DHL launches new offering for electric vehicle logistics

DHL continues to strengthen its portfolio in electric vehicle (EV) logistics and commitment to decarbonisation with the launch of DHL EV TV, an initiative designed to help its customers prepare for change in automotive logistics.

As business and public demand for information about EVs increase, DHL is responding with the launch of the initiative, which will comprise of 12 main programs supported by webinars and podcasts on battery logistics.

The material will be made available on a newly established DHL EV TV hub, including a range of social media channels.

By sharing insights and research, the DHL Team EV will help prepare for the quantum change in production and transportation that new technology will bring.

“The auto-mobility industry is undergoing drastic changes,” said Fathi Tlatli, President Global Auto-Mobility, DHL Customer Solutions & Innovation.

“With increasing demand for electric vehicles, as well as the convergence between engineering and modern technology, logistics companies must also adapt their offerings,” Tlatli said .

With the EV TV program, he explained that they will be able give customers a better understanding of the industry and their solutions.

“We are not just a service provider, but a reliable partner with strong expertise that address the logistics challenges of today and tomorrow – and offers innovative solutions along the entire supply chain,” he said.

According to DHL, its EV team is a reliable partner for both automotive manufacturers and their suppliers.

The new offering ranges from implementation of processes to ensure accuracy and speed of clearance, including an integrated transport solution providing compliant coverage across several countries to return/replacement programs for batteries including dealer support to reduce complexity within the supply chain.

It for example takes care of end-customer support and might act as single point of contact for all Aftermarket battery flows and helps enhancing the efficiency of battery inventory management.

Customers also do not necessarily need to invest in own infrastructure, with access to DHL’s worldwide network.

With the expected growth in electric mobility, the market for EV batteries is supposed to increase significantly in the future. According to data from Frost & Sullivan, by 2025, electric vehicles will account for 16 percent of car sales worldwide.

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This will not only change the supply chain of OEM producing battery cells and battery packs but will also affect key aspects in after-market service, particularly in providing a second life to batteries after their first use.

The DHL EV TV initiative is part of DHL’s commitment to strengthen its portfolio dedicated to electric vehicle logistics and in line with the Group’s goals to decarbonise company-wide operations.

To this end, DHL will invest EUR 7 billion in climate-neutral logistics by 2030 as part of its Sustainability Roadmap.