DHL Plans to Double Parcel Lockers Across Germany by 2030

The logistics giant aims to expand its automated stations to 30,000, while competitors ramp up their own networks to meet growing demand.

DHL announced plans to increase its parcel locker stations in Germany from 15,000 to 30,000 by 2030, enhancing accessibility for customers.
Competitors DPD and GLS aim to establish 3,000 shared stations by 2027, while Austrian provider myflexbox targets 5,000 stations by 2030.
DHL's new subsidiary, DeinFach, will launch 60 multi-use lockers by the end of January, with a goal of reaching over 1,000 by year-end.
Automated stations are seen as a cost-effective alternative to home delivery, reducing delivery costs and offering 24/7 customer convenience.
Industry experts estimate Germany needs over 100,000 parcel lockers to meet demand, with urban space and bureaucracy posing challenges to expansion.