DHL Plans to Invest $545 Million in Gulf Logistics
Global logistics company DHL plans to invest more than $545 million in logistics in the Persian Gulf region by 2030.
DHL plans to invest more than $545 million in the Persian Gulf region by 2030. The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are targeted as strategic logistics hubs in these investments. As part of DHL’s global growth strategy, the investment will support infrastructure improvements for DHL’s Express, Global Forwarding, Supply Chain, and eCommerce divisions.
DHL’s logistics investments cover the following areas: new warehouse capacity, expanded road and air transport networks, improved last-mile delivery services, and the use of low-emission and digital logistics technologies.
DHL Express CEO: This Investment Reflects the Region’s Growing Strategic Importance
DHL Express CEO John Pearson said, “The Gulf Cooperation Council is rapidly becoming a global logistics and innovation hub. This investment reflects the region’s growing strategic importance in connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa.”
DHL Supply Chain CEO for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Hendrik Venter, stated, “Dubai has positioned itself as a regional e-commerce leader, and this transformation is rapidly increasing the demand for more advanced logistics services. Our investment in the region aims to meet this demand and enhance supply chain resilience for sectors such as energy, healthcare, and technology.”
“This Region Is No Longer Just a Transit Point”
DHL Global Forwarding CEO for the Middle East and Africa, Amadou Diallo, also said, “This investment is a reflection of our confidence in the Middle East’s economic future. We are expanding our operations to support our customers in navigating global trade complexities and managing supply chain disruptions.” Diallo added, “This region is no longer just a transit point. It is becoming one of the main engines of global trade — and we want to be ready for the next phase.”
DHL’s strategy focuses on building more agile and digitally integrated logistics networks shaped by changing trade flows and the increasing demand for speed, reliability, and sustainability.