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DHL Birmingham (UK) Facility Becomes 300th TAPA-Certified Site

By Minjun Park
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DHL Express Birmingham (UK) achieves TAPA “A” certification, becoming the 300th TAPA-certified site in the DHL Express global network.

The Birmingham Service Centre of DHL Express in the UK, has become the 300th facility worldwide to be awarded with the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) security certification.

This independent recognition confirms that DHL Express has implemented the highest security standards for transporting shipments through the supply chain.

This milestone for the DHL Express global network demonstrates the company’s commitment and tireless efforts to meet the highest TAPA Freight Security Requirements (FSR) worldwide.

The internationally recognized TAPA certification is one of the most rigorous logistics and supply chain security certifications.

This independently audited certification is widely respected as the leading security standard in this sector, and focuses on the way in which high-value goods are handled, warehoused and transported.

As the global leading logistics provider DHL Express ensures that its processes and services provide the highest standards possible in the industry.

DHL is Global Leader in TAPA Certified Facilities

With 300 certified TAPA Level A and B sites, DHL Express is the global industry leader with the number of TAPA certified facilities.

The accredited facilities now span 82 countries, with 96 DHL Express facilities located in Europe, 87 in Asia-Pacific, 25 in China, 43 in the Americas, 30 in Sub Saharan Africa and there were 19 certificates obtained in the Middle East and North Africa.

 

 

Questions & Answers

Q.

What does TAPA certification signify for the DHL Birmingham facility?

A.

TAPA certification confirms that the DHL Birmingham facility has implemented the highest security standards for transporting shipments through the supply chain. It is widely respected as the leading security standard for handling, warehousing, and transporting high-value goods.

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How many TAPA-certified sites does DHL Express now have globally, and how are they distributed?

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DHL Express now has 300 TAPA-certified sites across its global network, spanning 82 countries. These include 96 facilities in Europe, 87 in Asia-Pacific, 25 in China, 43 in the Americas, 30 in Sub-Saharan Africa, and 19 in the Middle East and North Africa.

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What is the significance of the Birmingham site achieving this certification?

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The Birmingham site's certification is significant because it marks the 300th TAPA-certified facility in the DHL Express global network. This milestone demonstrates the company's commitment to meeting TAPA Freight Security Requirements worldwide.

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