DHL Supply Chain has announced it has been appointed by Siemens Mobility, a leader in intelligent rail transport solutions, in a new multi-year transport contract. Through the contract, DHL will deliver vital rail components to depots across the UK, supporting the repair, maintenance, and refurbishment of trains.
DHL will operate two fleets out of Siemens Mobility’s Rail Components Distribution Centres in Kettering and Goole, delivering to Siemens Mobility’s depots, outstations, and sub-supplier sites.
Reflecting both companies' shared commitment to carbon reduction, 70% of DHL’s fleet dedicated to the contract is powered by Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), and the remainder will transition by the end of the year. Using HVO across the fleet lowers carbon emissions by approximately 80%.
By leveraging DHL's integrated data solutions, including its MySupplyChain platform, the new contract will also enhance Siemens Mobility’s visibility of parts flows, enabling smarter inventory management to provide greater operational resilience. Meanwhile, transport planning will be managed through DHL's Connected Control Tower in Tamworth, giving real-time visibility of goods in transit as well as enabling optimised route planning.
DHL will provide Siemens Mobility with same-day deliveries for urgent repairs to keep rail services running smoothly. This expedited service ensures minimal disruption to operations while improving overall service reliability.
Wayne Jay, VP Operations at DHL Supply Chain UK & Ireland, said:
“We are proud to work with Siemens Mobility on this new contract, combining our scale, flexibility, and sustainability credentials to deliver a transport solution that is both resilient and future-focused. With our Connected Control Tower and HVO-powered fleet, we are ensuring Siemens has the speed, visibility, and reliability needed to support essential rail operations across the UK.”
Sambit Banerjee, Joint CEO of Siemens Mobility UK&I, said:
“We’re delighted to partner with DHL to further enhance the delivery of materials from our Siemens Mobility distribution centres to our train fleets, helping keep passengers moving. This collaboration supports our mission to transform rail travel and forms an important part of our efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of our logistics operations. ”
