DHL Express has appointed Hennie Heymans as MD of its South African business division, and Steve Burd as commercial director.

Heymans, who joined DHL Express 11 years ago, was previously responsible for the Central Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands (CENIO) regions. He will now look after the South African business division and ensure that the region lives up to the brand’s service standards.

Heymans’ top priorities for 2013 will be to grow market share, particularly within the SME industry, and to ensure that various service-related initiatives are launched in order to better service this market. He will also ensure that the South African division maintains its Logistics Certificate of Excellence for the 2013 period.

Burd, who has been with DHL for six years, will oversee the development and performance of all sales and commercial activities in the region.

Hennie Heymans, Managing Director, South African business division.

 Steve Burd, Commercial Director in South Africa.