DHL Names Tay Yi Ning To Lead Asia Pacific Innovation Center, Aiming For Futuristic Logistics Solutions

SINGAPORE - In a strategic move to bolster its innovation capabilities, DHL, a global leader in logistics, has announced the appointment of Tay Yi Ning as the new Head of its Asia Pacific Innovation Centre located in Singapore. Yi Ning is set to enhance the centre's role in developing forward-thinking logistics solutions and emphasizing customer focus. Her leadership will be instrumental in promoting innovative customer engagements and facilitating collaborative efforts with solution providers and start-ups.

Yi Ning's appointment is pivotal for DHL as she brings nearly two decades of customer relations experience within the company to her new role. Her expertise is expected to drive the exploration and integration of technology into scalable logistics solutions, addressing the unique challenges faced by customers across the region.

Eric Vargas, Head of Innovation Centers, Global and Europe at DHL, expressed confidence in Yi Ning's capabilities. "Asia Pacific continues to play a crucial role in the global innovation landscape. With Yi Ning's extensive experience and pioneering approach to business solutions in logistics, we are poised to further establish DHL as an innovative leader in this region," Vargas stated.

Yi Ning is no stranger to DHL, having started her career with the group in 2008 within the technology business development team of DHL Global Forwarding. She later transitioned to the DHL Customer Solutions and Innovation (CSI) team in 2015 as Regional Customer Director for the technology sector. Her journey within DHL has been marked by significant contributions to strategic customer support until her recent appointment.

"The current times are ripe for innovation, with companies increasingly seeking efficient and effective solutions," said Yi Ning Tay. "At the DHL Asia Pacific Innovation Center, our goal is to create smart logistics solutions that address our customers' challenges and global issues. I am excited to lead our dedicated team towards enhancing our platform for logistics innovation in Asia Pacific."

The DHL Innovation Center in Singapore, inaugurated in 2015, stands as the company's first such facility in the Asia Pacific region. It serves as a hub for innovative logistics solutions catering to diverse customer needs. The center also offers tailored workshops and custom tours, providing a platform for customers, partners, and thought leaders to exchange expertise and insights on the latest trends in logistics.

DHL operates three additional innovation centers globally, located in Troisdorf, Germany; Chicago, USA; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. These centers underscore the company's commitment to leading the future of logistics through innovation.

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