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DHL calls for stricter regulations on heavy parcel delivery
ONE REPORT·Published ·Main source · Heise Online
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DHL, BPEX, Verdi
Germany
2026-07-26
Original reports
DHL executive Nikola Hagleitner proposes a legal requirement for two-person delivery for parcels over 23kg.
The proposal aims to protect workers' health, citing high rates of musculoskeletal issues.
Competitors and industry associations oppose the move, citing labor shortages and environmental impact.
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