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Explore How DHL Customers Benefit From our Battery Logistics Solutions

We collaborate closely with our customers to devise customized solutions for battery transportation, storage and circularity. Read below to find out how we have helped DHL customers around the world – or get in touch to find out how we can support you.

Battery Transport Case Studies

Handling Complex Battery Shipments

DHL is recognized globally for quick, reliable shipping – and that also extends to the highly-specialized task of transporting batteries.

Air Freight Solution for EV Battery Cells

After a battery shipment was rejected at an airport terminal, we provided a fully compliant export solution for a short lead-time shipment.

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Ocean Freight Solution for BESS FCL Logistics

We helped a Chinese battery manufacturer transport 200 BESS containers to Europe, the U.S. and Australia, providing the agility, compliance and route optimization required.

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Time-Definite Air Freight Solution for Lithium-Ion Batteries

DHL Express provided a fully compliant, air-based solution for a leading automotive manufacturer’s aftermarket in Australia that dramatically improved lead times, tracking and inventory management.

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Battery Warehousing Case Studies

Providing Safe, Compliant Storage Solutions

Our expert teams around the world are well-versed in the special requirements and region-specific regulations involved in storing batteries.

In-Plant Line Feeding Operations for EV Bus Manufacturing

We designed a scalable EV bus manufacturing solution that meets all relevant regulations. It includes managing material flow from vendors, storing parts in a warehouse and delivering them to the production line with material handling equipment (MHE).

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Bonded Warehouse Solution for EV Batteries

When an EV battery manufacturer outgrew their facilities, we quickly built a dedicated battery warehouse close to their operations in Slovakia. Spanning 16,800-sqm, the new facility meets all EU regulations and the customer’s growing needs.

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Battery Circularity Case Studies

Effectively Managing End-of-Life Batteries

Explore our case studies below to see how we have supported customers in the return, repair, re-use, re-manufacture and recycling of different battery types.

Road Freight Solution for Aftermarket EV Batteries

Our solution for a leading OEM involves a comprehensive road freight system for aftermarket electric vehicle batteries, covering both outbound and reverse logistics across the European market.

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Storage & Distribution for EV Battery Aftermarket in an Emerging Market

An automotive manufacturer needed aftermarket storage for Li-ion battery packs in two cities. Our scalable solution uses multi-client warehouses and specialized staff to handle these dangerous goods.

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Our Battery Logistics solutions help customers manage the challenges and complexity inherent in the battery market. As DHL, we provide valuable support in the areas of battery transport, warehousing and circularity. With our modular approach, our expert teams around the world can tailor effective solutions to our customers’ specific requirements.

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