Siemens Mobility has appointed DHL Supply Chain to support the distribution of rail components across the UK.
Under the multi-year transport contact, the third-party logistics provider will deliver rail components to depots across the UK, supporting the repair, maintenance and refurbishment of trains.
DHL said it will operate two fleets out of Siemens Mobility’s Rail Components Distribution Centres in Kettering and Goole, delivering to both Siemens depots and outstations, as well as sub-supplier sites.
The scope includes same-day deliveries for urgent repairs to keep rail services running smoothly.
According to DHL, transport planning will be managed through its Connected Control Tower in Tamworth, giving real-time visibility of goods in transit as well as enabling optimised route planning.
“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,” said Sambit Banerjee, joint CEO of Siemens Mobility UK&I.
Banerjee added that the collaboration supports Siemens Mobility’s mission to transform rail travel and forms an “important part” of its efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of logistics operations.
According to DHL, 70% of the fleet dedicated to the contract is powered by hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel, with the remainder will transition by the end of 2025.
