Berli Jucker Logistics and DHL Supply Chain form joint venture to elevate healthcare logistics in Thailand

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(L-R) Mr. Aswin Techajareonvikul, Executive Vice Chairman of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (BJC); Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul, Chief Executive Officer and President of BJC; Mr. Steve Walker, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster; and Mr. Kenny Thai, Chief Executive Officer of Joint Venture Company.

Berli Jucker Logistics, under the BJC Big C Group, and DHL Supply Chain (Thailand) announced the formation of a joint venture company aiming to raise BJC Big C Group’s logistics operations to global standards and accelerate growth in high-potential healthcare markets.

This partnership brings together BJC Big C’s strong local footprint and healthcare expertise with DHL’s global supply chain capabilities and proven track record in healthcare logistics. Kenny Thai has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the joint venture company with a combined workforce of 2,500 from BJC Big C and DHL Supply Chain.

The press conference was held at BJC House on January 13, 2026, attended by Mr. Aswin Techajareonvikul, Executive Vice Chairman of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (BJC); Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul, Chief Executive Officer and President of BJC; Mr. Steve Walker, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster; and Mr. Kenny Thai, Chief Executive Officer of Joint Venture Company.

The joint venture will focus on delivering specialised, compliant logistics solutions for Thailand’s fast-growing healthcare sector, which is projected to reach THB 645 billion (EUR 16.9 billion) by 2030. By integrating DHL’s global healthcare logistics standards with BJC Healthcare’s deep understanding of Thailand’s regulatory landscape and clinical environment, the company aims to set new benchmarks for quality and reliability, thereby supporting Thailand’s ambition to become a regional medical hub.

Operational efficiency and sustainability
DHL Supply Chain will contribute advanced logistics capabilities, including warehouse automation, Operations Management System (OMS), and real-time tracking systems, to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and end-to-end visibility across healthcare supply chains.

Sustainability will be embedded across operations, from facilities to transportation, in line with DHL Group and BJC Big C Group’s ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The joint venture company will adopt internationally recognised sustainable logistics practices that support both global and national climate goals.

Delivering healthcare logistics excellence
The joint venture company will deliver comprehensive healthcare logistics capabilities across three core pillars of:

  • Healthcare-Specific Infrastructure: Multi-temperature-controlled warehouses and cold-chain facilities compliant with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) standards for biologics, vaccines, specialty medicines, temperature-controlled injectables, and critical medical supplies.
  • Healthcare-Trained Professionals: Specialised workforce development programs combining DHL’s global healthcare logistics training with BJC Healthcare’s local regulatory and clinical knowledge, ensuring personnel are equipped to handle sensitive healthcare products with precision and care.
  • Healthcare-Grade Compliance: Robust quality management systems, standardised operating procedures, digital traceability, and adherence to Thai FDA regulations, GDP, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements.

Supporting Thailand’s national health strategy
Aligned with Thailand’s healthcare priorities, the joint venture will improve access to quality medicines nationwide and strengthen the country’s position as a regional medical hub. Tapping on BJC Healthcare’s network of over 1,271 hospitals, 2,687 clinics, and 4,688 pharmacies, combined with DHL’s global healthcare distribution expertise, the company will deliver reliable healthcare logistics services beyond major cities to communities across Thailand.

Economic impact and workforce development
The joint venture will invest in workforce development through international training programs and knowledge transfer, ensuring its employees are equipped with advanced skills in technology, Artificial Intelligence, and healthcare quality standards.

Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul, CEO and President of BJC, stated, “This partnership represents a significant milestone for BJC as we strengthen our position in Thailand’s high-growth healthcare logistics sector. By partnering with DHL, a global logistics leader, we are creating a powerful competitive edge in this fast-expanding sector. This collaboration enables us to expand our customer base with international clients and deliver world-class solutions that support Thailand’s evolving healthcare needs. As Thailand transitions into an ageing society, we have deep insight into what the healthcare sector truly needs—not just efficient logistics, but solutions built on trust, compliance, and clinical understanding. This joint venture enables us to serve our country’s healthcare sector with the quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance that patients and healthcare providers deserve, while positioning Thailand as a regional medical hub with global logistics standards.”

“Thailand’s healthcare sector is growing faster than other sectors in the economy, and this joint venture is a timely step to strengthen the foundation that supports it,” added Kenny Thai, CEO of Joint Venture Company. “Our focus is on execution and outcomes. This joint venture allows us to enhance healthcare supply chains in Thailand to be faster, more reliable and fully compliant at scale. We are investing in automation, skilled team members and quality systems that reduce risk and improve access to medicine nationwide. Beyond efficiency, our goal is to build trust with healthcare providers and patients by delivering consistent healthcare-grade logistics that support Thailand’s long-term healthcare and economic development. By combining our global expertise with BJC’s strong local presence, we can offer healthcare companies and distributors in Thailand a truly world-class healthcare logistics.”

“This joint venture represents a pivotal moment for Thailand’s healthcare ecosystem and reflects DHL’s unwavering commitment to the country’s future as a regional medical hub,” said Steve Walker, Chief Executive Officer of DHL Supply Chain Thailand Cluster. “We’re seeing fundamental shifts in healthcare supply chains—ageing populations across Asia, the rise of precision medicine, increasing regulatory sophistication, and growing expectations for sustainability and transparency. As healthcare becomes more complex, Thailand needs logistics infrastructure that can compete on a global stage. By combining our two decades of partnership experience with BJC Big C with our global healthcare logistics expertise, we’re creating a new benchmark not only for Thailand, but for the region. This partnership positions Thailand at the forefront of healthcare logistics excellence in Southeast Asia.”