The express carrier is responding to surging demand for export capacity from Vietnam's expanding high-tech manufacturing sector
DHL Express has added over 300 tons of weekly additional air cargo capacity out of Hanoi, Vietnam to meet export demand driven by Vietnam’s expanding technology manufacturing sector.
A combination of Boeing 777 and Airbus A330 freighters now operate daily from Monday to Saturday, transporting shipments from Hanoi to other regions via Hong Kong.
For the first half of 2025, DHL Express saw double digit increase in tech-related shipment exports from Hanoi. The new flights connect more Vietnamese businesses to their international partners and customers in key global markets, including North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia, said DHL Express.
"Vietnam's role in global trade is accelerating, fueled by geographic advantages, a skilled workforce, and consistent inflows of foreign investment," said Peter Bardens, senior vice president for network operations & aviation – Asia Pacific, DHL Express.
"It has risen as a tech manufacturing powerhouse in recent years, especially in the northern region where Hanoi is seeing a boom in high-tech exports. By enhancing our air network in Hanoi, we are reinforcing Vietnam's role in global trade and ensuring that our customers can also capitalize on the country's growth momentum."
In recent years, DHL Express has expanded its footprint and enhanced facilities in Vietnam. This includes the opening of the new Hanoi Gateway facility located near the city's Noi Bai International Airport as well as the West service center in Hanoi.
As companies continue to diversify their supply chains, Vietnam has emerged as a preferred manufacturing hub—particularly for high-tech products such as laptops and electronics.
The country's Ministry of Information and Communications forecasts that the ICT industry will achieve $169.3bn in total revenue in 2025, an 11.4% increase from 2024.
Hardware and electronics exports are expected to grow by 12.3%, reaching $148.5bn.
Additionally, the DHL Trade Atlas 2025 has highlighted that Vietnam is forecast to rank among the top 30 countries globally for both the speed and scale of trade growth in the next five years.
Vietnam is also one of the top 20 high-growth markets identified by DHL Group, benefiting from strong geographic tailwinds and its strategic location in Southeast Asia.
