This chapter examines the evolution of DHL under its current CEO, touching on its beginnings as an American venture and its importance in global logistics today. It highlights the personal and professional background of the CEO, their transition from engineering to logistics management, and the impact of recent global events on trade and supply chain dynamics. The discussion also emphasizes current economic challenges, shifting trade patterns, and the growing focus on supply chain resilience in the post-pandemic world.
One of the world's biggest logistics firms sits down with us to talk about freight costs, the German economy and his route to success.
DHL employs more than half a million people globally. It was as US-based logistics firm when it started out, but by 2001 was owned by Deutsche Post.
So how is the now German-based company navigating global economic challenges, including political tensions and conflicts?
Produced and presented by Leanna Byrne
(Image: Tobias Meyer. Credit: Getty Images)