The integrator’s supply-chain division will open six new facilities in Asia by 2020.
DHL Supply Chain will commit 113 million euros ($141.63 million) to expand its network in China, adding the investment to the 105 million euros it invested in 2013.
By 2020, DHL will have completed new facilities in Guangzhou , Hangzhou , Wuhan , Shenyang , Shenzhen and the Shanghai Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone.
“DHL Supply Chain is on a strong growth path in Asia Pacific. China is a key driver, and our strategy is gaining traction. Regardless of location, our customers expect consistency of service delivery and operation execution,” stated Oscar de Bok, chief executive officer of DHL Supply Chain, Asia Pacific. “By working closely with our customers, who provide us with their demand forecast, we have a clear roadmap of the locations we need to be in; as well as the level of the services required.”
He noted that DHL Supply Chain warehouse space will more than double over the next three years.
DHL Supply Chain continues China infrastructure investment
