DHL Express opens new EUR 100 million carbon-neutral gateway at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to boost Finnish trade

Delighted to put the new gateway in Helsinki into operation (from left): Mike Parra, CEO of DHL Express Europe, and Oktay Nuri, Managing Director of DHL Express Finland.

(IN BRIEF) DHL Express Finland has opened a new EUR 100 million logistics gateway at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, the largest investment in its history in the country. The 16,000 m² carbon-neutral facility is equipped with automated sorting technology that can process 6,500 shipments per hour, 90 direct loading bays with electric vehicle charging, and direct apron access for faster aircraft handling. Scheduled to begin customer deliveries in October 2025, the gateway doubles DHL’s operational capacity in Finland while advancing its global zero-emissions goal for 2050. The investment underlines DHL’s confidence in Finland’s economy, enhances international connectivity for businesses, and provides employees with modern, sustainable working conditions.

(PRESS RELEASE) HELSINKI, 4-Sep-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — DHL Express Finland has inaugurated a state-of-the-art logistics gateway at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, representing the largest investment in the company’s history in Finland. With a total value of approximately EUR 100 million, the new 16,000 m² facility significantly expands capacity and efficiency, supporting the evolving needs of global supply chains while advancing sustainability goals.

The modern gateway is equipped with an advanced automated sorting system capable of handling up to 6,500 shipments per hour. It also features 90 direct loading bays that connect conveyor systems directly to delivery vehicles, all fitted with electric charging points. With direct access to the airport apron, the facility enables faster aircraft loading and unloading, further strengthening Finland’s role as a vital logistics hub. The first customer deliveries from the new gateway are scheduled to begin in October 2025.

New Gateway at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport

Sustainability is a cornerstone of the project. The terminal is designed to be carbon neutral, relying on geothermal heating, solar energy, energy-efficient construction, LED lighting, and advanced building automation. Robust security features include TAPA A certification and state-of-the-art X-ray scanning equipment for air freight handling.

Commenting on the milestone, Oktay Nuri, Managing Director of DHL Express Finland, said:
“The new gateway is tailored to meet the demands of Finnish business, enabling more efficient and environmentally friendly operations while providing our employees with modern facilities. This investment supports growth and enhances the ability of Finnish companies to compete internationally.”

Mike Parra, CEO of DHL Express Europe, added:
“This gateway is a significant step in our mission of connecting people and improving lives. Our DHL Trade Atlas 2025 research highlights the continued expansion of global trade despite shifting geopolitical dynamics. By investing in infrastructure like this, we ensure that we can meet customer demands with reliable, sustainable, and flexible services. The investment in Finland also reflects our confidence in both the Finnish and European economies.”

More than doubling the operational area of DHL Express Finland’s previous facilities, the new hub combines efficiency, sustainability, and staff well-being. It enhances DHL’s role in providing Finnish companies and consumers with faster, more reliable connections to global markets, continuing the company’s 43-year history of supporting Finland’s international trade.

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