The logistics provider DHL Supply Chain has broken ground on a European battery logistics center in Holtum, Netherlands. Scheduled to begin operations in early 2027, the facility will feature approximately 17,000 square meters of storage and service space for high-voltage batteries. According to the company, the facility will be closely integrated with DHL Supply Chain’s neighboring automotive site.
The new hub is designed for batteries used in electric vehicles, as well as in battery energy storage systems, including home and solar storage systems. DHL states that this move is in response to the growing demand for specialized logistics solutions for batteries.
Technical Services for the Battery Lifecycle
In addition to storage, the site will also offer a suite of technical services. These include diagnostics and performance testing, charging and conditioning, repairs, reverse logistics, and preparation for recycling processes. With this, DHL aims to consolidate several steps of the battery lifecycle at a single location.
A central component of the concept is proximity to the existing automotive and spare parts site. The two sites are intended to form an integrated campus. Target customers for the services offered include those in the electric mobility, industrial, and energy sectors. Holtum is located near major transportation routes connecting the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. DHL also emphasizes its proximity to a container and inland waterway terminal on the Juliana Canal. This provides customers with additional transport options.
The new facility is part of the DHL Group’s Strategy 2030. The company classifies battery logistics under the “New Energy” division and anticipates growth in this area across Europe.
