DHL has ordered 12 fully electric Alice eCargo planes from Seattle-based Eviation with expected delivery to DHL Express in 2024.

“We firmly believe in a future with zero-emission logistics,” said John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express. “Therefore, our investments always follow the objective of improving our carbon footprint. On our way to clean logistics operations, the electrification of every transport mode plays a crucial role and will significantly contribute to our overall sustainability goal of zero emissions.”

Alice can be flown by a single pilot and will carry 1.2 tonnes. It will require 30 minutes or less to charge per flight hour and have a maximum range of up to 440 nautical miles. Alice will operate in all environments currently serviced by piston and turbine aircraft. The aircraft would be ideal for feeder routes and requires less investment in station infrastructure. The Alice can be charged while loading and unloading operations occur, ensuring quick turnaround times that maintain DHL Express schedules.

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