DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group and Hillebrand Gori — a DHL company — announced that Dominique von Orelli has taken over as CEO of Hillebrand Gori effective immediately.

von Orelli will succeed Tim Scharwath, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding, Freight, who held both functions and successfully drove the integration of Hillebrand Gori since the acquisition in March 2022.

 (L-R: Dominique von Orelli, CEO of Hillebrand Gori; Casper Ellerbaek, Global Head of Ocean Freight)

In a statement, DHL said von Orelli will continue to report to Scharwath and will maintain responsibility for Ocean Freight in the coming months in addition to his new role. 

"In almost four decades with DHL, Dominique has been instrumental in positioning Ocean Freight as a strong core product within DHL Global Forwarding and a leader in the industry. With his excellent business knowledge, Dominique has also played an important role in the acquisition and integration of Hillebrand," Scharwath said.

"Under his leadership, Hillebrand Gori will reach new heights and strengths as an expert in the logistics of beverages, beer, wine and spirits."

Meanwhile, as of September 1, Casper Ellerbaek will join DHL Global Forwarding, succeeding von Orelli as the new Global Head of Ocean Freight.

DHL noted that Ellerbaek, who will also report to Scharwath, comes with an extensive network in the international logistics industry, which he has built up in various management positions in Canada, Europe, the Middle East and over the last 12 years in Asia.

"With Casper Ellerbaek, we have found an experienced leader with vast knowledge and great leadership skills to succeed Dominique. I am confident, that he will continue the successful course Dominique has set for Ocean Freight at DHL Global Forwarding," Scharwath further said.