Logistics company DHL has expanded its Electric Vehicle (EV) Centre of Excellence (CoE) network to Australia, providing a comprehensive suite of logistics solutions for the auto-mobility aftermarket and the broader electrification ecosystem.
The centres of excellence consolidate existing expertise and capabilities in EV logistics. These include a compliant international transport and warehousing service to provide a seamless solution that supports the growth of electric vehicles and adjacent industries, such as Battery Energy Storage Systems, in Australia.
DHL’s CoE for EVs provide a certified transportation service to facilitate the import of replacement electric vehicle batteries and parts. Backed by the wider DHL Group, including DHL Global Forwarding and DHL Express, it provides multiple modes of transport to help customers with lead times and cost optimization.
Three DHL supply chain multi-customer warehouses located in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are battery-ready. Currently hosting lithium-ion batteries, these warehouses are compliant with local regulations and DHL guidelines for storing dangerous goods. In addition to storage, the sites are integrated into a nationwide transportation network, allowing for direct dispatch to dealers and service centres.
“We’re so pleased to expand our EV COE network to Australia and to support the development of the electric vehicle ecosystem locally. We announced in November last year that upgraded warehouses in Sydney and Melbourne would house batteries, and now we welcome the addition of Brisbane.” DHL supply chain ANZ CEO, Steve Thompsett, said.
In conjunction with the New Energy Growth Initiative announced in its Strategy 2030, DHL Group says it will continue to focus on the EV sub-sector. In response to the growing need for circularity in the auto-mobility industry, DHL Group claims it has the vision to develop battery end-of-life solutions in collaboration with specialised players in Australia.
“We aim to pioneer the development of the electric vehicle market in Australia. With the support of our global network, we are enabling a one-stop shop for EV logistics, improving the efficiency of aftersales services for Electric Vehicle players and beyond in the country,” global auto-mobility sector president, DHL customer solutions and innovation, Fathi Tlatli, said.
The end-to-end solution for Auto-Mobility includes:
- Fully flexible and EV-compliant warehousing for aftermarket, from temporary storage solutions to longer term, and from variable to dedicated storage, enabling turnkey solutions based on customers’ needs.
- Warehouse Management System with fully capable Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) integration and an option for a cloud-based visibility portal for real-time updates and inventory control.
- Value-added services and sorting solutions, including inventory control, order fulfilment, non-hazardous repackaging, and more, with maximum flexibility to meet specific requirements.
- Delivery management, including shuttle services and specialized transport services using DHL’s transport network within Australia.
- End-to-end supply chain: Easy combination with compliant international transportation solutions in and out of Australia based on DHL’s global network, including temperature and humidity monitoring for EV batteries. The transportation network is capable of handling various products, such as battery materials, finished electric vehicles (completely built units), Battery Energy Storage Systems, and industrial equipment.
- Customs brokerage: Customers can leverage DHL’s global network for reliable and fast goods clearance, ensuring full compliance and a comprehensive understanding of the rules and regulations in all countries where it operates.