NIO Selects DHL for European Logistics of Electric Vehicles

NIO, a global smart electric vehicle company, has chosen DHL as its logistics partner for European aftermarket services for its electric vehicles. This includes both, premium models from the NIO brand and the brand-new firefly brand, offering premium compact electric vehicles for urban mobility. From DHL’s Automotive Campus in Holtum, DHL will manage storage, distribution, and customs clearance of parts and accessories for customers across Northwestern Europe.

The partnership highlights the growing role of the Netherlands as a logistics hub for the European EV market. DHL’s Automotive Campus in Holtum, strategically located near major European transport corridors, provides NIO with fast delivery times and scalable solutions. To achieve this, DHL leverages the combined expertise of DHL Supply Chain, DHL Global Forwarding, and DHL Freight.

NIO stands out in Europe with innovative concepts such as Power Swap Stations and NIO Houses, including its flagship location on Leidsestraat in Amsterdam. With DHL as a new partner, NIO is building a strong ecosystem across Europe, driven by innovation and local expertise and aligned with its long-term vision and sustainability ambition. In cooperation with DHL, the brand secures a solid logistics foundation to further enhance its user experience and to support the development of a resilient, future-ready ecosystem for electric mobility.  

Thijs Meijling, Head of NIO Europe Business:

 “Europe is at the heart of NIO’s journey. To deliver on our promise of a truly user-centric experience, we rely on strong partnerships with Europe’s best. With DHL, we gain a global logistics player whose dense network enables us to react quickly and flexibly to our users’ needs in aftersales services – from warehousing to distribution. This collaboration is another milestone in building NIO’s European ecosystem, where innovation, design and sustainability come together to set new standards for mobility”.

Franz Riedlberger, Director Procurement NIO adds: " This partnership reflects a strong alignment in operational standards, quality expectations, and long-term vision. Together with DHL, we have established a logistics setup that supports efficiency, scalability and reliability — all essential as we continue to grow our presence in Europe and enhance the experience for our users".

Rik van den Broeck, Business Unit Director South East at DHL Supply Chain, adds: “We are proud that NIO has chosen DHL. This collaboration reflects our shared ambition to accelerate sustainable mobility. With our Automotive Campus in Holtum and our specialized expertise in the automotive sector, we can support NIO with efficient and future-ready logistics.”‑Mobility Sector President at DHL Customer Solutions & Innovation, comments:‑efficient, and ‑ready supply chain solutions that enable innovative players like NIO to scale their European footprint with confidence.

Fathi Tlatli, Global AutoMobility Sector President at DHL Customer Solutions & Innovation, comments:
“Partnering with NIO underscores the momentum we see across the electric mobility ecosystem and reflects our commitment to supporting the next generation of sustainable transport. With DHL’s proven expertise in EV logistics and our global network of specialists, we provide compliant, costefficient, and futureready supply chain solutions that enable innovative players like NIO to scale their European footprint with confidence.”