DHL Group has partnered with hylane to lease 30 Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric trucks, enhancing its sustainable logistics efforts through a flexible pay-per-use model.

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DHL Group has secured a significant partnership with hylane GmbH, a premier commercial vehicle rental provider, to lease 30 units of the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, a state-of-the-art electric truck. Under the innovative 'Transport as a Service' model, hylane will lease the trucks to DHL, which will be billed based on the kilometers driven rather than outright purchasing the vehicles. This leasing strategy aligns with DHL's sustainability initiatives and allows for greater flexibility in managing their logistics operations.

The eActros 600 trucks are expected to serve the Post & Parcel Germany division, facilitating transport between various parcel centers. Scheduled for delivery by the end of Q2 2026, this acquisition marks a notable expansion for hylane, which has previously focused on fuel cell electric trucks and is now broadening its portfolio with these advanced battery-electric vehicles.

Industry Overview in Germany

The logistics industry in Germany is rapidly transforming due to the increasing emphasis on sustainability and reduced carbon emissions. With Europe being a leader in environmental regulations, the market for electric commercial veh