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DHL Supply Chain appoints new president to lead the automotive business

DHL Supply Chain appoints new president to lead the automotive business
DC Velocity Staff
By DC Velocity StaffFeb 05, 2017
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WESTERVILLE, OHIO February 6, 2017: DHL Supply Chain, the Americas' leader in contract logistics and part of Deutsche Post DHL Group, announces the appointment of Dennis Lutwen to President Automotive, North America.

Lutwen joined DHL Supply Chain in 2003 and has been leading the dedicated transportation operations in North America, following roles in both operations and finance within the automotive and consumer sectors.

"I'm looking forward to continuing to provide innovative supply chain solutions to the automotive industry, and helping our customers utilize DHL Supply Chain's vast contract logistics expertise to achieve the supply chain value they desire," said Lutwen.

Lutwen has a bachelor's degree in accountancy from Miami University and a MBA from the University of Toledo. He will continue to be based in Westerville.

"Lutwen plays an integral role in the continued growth and success of DHL Supply Chain's logistic solutions for the automotive industry, so we are pleased by this promotion," said Scott Sureddin, Chief Executive Officer, DHL Supply Chain North America. "With Lutwen's extensive expertise in the logistics and automotive industries, we can ensure our automotive customers receive the most innovative solutions that meet all of their supply chain needs."

For more information about DHL Supply Chain's automotive solutions, please visit www.DHL-USA.com/supplychain.

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DHL - The logistics company for the world

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL family of divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 340,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, energy, automotive and retail, a proven commitment to corporate responsibility and an unrivalled presence in developing markets, DHL is decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world".

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 59 billion euros in 2015.

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