Electrification of last mile logistics is a major pillar todecarbonize our operations. Adding the new Ford E-Transit to ourglobal fleet of around 27,000 electric vans further strengthens ourcapability of providing green delivery services worldwide. Joiningforces to address our logistics specific requirements will driveoperational and service efficiency further,” said Anna Spinelli,Chief Procurement Officer & Head of Mobility, Deutsche Post DHLGroup.
Ford Pro has already handed over its first E-Transits under theagreement, joining Deutsche Post DHL Group’s electric fleet usedfor last mile deliveries in several countries worldwide.2 Theorder volume concentrates on the E-Transit panel vans designed forhandling express shipments in the Americas and Europe. The vehiclesjoin the Deutsche Post DHL Group fleet at the busiest time of yearmaking more sustainable deliveries possible to customers duringpeak season. Additionally purchases of Ford Pro Special Vehicleswith a customized box for inner city distribution in Germany, wereconcluded.
The Memorandum of Understanding, signed by Ford and DeutschePost DHL Group, will potentially allow both companies to explorethe co-development of future products as well as new digital andcharging solutions. In addition to providing early access toinnovative ideas, Ford Pro will also deliver Deutsche Post DHLGroup access to test vehicles and monitoring services as the twocompanies explore to expand their cooperation to a growing numberof markets globally.