DHL Express Japan Extends Partnership With J.League's Urawa Red Diamonds for Two Further Seasons

• The renewed partnership lasts for another two and a half years till 2027
• DHL’s support continues with “Heart-full Club”, the club’s football program for children 

DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, announced today that it has renewed its partnership with MEIJI YASUDA J1-League football club, Urawa Red Diamonds (Urawa Reds), extending it until the 2026-2027 season. The contract spans two and a half years, with the partnership reaching its 19th year in the 2025 season and its 20th anniversary in the 2026-2027 season. DHL will also continue to support Urawa Red’s community program, the Urawa Reds “Heart-full Club”, which aims to support children's education through football classes. 

Tony Khan, President and Representative Director of DHL Express Japan said, "We are delighted to once again provide our support for the Urawa Reds, one of the strongest football teams in Japan League. Over the past 18 years, our partnership has evolved as we strengthen the bond and trust for each other. We are committed to the team and look forward to finding ways to push limits together in the coming years."

Makoto Taniguchi, President of Urawa Red Diamonds, said, "The long-standing and trusted relationship with DHL Express, a global business leader, is ideal for our ambitions to succeed on the international stage. We look forward to growing together and deepening our social impact."

DHL Express Japan is one of the top partners of the Urawa Reds. The partnership began in 2007, when the club became the first Japanese team to participate in the AFC Champions League before winning the title. The partnership was founded on shared values, with DHL Express’ principles of speed and passion aligning with the Urawa Reds’. Additionally, both organizations are committed to creating a better, richer society through sports, in line with DHL’s purpose: "Connecting People, Improving Lives."  Over the years, the scope of this partnership has expanded beyond football to include various social contribution projects and international exchange activities undertaken by the Urawa Reds, particularly overseas.