DHL eCommerce and USPS have announced a new exclusive multi-year agreement worth $10 billion. While the two organizations have worked together for more than 25 years, this is the first time they have entered into a long-term multi-year contract.
Under the agreement, DHL eCommerce will handle package pickup, sorting, and transportation through its network of 19 automated hubs across the U.S. Packages will then be handed over to USPS for final-mile delivery to more than 170 million delivery points across 41,550 ZIP Codes, six days per week.
For sellers, this is another sign that major logistics providers are looking for more predictable and scalable delivery networks. DHL gains a dependable last-mile partner, while USPS secures a long-term revenue stream and higher package volume.
One interesting detail is that USPS recently introduced a new auction-based system designed to better price its delivery capacity for large customers such as Amazon and other carriers. However, USPS confirmed that DHL did not simply win the business through a $10 billion bid. Instead, the auction process helped USPS better understand market demand and influenced how this agreement was structured.
The timing is also notable. USPS reported a $9 billion loss in 2025 and has been working to improve profitability through network optimization and new commercial agreements. While this deal alone will not eliminate those losses, it provides USPS with predictable recurring revenue and strengthens utilization of its nationwide delivery network.
The agreement also highlights an ongoing trend in eCommerce logistics: partnerships between carriers are becoming increasingly important. Rather than building duplicate delivery networks, companies are focusing on their strengths. DHL manages pickup, sorting, and transportation, while USPS handles the final mile, one of the most expensive parts of the delivery process.
As shipping costs and delivery expectations continue to rise, we will likely see more strategic partnerships like this across the logistics industry.
