DHL Group said on Thursday it will invest about €1 billion ($1.16 billion) in India by 2030 as the logistics major expands across life sciences, healthcare, e-commerce and new energy sectors, strengthening the country’s role in its global supply chain network.
The multi-year plan spans all DHL business units in India. The company will add new logistics hubs, a digital services center and low-emission facilities. DHL executives said India’s supply chain demand continues to rise as companies diversify sourcing and production locations.
Moreover, the company aims to broaden its footprint in life sciences and healthcare, which remain among the fastest-growing segments in India’s logistics market. It also expects e-commerce shipments to climb further as online retail expands across smaller cities.
Tobias Meyer, CEO of DHL Group, said global trade faces uncertainty, but India remains a dynamic market. He said the country’s diversification strategy supports long-term investment and strengthens business confidence.
New Facilities Strengthen Domestic Network
DHL will build its first Health Logistics hub in Bhiwandi for its supply chain unit. It will also add India’s largest low-emission integrated operating facility for Blue Dart in Bijwasan near Delhi.
Additionally, DHL Express will set up its first automatic sorting center in the capital to boost parcel processing speeds. The company will open its fifth IT Services Center in Indore, which will also house a training academy focused on automation and artificial intelligence.
The company plans Centers of Excellence for electric vehicle and battery logistics in Chennai and Mumbai. It will also develop the largest low-emission integrated ground hub for Blue Dart in Haryana.
These projects support DHL’s Strategy 2030, which aims to expand capacity and build more efficient, sustainable logistics operations across the supply chain.
India’s Trade Links Widen
India is expanding its presence in global trade routes. According to DHL’s Global Connectedness Tracker, the average distance of India’s goods trade is projected to reach 6,190 kilometers in 2025, up from 6,090 kilometers in 2024.
The increase reflects deeper engagement with partners across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and the Americas.
Furthermore, DHL’s network across 220 countries and territories positions it to support India’s growing role in global supply chains. Executives expect stronger flows in electronics, pharmaceuticals, auto components and renewable energy equipment.
India has also become a growing technology hub for the Group. More than 1,300 digital and logistics specialists work in the country. DHL said the new Indore IT center will support innovation projects and strengthen its digitalization roadmap.
Digitalization and Sustainability Anchor Strategy 2030
Digitalization and sustainability remain core pillars of the Group’s plan. DHL said the Indore IT Services Center will help employees gain skills in AI, automation, and next-generation logistics tools.
The company aims to cut CO2 emissions to 29 million metric tons by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050. In India, DHL plans to expand fleet electrification, develop low-emission facilities, and scale the GoGreen Plus program, which enables more sustainable shipping through renewable fuels and electric vehicles.
DHL said these steps align with its climate goals and strengthen the resilience of its global supply chain operations.
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