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DHL Express Philippines deployed eight additional electric vehicles, with two more units scheduled for rollout within the first quarter
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The latest expansion forms part of the company’s annual fleet electrification program, supporting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from last‑mile delivery operations
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The newly deployed EVs will operate across Pasig, Makati, Bonifacio Global City and Muntinlupa, Manila, Pasay and Parañaque in Metro Manila; and Cebu
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EVs now account for 41% of DHL Express Philippines’ total delivery fleet
DHL Express Philippines has deployed eight additional electric vehicles (EV), with two more units scheduled for rollout within the first quarter.
The latest expansion is 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, the international express service provider said in a statement.
The company noted that 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 said it is addressing this challenge by steadily transitioning its fleet to electric mobility, prioritizing routes and service areas where EVs can be effectively integrated into daily operations.
The newly deployed electric vehicles will operate across Pasig, Makati, Bonifacio Global City and Muntinlupa, Manila, Pasay and Parañaque within Metro Manila, and in Cebu, supporting high‑density delivery routes in key commercial and residential hubs.
With this latest rollout, EVs now account for 41% of DHL Express Philippines’ total delivery fleet, marking a key milestone in the company’s long‑term electrification roadmap.
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The DHL Philippine unit said this progress reflects its measured and data‑driven approach to fleet decarbonization and aligns with the DHL Group’s ambition to achieve net‑zero GHG emissions by 2050.
“Logistics that works for people and the planet is the standard we hold ourselves to,” DHL Express Philippines managing director Nigel Lockett said.
“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,” Lockett added.
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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.
In addition to reducing tailpipe emissions on routes where they are deployed, DHL said the EVs 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 EVs are also equipped with telematics integration, enabling DHL Express Philippines to monitor vehicle location, battery performance, energy consumption, driving behavior, and route efficiency in real time.
