lee, CEO for Asia Pacific, DHL Express. "This is why we celebrate our people and recognize their hard work as we believe that motivated people can deliver exceptional service quality. This achievement speaks volume of our effort to build a strong people culture and we'll continue to maintain that." Developing and retaining talents through training programs DHL Express believes that employee development is important to talent retention and attraction. It regularly organizes training and upskilling programs for its employees to ensure they continue to hone their skills and harness their potential. The company's cultural change programs – Certified International Specialist (CIS )and Certified International Manager (CIM) – are more than a training program as they give every employee the skills and knowledge to become a specialist in international express delivery. The programs are instrumental in deepening the employee culture and getting them acquainted with the company values. In the last decade, more than 460,000 CIS and CIM trainings were carried out for employees across the region." Another example is the Shift Up a Gear program, which helps women at DHL Express progress into leadership positions. It is designed to increase the share of women in management by building the female talent pipeline. This is done by matching women to a management team member and providing them with coaching and mentoring. It is also an integral part of the DHL Group's diversity roadmap to improve gender balance in the organization. The Group aims to achieve at least 30 percent female executives in management by 2025. "Topping the Asia list is definitely not by chance but a result of everyone's diligence to make our workplace fair and inclusive. It is also the structured programs that we have in place to exchange honest feedback, recognize and celebrate our people, and regularly train and upskill them. We will continue to examine and improve our people practices to ensure we remain the preferred employer of choice for all. We will also invest in programs to nurture our talents and provide them with a fulfilling career journey," said Mateen Thiruselvaam, Senior Vice President for Human Resources - Asia Pacific, DHL Express. Fostering a sense of belonging for employees In addition to talent development, DHL Express is focused on celebrating its people and ensure they have a sense of belonging. Company initiatives, such as "Appreciation Week" recognize the hard work and effort of employees around the world while the "Employee of the Year" program celebrates selected employees for having demonstrated the company's core values of 'speed', 'passion', 'can do' and 'right first time'. Employees are connected by the Group's purpose of 'connecting people, improving lives', where they go above and beyond their job scope to make a positive contribution to the communities around them. This includes participating in corporate responsibility programs, such as DHL's Got Heart, Global Volunteering Day, and Go programs – GoGreen, GoHelp, GoTeach and GoTrade. Empowering people to shape their experience through Smart Connect At the heart of DHL Express's employee engagement success is the innovative Smart Connect platform. Not just a communication tool, Smart Connect is a digital ecosystem that empowers employees to access company news and resources, HR services, and exchange ideas and feedback anywhere, anytime. As employees from diverse backgrounds and locations can connect, collaborate, and recognize each other's good work, it has also contributed to high employee engagement since its launch in 2022. A journey of continuous improvement The annual Great Place to Work® list is considered as one of the most comprehensive benchmarks for assessing workplace culture, employee engagement and organizational trust. Additionally, DHL Group employees participates in the annual Employee Opinion Survey, which allows team members to anonymously provide valuable feedback on various aspects of the organization. These two survey results motivate the company to act upon the feedback and adapt the policies to improve employee welfare and development. With deeper employee engagement, the employees can deliver higher quality of service to customers.
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DHL Express officially opens Incheon Gateway after €131 million (KRW 175 billion) expansion
Seoul, September 5 2023: DHL Express, the world's leading international express service provider, has commenced the full-fledged operation of Incheon Gateway after it invested €131 million (KRW 175 billion) to expand the Gateway in 2019. The investment is DHL Express’s largest in South Korea to date, making Incheon Gateway the largest gateway in the Asia Pacific. The expansion aims to address the increasing air cargo demand at the Gateway, as a result of growing overseas trade in South Korea and increase in international express import and export with Asia-Pacific countries, including Singapore, Japan, China, Australia, and Taiwan. Sean Wall, Executive Vice President of Network Operations and Aviation, Asia Pacific, DHL Express, was present to commemorate the opening of the new Incheon Gateway. He said, "We are handling more cargo in South Korea in recent years, and we expect the demand to continue on its upward trajectory. Between 2011 and now, the transit cargo handling volume we handled in the country grew more than threefold. The opening of the expanded Incheon Gateway arrives at a right time as it plays an important role to facilitate regional and intra-Asia trade, particularly for the Northeast Asian region, including Dalian, Qingdao, Wuxi, Ulaanbaatar, and Guam." The enhanced Incheon Gateway now boasts a gross floor area of 59,248 square meters – thrice the size of the previous Gateway at 19,946 square meters. The handling capacity is also boosted by over 3.5 times to reach 28,400 pieces per hour. The Gateway houses a 5.5 kilometers-long conveyor belt and 19 automated X-ray inspection machines to ensure shipment contents are safe and compliant. Moreover, Incheon Gateway is a pivotal logistics facility, connecting global DHL hubs and gateways through seven dedicated DHL aircraft and 40 aircraft from partner airlines. This can address the ever-growing transit shipment demand in the Northeast Asian region. To process import and export shipments faster and more efficiently, the Incheon Gateway features a fully automated sorting and handling system. In particular, an automated document and small parcel sorter can efficiently process over 10,000 parcels an hour, significantly enhancing the handling speed and operations competency. As a result, more than 30 minutes of delivery time for imported goods is saved. To minimize greenhouse gas emissions, the facility is partly powered by solar energy. A 1-megawatt solar power generator is installed – spanning the entire rooftop area (5,700 square meters) of the Gateway. The solar generator can produce energy that covers roughly 30% of the facility’s consumed energy, thus reducing around 650 tons of carbon emissions annually. This marks the first instance among cargo terminals within Incheon International Airport to use solar energy. ByungKoo Han, Country Manager of DHL Express Korea, said, "The Incheon Gateway serves as a strategic facility that connects South Korea and the Asia Pacific region to the world. Since its initial opening in 2009, the handling volume of import and export at Incheon Gateway has increased by more than 90% in 2022. With this expansion, we are confident that we can adeptly manage the surge in shipment volume and cater to the increasing demand for international express delivery over the coming decade." South Korea is the world's sixth largest e-commerce market. The larger Incheon Gateway will also now better support Korean cross-border e-commerce companies to grow in overseas markets.
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GEODIS Hong Kong achieves CEIV Lithium Battery certification
GEODIS, a world leader in transport and logistics, has secured International Air Transport Association (IATA) Center of Excellence for Independent Validators Lithium Batteries (CEIV Li-batt) certification in Hong Kong, as part of its continuous efforts to provide the best-in-class service and be the valued growth partner of choice for their clients. This certification demonstrates GEODIS' commitment to safety, security and compliance, and positions it well to serve the growing demand of lithium batteries, which are increasingly being used in a wide variety of consumer goods, ranging from laptops, mobile phones to watches, vehicles and other devices. With its strategic location, Hong Kong is a critical hub for GEODIS and serves as a key gateway into Asia Pacific and Mainland China. Hong Kong's proximity and ease of cross-border transportation makes it an ideal hub enabling the logistics provider to meet its clients' requirement for flexibility, convenience, and speed for their global shipments in or out of China. In 2021, GEODIS Hong Kong was accredited as an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) by the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department. AEO status recognizes the application of excellent security and safety procedures within the supply chain industry. GEODIS in Hong Kong provides logistical support to businesses across key verticals such as High-Tech, Retail, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods and Industrial Goods. "GEODIS' strategy is built on business and operational excellence. With the IATA CEIV Lithium Battery certification, our customers can be assured that their lithium battery shipments will be handled with the utmost care and adhere to the highest industry and security standards," said Christopher Cahill, Sub-Regional Managing Director, North Asia, "This certification also demonstrates our unwavering commitment to health, safety and security. The rigorous assessment required by this certification gives us the opportunity to continually review and ensure a safe environment for our people and operations." The certification process included training for employees, on-site assessments of operations and validation of documentation to stringent standards.
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New Liebherr Ship-To-Shore (STS) container crane for PSA Penn Terminals
Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd. is pleased to announce the sale of one Ship-To-Shore (STS) container crane to PSA Penn Terminals in Philadelphia, USA. This crane is a repeat of a previous order for two STS cranes commissioned in 2018, The crane has an outreach of 48 m, a span of 18.288 m, a backreach of 15 m, and a safe working load (SWL) of 66 tonnes. The lift height over rail is 35 m. It is a high-performance crane ideally suited for the demands of modern container terminals. Killarney (Ireland), May 2023 – The STS crane is being sold by Liebherr USA Co., a mixed sales and service company for Liebherr Maritime Cranes, which offers local support and proximity to Liebherr customers. Liebherr has a strong track record for the supply of STS cranes to the USA, with over 20 cranes in recent years, demonstrating its commitment to this important market. As a European manufacturer, Liebherr offers high-quality cranes, with multiple security layers and data backup systems that meet the needs of its customers. Winston Ziegler, Liebherr’s Head of Sales – Maritime Cranes at Liebherr USA Co. said “Liebherr’s expertise in designing and manufacturing STS cranes is unmatched. With this in mind, we are proud to be a trusted supplier to PSA Penn Terminals. Our team in the US provides support through our local Liebherr USA service program, and we are confident that this new crane when it is delivered next year, will help PSA Penn Terminals to continue to meet the needs of its customers with security, efficiency, and reliability. Liebherr have been designing and manufacturing container cranes from our base in Ireland for over fifty years. We leverage the strength of our sister Liebherr companies to manufacture the drive control systems, electronics, and many of the mechanical components.” Speaking about security of operations, Declan O’Sullivan, General Manager Sales with Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd added, “We understand that security is a top concern for PSA Penn Terminals, and we take this responsibility very seriously. Our engineers work tirelessly to ensure that our cranes are productive, safe, reliable, and secure and we are confident that this new crane will meet the high standards required.” PSA Penn Terminals is one of the best-equipped, privately owned multipurpose marine terminals on the US East Coast. "Having built a reputation as a reliable supplier of container cranes, Liebherr has proven their performance and reliability through the STS cranes we have previously procured from them. As such, we are confident that this new crane will be adequate in meeting our requirements and will help us continue providing exceptional service to our clients." said John Brennan, President, and CEO of PSA Penn Terminals. Mr Brennan continued, "We are pleased to collaborate once more with Liebherr Container Cranes and to have procured another one of their STS cranes for our terminal. This repeat order stands as proof of their product's quality and the robustness of our partnership. Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd, Liebherr US Co. and Liebherr Maritime Cranes are part of the family owned Liebherr group of companies.
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DHL takes green logistics to the next level with Formula 1 launching a first truck fleet powered by biofuel to reduce carbon footprint
DHL and Formula 1® are taking sustainable logistics to new heights within their partnership for the last years with a new initiative this season. DHL is introducing its first truck fleet running on biofuel, deploying 18 new trucks this season to support Formula 1® in its goal of becoming Net Zero by 2030. The new trucks, capable of running on HVO100 drop-in fuel (hydrotreated vegetable oil[1]), will be delivering at all European Formula 1 races in 2023. By doing so, each truck can reduce carbon emissions of minimum 60%[2] when compared to standard fuels, with great potential for higher savings. “Our partnership with Formula 1 also showcases our shared dedication to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. We consistently strive to make logistics more sustainable, and we are excited to introduce the inaugural fleet of trucks, running on a sustainable fuel this year,” says Arjan Sissing, Head of Global Brand Marketing at Deutsche Post DHL Group. “As an industry leader in green logistics, the 18 trucks further contribute to a lower emission DHL fleet, where we show to our fans and customers that it is possible to bring the excitement of Formula 1 races around the world in a sustainable way.” The new trucks reduce carbon emissions while maintaining the same level of performance in terms of load capacity and travel distance as their diesel counterparts. Also, the handling of biofuel is safer than bunkering diesel from an environmental and security perspective. Paul Fowler, Head of DHL Motorsports Logistics adds: “Each truck can therefore transport up to 40 tons and travel up to 3,500 kilometers per 1,000 liter tank. For the European F1 leg the trucks run entirely on HVO100, which is a second-generation biofuel, meeting the standard EN15940 for paraffin fuels, as well as a drop-in fuel.” By using HVO100, Deutsche Post DHL Group adheres to the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive. Due to their significant sustainability impact, DHL and Formula 1 are planning to expand the use of these sustainably powered trucks in the coming years, as part of their ongoing efforts to minimize their environmental footprint. “We are a sport which operates on a global scale and DHL plays a critical role in delivering the races and helping us address the logistical impact we have as a World Championship,” says Ellen Jones, Head of ESG at Formula 1®. “Together we are continually looking for more sustainable solutions, and through innovations such as the biofueled trucks we’re able to take the next step forward in reducing our carbon emissions and achieving our sustainability goal of being Net Zero by 2030. It is wonderful to see partners like DHL share the same drive and commitment to creating a more sustainable Formula 1.” Creating a more environmentally sustainable future has been a key part of the partnership and DHL and F1® have actively taken steps to reduce their carbon footprint. This includes testing more advanced technologies for the future, leveraging multimodal transport solutions, including overland and ocean freight, and using more Boeing 777 aircrafts, which reduce carbon emissions by 18% compared to traditional aircraft, the 747. DHL also equips its trucks with GPS to monitor fuel consumption and optimize routes. This season, the DHL motorsport team will cover around 150,000km, transporting up to 1,400 tons of freight per race. In addition to the race cars, tires, spare parts, and fuel, broadcasting and hospitality equipment are also transported to the desired destination. DHL also provides comprehensive track and trace of the cargo while in transit, as well as custom brokerage, pickup, and customs clearance services. As part of Deutsche Post DHL Group's Sustainability Roadmap to accelerate sustainable business by 2030, the company is investing €7 billion in clean logistics operations to reduce emissions. The funds will focus on sustainable aviation fuels, road fleet electrification, and climate-neutral building design. The introduction of sustainable fuels on long haul road transport is also included in this investment plan. ### [1] HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) is a renewable fuel made of vegetable oils, used cooking oils, residues, and animal fat. [2] The number depends on the origin of feedstock used during production, measured over a well-to-wheel cycle, according to Total Energies.
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Shipping losses hit a record low in 2022, but jump in fires, shadow tanker fleet and economic uncertainty pose new safety challenges
Shipping transports around 90% of world trade onboard different vessels so maritime safety is critical. Improvements have been significant over the past decade, culminating in the sector reporting a record low number of large ships lost over the past year. However, a combination of factors impacting fire risk, ongoing and new threats posed by the ripple effects of the Ukraine conflict, decarbonization challenges, economic uncertainty, as well as the rising cost of marine claims, means the sector still has plenty of obstacles to navigate over the next 12 months and beyond, according to insurer Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE's (AGCS) Safety & Shipping Review 2023. "Shipping losses have sunk to the lowest number we have seen in the 12-year history of our annual study reflecting the positive impact safety programs, trainings, changes in ship design and regulation have had over time," says Captain Rahul Khanna, Global Head of Marine Risk Consulting at AGCS. "While these results are gratifying, several clouds appear on the horizon. More than a year after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the growth of the shadow oil tanker fleet is the latest consequence to challenge shipowners, their crew and insurers. Fire safety and the problem of mis-declaration of hazardous cargo must be fixed if the industry is to benefit from the efficiency of ever- larger vessels. Inflation is pushing up the cost of hull, machinery and cargo claims. Meanwhile, although the industry's decarbonization efforts are progressing, this remains by far the sector's biggest challenge. Economic pressures could put vital investments in companies' strategies, as well as in other safety initiatives, in jeopardy." Every year AGCS analyzes reported shipping losses and casualties (incidents) involving ships over 100 gross tons. During 2022, 38 total losses of vessels were reported globally, compared with 59 a year earlier. This represents a 65% decline in annual losses over 10 years (109 in 2013). Thirty years ago, the global fleet was losing 200+ vessels a year. According to the report, there have been more than 800 total losses over the past decade (807). South China, Indochina, Indonesia, and the Philippines maritime region is the global loss hotspot, both over the past year and decade (204 total losses). It accounted for one-in-five losses in 2022 (10) driven by factors including high levels of trade, congested ports, older fleets and extreme weather. The Arabian Gulf, British Isles and West Mediterranean waters were the second top loss locations (3). Around a quarter of vessels lost in 2022 were cargo (10). Foundered (sunk/submerged) was the main cause of total loss across all vessel types (20), accounting for over 50%. Fire/explosion ranked as the second top cause of loss (8). Vessel collision third (4). While total losses declined over the past year, the number of shipping casualties or incidents reported remained consistent (3,032 in 2022 compared to 3,000 in 2021). The British Isles saw the highest number (679). Machinery damage or failure accounted for close to half of all incidents globally (1,478). There were over 200 fires reported during 2022 (209) – the highest number for a decade, making this the third top cause of incidents globally, up 17% year-on-year. Hull and cargo fire risks continue to concern Several factors are increasing the risk of fires at sea and on land. Decarbonization is leading to new types of cargo being transported on vessels, such as electric vehicles (EVs) and battery-powered goods. Potentially highly flammable lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries pose a growing risk for container shipping and car carriers. This battery market is expected to grow by over 30% annually over the next decade. One of the main hazards of Li-ion batteries is 'thermal runaway', a rapid self-heating fire that can cause an explosion. The main causes of Li-ion fires are substandard manufacturing or damaged battery cells or devices, over-charging and short-circuiting. Fires in EVs with Li-ion batteries are difficult to extinguish and capable of spontaneously reigniting. "Most ships lack the suitable protection, detection and firefighting capabilities to tackle such fires at sea," says Khanna. "Attention must focus both on pre-emptive measures and emergency plans to help mitigate this peril such as adequate crew training and access to appropriate firefighting equipment or improving early detection systems. Purpose-built vessels for transporting EVs would be advantageous." At the same time, hazardous cargos are increasingly transported by increasingly larger vessels. Container carrying capacity has doubled in the last 20 years. The 10 largest container operators have more than 400 new vessels on order and the majority will be larger than the ships they replace. The increase in the number of large vessels may be one of the factors behind high levels of shipping incidents in South East Asia, with the region being something of a hot spot in recent years for marine insurance claims and total losses. "We have seen a number of grounding and collision incidents involving large vessels in both the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. The waters around Singapore can be congested and the shipping lanes narrow. A small mistake by a large vessel can easily result in a grounding or collision," says Captain Nitin Chopra, Senior Marine Risk Consultant at AGCS. Furthermore, the impact of fires is amplified, potentially resulting in more severe losses. Fire is already one of the most frequent causes of total losses across all vessel types with 64 ships lost in the past five years alone. Meanwhile, AGCS analysis of close to 250,000 marine insurance industry claims shows that fire was also the most expensive cause of loss, accounting for 18% of the value of all claims analyzed. Industry reporting systems attribute around 25% of serious incidents onboard container ships to mis-declared dangerous goods, such as chemicals, batteries, and charcoal, although many believe this number to be higher. "Failure to properly declare, document and pack hazardous cargo can contribute to blazes or hamper firefighting efforts," Khanna explains. "Labeling a cargo as dangerous is more expensive. Therefore, some companies try to circumvent this by labeling fireworks as toys or Li-ion batteries as computer parts, for example." Several large container shipping companies have turned to technology to address this issue using cargo screening software to detect suspicious bookings and cargo details, while large container operators are imposing penalties. "Unified requirements and penalties for mis-declared hazardous cargo would be welcomed," says Khanna. Ukraine and oil sanctions: growth of shadow tanker fleet latest safety concern More than a year after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the ripple effects for shipping continue to be felt. The threat of collateral damage on civilian shipping in or around the war risk area remains high and could stem from floating mines for example. Oil sanctions have also resulted in Russia and its allies creating a shadow tanker fleet to transport and sell its oil. Estimates of its size vary – as many as 600 vessels. "The shadow fleet is more likely to be made up of older ships, operating under flags of convenience with lower maintenance standards," explains Justus Heinrich, Global Product Leader Marine Hull at AGCS. "The increase in their number is a worrying development, threatening the world fleet and the environment. A major incident can cause loss of life as well as uninsured damage or pollution." In May 2023 an uninsured, unladen 1997-built tanker, Pablo, exploded in Southeast Asia, reportedly killing crew and washing oil up on nearby shores. "As this incident shows, there are a number of worrying scenarios, such as a collision with an uninsured shadow fleet vessel that causes major environmental damage," says Chopra. Decarbonization the sector's biggest challenge Shipping contributes around 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually and is committed to tough targets to cut these. The pace and progress of its efforts are influenced by technological developments, adoption of energy-efficient fuels, regulation and market forces. Shipping companies and cargo operators are already switching to vessels powered by liquefied natural gas and are using and trialing alternative fuels such as biofuels, methanol, ammonia and hydrogen, as well as solar and battery-powered all-electric vessels, wind-assisted propulsion systems, more efficient propellers and bulbous bow designs. While electric and autonomous vessel development has so far focused on smaller coastal vessels, the technology could be deployed in larger ocean-going vessels. Last year, a subsidiary of South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai completed the world's first ocean crossing by a large autonomous ship. The LNG carrier, Prism Courage, sailed 10,800 nautical miles from Texas to South Korea in 33 days, of which half was navigated autonomously. "Coastal trade has provided a good testing ground for this technology, and from an insurance perspective, we would like to see continued testing with smaller coastal vessels, learning and refining systems over time, before moving on to scaled-up ocean transit operations," says Chopra. With no crew on board, autonomous technology raises questions around emergency response, Chopra adds. "If there was a cargo or engine fire, collision or grounding, any event, small or large, would be amplified and potentially turn into a total loss." Transitioning away from carbon-based shipping will involve a demanding period of change and significant investment of about $1.4trn. A mix of fuels is likely to exist for the next five to 10 years, posing challenges for shipowners, operators and ports. From a loss perspective the industry has not yet seen any major claims from alternative technologies or fuels. However, as these are introduced at scale, more issues may surface. "Collaboration is key and regular exchanges of information and data between companies and insurers from testing and experiences will be important in helping to reduce transition risks," says Heinrich. Economic pressures back on the radar Following the post-pandemic boom in container shipping, economic and geopolitical uncertainty and falling demand have hit freight rates. The cost of shipping a container between Asia and the United States or Europe in April 2023 was more than 80% lower than a year earlier. "The question is whether this decline, together with the prospect of an economic downturn, will impact maintenance and risk management budgets. Prior downturns have impacted these, leading to losses and an uptick in machinery damage incidents.," says Heinrich. Factors impacting the cost of claims Increased commodity prices, higher labor costs and supply chain disruption have had a significant impact on marine insurance claims, in particular hull and machinery. "The price of steel, a key cost driver in hull claims, increased sharply post-pandemic, as did spare parts. A typical propeller or machinery claim now costs around two times more than pre-pandemic," explains Régis Broudin, Global Head of Marine Claims at AGCS. "Shortages and delays in obtaining replacement parts have also led to longer stays in repair yards while labor shortages have also increased costs. This comes on top of the increased expense of dealing with large vessels, which face higher costs for repairs, salvage and towing." The post-pandemic boom in container shipping has also impacted. Cargo values have risen with the increase in the price of goods and raw materials. "Even companies with the best risk management will see the impact of inflation on claims," concludes Broudin. Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) is a leading global corporate insurance carrier and a key business unit of Allianz Group. We provide risk consultancy, Property-Casualty insurance solutions and alternative risk transfer for a wide spectrum of commercial, corporate and specialty risks across nine dedicated lines of business and six regional hubs. Our customers are as diverse as business can be, ranging from Fortune Global 500 companies to small businesses. Among them are not only the world's largest consumer brands, financial institutions, tech companies and the global aviation and shipping industry, but also floating wind parks or Hollywood film productions. They all look to AGCS for smart solutions to, and global programs for, their largest and most complex risks in a dynamic, multinational business environment and trust us to deliver an outstanding claims experience. Worldwide, AGCS operates with its own teams in more than 30 countries and through the Allianz Group network and partners in over 200 countries and territories, employing more than 4,200 people. As one of the largest Property-Casualty units of Allianz Group, we are backed by strong and stable financial ratings. In 2022, AGCS generated a total of €11.2 billion gross premium globally. For more information please visit our website www.agcs.allianz.com
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DHL Global Forwarding announces leadership change in Asia Pacific
DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group, announces a change in its Asia Pacific management as Kelvin Leung, CEO, DHL Global Forwarding, Asia Pacific, retires from the Group after more than two decades of valued contribution. His successor, Niki Frank, currently CEO, DHL Global Forwarding South Asia, will assume his new role as CEO of DHL Global Forwarding for the Asia Pacific region, effective July 1, 2023. Kelvin has had a long and illustrious career in the logistics industry, having joined Danzas AEI in 2002 and assuming various leadership roles in DHL Global Forwarding in the region before he took on the position of CEO, DHL Global Forwarding North Asia Pacific in 2008. In 2011, Kelvin's leadership responsibilities expanded with his appointment as CEO of Asia Pacific. In this role, he achieved record revenue and tremendous market share growth. He was instrumental in transforming the region by improving freight forwarding solutions, making DHL Global Forwarding a pioneer of rail solutions between Asia and Europe, and growing the Intra-Asia business substantially. "I wish to express my sincere thanks to Kelvin for his strong commitment, outstanding contributions to the business, and the results achieved over the past years. We wish him all the best for his well-deserved retirement," said Tim Scharwath, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding, Freight. "Congratulations to Niki on his new role, and I wish him great success in his new position. Niki's extensive experience, strategic acumen, and proven track record in driving performance make him the ideal choice to lead the Asia Pacific region." "I am grateful for the trust placed in me and am looking forward to this new challenge. Kelvin has built a solid foundation and a stellar regional team over the last 12 years. I am fully committed to driving our digitalization and sustainability agenda while fostering an inclusive and respectful culture that makes us a great workplace for all. Together with our dedicated teams, I am confident that we will further strengthen our position as a market leader, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and contribute to a more sustainable future," said Niki Frank, designated CEO, DHL Global Forwarding Asia Pacific. Niki Frank brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role as CEO, DHL Global Forwarding Asia Pacific. He began his career at DPDHL Group in 2012, joining as Vice President of Corporate Strategy. Throughout his career at DHL Global Forwarding, Niki has held various leadership positions, significantly contributing to the company's growth and success. He played a major role in the company's turnaround program and helped shape the "Simplify" Strategy. In 2019, he assumed the role of CEO, India before taking on additional responsibilities for the newly created subregion of South Asia in 2021. In recent years he has successfully driven performance along all three bottom lines to record levels and positioned India as a major profit contributor in the DHL Global Forwarding network. In addition, he managed to create substantial synergies across the countries of his subregion, strategically preparing them for future growth.
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DHL Global Forwarding expands its green footprint with the deployment of four electric vehicles in Shanghai
DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group, has expanded its electric vehicles fleet with two new electric trucks and two electric tractors at its facility in Shanghai. The four vehicles will operate for a total monthly mileage of more than 20,000 km, which is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than 300 tons per year. This is part of the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and providing sustainable logistics solutions. Steve Huang, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding China, said, "The climate crisis is top of mind today. We can no longer neglect the impact of our business operations on the environment. The transportation sector emits about 30 percent of CO2 generated by truck traffic. However, new technology and the development of sustainable fuels are providing us with more options to reduce and eliminate emissions. Deploying electric vehicles is an important step in expanding our green footprint." The successful deployment of the electric vehicles is made possible by the strong support from Worldex Logistics and Reach-Wing Logistics, DHL's strategic partners in China responding to last-mile pickup and delivery, sharing the vision of making logistics and transportation greener. The DPDHL Group will invest Euro 7 billion until 2030 in clean operations to reduce our emissions to under 29 million tons by 2030 as part of the Science Based Targets Initiative. That includes increasing the usage of sustainable fuels in both air and ocean freight for our shipments, and electrifying 60% of last-mile delivery vehicles.
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Over 16,000 customers enabled to tackle uncertainties in logistics through DHL Global Forwarding’s digital platform myDHLi
At the third myDHLi Digital Summit, DHL Global Forwarding presented its upgraded state-of-the-art digital customer portal and how it helps customers enhance their logistics' performance, resilience, and sustainability, even in uncertain times. Broadcasted live from the transport logistic trade fair in Munich, Deutsche Post DHL Group's leading international freight specialist introduced new features and updates to the myDHLi portal, making it even more convenient and efficient. Since its launch in 2020, the number of customers managing their logistics and transportation needs with myDHLi grew to over 16,000. "We are living in uncertain times, where our customers are facing different challenges in their transportation needs. Our role as a logistics provider is to manage these uncertainties and complexities and help our customers to maximize their performance, resilience, and sustainability in logistics. Our logistics and digital expertise are bundled in myDHLi and help over 16,000 customers navigate also through uncertain times," says Tim Scharwath, CEO DHL Global Forwarding, Freight. myDHLi boosting performance and productivity The developer team consequently incorporates user feedback and explores ways to boost the performance and productivity of customers even further. Designed as a one-stop-shop solution, myDHLi meets the customer's transport and logistics needs on a single digital platform. The central Follow+Share functionality simplifies alignment processes and avoids time-consuming communications flows on the sidelines. Therefore, shipment notifications are now not only configurable, but also can be received as a daily digest. This feature provides a summary of individually selectable events that are most important to the user – such as shipment or customs status and irregularities. In addition, the new myDHLi book service allows customers with contracted rates to directly submit a booking via the myDHLi portal. Without additional emails, phone calls or API integrations, a booking can be completed in six simple steps. Booking a shipment goes hand in hand with the corresponding documents. For this reason, the functionalities of myDHLi Documents were expanded. Documents can now not only be attached to a booking, but also uploaded at any time via the recently launched upload feature. This ensures that documents are always attached to the correct shipment and can be found easily and quickly. To further improve performance, the popular myDHLi Reports service has also been enhanced. Originally only containing operational data, it was expanded in 2022 to include Green data that allows to review the sustainability performance. From now on, invoice level data completes myDHLi Reports and financial data can be seamlessly combined with operational and sustainability data in fully customizable, schedulable and sharable reports. This opens up a whole new dimension of reporting against performance indicators at operational, financial and sustainability levels. myDHLi building resilience A prerequisite for resilience is visibility and transparency. myDHLi provides visibility and transparency across three dimensions – environmental impact, costs and lead times. In combination with last year's launched Smart ETA myDHLi is a great example of shipment visibility. Ocean Freight arrival times are predicted up to 48 percent better than the information provided by the carriers. Often however, it's not just the visibility of a single shipment that matters, but that of the entire supply chain. For this reason, myDHLi is now presenting a new order visibility option, which provides an overview of orders and order lines. Customers will soon gain a new level of transparency, from the overall order (PO) to the individual order lines (SKU), with a seamless link into the related shipment. In case of disruptions, immediate action can be taken, for instance by shifting the transport mode from Ocean Freight to Air Freight using the Quote + Book functionality of myDHLi. myDHLi improving sustainability Sustainability has been an integral part of myDHLi since the myDHLi Digital Summit last year. Customers can easily book the GoGreen Plus service via Quote + Book and reduce the carbon emissions of their shipments with the help of sustainable fuels. To better compare and analyze sustainability efforts, myDHLi Reports now offers an even greater level of detail. Users can uniquely combine operational data with green data including carbon footprint, but also other pollutants such as Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) and Sulfur Oxides (SOx). Together with the GoGreen Dashboard in myDHLi Analytics customers have comprehensive carbon intelligence at their fingertips, allowing them to see their total footprint, efficiency by mode and even individual to trade lanes. This creates effective transparency around carbon efficiency and informed starting points to drive further individual sustainability agendas. You can find the press release for download as well as further information on dpdhl.com/pressreleases
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DHL Global Forwarding expands its dedicated CFS space in Bangladesh to meet global garment export needs
DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group, invested over 2 million EUR to expand its dedicated Container Freight Station (CFS) space in Bangladesh to cater to the nation's ever-growing readymade garments (RMG) industry. CFSs are a scarcity in Bangladesh, with less than 20 CFSs countrywide. These facilities help pick up goods from multiple suppliers and consolidate them into a single container before shipping to its destination. Bangladesh's exports for FY2022 hit a record high of 52 billion USD for the first time in history as its exports continue to enjoy steady growth due to its strong RMG sector, with a 34.3% increase in export earnings compared to FY2021. The RMG Industry plays a substantial role in the country's exports, accounting for more than 80% of all exports. The leading markets for RMG include the USA, Germany, UK, Spain and France. "The expansion of the DHL Global Forwarding dedicated CFS facilities will aid the growing demand for Bangladesh's readymade garments worldwide. With its exports reaching a whopping 42.6 billion USD, Bangladesh's readymade garments industry has grown significantly due to its strong manufacturing capabilities and competitive labor costs. Improved security, storage and sorting processes at these CFS facilities enable us to deliver high service quality to our customers while ensuring that it complies with EU/US quality standards. By operating from these facilities, we can further strengthen our environmental, social and governance foundation which is an integral part of our corporate sustainability agenda," said Fabian Rybka, Cluster Head Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan, DHL Global Forwarding. "With Bangladesh being the second-largest readymade garments exporter in the world, businesses must ensure that they employ the right supply chain solutions to ensure that their exports can reach consumers in a cost efficient and timely manner. These facilities will support the growth of less than container load shipments especially from the rising demand of e-commerce," added Feroz Jahangir, COO & Head of Value Added Services, DHL Global Forwarding Bangladesh. The DHL Global Forwarding dedicated CFS are located in Chittagong, a port city that houses the largest seaport in Bangladesh, Chittagong Port. This port is Bangladesh's principal seaport and handles more than 92% of Bangladesh's import-export trade. The expansion to 70,000 square foot facility's strategic location will allow for quicker access to the port, where goods can be promptly shipped out on ocean freight. The dedicated facilities also boast green operations to reduce carbon emissions. In line with our green operations, customers can opt for sustainable marine fuel for both full container load (FCL) and less-than-container load (LCL) shipments under the GoGreen Plus solution, to reduce the carbon emissions of ocean freight shipments. This new CFS facility also has green features such as electric forklifts for a healthy working environment for employees, and ongoing discussions to install solar panels at the facility to help sustain day-to-day operations and further reduce carbon emissions in the long run.
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GEODIS strengthens its capabilities for air freight temperature-controlled pharmaceutical shipments across AP and ME
Leading global logistics operator GEODIS has announced that it has strengthened its air freight temperature-controlled pharma shipments capabilities in Asia Pacific and Middle East (APAC&ME) with the Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) certification. The certification covers multiple locations in China (PVG), Indonesia (CGK), India (DEL & BOM), South Korea (ICN), Thailand (BKK), United Arab Emirates (DXB) and Singapore (SIN). This certification supports GEODIS' strategic goals of establishing Pharma Healthcare as a key organizational vertical and expanding its global network by accrediting sites in numerous countries throughout the APAC region. According to Onno Boots, Regional President and CEO of GEODIS for APAC and Middle East, "With the CEIV Pharma accreditation, we can ensure our customers of our competence and commitment to handle pharmaceutical temperature-sensitive products with the utmost care and attention. Pharmaceutical businesses need to find logistics solutions that are dependable and effective, and GEODIS is in a perfect position to offer them the best services in the area." This series of certifications is a reflection of the tremendous investment GEODIS has made in guaranteeing the highest levels of quality and compliance in its Pharma Healthcare capabilities. "Without a doubt, we are responding to the healthcare industry's demand for options in the selection of global supply chain partners and we look forward to establishing GEODIS as a key service provider for pharma and healthcare companies, particularly in Asia Pacific and Middle East where we see the key hubs of production and distribution", adds Boots. The CEIV Pharma certification for GEODIS further demonstrates its dedication to offering customers supply chain transparency and visibility. GEODIS can provide customers with shipment location and temperature data using GPS data loggers controlled by a control tower, enabling more openness and visibility. In addition, the capabilities of GEODIS in customs brokerage and contract logistics are of particular interest to the decision-makers in Pharma Healthcare in this region. The best illustration of GEODIS' capabilities for contract logistics is in Singapore, where GEODIS has GDP, GMP, and ISO13485 in its warehouses. GEODIS is well-positioned to manage the trade compliance needs of the healthcare companies as they expand their operations into new markets.
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DHL Supply Chain and Nespresso in Australian partnership
DHL Supply Chain, the world's leading contract logistics provider, is extending its strategic partnership with Nestlé Nespresso S.A, the company announced today. DHL will now provide logistics and fulfilment services in Brisbane and Sydney, Australia. This builds on the existing partnerships in Italy, Brazil, Malaysia, Taiwan, UK and Ireland, with some dating back to 2014. "We're so pleased to be extending our relationship to cover Australia for the first time," said Steve Thompsett, CEO of DHL Supply Chain Australia & New Zealand. "This marks the beginning of a great partnership here in Australia and expands on the tremendous global partnership. The two facilities here will be a mix of manual and automation operations, featuring a pick-to-light system." Projected to handle over 1 million orders in year one, the Australian operation will be based in omnichannel facilities in Brisbane and Sydney. In all markets, DHL Supply Chain manage key aspects of the supply chain, including storage, warehousing, and picking and packing of individual orders. "We're thrilled to partner with DHL Supply Chain with the opening of our new Sydney site to enable faster and more efficient order preparation, improving the delivery experience for our customers," said Jean-Marc Dragoli, Managing Director, Nespresso Oceania. "Our new Brisbane site is also another important step for Nespresso in reducing our emissions locally as it minimizes the need for airfreight from Sydney and Melbourne to Brisbane." The flexibility and capacity to scale up the operation is a key driver for Nespresso's decision to partner with DHL Supply Chain in Australia. To meet the brand's growth in a key market, the Brisbane warehouse was strategically chosen to bring speed-to-market efficiencies and contribute to the brand's sustainability goals. The new Queensland location reduces the carbon footprint by shipping directly from the Brisbane port to the distribution centre nearby.
