Ford Pro to Provide Deutsche Post DHL Group With More Than 2,000 Electric Vans

Ford Pro and Deutsche Post DHL Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate the deployment of electrified vans used for logistics operations worldwide. Under the deal, Ford Pro will equip Deutsche Post DHL Group with more than 2,000 electric delivery vans worldwide by the end of 2023.

Ford Pro has already handed over its first E-Transits under the agreement, joining Deutsche Post DHL Group's electric fleet used for last mile deliveries in several countries worldwide. 

The order volume concentrates on the E-Transit panel vans designed for handling express shipments in the Americas and Europe.

The agreement covers a full range of solutions to operate the electric fleet, including access to Ford Pro's connected E-Telematics software and charging solutions in order to reduce costs and optimise efficiency.

It will potentially allow both companies to explore the co-development of future products as well as new digital and charging solutions.

Ford Pro will also deliver Deutsche Post DHL Group access to test vehicles and monitoring services as the two companies explore to expand their cooperation to a growing number of markets globally.

Ford is targeting zero emissions for all vehicle sales and carbon neutrality across its European footprint of facilities, logistics and suppliers by 2035, and carbon neutrality globally no later than 2050.

Hans Schep, general manager, Ford Pro, Europe, says: "Ford Pro and Deutsche Post DHL Group share the vision of greater sustainability and a commitment to electrified solutions, and this agreement is a major step towards millions of deliveries being completed by electrified vehicles around the world. E-Transit is the top-selling commercial EV in North America and since June is also the best-seller in its segment in Europe, meaning the all-electric 2-tonne van is already making big strides to support this ambition," said Hans Schep, general manager, Ford Pro, Europe.

Anna Spinelli, Chief Procurement Officer & Head of Mobility, Deutsche Post DHL Group, adds: "Electrification of last mile logistics is a major pillar to decarbonize our operations. Adding the new Ford E-Transit to our global fleet of around 27,000 electric vans further strengthens our capability of providing green delivery services worldwide. Joining forces to address our logistics specific requirements will drive operational and service efficiency further." 

Deutsche Post DHL Group is targeting a share of 60% e-vehicles used for carbon neutral pick-up and delivery by 2030.