DHL Express Philippines, the world’s leading international express service provider, said it will continue to strengthen its fleet of electric vehicles with the addition of two more units in the first quarter this year bringing its total EV fleet to 10 units
Nigel Lockett, managing director of DHL Express Philippines, said that with the latest rollout, EVs now account for 41 percent of DHL Express Philippines’ total delivery fleet, marking a key milestone in the company’s long‑term electrification roadmap. This progress reflects DHL’s measured and data‑driven approach to fleet decarbonization and aligns with DHL Group’s ambition to achieve net‑zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
This latest expansion also forms part of the company’s annual fleet electrification program, supporting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from last‑mile delivery operations while maintaining reliable and efficient service.
As delivery demand continues to grow across major urban centers, the logistics industry faces increasing responsibility to manage emissions while ensuring speed and reliability. DHL Express Philippines is addressing this challenge by steadily transitioning its fleet to electric mobility, prioritizing routes and service areas where electric vehicles can be effectively integrated into daily operations. The newly deployed electric vehicles will operate across Pasig (DXO), Makati, Bonifacio Global City and Muntinlupa (DXM), Manila (DML), Pasay and Parañaque (DXS), and Cebu, supporting high‑density delivery routes in key commercial and residential hubs.
“Logistics that works for people and the planet is the standard we hold ourselves to,” said Lockett. “By expanding our electric vehicle fleet in the country’s most active delivery zones, we are supporting the reduction of emissions from last-mile operations in areas where our couriers, customers, and communities interact every day.”
The new EVs are purpose‑built for urban last‑mile operations. Each unit offers a cargo capacity of 5.1 cubic meters and is powered by a Lithium Iron Phosphate battery rated at 307.2 volts, supporting consistent daily operations across city routes.
The vehicles can be fully charged in approximately five hours using a DC fast charger, allowing for efficient turnaround times within DHL’s delivery network. Designed for frequent stops and predictable route patterns, the vehicles are well suited to the operational demands of express logistics in dense metropolitan environments.
In addition to reducing tailpipe emissions on routes where they are deployed, the electric vehicles provide operational benefits, including lower fuel consumption and reduced maintenance requirements compared to conventional vehicles. Their quieter operation also contributes to improved working conditions for couriers and helps reduce noise levels in busy urban areas.
The latest batch of electric vehicles is equipped with telematics integration, enabling DHL Express Philippines to monitor vehicle location, battery performance, energy consumption, driving behavior, and route efficiency in real time. These insights support optimized route planning, proactive maintenance, and more efficient vehicle utilization, helping ensure consistent service performance while maximizing the effective use of electric mobility.
