DHL and Formula E Go Green in Hyderabad as India Hosts First-Ever All-Electric World Championship Race

Hyderabad, Telangana, India Business Wire India DHL leading the charge for a cleaner future with a local clean-up drive and sustainability-led fan interactions at the 2023 Greenko Hyderabad E-Prix As a Founding Partner of Formula E, DHL is pioneering green logistics and cutting-edge freight solutions, supporting the championship with speed, precision, and eco-friendly practices. First-ever Formula E race in India, the second most-populated country in the world, opens a new frontier in the mission to accelerate change towards an electric future.

Hyderabad, Telangana, India – Business Wire India • DHL leading the charge for a cleaner future with a local clean-up drive and sustainability-led fan interactions at the 2023 Greenko Hyderabad E-Prix • As a Founding Partner of Formula E, DHL is pioneering green logistics and cutting-edge freight solutions, supporting the championship with speed, precision, and eco-friendly practices.

• First-ever Formula E race in India, the second most-populated country in the world, opens a new frontier in the mission to accelerate change towards an electric future. DHL, Official Founding and Logistics Partner of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, is making history with Formula E this weekend as the series races in India for the first time, showcasing a positive sustainable future in the vibrant city of Hyderabad.

Through its partnership with the world's first all-electric motorsport, DHL provides state-of-the-art sustainable logistics, incorporating tailored multimodal transport, including both road and sea freight, that maximizes efficiency and reduces CO2 emissions. Through using biofuels for all road and sea freight, DHL will travel the expected 89,100 kilometers in Season 9 of the championship, moving approximately 415 tons of valuable freight per race, including race cars, batteries, charging units, broadcast equipment, and marketing and hospitality equipment.

DHL and Formula E will also continue to reflect their common values through the "Together Green" platform, as DHL's yellow and Formula E's blue colors combine in a vision of a greener future.

In the build-up to the inaugural Formula E race in Hyderabad, DHL conducted a clean-up drive near the city's iconic Hussain Sagar Lake. Additionally, DHL will also be setting up an activation booth at the Allianz Fan Village, where visitors can immerse themselves in an interactive experience through virtual reality and exciting interactive games. DHL will also launch a digital campaign that showcases its commitment to supporting Formula E and promoting sustainability.

''We are leading the race towards a sustainable future, delivering results for our customers and the planet,'' said R.S Subramanian, SVP South Asia at DHL Express. ''As the world's premier logistics provider, we are driven by our commitment to innovation and sustainability. Our efficient, eco-friendly transportation of several critical parts for Formula E is just one example of how we put these values into action.'' ''At DHL, we are proud to be a Founding Partner of Formula E, supporting its vision to raise awareness of e-mobility and drive the transition towards smart cities and low-carbon lifestyles. From transporting the series to engaging with fans, we are dedicated to making this exciting sport accessible to all in India. Just like on the tracks, our behind-the-scenes work at Formula E is powered by speed, precision, and cutting-edge technology,'' added Subramanian.

As a green logistics pioneer, in 2008 DHL became the first logistics company to commit to a measurable carbon efficiency target, pledging to improve carbon efficiency by 30% (versus 2007) by the year 2021. This goal was achieved four years ahead of schedule, in 2016, while in March 2017 it announced a commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. In 2021, DPDHL Group committed to invest 7 billion euros in clean operations and climate-neutral logistics by 2030. The funds, will for example, be used to electrify 60% of the last mile fleet by 2030.

DHL – The logistics company for the world DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 380,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world".

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 81 billion euros in 2021. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. Deutsche Post DHL Group aims to achieve zero-emissions logistics by 2050.

Visit: dhl.com Follow us on @DHLExpressIndia About Formula E and the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship As the world's first all-electric FIA World Championship and the only sport certified net zero carbon since inception, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship brings dramatic racing to the heart of some of the world's most iconic cities providing an elite motorsport platform for the world's leading automotive manufacturers to accelerate electric vehicle innovation.

The Formula E network of teams, manufacturers, partners, broadcasters, and host cities are united by a passion for the sport and belief in its potential to accelerate sustainable human progress and create a better future for people and planet. www.FIAFormulaE.com For Formula E media enquiries, please contact - media@fiaformulae.com About ABB ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. The company's solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered and operated. Building on more than 130 years of excellence, ABB's ~105,000 employees are committed to driving innovations that accelerate industrial transformation. www.abb.com To View the Image Click on the Link Below: DHL Motorsports Team at a Formula E Race

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