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DHL New Energy Conference: Powering Supply Chains for the Energy Transition

DHL employees near solar panels and wind turbines

DHL Group has identified New Energy as a key growth sector under its Strategy 2030. Consequently, the topic of discussion for decision-makers and leading industry experts in Cologne in September will be New Energy. DHL is inviting interested executives to this forward-thinking event.

Driving Innovation, Sustainability, and Growth in the Energy Transition Together

The DHL New Energy Conference will take place in Troisdorf near Cologne from September 10 to 11, 2025. Under the banner of “Powering Supply Chains for the Energy Transition”, this distinctive event will cover the entire new energy value chain. The cross-industry conference will bring together industry leaders, innovation drivers, and logistics experts to discuss topics ranging from renewable energies and battery storage to electric vehicles, hydrogen, and alternative fuels. The conference is about nothing less than the future of the new energy ecosystem.

The New Energy transition isn’t a distant goal – it’s reshaping industries, supply chains, and the way we move the world today. This conference brings together the minds and momentum to build a more sustainable, resilient future.

– DHL New Energy Board

What to Expect at the New Energy Conference

At the New Energy Conference, you will gain exclusive insights into the latest trends and strategies that are transforming new energy logistics. Leading industry experts and representatives of global brands will deliver inspiring keynotes on this topic.

The keynotes are complemented by breakout sessions. These focused workshops provide practical solutions for the logistics of renewable energy. Here, you can exchange experiences, discuss ideas, and collaborate with like-minded individuals.

Additionally, these breakout sessions, as well as the breaks, the networking dinner, and networking lunches offer unique opportunities to establish contacts with other executives. Expand your professional network and build new, cross-industry collaborations at the DHL New Energy Conference.

Overview of the New Energy Conference

1 ½ Days, Over 200 Senior Executives, 12 Breakout Sessions

The forum is divided into four main categories:

  • Industry Dynamics and Strategic Approaches
  • Solutions for the Energy Transition
  • Leveraging New Energy Solutions
  • Collaborating in the New Energy Ecosystem

A visionary sneak peek into the future of value creation rounds off the thematic diversity.

With its comprehensive range of topics, the New Energy Conference brings together stakeholders from every sector of the new energy value chain, from energy generation and storage to distribution and end use. Forward-thinking senior executives will discuss the role of logistics in supporting new energy industries.

This concentration of diverse expertise creates a dynamic platform for discussing common challenges, sharing proven strategies, and gaining insights that drive innovation and mutual progress.

Would you like to learn more? Read the flyer for the industry event to find all the speakers, the complete conference agenda, and other important information.

The Conference Venue Itself Is a Statement

The New Energy Conference will be held at DHL’s state-of-the-art European Innovation Center (EPIC). This is where bold ideas meet real solutions. EPIC is more than just a venue – it embodies a philosophy.

EPIC is built entirely of cross-laminated timber and powered by green technologies. It unites innovation, sustainability, and ambition. Come experience a venue that inspires forward-thinking encounters and brings the future of new energy logistics to life.

Would you like to join us in exploring new trends, practical solutions, and collaborative approaches? If you’re looking for inspiration to future-proof your business in the rapidly evolving landscape of new energies, we invite you to our location in Troisdorf, near Cologne. Be among the first in the world to experience the new DHL Innovation Center.

The new European Innovation Center 2.0

Focus on New Energies in the DHL Freight Green Technology Roadmap

As one of the biggest growth drivers, New Energy opens strategic future potential for DHL Group. Accordingly, new energy sources play a central role in Strategy 2030. DHL’s strategy, under the heading “Accelerating Sustainable Growth”, outlines end-to-end logistics solutions for eight segments: wind, solar, EV and batteries, battery and energy storage system, EV charging, grid, alternative fuel, and hydrogen.

The DHL Freight Green Technology Roadmap outlines the specific strategic measures that DHL’s road freight division is taking to minimize pollutant emissions through environmentally friendly practices, with the goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. On the path from “Burn Less” to “Burn Clean”, DHL Freight has already made significant progress and set ambitious goals. You can find out how we intend to achieve these goals in the Green Technology Roadmap.

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