DHL has completed a $4.2m investment programme in Lebanon - which includes the expansion of the DHL Express Beirut Airport Facility at Rafik Hariri International Airport.
The outlay has also seen the creation a new logistics facility at the Beirut Free Zone, in celebration of the 35th anniversary of DHL Express in Lebanon.
The airside facility is the only logistics facility of its kind in Lebanon and DHL is the sole international express company operating such a capability, it confirmed.
The investment programme also "bolstered DHL's network capabilities in Lebanon with the addition of three new service points and refurbishment of two locations. DHL customers in Lebanon can better leverage DHL's Middle East logistics network, and stand to benefit from enhanced service quality and reduced shipment transit times," a company statement said.
Garry Kemp, managing director, DHL Express Middle East, North Africa and Turkey (MENAT), said: "DHL has invested ahead of the curve to ensure that we are well placed to meet the growing business needs of the Lebanese customer and developing economy. Despite the tough economic landscape, Lebanon has emerged strong and we expect this positive growth trend to continue.
"The Middle East remains a key growth region with strong business opportunities and DHL's continued investment in Lebanon demonstrates the company's confidence in the country's growth potential," he added.
With a vast increase in capacity, the DHL Express Beirut airport facility has doubled in size and now spans more than 6,000 square metres and serves as a gateway for both air and road shipment.
The facility is fully compliant with TAPA security guidelines, is temperature controlled and operates 24/7 throughout the year. The state of the art facilities and on-site customs clearance provide all the capabilities that allow DHL to ensure customer shipments are handled and delivered with maximum efficiency at the shortest transit timings, the company said.
