Raben Group

What Raben Group does

Raben Group is a family-owned European logistics provider founded in 1931 in Winterswijk, Netherlands and now operationally headquartered in Robakowo, Poland, offering contract logistics, road freight (groupage, LTL, FTL), sea and air freight, temperature-controlled Fresh Logistics, and 4PL lead-logistics services across 17 European countries. The company runs an owned-asset network of 170+ logistics locations with more than 2,000,000 m² of warehouse space, organized around six EuroHub terminals that act as gateways for cross-border groupage flow; Ewald Raben serves as CEO and the group handled roughly 19.2 million shipments annually on revenue above €2.3 billion in 2025.

The technology backbone is a proprietary TMS and WMS, exposed to customers through the myRaben portal — a modular self-service platform offering shipment tracking (myTrack&Trace), live ETA predictions, picture-based proof-of-delivery (PCD), order management (myOrder, mySlot), claims (myClaim), warehouse inventory (myStock), and instant transport pricing (myOffer), with ERP and EDI integration available for enterprise customers. Sub-brands include Fresh Logistics (ISO 22000 / HACCP-certified cold-chain with 0-2°C and +12-18°C temperature zones), Raben 4PL Solutions (end-to-end supply-chain control tower), Raben Sea & Air, and Raben East (covering Ukraine and Türkiye).

Revenue is generated through a mix of transaction-fee transport services (weight/distance/route-based pricing), recurring warehousing and contract-logistics fees (storage volume and handling activities), managed-services pricing for 4PL, and project-based value-added services (co-packing, co-manufacturing, returns). Customers are segmented vertically across FMCG (food and non-food), chemicals (with ADR-compliant hazardous materials handling), retail, technology, and automotive, and horizontally across SMEs (served via myRaben self-serve) and large enterprises (served via dedicated local teams with SLAs). The company is privately held with no institutional investor involvement disclosed.

Name

Raben Group

Legal name

Raben Group

Website

https://raben-group.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1931

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Raben Group is a family-owned European logistics provider operating 170+ locations across 17 countries, offering contract logistics, road, sea, and air freight, temperature-controlled Fresh Logistics, and 4PL services to enterprise and SME customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Contract Logistics & Supply Chain Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), General Freight Trucking (4841), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412), General Warehousing and Storage (493110)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking (No Local) (4213)

akta.pro primary industry

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) / Groupage Forwarding (TLACACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cross-Border Consolidation (Landbridge / Intra-Regional) (TLACALAJ), National/Regional LTL General Freight Carriers (TLADAEAA), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Freight Brokerage (TLADAMAC), Direct-to-Consignee (DTC) / Deconsolidation & Breakbulk Distribution (TLACALAE)

Keywords

• Contract logistics services
• Road freight transport
• Warehouse management
• Supply chain solutions
• Temperature-controlled logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Robakowo

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Road Transport Services: Domestic and international road freight transport including groupage (LTL), full truck loads (FTL), and intermodal transport. Revenue generated through transportation fees based on distance, weight, and cargo type.
2. Contract Logistics / Warehousing: Storage, inventory management, and fulfillment services in company-owned warehouses. Revenue based on storage volume, handling activities, and contract terms.
3. Fresh Logistics: Temperature-controlled transport and storage for perishable goods (food, pharmaceuticals). Premium pricing for specialized cold-chain capabilities.
4. 4PL / Lead Logistics Provider Services: End-to-end supply chain management services, including planning, procurement, supplier management, KPI reporting, and finance administration.
5. Value-Added Services: Additional services including co-packing, co-manufacturing, quality control, packaging, and returns handling.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Raben Group provides contract logistics, warehousing, international and domestic road freight forwarding, sea and air freight, and 4PL supply chain management services across 17 European countries. Its service portfolio spans groupage (LTL) and full truckload (FTL) transport, temperature-controlled Fresh Logistics for perishables and pharmaceuticals, value-added services such as co-packing and co-manufacturing, and end-to-end lead logistics provider services. Customers manage operations through the proprietary myRaben platform, which provides shipment tracking, real-time ETA, online ordering via myOffer, and digital proof of delivery.

Product overview

Raben Group operates as a comprehensive logistics provider offering an integrated platform of technology-driven services and operational logistics solutions. The core customer-facing digital platform is myRaben, a unified portal providing shipment tracking (myTrack&Trace), order management (myOrder), claims handling (myClaim), time slot booking (mySlot), and warehouse inventory access (myStock). Real-time pricing is delivered through myOffer, while ETA tracking and Picture Confirmed Delivery (PCD) provide visibility and proof-of-delivery capabilities. Underlying these digital tools are internal Transport Management System (TMS) and Warehouse Management System (WMS) systems. The EuroHub network of 6 strategic hubs enables efficient groupage operations. Beyond the digital platform, Raben provides operational logistics services including Fresh Logistics (temperature-controlled), Contract Logistics (warehousing and fulfillment), Road Transport (groupage, LTL, FTL), 4PL supply chain management, Sea & Air Freight, Intermodal Transport, and Value Added Services (co-packing, co-manufacturing). Fresh Logistics operates as a distinct sub-brand with specialized facilities and certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fresh Logistics: Specialized division for controlled temperature and fresh goods handling with temperature ranges from 0-2°C and +12-18°C, certified to ISO 22000:2006 including HACCP standards.
• Raben 4PL Solutions
• Raben Sea & Air
• Raben East
• myRaben
• PCD (Picture Confirming Delivery)

Products and services

• Road Transport Services (Groupage, LTL, FTL) Domestic and international road freight services spanning groupage (less than truckload) consolidation, full truckload (FTL) haulage, and intermodal transport across the 17 European countries in which Raben operates. Designed for shippers needing flexible European road freight coverage including single-pallet shipments and dedicated full loads.
• Contract Logistics (Warehousing & Fulfillment) Warehousing, inventory management, fulfillment, and distribution services delivered from company-owned facilities with more than 2 million square meters of warehouse space across Europe. Includes dedicated warehouse operations, stock control, labor management, and integration with customer systems. Targeted at manufacturers, retailers, and distributors that need outsourced storage and fulfillment.
• Fresh Logistics (Temperature-Controlled Transport & Storage) Specialized temperature-controlled logistics division handling fresh and perishable goods including food and pharmaceuticals with controlled temperature ranges of 0-2°C and +12-18°C. Operates from facilities certified to ISO 22000:2006 and HACCP, serving food and beverage manufacturers and pharma distributors requiring cold-chain integrity.
• 4PL (Lead Logistics Provider) Services End-to-end supply chain management service in which Raben designs and manages the entire logistics operation including procurement, manufacturing support, distribution, and control tower activities. Targeted at enterprises outsourcing logistics strategy and execution to a single accountable partner rather than coordinating multiple vendors.
• Value Added Services (Co-packing, Co-manufacturing, Quality Control) Additional services integrated into contract logistics operations including co-packing, co-manufacturing, quality control, packaging, labeling, and returns handling. Helps manufacturers and retailers customize, kit, or rework products within Raben's warehouses before distribution.
• Sea and Air Freight International freight forwarding services for sea and air cargo, including customs clearance support for import and export flows. Serves customers whose European or international supply chains require ocean or air transport legs alongside Raben's road and contract logistics network.
• Intermodal Transport Combined transport solutions integrating multiple modes (road, rail, sea, and air) to optimize logistics cost and emissions for shipments requiring more than one transport mode. Used by customers seeking lower-carbon or lower-cost alternatives to single-mode road transport.
• E-commerce Logistics Solutions Logistics services tailored for e-commerce operations including fulfillment, last-mile delivery, inventory management, and online store integration. Serves online retailers and brands, including those selling through marketplaces such as Amazon where Raben holds Preferred Carrier status.
• Full Truck Load (FTL) Transport Full truckload transport operated through a combination of Raben's own fleet, contracted carriers, and occasional capacity, with dedicated specialists and ADR hazardous-materials capability. Targeted at shippers with large single shipments needing dedicated capacity and specialized handling, including dangerous goods.
• LTL (Less Than Truckload) Transport Less-than-truckload transport service designed for shipments of 9-30 pallets, using consolidation to optimize cost and providing flexible coverage across the European network. Serves SME shippers and large enterprises needing regular smaller-volume flows rather than dedicated full loads.

Quantifiable outcome

• 41% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions achieved in 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature6 records

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Geodis: Geodis is a French global logistics provider offering road freight forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain optimization across Europe. It competes with Raben on European road transport and warehousing, though it has broader global reach and stronger ocean freight capabilities.
• Maersk Logistics & Services: Maersk's Logistics & Services division offers end-to-end supply chain management, warehousing, and inland transportation across Europe. It overlaps with Raben's contract logistics, intermodal transport, and 4PL services, though Maersk is ocean-led and significantly larger.
• Kuehne + Nagel: Kuehne+Nagel is one of the world's largest freight forwarders with deep European road, sea, and air freight operations plus significant contract logistics. It overlaps with Raben on international forwarding and warehousing but operates at much larger global scale and is not a specialist in Central/Eastern European road groupage.
• DB Schenker: DB Schenker is a European-headquartered global logistics provider offering road, rail, sea, air freight forwarding, and contract logistics. It competes directly with Raben in European land transport and warehousing for enterprise customers.
• DHL Group: DHL Group operates DHL Supply Chain, DHL Freight, DHL Express, and DHL Global Forwarding across Europe, providing road, contract logistics, and freight forwarding services. It is a broad incumbent serving the same enterprise customer base as Raben across multiple logistics categories.

Direct peers

• Wincanton: Wincanton is a UK-headquartered contract logistics provider focused on warehousing, distribution, and supply chain solutions. It overlaps with Raben's contract logistics, value-added services, and retail/FMCG vertical expertise, though it is more UK-centric and smaller in continental Europe.
• FIEGE Logistik: FIEGE is a German family-owned logistics company specializing in contract logistics, warehousing, and complex supply chain solutions across Europe. Its focus on dedicated warehousing, value-added services, and family ownership makes it a strong comparable to Raben's contract logistics and 4PL offerings.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: Hellmann is a German family-owned global logistics company with road, air, and sea freight forwarding plus contract logistics. Its family ownership, European road transport focus, and mid-sized global positioning make it a close structural comparable to Raben Group.
• DACHSER: DACHSER is a German family-owned logistics provider with strong European groupage (LTL) and contract logistics networks. Its European road groupage system, owned terminals, and family ownership closely mirror Raben's model, making it one of the most structurally similar peers.
• DSV A/S: DSV is a global transport and logistics company with major European road freight forwarding, contract logistics, and air & sea freight operations. It directly competes with Raben in European groupage/LTL, contract logistics, and supply chain management, making it the closest publicly traded comparable.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries28 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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