CHANGE IN LEADERSHIP
Miriam Gagna, the company's current CFO, has been appointed the new CEO of DHL Express for Spain and Portugal. Gagna succeeds Miguel Borrás, who is retiring after 12 years in the role, with the aim of driving growth and operational excellence for the company in the Iberian market.
A strategic change to consolidate leadership in express transport
DHL Express, the leading international express shipping division of Grupo DHL, has announced a key appointment in its senior management team for the Iberian market. As of July 1, 2026, Miriam Gagna assumes the role of CEO for España y Portugal. Gagna, who until now held the position of CFO and was a member of the Management Committee, takes over from Miguel Borrás, a historic figure in the company who is retiring after almost four decades of service.
The appointment of Gagna This comes at a crucial time for global trade, and his mandate will focus on continuing the legacy of his predecessor. His main objectives are to drive sustainable business growthto strengthen operational excellence and consolidate the position of DHL Express as a benchmark in international transport, a fundamental pillar of its value proposition for exporting and importing companies.
"Leading a company like DHL Express At such a crucial time for international trade, this presents a very exciting challenge. My main objective is to continue supporting and guiding our clients so they can reach new markets with the confidence of a job well done and with the high level of quality and service that characterizes us.he emphasized Miriam Gagna, new CEO of DHL Express IberiaIn his initial statements, he emphasized the importance of human capital: "All of this, relying fully on the talent and commitment of our teams, the true driving force behind our success and key to continuing to grow and offer the best service to our clients.".
The legacy of Miguel Borrás and the gratitude of a veteran
This change in management marks the end of a prominent professional chapter for Miguel Borráswho has led the Spanish subsidiary for the past 12 years. Under his leadership, the company has experienced remarkable growth and market positioning, building a solid foundation based on service quality, customer focus, and a strong corporate culture. His career with the company spans nearly four decades.
"After 40 years in DHL Express, 12 of them at the head of the company in EspañaI can only feel pride and gratitude. It has been a privilege to be part of the evolution of the business and, above all, to work alongside an exceptional team, whose commitment, professionalism, and passion have been key to achieving what we are today., has pointed out Miguel Borrás. "I close this chapter with satisfaction for the journey so far and with full confidence in the future of the company, which is in excellent hands under the leadership of Miriam Gagna»He said.
An international career focused on transformation and people
Miriam Gagna She brings over 30 years of solid international experience in senior management positions. She holds a degree in Business Administration and Accounting from the Universidad de Buenos Aires and with an MBA from Universidad AustralHis career has been marked by a focus on financial management, digital transformation, and a close yet demanding leadership style. Prior to his role as CFO at DHL Express Iberia Since June 2023, he has successfully led the company's financial management in Reino Unido e Irlanda.
His professional career began in the Banco Santander en Argentina, before forging a long career in the freight forwarding industry UTI Worldwidewhere he held positions of increasing responsibility that provided him with a global perspective of the logistics business. His leadership style, based on trust and collaboration, seeks to empower internal talent to achieve results and prepare the organization for future challenges in the sector.
| Position Held | Company / Division | Period / Region |
|---|---|---|
| CEO Iberia | DHL Express | From July 2026 |
| CFO Iberia | DHL Express | June 2023 – June 2026 |
| CFO | DHL Global Forwarding | Reino Unido e Irlanda |
| CFO Iberia | DHL Global Forwarding | Since 2016 |
| VP Operations and Sales | UTI Worldwide | Latinoamérica y Europa |
Key points and frequently asked questions about the new leadership at DHL Express Iberia
What impact will this appointment have on Spanish exporting companies?
For Spanish companies with international operations, this change in management DHL Express This is a sign of continuity in service qualitycombined with a new impetus in the Digital transformation and data-driven managementThe approach of Miriam Gagna Agility and operational efficiency can translate into improvements in supply chain visibility and performance, a critical factor for competitiveness in foreign markets.
What are the main challenges the new CEO will face?
The new CEO will have to navigate a complex geopolitical and economic environment that directly impacts global supply chains. Her main challenges will be maintaining the high standards of quality and service that characterize [the company/organization]. DHL Expressto accelerate the adoption of technologies to optimize operations and continue advancing the sustainability goals of Grupo DHL, which aims for logistics with net zero emissions by 2050.
What differentiates Miriam Gagna's profile from that of her predecessor?
While Miguel Borrás It represents the consolidation and building of a solid foundation over more than a decade, Miriam Gagna It provides a profile with a deep international financial experience and a clear focus on process transformationHis career demonstrates a specialization in leading teams towards greater agility, efficiency and data-driven decision-making, key competencies for the future of the logistics sector.




