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Posted on March 5, 2026
2 min readLast updated: April 1, 2026
Add as preferred source on GoogleDHL says it continues to accept delivery orders across the Middle East despite the escalating U.S.–Iran conflict, but warns customers that significant delays are likely due to disruptions in air and maritime routes.
By Emanuele Berro
March 5 (Reuters) - DHL is still accepting delivery orders in the Middle East despite the escalating conflict, its chief executive said on Thursday, but warned there would be delays.
The escalation of the U.S.-Iran war affects the whole region, including deliveries to Israel that are currently moved via Cyprus, CEO Tobias Meyer told a press conference after the German logistics group's annual results.
Meyer added that DHL still adheres to its investment plans in the Middle East.
"Those are long-term investments and we're of the opinion that the region is still attractive," he said.
Logistics and shipping companies are facing mounting disruption across air and sea routes as the conflict entered its sixth day.
Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday forced major ocean carriers including Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd and CMA CGM to once again divert vessels around Africa, adding significant transit time and costs.
U.S. parcel giant FedEx said on Monday it was temporarily halting services in five countries in the region.
(Reporting by Emanuele Berro in Gdansk, editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)
Yes, DHL continues to accept delivery orders in the Middle East despite the ongoing conflict.
DHL has warned customers to expect slight delivery delays due to regional disruptions.
The escalation is causing disruptions across air and sea routes, particularly after Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
DHL still plans to adhere to its long-term investment commitments in the region.
Major ocean carriers are diverting vessels around Africa, and FedEx has temporarily halted services in five Middle Eastern countries.
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