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DHL goes for the treble in Porto

[ September 17, 2024   //   ]

DHL Express Portugal has opened a new facility at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto, Portugal. The €25 million site strengthens its support for the growing export industry in the north and central regions of the country.
A total footprint of over 18,000 square meters more than triples DHL’s operational capacity at the airport, allowing it to process up to 6,500 pieces per hour for imports, an increase of 150%, and 5,000 pieces per hour for exports, a rise of 300%.

The terminal is equipped with advanced automation systems, such as X-rays and automatic weighing and measuring equipment and will allow annual volume growth in the double-digit range.
Some 119 of the 130 loading bays for vans are prepared for electric vehicles and the building is fitted with solar panels, advanced lighting and ventilation systems.

Chief executive of DHL Express Europe, Mike Parra, said: “Portugal has been one of the strongest performers in Europe in terms of economic growth in recent years, supported by healthy demand for Portuguese exports, and DHL Express is fully committed to enabling the country’s further trade development over the long-term. As usual, we are combining our investments in capacity with the addition of new technology that improves efficiency and reliability and supports increased sustainability, which we expect to significantly enhance the competitiveness of our customers in Portugal in their export and import activities.”  
Chief executive of DHL Express Portugal, José Reis, added: “The inauguration of this new terminal at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto marks an important milestone for DHL in Portugal. It is a renewed commitment to innovation, sustainability and economic growth in the North of Portugal. “We are proud to contribute to the development of this region, supporting the small and medium-sized enterprises that are the foundation of our economy. With this investment, we are prepared to continue connecting people and improving lives, while raising the standards of efficiency and sustainability in the logistics industry.” 
DHL Express executives were joined at an inauguration ceremony by local mayor António Tiago, and Julia Monar, German Ambassador to Portugal.

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