DHL eCommerce works in strengthening India’s e-commerce sector
DHL eCommerce works in strengthening India’s e-commerce sector

DHL eCommerce, a division of one of the world's leading logistics companies, Deutsche Post DHL Group, is investing EUR70 million (51,184 lakh rupees) to strengthen its operations to meet the fast-growing demand for quality e-commerce logistics services in India. This investment will go into the expansion of its air hubs in Delhi and Mumbai which are part of its network of 13 air hubs in India.

Juergen Gerdes, CEO, Post-eCommerce-Parcel, Deutsche Post DHL Group, said, "The e-commerce industry is one that offers tremendous opportunities for businesses and consumers alike. The global B2C cross border e-commerce market will multiply in size to USD1 trillion in 2020."

He further added, "The growth is driven by increasing consumption from expanding middle classes, greater mobile and internet penetration and improving logistics and infrastructure as consumers increasingly shop online and expect shorter delivery times. With our added focus on innovation such as the StreetScooter and In-Car Delivery, we are gearing up to ensure we stay ahead of the game and be able to anticipate and meet the needs of the overall industry, e-tailers and end customers.”

Charles Brewer, CEO, DHL eCommerce, said, "This investment in India, as well as recent investments in the Americas and elsewhere in Asia Pacific this year, showcases our commitment to the e-commerce industry by delivering high quality, reliable logistics solutions to meet the rising demands of e-commerce consumers.”

Malcolm Monteiro, CEO, Asia Pacific, DHL eCommerce, said, "With retail e-commerce in India expected to grow at a CAGR of 30 to 35 percent by 2020 , the air hubs will bolster our operations to better serve the growing e-commerce market in the country.

Anil Khanna, Managing Director, Blue Dart Express, said, "Our EUR70 million investments will ensure that we continue to lay a strong foundation to offer even greater support to our e-commerce customers."

 
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