DHL Express Sri Lanka Celebrates 45 Years of Innovation & Connectivity 📈

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DHL Express is marking 45 years of operations in Sri Lanka, solidifying its role as a key logistics partner. • Established in 1980 as the country's first international logistics provider, becoming a joint venture with John Keells Holdings in 1992. • Key infrastructure includes an office complex (2007) and a gateway facility at BIA with a pioneering dedicated bonded warehouse (2008) offering 24-hour customs clearance. • Driving digital transformation with the Digital Live Advisor (2021) and a dedicated customs clearance landing page (2022), streamlining import-export processes for customers, including SMEs. • Supports various sectors including apparel and e-commerce, empowering businesses and facilitating international trade. • Committed to sustainability with the launch of GoGreen Plus in 2024, offering Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to reduce emissions, aligning with DHL Group’s Mission 2050: net-zero emissions. • Strategic partnerships with Industry Development Board and Ceylon Chamber of Commerce under the GoTrade program have trained over 350 SMEs in cross-border trade. • Strong social responsibility through GoTeach (employability for youth), GoHelp (disaster response), and the Women’s Network. • Recognized as a Great Place to Work for 11 consecutive years, most recently in 2025. • DHL Express reaffirms its commitment to investing in Sri Lanka's future, sustainable growth, and strengthening its integration into the global economy.

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