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GLS and DPD launch inboxx as their shared open parcel locker brand
16-March-2026 | Amsterdam
- GLS and DPD are jointly launching inboxx, a shared brand for an open parcel locker network available to customers of both carriers across Germany.
- By end of 2027, the network will offer 20,000 shared OOH points—including up to 6,000 parcel lockers—making it one of the largest open OOH networks in Germany.
- To mark the launch, inboxx is running a brand campaign across Berlin until 19 March, appearing at major transport hubs and high-footfall locations across the city.
Amsterdam, 16 March, 2026 – GLS and DPD are taking their Out-of-Home (OOH) partnership to the next level with the official launch of inboxx, their shared brand for an open, provider-agnostic parcel locker network. OOH is a core part of GLS' strategy and a key driver in making parcel collection and delivery more convenient for customers.
Together, GLS and DPD have set themselves the ambitious goal of establishing one of the largest open OOH networks in Germany by end of 2027. With 10,000 parcel shops each already in operation, customers will have flexible access to 20,000 shared OOH points for sending and receiving their parcels, including up to 6,000 parcel lockers.
What started as a partnership is now getting its own identity. The inboxx network is built as an open platform, giving senders, recipients and in time other market participants access to a powerful urban infrastructure. It creates a shared OOH ecosystem wherever people move through cities. With inboxx, you don't wait for your parcel—your parcel waits for you.
"By launching inboxx, we are establishing an infrastructure model in the German parcel market: open in terms of access and consistently designed from a partner perspective. We’re making a new parcel collection service that’s better and more connected than the usual single-provider options. Our new brand gives our network a clear identity," said Jascha Waffender, Director Out-of-Home at GLS Germany.
"With inboxx, we are creating an ecosystem that makes our service even more convenient and flexible for all customers. Parcels can be picked up and sent in the way that best suits the sender and recipient—and parcel lockers with individual designs for location partners are also possible on request," said Michael Knaupe, Chief Customer Experience & Business Development Officer at DPD Germany.
To mark the launch, inboxx is making its presence felt across Berlin. Until 19 March, a campaign will run across large-format poster sites, info screens, metro boards, beamer ads and fly posters throughout the city. Placed at central transport hubs and key city locations, it positions inboxx as a natural part of everyday urban life.
About GLS
GLS Group is one of the largest parcel services providers in Europe, with a strong local presence in almost all countries across the continent. It also operates through wholly-owned subsidiaries in Canada and on the USA’s West Coast within one GLS network. This allows GLS to seamlessly connect its customers and communities with millions of parcels and stories every day. GLS’ network connects its markets with high velocity and flexibility to respond to their fast-changing and dynamic nature. The company provides high-quality service tailored to its customers’ needs across more than 50 countries. The GLS network consists of over 120 hubs and more than 1,600 depots, supported by more than 36,700 vans, light vehicles and walkers, and 6,400 trucks. This offers network resilience, superior flexibility, and extended reach. In 2024/25, GLS generated record revenues of 5.9 billion euros and delivered 926 million parcels across the markets. For more information, visit www.gls-group.com .
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About inboxx
inboxx is the joint brand for the provider-independent network of parcel lockers operated by GLS Germany and DPD Germany. By expanding their Out of Home services, the two parcel delivery companies are creating additional opportunities for flexible parcel collection and delivery—wherever people live, work and travel. Over the next few years, a network of 20,000 shared parcel shops and parcel lockers is to be established. inboxx plays a central role in this. More information, including details for interested business and location partners, is available at www.gls-pakete.de/inboxx and www.dpd.de/inboxx .