DHL Express Service Center Thepharak receives TAPA Facility Security Requirement (FSR) Class A Certification, the highest level of security for cargo handling. This milestone marks 11 FSR-certified Class A facilities, and the highest among TAPA-certified companies in Thailand, from the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA). The certification is issued by SGS (Thailand) Limited, an independent TAPA-trained auditor to assure highest level of logistics security. 

The FSR certification is an internationally recognized standard for the secure storage and handling of high-value goods. This certification recognizes that the management of bonded cargo, shed and transportation operations at the Thepharak Service Center are conducted in compliance to TAPA’s processes and standards. It also demonstrates that employees are well trained and equipped with knowledge of protecting and handling customer shipments. 

Peter Bardens, Senior Vice President for Network Operations and Aviation, Asia Pacific, DHL Express, said, “TAPA FSR Class A is the pinnacle of our security standards, signifying a facility that provides superior security measures. Customers worldwide increasingly seek logistics partners that incorporate quality and secure logistics services into their operations. DHL has certainly proved that our network is safe, secure and certified by the internationally recognized TAPA Standards and further solidifies DHL Express' status as a leader in the international express service sector.” 

Herbert Vongpusanachai, Managing Director, DHL Express Thailand and Head of Indochina, said, " We are honored to receive the TAPA FSR Class A certification for our Thepharak Service Center, which was opened earlier in January 2025, making it the 11th TAPA-certified facility in Thailand. It means that we place the highest priority on high-quality services, ensuring customers’ shipments arrive at the destination safely, securely and timely."

TAPA (Transported Asset Protection Association), is a non-profit organization that sets global security standards with the aim to minimize cargo losses from the supply chain. It recognizes and certifies industry players such as global manufacturers, logistics providers and freight carriers, who ensure shipments and cargo are transported in a cost efficient and secure environment.

TAPA's guidelines are based on eight security criteria; perimeter security, security procedures, access control – office areas and facility dock/warehouse, standard security requirements, pre-alerts, security systems (machine security) and enhanced security requirements. Facilities that have passed assessments by the TAPA office are given a Class A (highest level of security), B, or C certification, depending on their security level, followed by periodic audits. 

In Thailand, SGS (Thailand) Limited is the approved and authorized auditor by TAPA worldwide to carry out certified assessments against Facility Security Requirements (FSR), which are common global standard for secure warehousing and storage that can be used in business or security agreement between buyers and logistics service providers.

Across the Asia Pacific region, DHL Express holds a total of 127 FSR certifications, the most number of certified sites in the region. This achievement highlights DHL Express’ strong commitment to supply chain security and operational excellence.