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Freight transportation, warehousing and distribution, supply chain solutions - they cover it all. That's why they are the world's largest logistics specialist.

Freight transportation
A logistics partner big enough to deliver freight of any kind, to any place via air, ocean, road or rail, but capable of giving its customers the personal attention they need.

Air freight services
Ocean freight services
Road and rail freight services
Warehousing and distribution

Warehousing and distribution

Whatever industry sector you operate in, DHL provides dedicated and shared warehousing and distribution operations to ensure that you can deliver your service promise to your customers worldwide.

Dedicated operations
Shared operations
Value added services

Customs, Security & Insurance

With their unrivalled network of customs brokerage offices, they understand better than anyone difficulties of cross border trade.

DHL customs services
Freight security
Air & ocean cargo insurance
Road freight insurance

Supply Chain Solutions

From the initial consultancy and design, to final mile delivery and reverse logistics, they provide customized supply chain solutions across all industry sectors.
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