Something EPIC is coming… In Troisdorf, Germany – not far from DHL’s global headquarters in Bonn – the next chapter in the logistics leader’s innovation journey is about to open its doors…
Imagine stepping into a space built entirely from a pioneering timber structure that actively captures carbon. Sunlight streams through expansive glass panels onto a vibrant hub of activity. All around, start-ups, SMEs, DHL experts and partners are brainstorming bold ideas, co-creating solutions, and reimagining what’s possible in logistics.
Welcome to EPIC 2.0: the brand-new DHL Europe Innovation Center. A future-ready space where cutting-edge ideas meet carbon-neutral design – and where the next wave of global logistics innovation is already underway.
What is the DHL Europe Innovation Center (EPIC 2.0)?
EPIC 2.0 is DHL’s newest and most advanced Innovation Center, purpose-built to explore and accelerate innovations in logistics. It serves as a futuristic hub where ideas meet action – connecting DHL experts, customers, start-ups, technology partners and researchers in one collaborative space.
But EPIC 2.0 isn’t just about showcasing technology. It’s about solving real-world challenges – like scaling e-commerce operations across borders, and reducing emissions in the supply chain.
Visitors can immerse themselves in a space designed to:
- Inspire bold thinking through interactive exhibits and immersive experiences
- Test and develop innovations that drive smarter, more sustainable logistics
- Enable hands-on collaboration in flexible co-creation spaces
EPIC 2.0 replaces the original Innovation Center 1.0, which had reached its capacity, providing DHL with a much larger, more advanced platform to accelerate logistics solutions.
As the first DHL Innovation Center built to operate with zero operational CO₂ emissions, EPIC 2.0 also sets a new benchmark for sustainability – proving that the future of logistics can be both high-tech and low-impact.
“Our primary goal is to offer a platform where partners and customers can discover, connect, create and be inspired.”
- Katja Bush, Chief Commercial Officer & Head of CSI, DHL
EPIC 2.0 and the evolving demands of the global logistics industry
Global trade is moving faster – and getting more complex. From shifting consumer expectations and supply chain disruptions to the urgent need for sustainability, today’s logistics challenges require bold, future-focused solutions.
That’s why DHL has been investing in a network of Innovation Centers around the world – in Germany, Singapore, the US, and the UAE – each designed to explore emerging technologies and co-create with customers. From robotics and automation to AI-driven supply chains, these centers have already helped bring powerful innovations to life.
But EPIC 2.0 is a leap forward.
It’s designed not just to showcase ideas – but to turn them into practical, scalable solutions for businesses of all sizes. Partners can explore how AI, IoT, and data analytics will reshape global trade – all within a space that actively embodies the sustainable future it’s helping to build.
For SMEs and fast-growing brands looking to scale globally, EPIC 2.0 represents something powerful: a dedicated space where your biggest logistics challenges can become opportunities for growth.
The next chapter in sustainable innovations
At EPIC 2.0, sustainability is built into every beam, panel, and process. It’s DHL’s first Innovation Center designed to operate completely carbon-neutral, with clean energy generated on-site and zero operational CO₂ emissions. The building’s striking timber structure not only captures carbon, but also supports circular construction principles: materials are chosen for reuse, recycling, or easy separation at end-of-life.
The building is a working prototype for climate-conscious logistics infrastructure – a key milestone on DHL Group’s journey toward its ambitious Mission 2050: Zero Emissions goal.
For businesses aiming to decarbonize their supply chains or reduce packaging waste, EPIC 2.0 offers both inspiration and actionable pathways forward. It's a powerful reminder that logistics can – and must – be part of the sustainability solution.
Embrace sustainable logistics with DHL
At DHL, we believe that sustainable logistics isn’t just good for the planet – it’s good for business. By partnering with DHL Express, your SME will benefit from innovative solutions that will help it reduce its environmental footprint. From electric vehicle (EV) deliveries to optimized route planning powered by AI, these solutions make it easier than ever to align your supply chain with your environmental goals.
Open a DHL Express Business Account to discover what’s possible for your sustainability journey.
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