Press releases

GLS Netherlands is significantly expanding its network of Parcel Points through cooperation with PostNL. PostNL has opened its automated parcel lockers to other transport companies and, since March, consumers can go to the same automated parcel locker for both GLS Netherlands and PostNL parcels. GLS deliveries can therefore not only be delivered to the 800 GLS Parcel Shops, but now they can also be delivered to the nearly 1,100 automated parcel lockers from the PostNL network in the Netherlands. This more than doubles the number of Parcel Points available to GLS customers. With the expansion, GLS Netherlands offers improved coverage, for more flexibility and choice in delivery methods.

Parcel service GLS Netherlands in collaboration with robotic systems integrator AWL, has installed a new robotic solution at its Utrecht sorting centre. The Robotic Singulator, named ROSI, recently started working on processing and sorting mini-parcels on the conveyor belt. This implementation is not only the first step in a wider project aimed at increasing parcel processing efficiency, but also the very first installation within GLS Group. Moreover, this is one of the first times ROSI has been implemented worldwide.

PostNL is opening its automated parcel lockers to other carriers. GLS Netherlands is the first carrier to start using this network. From March, consumers will be able to use the same automated parcel lockers for parcels from PostNL as well as from GLS Netherlands.

GLS Netherlands opened its new depot at Azeven business park in Drachten on 1 November. The new location replaces the depot in Groningen after 20 years. The depot in Drachten is larger, has a convenient location and a fully automated sorting system, allowing the company to better serve customers in the region.

Two new sorting machines have come into operation at GLS Netherlands' Utrecht depot. This has more than doubled the sorting speed: as of mid-August, more than 10,000 parcels per hour can be processed. The aim of the renovation was to set up a new, modern sorting system, making the Utrecht depot ready for the future. This allows GLS Netherlands to send parcels from sender to recipient even faster.

The holiday season is in sight, which means we are currently in one of the busiest periods of the year for e-commerce companies and delivery services. Despite the current economic developments, GLS Netherlands once again expects high volumes during Peak Season. As always, the delivery company helps spread the festive spirit and GLS Netherlands has taken several steps, such as assigning additional staff, to meet customers' expectations and needs during this busy period.

GLS Netherlands has started construction of its new depot at the Azeven industrial estate in Drachten. The company has ambitious plans for the new, modern location, which will eventually replace the current depot in Groningen. Thanks to a larger area, a convenient location and a fully automated sorting system, GLS Netherlands will be able to better serve customers in Friesland, Groningen and Drenthe in the future.

GLS reveals its updated brand identity today. The brand refresh builds upon what has made GLS successful in the fast-changing world of parcel services and supports the company’s growth ambitions. At its core, GLS makes every parcel delivery personal with its seamless solutions. The refreshed brand identity reflects the company’s undertaking with a fresh, dynamic and digital-friendly look.

Starting this year, GLS Netherlands has introduced climate neutral delivery - for all parcels shipped within the Netherlands and to other countries. In addition to measures to reduce and avoid CO2 emissions, the company is also committed to full compensation by VCS and Gold Standard projects.

GLS expands the international returns shipment over the GLS ParcelShops to four more countries. With the ShopReturnService, GLS customers and their private recipients have a flexible solution for national and international returns within Europe.