H.Essers and Hessenatie Logistics Join Forces

H.Essers has completed the acquisition of Hessenatie Logistics. In February, H.Essers made an offer to purchase the shares of its logistics arm, Hessenatie Logistics, from its parent company and shipping group CMB in Antwerp. Hessenatie Logistics will now be integrated into H.Essers. This acquisition strengthens the family company in Genk, reaffirming its position as the leading logistics provider in Belgium.

With the integration of Hessenatie Logistics, H.Essers expands its logistics substantially, particularly in terms of specialised value added services. Hessenatie Logistics years’ of expertise and strong reputation for integrated supply chain solutions ensure even more value to customers. The acquisition provides H.Essers the opportunity to strengthen their position in several specific markets such as the chocolate industry, healthcare, banking and government.

The integration also provides many advantages for Hessenatie Logistics. The integration will provide additional H.Essers services to clients, including an extensive transportation network, intermodal logistics solutions, 850.000m² of warehouse space at headquarters and additional warehouses across Europe.

The acquisition of Hessenatie Logistics fits into the strategy of H.Essers, allowing the company to continue to grow in order to be the leading logistics providers in Europe. By joining forces, both companies benefit from each other's expertise and strengths.

About H.Essers

Founded in 1928, the family-owned H.Essers company is a leading logistics service provider, operating throughout Europe. The company offers customised and integrated transportation and logistics solutions. Currently, Essers has 700,000 m² of warehouse space, a fleet of 1050 vehicles and 1780 trailers that cover 88 million kilometers per year. The company employs over 3000 employees. Along with its headquarters in Genk, H.Essers has branches in 12 countries in Western and Eastern Europe. Over the past decade, the family business has achieved a true expansion through strong organic growth and a number of strategic acquisitions. In 2010, H.Essers achieved a turnover of €310 million.

H.Essers is an asset-based business - all fleet, warehouses and IT systems are owned by the company. This allows optimum control over all the maintenance of strategic processes. The familial nature of the company ensures shorter decision making processes, along with flexibly to changing customer needs and fluctuating international market conditions.

Further Information:
Hilde Essers
Marketing & Communication Manager –H.Essers
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