DHL Supply Chain Australia has assisted with a major electrical appliance company’s requirement for more sustainable warehousing while passing the milestone of a 10-year relationship.
LG Electronics has worked with its logistics and warehousing partner DHL to relocate its New South Wales DC to a new feature-laden warehouse in Erskine Park.
The new site works with LG’s other DHL-managed warehouses across Australia.
“LG is an incredible business partner and were very pleased that the relationship we’ve developed while managing LG’s domestic transport and warehousing,” says DHL Supply Chain ANZ CEO, Steve Thompsett.
“This has led us to distributing their stock from a warehouse that’s a better fit for purpose, while also helping them to manage sustainability requirements and costs.
“We’re working with an increasing number of customers who are relying on us to fulfil their supply chain sustainability objectives and we’re proud to establish zero operational CO2-emitting warehouses for them, tying in with DHL’s global target of net zero emissions by 2050.”
To meet LG’s sustainability ambitions, the new site is powered by 100 per cent renewable electricity sourced from its 198kWp solar panels on the warehouse’s rooftop, along with renewable sources for any additional electricity required by the site.
The site also benefits from polycarbonate roof panels, which maximise daylight use, energy-efficient ventilation and HVAC system and water efficient fittings.
“This new warehouse, born out of LG and DHL’s strong relationship, is a great example of what can be achieved through goodwill and collaboration,” says Chief Financial Officer for LG Electronics Australia and New Zealand, Mr Seung Joo Lee.
“LG is constantly worked to find ways to deliver more for its customers and this new warehouse is helping us to streamline our customer experience, especially in areas like e-commerce.
“In addition, this innovative site helps us to deliver on our sustainability goals, which includes carbon neutrality and reduced waste, to create a better way of life for all.”
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