Deutsche Post DHL Group has reported a second quarter (Q2) revenue of more than €15bn, which was a 1.4% increase on last year. In a statement issued yesterday (7 August), Deutsche Post DHL said its performance was in line with expectations and supported by “significant gains at DHL Express and Global Forwarding, Freight”. The statement added: “All of the DHL divisions reported EBIT increases, some significant. However, earnings in the Post – eCommerce – Parcel division fell back as expected, above all due to higher transport and staff costs. This led to increased expenses and the recognition of first provisions in the second quarter.”Commenting on the results, Frank Appel, CEO of Deutsche Post DHL Group, said: “The second-quarter results were in line with expectations.