DHL ships Gorenje’s household appliances

DHL Global Forwarding expands its cooperation with Gorenje. The air and sea freight specialist of Deutsche Post DHL Group has taken over responsibility for the international and domestic cargo transport needs of the European manufacturer of household appliances.

DHL will support the international transfer of goods to help Gorenje to follow their growth plans and extend their business on a global level. The agreement comprises the processing of the company’s logistic needs in 90 countries. The contract came into effect in January and comprises an annual freight volume of approximately 2,200 (TEU). The main trade lanes are imports from China via Hamburg to Nuremberg and exports from Slovenia to Australia which will be handled via seaway and overland.

“Knowing Gorenje Group for over six years and knowing their needs and expectations in detail enables us to offer tailor-made solutions. DHL is adding real value to Gorenje’s business by aligning all processes efficiently and replicable as well as providing opportunities for further progress,” said Sabine Eisses, Country Manager Slovenia and Croatia, DHL Global Forwarding.

Within its 66 year lasting company history, Gorenje Group has developed two global and six local brands. Gorenje Group manufactures technologically advanced, energy-efficient household appliances like for example fridges, washing machines, laundry dryer and ovens. The group is well known for its tasteful and modern design and has a particularly strong presence in e.g. Eastern Europe, Finland, Austria and Russia.

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