DHL Appoints New Senior VP, Humanitarian Affairs

DHL Americas, a Plantation, Fla., package delivery company, said it has appointed Dan Ludwig to the position of senior vice president to oversee the carrier’s newly created office of Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Management.

Ludwig will lead a team responsible for providing direction and support across business units for DHL planning, preparation and response to all emergencies, including natural disasters. He also will work with government organizations and DHL, partners, including the United Nations and local civil entities, on emergency planning and response.

Ludwig has more than 18 years’ experience in the transportation and logistics industry, including the acquisition of the Exel logistics company in 2005 by Deutsche Post World Net, DHL’s parent company. He has held senior positions with Exel in such areas as freight management, financial management and supply chain services.