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DACHSER names new management for European Logistics Germany and European Logistics North Central Europe
DACHSER has named Claus Wetzel (44) as the new head of its European Logistics Germany business unit, effective January 1, 2026. He succeeds Andreas Fritsch (63), who has overseen DACHSER’s transport and storage business for industrial and consumer goods in Germany since January 1, 2023.
The European Logistics North Central Europe business unit will be headed by Florian Zehetleitner (46) as of January 1, 2026. He succeeds Wolfgang Reinel (62), who has been responsible for the business unit since 2014.
DACHSER grows through acquisitions
Global logistics provider DACHSER grew significantly in 2024, with sales growth of 13 percent lifting revenue above the 8 billion mark to EUR 8.027 billion. The family-owned company also recorded significant year-over-year increases in other key figures such as headcount (+3,300), locations (+56), and pallet spaces in its warehouses (+720,000).
DACHSER launches ‘Smart Landbridge Connect’ to speed Irish exports to Europe
By utilising the UK landbridge, enhanced flexibility, faster transit times, and more frequent departures are ensured compared to the ferry route option for Irish export traffic destined for the European market. This makes DACHSER Ireland the first major logistics provider to revert to the Pre-Brexit European service.
Thomas Hiemer is the new Chief Financial Officer at DACHSER
Thomas Hiemer became Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at logistics provider DACHSER on January 1, 2025. As a member of the Executive Board, he is responsible for Finance, Controlling, Tax & Treasury (FCT). Hiemer took over from DACHSER CEO Burkhard Eling, who had also headed this executive unit for the past 18 months.
Both present and future
Artificial intelligence is already an integral part of many applications. Researchers and developers are now working hard to find better ways of getting more out of foundation models.
Chemical logistics is on the move - scenarios and outlook for Germany
The chemical industry is a key industry in Germany. It’s one of the largest sectors of the country’s economy and accounts for a major proportion of its exports. However, it’s also one of the sectors with very high energy requirements. Companies began developing strategies to replace fossil fuels even before the energy transition became necessary. However, Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and the resulting loss of gas as a “bridge” energy source has increased the pressure to find alternatives that would make the German chemical industry sustainable. A study entitled “Chemical logistics on the move: Scenarios and outlook for Germany,” which was supported by DACHSER Chem Logistics, examines the impact of this development on the demand for chemical logistics.
Contract logistics capacity expanded at DACHSER UK
The new warehouse is located directly next to the logistics company's central domestic and international distribution hub, which operates all UK and European destinations on a daily basis. This provides customers in the UK with an integrated storage, inventory management and Europe-wide distribution.
Back in play
Four years ago, the UK left the European single market, and its trade relationship with the European Union had to be completely redefined. An unprecedented challenge, for which DACHSER has developed its own solution: Smart Border Connect.
The new DACHSER magazine is here!
When rising to meet new challenges, a future-proof company must adopt an agile and flexible mindset. That way, it can prove just how adaptable it is, time and again. You can read all about how DACHSER does just that in the latest issue of our magazine.
DACHSER completes acquisition of Brummer
The German-Austrian Brummer Group is now wholly owned by DACHSER and has become a part of DACHSER’s European network for the transport and storage of temperature-controlled food. This marks the beginning of Brummer’s full integration into the DACHSER network. Customers will benefit from uniform quality standards.
DACHSER speeds up transport between UK and the EU
With its new customs service Smart Border Connect, the logistics provider DACHSER is giving British exporters smoother access to the EU market. The intelligent logistics solution simplifies and speeds up customs clearance and thus reduces export costs.
New Direct Daily Service to Italy from DACHSER UK
Foremost European groupage network operator introduces a direct daily service from the UK to Italy. Customers benefit from its long-term Italian partner becoming part of the DACHSER network following the recent acquisition of a controlling share of FERCAM’s groupage and contract logistics divisions.
DACHSER puts 15 electric trucks from Renault Trucks into operation
Renault Trucks and DACHSER are cooperating on the gradual decarbonization of road freight transport. In total, the logistics service provider is expanding its fleet by fifteen Renault Trucks vehicles. The all-electric trucks complete local and long-distance transport tours at seven DACHSER locations in Germany every weekday.
DACHSER increases warehouse capacity in the Leipzig area
The logistics service provider is expanding its logistics space in the Leipzig-Halle area with a new warehouse. The new facility with around 25,000 pallet spaces will go into operation at the beginning of 2025.
DACHSER at the CosmeticBusiness 2024 in Munich
The industry solution DACHSER Cosmetics Logistics will be taking part in CosmeticsBusiness, an international supplier trade fair for the cosmetics industry, on June 5 and 6 at the MOC Event and Order Center in Munich. The logistics service provider will be presenting its customized transport and logistics services for the cosmetics industry at Stand 09 in Hall 3. This is DACHSER's second time at the trade fair.
DACHSER & Fercam Italia gathers pace
Effective March 28, 2024, DACHSER has acquired 80 percent of the shares in the joint venture DACHSER & Fercam Italia. This completes its acquisition of the majority of the groupage and contract logistics divisions of the Italian logistics company Fercam.