Holt Renfrew chooses DHL for air freight and brokerage

Miami, Fla. – Holt Renfrew has chosen DHL Global Forwarding as sole logistics provider for its air freight and Customs brokerage services. DHL Supply Chain will also be part of the new partnership, providing key warehousing needs and expertise.

The deal follows Holt’s announcement in June of a major expansion in its stores and the adoption of new customer-facing retail technology. The company is investing over $400 million to renovate and expand its outlets across Canada.

“At DHL Global Forwarding we are excited to enter into a new relationship with Holt Renfrew to provide them with unparalleled logistics expertise for their air freight and customs needs,” said Renata Mihich, managing director for DHL Global Forwarding, Canada.

“They are in a unique position as Canada’s specialty luxury retailer with close to two centuries of experience in providing high-end fashion products to Canadians throughout the country. Coupled with DHL’s unmatched global network, Holt Renfrew is able to deliver those luxury goods into the hands of consumers in a more timely and efficient manner.”

The new multi-year deal with DHL includes air freight shipments of designer brand clothing for men and women, accessories, beauty products and fragrances from Europe, the U.S. and Asia to the retailer’s nine stores in Canada. Additionally, DHL Global Forwarding will provide a dedicated warehouse with specialized IT infrastructure managed by DHL Supply Chain in Europe.

DHL has a significant infrastructure and operational presence in most global retail markets, with a portfolio of services that spans everything from supply chain strategy and network design to in-store logistics. DHL Global Forwarding has invested in several fashion and apparel centres of excellence in key Asia Pacific markets.