DHL

DHL is the world's largest international express and logistics company, a brand that has become almost synonymous with international parcel delivery and freight forwarding. Originally founded in San Francisco in 1969 by Adrian Dalsey, Larry Hillblom, and Robert Lynn, DHL was acquired by Deutsche Post in the early 2000s and is now the logistics arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group, one of the world's largest postal and logistics corporations with operations in over 220 countries and territories.

The DHL brand covers several distinct business divisions. DHL Express handles time-critical international shipments. DHL eCommerce Solutions provides last-mile delivery and returns management specifically for e-commerce businesses. DHL Global Forwarding manages international freight via air and ocean. DHL Supply Chain provides contract logistics, warehousing, and supply chain management. Together, these divisions make DHL a genuinely end-to-end logistics partner capable of handling everything from a single parcel to a complex global supply chain.

E-commerce capabilities

For e-commerce brands and marketplaces, DHL's most relevant offering is typically DHL eCommerce Solutions — a portfolio of products designed specifically for online retailers shipping domestically and internationally. Services include tracked packet solutions, cross-border shipping with duties and taxes management, returns portals, and fulfilment services in key markets. DHL's network density in Europe is particularly strong, making it a natural choice for brands shipping across multiple European markets.

Sustainability

DHL has committed to achieving net-zero logistics emissions by 2050 and has been investing heavily in electric delivery vehicles, sustainable aviation fuel, and green logistics solutions. For brands with sustainability commitments, DHL's GoGreen programme offers carbon-neutral shipping options that can be communicated to end customers as part of a broader sustainability story.