DHL–JG Summit venture launches one of PH’s largest EV fleets

DHL Summit Solutions, Inc. (DSSI), the joint venture between DHL Supply Chain APAC and JG Summit Holdings Inc., marked a significant milestone in its sustainability roadmap with the launch of its electric vehicle (EV) fleet, positioning the company among the Philippines’ largest logistics operators with an owned EV lineup.

The investment includes 23 electric vehicles and 22 prime movers, reinforcing DSSI’s commitment to decarbonizing transport operations in line with DHL Group’s global goal of raising the share of EVs in its first- and last-mile fleet to more than 66 percent by 2030, and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Strengthening a sustainability partnership

“This milestone reflects the strong partnership between DHL Supply Chain and JG Summit Holdings, Inc., and our shared ambition to build a cleaner and more efficient transport network for the Philippines,” said Edwin Wong, CEO of DHL Supply Chain Southeast Asia and interim managing director of DSSI.

He added that DSSI is accelerating decarbonization through the deployment of larger EV fleets, smarter routing, and emission-reducing transport solutions. 

“The launch of this new fleet raises the bar for sustainable logistics in the country while strengthening our ability to support customers with reliable and future-ready transport services,” Wong noted.

Alan Surposa, chief resource officer of JG Summit Holdings Inc., said the collaboration demonstrates the conglomerate’s commitment to building an efficient and environmentally responsible logistics network. 

“By investing in EVs and advanced technologies, we are helping shape a cleaner, smart future for the Philippines,” he said.

Lower emissions, higher efficiency

DSSI’s new EV fleet advances a two-pronged sustainability approach:

• Lower emissions, with zero tailpipe-emission EVs supporting cleaner air in dense urban corridors; and
• Higher efficiency, through next-generation prime movers equipped with smart routing and load-optimization systems that allow fewer trucks to transport more goods.

The company is further integrating operations through DHL’s Connected Control Tower (CCT), which provides real-time visibility, predictive maintenance, and centralized management from order receipt to delivery. 

This system aims to boost fleet utilization, reduce downtime, and streamline decision-making.

Operational advantage in restricted zones

Beyond sustainability, the EV fleet offers a strategic edge: EVs are allowed to operate during truck-ban hours in major cities, enabling DSSI to meet time-sensitive delivery windows in restricted urban areas.

Formed in 2019, DSSI continues to invest in future-ready logistics solutions to support the Philippines’ growing supply chain needs. —Ed: Corrie S. Narisma