- DHL Signs exclusive ten-year lease for approximately 13,000 square meters of office and warehousing space at the newly-developed Skyparks Business Estate
- The move is aimed at strengthening its market-leading position in South Africa.
DHL Global Forwarding has made a futuristic move reinforcing its commitment to South Africa by investing ZAR 126.5 million into a new facility in Johannesburg. The move is aimed at strengthening its market-leading position in South Africa. The new facility of 13,000 sqm facility will be located at the newly developed Skyparks Business Estate – very close to the O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Speaking about the investment, Clement Blanc, Managing Director, DHL Global Forwarding, South Africa said, that the decision to invest is based on the company’s diverse service portfolio and long-established foothold in Africa. The move also should be viewed in the context of the launch of AfCTA, from January 1st, heralding the economic integration of the continent. DHL proposes to sharpen its core business offerings and accelerate digitalization to enhance its growth in the region and specifically, in South Africa.
The new set-up which is double the size will consist of a 10,000 sqm warehouse that enables DHL to consolidate all its customers’ warehousing requirements. It includes an exclusive and specialized cold chain facility that consists of three adjustable temperature-controlled refrigerators geared to handle the life science and healthcare products in and out of South Africa.
South African economy is expected to regain its growth by 1-2% in the next two years. Political observers are optimistic about the government’s efforts to revitalize townships and industrial parks will reap much-needed benefits. Moreover, South Africa’s growing e-commerce sector is expected to boost demand greater for retail warehousing and distribution space, especially for perishables and fast-moving consumer goods.
