DHL Supply Chain Partners with Stellantis to Boost Regional Automotive
November 26, 2024DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in contract logistics, has been appointed by Stellantis, one of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers, as its logistics partner to manage a Regional Parts Distribution Centre (RPDC) in Malaysia. This collaboration supports Stellantis’ expansion strategy across the Asia Pacific region while solidifying Malaysia’s status as a key automotive hub.
Strategic Location and Purpose
The new 18,000-square-meter warehouse, located in a Malaysian Free Trade Zone, will serve as a regional hub for distributing parts and providing after-sales support across 20 countries in the India and Asia Pacific region, including major markets like Malaysia. This setup aims to improve lead times and ensure better parts availability for Stellantis brands, which include Peugeot, Citroën, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, RAM, and more.
A Milestone Partnership
Olivier Torchet, Head of Parts & Services for Stellantis in the India & Asia Pacific region, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership:
“Stellantis is proud to welcome DHL as our logistics partner. Their global reputation for reliability and expertise in logistics perfectly aligns with our goal of fast, reliable parts distribution. This partnership enables us to set a new standard of after-sales support, strengthen Stellantis’ regional footprint, and reinforce Malaysia’s role as an automotive hub.”
Driving Growth in Malaysia’s Automotive Industry
Mario Lorenz, Managing Director of DHL Supply Chain Malaysia, emphasized the strategic significance of the partnership:
“Malaysia’s automotive industry is experiencing remarkable growth, becoming Southeast Asia’s second-largest market. By leveraging Malaysia’s commitment to the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), this regional hub offers our customers a cost-efficient and well-connected platform to access lucrative ASEAN markets.”
He also highlighted the collaborative approach:
“Combining DHL’s logistics expertise with Stellantis’ visionary strategy, we aim to deliver innovative solutions that enhance competitiveness and align with Malaysia’s automotive ambitions.”
DHL’s Commitment to Automotive Innovation
DHL Supply Chain Malaysia is deeply invested in supporting the automotive and mobility sector, including vehicle manufacturers, component makers, and aftermarket providers. This initiative is part of DHL’s broader investment strategy, which includes a €131 million investment in Malaysia to enhance capacity and talent development. Globally, DHL Supply Chain has invested €1.35 billion over the past year in key markets to meet evolving customer needs.
A Shared Vision for the Future
With Malaysia hosting over 640 major automotive manufacturers and embracing government-led Electric Vehicle (EV) incentives, DHL’s collaboration with Stellantis aligns perfectly with its Strategy 2030, which prioritizes new energy solutions, including EVs.
This partnership not only elevates Stellantis’ operational efficiency but also underscores DHL’s commitment to advancing Malaysia’s position as a leading regional automotive hub. Together, they are shaping the future of the automotive supply chain in the Asia Pacific region.
