DHL EXPRESS ADDS FIRST ELECTRIC DELIVERY VEHICLE TO ITS BANGLADESH FLEET

• DHL plans to electrify 60% of all delivery vehicles in Bangladesh by 2030 and reduce the carbon footprint of its Bangladesh operations
• The electric delivery vehicle will operate inside Dhaka

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, announced a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability with the introduction of the first-ever electric delivery vehicle in Bangladesh. This represents a step towards reducing the environmental footprint of express parcel delivery services in the country.

The electric delivery vehicle symbolizes DHL Express's dedication to environmental responsibility. It is the latest addition to the company's fleet and underscores its commitment to a greener, cleaner future. DHL Express is leading the way in adopting innovative and eco-friendly solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainability in Bangladesh’s logistics industry.

At the launch ceremony, Md. Miarul Haque, Managing Director of DHL Express Bangladesh, said, "We are passionate about sustainability at DHL. We are actively progressing toward reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 with a focus on clean operations. Introducing our first electric delivery vehicle in Bangladesh reduces our carbon footprint and makes our operations more eco-friendly. As a frontrunner in the express logistics sector, we lead and inspire the industry to minimize carbon emissions throughout the logistics process. Our customers can now enjoy the same high-quality express delivery services while knowing that their shipments are being delivered with a lower environmental impact."

DHL Express has repeatedly redefined logistics, from pioneering the first green logistics product to becoming the first logistics company to commit to a zero-emissions target globally. Today, DHL offers the most comprehensive portfolio of green logistics solutions in the industry. DHL has already started to use sustainable aviation fuel, which reduces carbon emissions by up to 80% compared to traditional jet fuel. The company will also welcome the first ever fully electric plane, “Alice” by Eviation, into its network from 2027 onwards. In line with these global initiatives, DHL Express Bangladesh aims to have 60% of all their delivery vehicles be electric by 2030, adding to the group’s sustainability targets.