DHL allocates more than €500 million to boost international trade in Middle Eastern markets.

 

DHL's investment covers its four main divisions: DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding, DHL Supply Chain and DHL eCommerce. The objective is Improve infrastructure, expand international transportation networks, and increase service capacities so that companies in the region can capitalize on foreign trade opportunities. The company's divisions offer a wide range of services, from express delivery and multimodal transport to warehousing, distribution, and customs brokerage, with specialized operations in key sectors such as Life Sciences, Medical-Pharmaceutical, eCommerce and Battery Logistics.

 

John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express, highlighted the importance of the region: “The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is rapidly emerging as a global logistics and innovation hub. Our investment reflects the region's growing strategic importance as a hub between Asia, Europe, and Africa, as well as our commitment to transforming it into a catalyst for regional and global trade.”Pearson also noted the dynamic growth and export potential of the e-commerce sector in the region, which is generating opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

 

 

The Middle East is consolidating its position as a vital commercial hub, facilitating the flow of goods between Asia, Europe and the United States, and serving as a gateway to Africa.

 

 

The region attracts foreign direct investment and at the same time sees its own companies grow, increasing their exports. DHL's services, its local and global experience, and the flexibility of its network and technological platforms, contribute to the supply chain resilience in a context of global volatility and uncertainty.

 

Hendrik Venter, CEO of DHL Supply Chain for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, he claimed: “DHL Supply Chain has been actively expanding in Saudi Arabia and the UAE in recent years, recognizing the positive economic development, the growing maturity and sophistication of supply chain operations in the region, and the rising demand for specialized, outsourced logistics support.”.

 

For its part, Amadou Diallo, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding, Middle East and Africa, stressed his confidence in the growth of the area: "This investment underscores our confidence in the Middle East's economic trajectory and our continued commitment to being at the forefront of digital capabilities and sustainable transportation for our customers."He also emphasized the role of DHL in strengthen supply chain resilience of its customers.

 

DHL identifies significant opportunities in the energy sector (oil, gas, renewables and electrification), as well as in the markets of Life Sciences and Health, And in the growing e-commerce landscape, especially the B2C segment of high-end products in Saudi Arabia.

 

DHL's specific investments will focus on:

 

• DHL Express: Investments in distribution centers and gateways, and improved air capacity to optimize efficiency and speed of delivery.
• DHL Global Forwarding: Expanding its presence, investing in fleets (including electric trucks), and joint initiatives such as the partnership with Etihad Rail.
• DHL Supply Chain: Expanding its logistics offering in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, increasing storage capacity and adopting advanced technology.
• DHL eCommerce: Enhanced e-commerce capabilities through the acquisition of AJEX in Saudi Arabia, optimizing last-mile service.

 

The DHL Group has also reiterated its compromise with sustainability, investing in alternative fuels, electric vehicles, and clean energy for its facilities. This strategy seeks to ensure more sustainable supply chains and help customers achieve their Net Zero emissions goals, in line with the sustainability agendas of the region's governments.