News / DHL Express admits Amazon could become a competitor in logistics arena

There are industry concerns over Amazon’s ventures into logistics, with one operator admitting it could find itself competing with the e-commerce giant.

Chief executive of DHL Express Ken Allen stood firm on his belief Amazon posed no threat to his company’s future, but told The Loadstar there was a potential threat on the domestic front.

“It could compete with Deutsche Post in Germany, but I don’t see it – at least immediately – offering a service from, say, Australia to Nigeria,” said Mr Allen.

“Therefore, ...