DHL Express names Peter Bardens as SVP Asia-Pacific

DHL Express announced the appointment of Peter Bardens as Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific network operations & aviation.

Bardens will bring his experience from managing ground operations in Europe, according to the official press release from DHL Express. He will also join the DHL Express Asia Pacific management board.

In his new role, Bardens will head the ground and aviation network in Asia Pacific, comprising more than 25 freighters, 7,200 pick-up and delivery vehicles, and 1,100 facilities, the release added. “The facilities form a connected system of 50 gateways and three main hubs in Bangkok, Hong Kong and Singapore where approximately 710 flights pass through per day.”

Based in Singapore, Bardens replaces Sean Wall who will move on to a global role to oversee ground operations, effective January 1, 2025, the release added.

Ken Lee, CEO, Asia Pacific, DHL Express says: "We own a strong, well-oiled aviation and ground operations network that facilitates global trade flows and movement of crucial shipments round the clock. The efficiency and reliability of our network are vital to a growing customer base looking to buy and sell from anywhere in the world. Peter has a proven track record of delivering results and driving operational excellence in Europe. His competence in operations planning and people-first leadership approach will be instrumental to bolstering our Asia-Pacific network and meeting our customer demands.”

Bardens adds: "Asia Pacific's logistics is highly demanding. I am honoured to lead and guide the passionate and adaptable team here that has consistently shown a positive attitude to operate and deliver with precision and relentless efficiency. I am confident that my vast network and ground operations planning background will help guide the team to navigate this landscape's ever-evolving market demands.”