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DHL renews Formular 1 partnership doubling biofuel truck fleet

27 February 2024/Categories: Industry News, Freight Forwarding, Logistics & Supply Chain


DHL has announced a multi-year extension partnership with Formula 1 continuing to deliver FIA Formula One World Championship™ events worldwide.

The logistics provider will be celebrating its 20th anniversary as Formular 1’s official logistics partner.

DHL said the partnership has seen the transition into a more sustainable era of transport and logistics as Formula 1 looks to reach its Net Zero goal by 2030.

In the last year during the European leg of the season, the number of trucks has more than doubled to a total of 37.

Each truck, on average, achieves an 83% reduction in carbon emissions compared to their diesel-driven counterpart.

Arjan Sissing, Global Head of Brand Marketing at DHL Group said: “In addition to renewing our partnership, we are proud to be the sport’s longest-standing global partner, marking DHL's 20th anniversary as the Official Logistics Partner of Formula 1, delivering the race between the races.

“Both companies share a strong commitment to sustainability goals and a common vision to make the sport greener and more efficient.

“As a pioneer in sustainable logistics, we are delighted to maintain our collaboration with Formula 1 in achieving these objectives together.”

An expanded calendar this year featuring 24 races has been rationalised creating a better flow of races in certain regions to reduce freight distance travelled between events.

The DHL Motorsports logistics team comprises 100 specialists, with up to half of them working on-site.

A new DHL motorhome will be introduced for selected European races on the Formula 1 calendar, which will serve as the designated home base for the team and is equipped with solar panels, charging and recycling stations and will be transported using a biofuel-powered truck.

Jonny Haworth, Director of Commercial Partnerships at Formula,1 said: “As our longest-standing partner, DHL has become such a crucial part of the delivery of our events, so we’re delighted to continue that successful collaboration for many more years.

“Our partnership has seen the sport transform in more ways than one, and DHL have been hugely supportive in our transition to a more sustainable sport, and this will continue to be key as we move towards 2030.

“As sustainable logistics continues to develop, I look forward to seeing the positive impact and innovations that come next.”

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