DHL strengthens global network with new hub in Madrid

Equipped with latest state-of-the-art logistics technology, the new 14,500 sq meter building will be able to process 24,500 pieces of mails per hour, including packages and envelopes. This will result in the creation of 200 additional jobs, said DHL Express in a press release.

The new hub has a total of 176 loading docks enabling 160 road movements each day, as well as 10 daily flights operated by DHL’s own aircraft, and 30 daily commercial flights servicing 20 international destinations, mostly in Latin America.

In accordance with DHL’s GoGreen programme the new hub will help to reduce the company’s carbon footprint thanks to the use of new and more efficient sorting technology, improved building insulation, and more efficient energy systems to manage the consumption of electricity, water and cooling systems. The investment in the hub confirms DHL Express’ long-term commitment to growth and is a response to the dynamic needs of a growing global market.

“With this latest investment in our infrastructure, we are further expanding the capabilities of our European and global network, enabling continued growth supported by a platform of quality. Customers from our traditional sectors as well as e-commerce customers in both private b2c as well as businesses who are driving their own b2b growth agendas through e-commerce will benefit from the investment. With this new hub in Madrid, we are connecting sellers and consumers around the world with even greater speed and efficiency,” said John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express.

“We invest in our employees, aircraft and installations to have the best specialists, the largest European network and the state of the art sorting system. Our objective is to be the first choice of companies and private consumers,” said Jesús Sanchez, VP DHL H&G Mediterranean.

DHL Express is expanding its air fleet and announced in 2018 the purchase 14 new Boeing 777 air freighters and five Airbus A330s for a total owned air fleet of over 260 planes. (PC)

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