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DHL
AddedFeb 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
DHL

DHL

Public

DHL, a German logistics firm and Deutsche Post division, leads in courier, package delivery, and express mail services globally.

HQ
Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE
Founded
1969
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DHL, founded on September 25, 1969, in San Francisco by Adrian Dalsey, Larry Hillblom, and Robert Lynn, is a leading global logistics company and a division of Deutsche Post. Headquartered in Bonn, Germany, DHL provides a range of services including courier, package delivery, express mail, freight forwarding, and third-party logistics. The company's core mission is to connect people and improve their lives through efficient and reliable logistics solutions. DHL's market focus spans worldwide, with specialized products such as DHL Express Worldwide, DHL Express 9:00, and DHL Express 12:00.

Notable affiliated individuals include Tobias Meyer, the CEO of DHL Group. The company has achieved significant milestones, including delivering over 1.8 billion parcels annually and generating €81.7 billion in revenue in 2021. With a workforce of over 586,000 employees as of Q1 2023, DHL has made a substantial impact on the global logistics industry by consistently innovating and expanding its service offerings. Its extensive network and commitment to excellence have solidified its position as a market leader in logistics and express mail services.

DHL - Quick Facts

When was DHL founded?

DHL was founded in 1969.

Where is DHL's headquarters located?

DHL's headquarters is located in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE.

When was DHL's last funding round?

DHL's most recent funding round was for $32M (USD) in December 2019.

How much has DHL raised to-date?

As of Dec 20, 2019, DHL has raised a total of $32M (USD).

How many employees does DHL have?

DHL has 590,000 employees as of Feb 12, 2024.

DHL - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
  • Enterprise
  • Small Business
Main Product
  • Courier
  • Logistics
Tags
  • Distribution
  • Freight Tech
NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541600Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
  • 541610Management Consulting Services
  • 541614Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
SIC
  • 4700Transportation Services
  • 4720Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation
  • 4729Arrangement Of Passenger Transportation, Not Elsewhere Classified
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NAICS
  • 485100Urban Transit Systems
  • 480000Transportation and Warehousing
  • 485000Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
  • 485110Urban Transit Systems
SIC
  • 4730Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight And Cargo