DHL Supply Chain Appoints Martin Willmor as New CEO for UK & Ireland

DHL Supply Chain today announces the appointment of Martin Willmor as Chief Executive Officer for its UK & Ireland business, effective 1 October 2025. Martin will succeed Saul Resnick, who is stepping down to pursue opportunities outside the Group. Martin will report directly to Hendrik Venter, CEO, DHL Supply Chain.

Martin, currently CEO of DigiHaul, brings over 20 years of experience within DHL Group. Having joined in 2002, he has held senior leadership positions across operations and general management, driving growth and innovation across multiple sectors and markets.

In 2013, he became Vice President of Passenger Gateways and was appointed Managing Director for Supply Chain Solutions in 2017.

Since 2021, Martin has successfully led DigiHaul, a digital freight platform simplifying and automating carrier and load management - including tender management, haulier integration, and subcontractor coordination - for efficient road transport operations across the UK and Europe. Under his leadership, DigiHaul has expanded internationally and now operates in four markets, delivering exponential year-on-year growth.

Commenting on the appointment, Hendrik Venter, CEO, DHL Supply Chain, said: "Martin has a proven track record of driving sustainable growth, innovation and customer excellence. His deep industry knowledge, strategic mindset and strong leadership make him exceptionally well positioned to lead DHL Supply Chain UKI into its next chapter.

“At the same time, I would like to sincerely thank Saul for his outstanding leadership and contributions. He has driven clear improvements in customer experience and employee engagement, strengthened financial performance, and laid the foundations for future growth. We wish him every success in his endeavours.”

Martin Willmor commented: "I am honoured to be taking on this role. Having grown my career within DHL, I know first-hand the dedication and talent of our people. Together, we will continue to build on our strong foundations, delivering outstanding service for our customers and continuing to lead the market by example. I am excited to shape the next phase of the business's journey in the UK and Ireland.”