According to parcelandpostaltechnologyinternational.com, DHL Supply Chain has entered into an agreement to acquire Open Market, a logistics and transportation operator headquartered in Colombia.
Strategic Expansion in Latin America
The acquisition advances DHL Group’s strategy to grow its presence in the healthcare and logistics sectors by 2030. Hendrik Venter, CEO of DHL Supply Chain, stated: “This step reflects our strategic focus on strengthening our capabilities in regions and sectors that show sustained, long-term growth. Colombia’s strong economic momentum and rising demand for integrated logistics and transport services make it a key growth market for DHL Group.”
The move follows DHL’s recent expansion of the Constellation Distribution Center logistics hub in Cota, near Bogotá. Agustín Croche, CEO Latin America of DHL Supply Chain, emphasized that the deal strengthens DHL’s logistics solutions portfolio by adding Open Market’s capabilities in transportation, packaging, and temperature-controlled operations — critical for pharmaceutical and medical product distribution.
Integration of Physical and Human Assets
DHL Supply Chain will integrate Open Market’s network of 21 warehouses, totaling 120,000m² of warehouse space, 13 cross-docking platforms, and a dedicated fleet of vehicles. The acquisition also brings 4,100 employees into DHL’s regional operations.
This infrastructure expansion directly supports DHL Health Logistics, reinforcing its global capacity to serve highly regulated and operationally demanding sectors. The integration is designed to enhance end-to-end supply chain visibility and compliance readiness across Colombia’s evolving regulatory landscape.
Strategic Rationale from Both Sides
Anibal Wadih, Chairman of the Board of Open Market, confirmed the sale aligns with the company’s decision to concentrate investment and capabilities in Brazil. He said: “The decision to sell our Open Market operations in Colombia is part of our strategy to focus our investment and capabilities in Brazil. Our priority is to ensure continuity, preserve the quality and reliability of our service, and protect what has been built over the years. We are proud to leave that legacy in the hands of DHL, a company with extensive experience in the global logistics industry and undoubtedly the perfect company for Open Market’s next chapter.”
The transaction underscores a broader shift toward consolidation in Latin American logistics, particularly in high-compliance verticals such as healthcare. It also signals DHL’s commitment to scaling its cold chain and regulatory-compliant infrastructure ahead of its 2030 targets.
Source: parcelandpostaltechnologyinternational.com
Compiled from international media by the SCI.AI editorial team.
