DHL, the Official Logistics Partner for Formula 1® since 2004,delivered this weekend’s event in Singapore, the first race in Asiaof the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship. The event inSingapore signals the first flight for the new DHL x Formula 1®co-branded Boeing 777, arriving in Changi Airport.
As the longest-standing global partner of Formula 1® andindustry leader in green logistics, DHL plays an important role inhelping Formula 1 achieve its journey towards Net Zero by 2030. Inaddition to the Boeing 777, whose fuel-efficient technology reducescarbon emissions by 18% over legacy aircraft, DHL uses multi-modaltransport solutions, including overland and ocean freight.Moreover, DHL trucks are e with GPS to monitor fuelconsumption and optimize routes.
“DHL and Formula 1 are committed in working together to reduceits impact on the environment, whilst continuing to provide a safeand enjoyable event for fans,” says Arjan Sissing, Head of GlobalBrand Marketing at DHL Group.
This year marked a significant milestone as DHL and F1 tookgreen logistics to the next level by introducing 18 newbiofuel-powered trucks specifically for the European leg of theseason over the summer. The new trucks run on HVO100 drop-in fuel(hydrotreated vegetable oil), where each truck can reduce anaverage reduction of 83% in carbon emissions compared to standardfuels. DHL and F1 are continuously exploring new solutions tofurther reduce Formula 1’s carbon footprint, including plans toincorporate sustainable fuels.
This season the DHL Motorsports team will cover up to 150,000km,including six double headers, two triple headers, and an inauguralrace in Las Vegas. DHL helps transports broadcast e, carand team e, hospitality e, fuel and tires.
As part of the Formula 1® festivities in Singapore, DHL willdisplay a DHL-branded race car at Raffles Shopping Centre from11-18 September. DHL will also partner with its long-standingcharity partner, the Singapore Red Cross (SRC), for a fundraisingactivity from 15-17 September. Members of the public who areinterested in donating can visit the display at the shopping mall,make a donation and stand a chance to win some DHL and Red Crossmerchandise. All proceeds from the event will go to SRC to helpvulnerable communities. This would include the isolated elderly,persons with severe disabilities and families in need.