IN tIME Express Logistik

Time-Critical Logistics Servicesintime.de

IN tIME Express Logistik is a German time-critical logistics provider operating 1,500 vehicles across Europe, specializing in express road and air freight for automotive OEMs, industrial manufacturers, and high-tech firms, with combined revenue of approximately EUR 300M post-Tawin Holdings acquisition.

Company typePrivate
Founded1987
HeadquartersIsernhagen-süd, Germany
Headcount251–500
GTM typeB2B
OfferingServices

What IN tIME Express Logistik does

IN tIME Express Logistik GmbH is a German time-critical logistics company founded in 1987, specializing in express road and air freight across Europe. Core services include express transport, air freight via Global Airlift Solutions (fly Premium), mega trailer transport, project logistics, and specialized lithium-ion battery transport. The company operates a fleet of approximately 1,500 vehicles across 7 German locations and 14 European locations or subsidiaries, handling 1,800+ transport orders per day and covering 113.5 million kilometers annually with 600 employees.

The digital platform consists of Orbit (online booking webshop), the inTime App, Driver App, Track & Trace, and the inTime Live customer portal, framed under an "Agile Logistics" software philosophy. Telematics integrations (Webfleet, Fleet Connect) support dispatch and route execution, but no proprietary AI/ML models are disclosed.

The business model is transaction-based per-shipment pricing with two service tiers (Efficiency and Express), serving automotive OEMs (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, VW, MAN), tier-1 industrial suppliers (Bosch, Continental, ZF, Federal-Mogul, Dräxlmaier, Magna), and high-tech customers (Siemens Gamesa). The company is undergoing ownership transition: acquired by Mutares in August 2025, then announced for sale to Tawin Holdings Limited with closing expected end of March 2026, combining with Priority Freight into a global time-critical platform with combined revenue of approximately EUR 300M.

IN tIME Express Logistik firmographics

Firmographics

Name: IN tIME Express Logistik
Legal name: inTime Express Logistik GmbH
Website: https://intime.de
Company type: Private
Founded year: 1987
Operating status: Operating
Headcount range: 251–500 employees
Short description: IN tIME Express Logistik is a German time-critical logistics provider operating 1,500 vehicles across Europe, specializing in express road and air freight for automotive OEMs, industrial manufacturers, and high-tech firms, with combined revenue of approximately EUR 300M post-Tawin Holdings acquisition.
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IN tIME Express Logistik industry classification

Industry

Product category: Time-Critical Logistics Services
NAICS: Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance (484230), Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation (481212), Couriers and Express Delivery Services (492110)
SIC: Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Air Courier Services (4513), Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)
akta.pro primary industry: Expedited / Time-Critical Road Freight Forwarding (TLACACAG)
akta.pro secondary industries: Express / Time-Critical Air Freight (Next-Flight-Out, AOG, Just-in-Time) (TLACAAAD), Time-Critical & AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Specialized Forwarding (TLACAJAI), Project & Heavy-Haul / Oversize Road Forwarding (Permits/Escorts) (TLACACAH), Premium B2B Express & Scheduled Time-Window Delivery (TLAAABAE)

Keywords

Time-critical logistics
Express road transport
Air freight services
Dangerous goods transport
Project logistics solutions

Where IN tIME Express Logistik is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city: Isernhagen-süd
HQ country: Germany
HQ region: Europe

Offices12 records

Markets served

IN tIME Express Logistik business model

Business model

GTM type: B2B
Offering type: Services
Cost components: Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

Express and Time-Critical Road Transport: Core revenue stream from providing time-critical direct transport and special transport services across Germany and Europe, including same-day express, overnight express, and next-day delivery options. Billed per shipment based on route, weight, dimensions, and service level (Efficiency vs Express). Revenue recognized per transport operation.
Air Freight (fly Premium): Worldwide premium air freight services including Air Charter (chartered aircraft/helicopter), On-Board Courier (OBC — dedicated courier accompanying cargo), and Next Flight Out (express cargo on scheduled flights, 24-72h guaranteed). Provided in partnership with Global Airlift Solutions Ltd. with 24/7 handling at Frankfurt International Airport.
Megatrailer Transport: Oversized load transport using mega trailers with 3m loading height, 100 cubic meters volume, and capacity for 34 pallets. Used for flexible large-quantity shipments, particularly in regular delivery traffic.
Project Logistics: Customized transport concepts for complex logistics requirements, including time-critical deliveries within tight windows, event display installations (e.g., POS display placement and dismantling). Billed as project-based engagements.
Battery Transport (Lithium-Ion): Specialized dangerous goods transport for lithium-ion batteries serving automotive OEM and Tier 1/2 suppliers. Subject to dangerous goods regulations (ADR). Revenue from per-shipment fees for compliant battery logistics.
Goods Transport Insurance: Optional all-risk cargo insurance offered to customers for goods exceeding statutory liability limits. Sold as add-on to base transport service, priced based on declared goods value.

Pricing tiers

Model	Billing	Price
Transaction based/ take rate	Pay-as-you-go	Efficiency Service
Transaction based/ take rate	Pay-as-you-go	Express Service

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

IN tIME Express Logistik product offering

Product offering

Core offering

inTime Express Logistik GmbH provides time-critical road and air freight transport services across Germany and Europe, organized around its "Agile Logistics" concept: 24/7 dispatch, a fleet of 1,500 vehicles, and real-time shipment tracking. The company offers express road transport, mega-trailer oversized loads, global air freight (Air Charter, OBC, Next Flight Out), customized project logistics, and specialized lithium-ion battery dangerous goods transport, complemented by an online booking web shop (Orbit) with instant pricing, customer and driver mobile apps, and a Partner Portal for subcontractors.

Product overview

IN tIME Express Logistik operates as a logistics services company offering a unified transport platform organized around 'Agile Logistics' — time-critical road and air freight services across Germany and Europe. The core product portfolio consists of five transport service lines: Expresstransporte (express/direct road transport), fly Premium (global air freight via G.A.S.), Megatrailer Transporte (mega trailer road freight), Projektlogistik (custom project logistics), and Batterietransporte (lithium-ion battery transport). These are supplemented by a suite of digital service modules — the inTime App (customer shipment tracking), Driver App (driver order management), Preisrechner/Webshop (online pricing and booking via Orbit), Track & Trace (live shipment tracking), inTime Live (customer portal), and a Partner Portal for transport partner administration. Two service tiers are offered: Efficiency (cost-optimized) and Express (time-critical priority). The company also maintains an Insurance & Liability module and provides logistics consulting. The overall architecture is a platform-plus-digital-modules model where the physical transport services are the core offering, with digital tools layered on top for booking, tracking, and partner management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

fly Premium: Air freight service for time-critical transports, including Air Charter, On Board-Kurier (OBC), and Next Flight Out services
Driver App
inTime App
inTime Live

Products and services

Expresstransporte (Express Transport) Time-critical road transport across Germany and Europe with same-day pickup and early next-day delivery options, including handling of dangerous goods such as explosives, airbags, and batteries.
fly Premium (Air Freight) Global air freight for time-critical shipments including Air Charter, On-Board Courier (OBC), and Next Flight Out services, operated 24/7 through Global Airlift Solutions (G.A.S.) partnership with offices in Hong Kong, Houston, Frankfurt, Luxembourg, Miami, and Shanghai.
Megatrailer Transporte (Mega Trailer Transport) Oversized load transport using megatrailers with 3-meter loading height, 100 cubic meters of cargo volume, and capacity for 34 pallets, used for flexible large-quantity shipments across Europe.
Projektlogistik (Project Logistics) Customized transport concepts for complex logistics requirements, including time-windowed deliveries, promotional display installations (e.g., POS display placement and dismantling), and bespoke logistics solutions tailored to specific projects.
Batterietransporte (Battery Transport) Specialized transport of lithium-ion batteries as dangerous goods (ADR-regulated) for electric vehicle supply chains, operated in partnership with OEM and tier suppliers.
Efficiency Transport Cost-optimized transport service tier for non-urgent shipments balancing sustainability and economics, offering flexible pickup/delivery windows, detailed tracking, and comprehensive insurance options.
Express Transport (Service Level) Premium time-critical transport service tier offering same-day pickup, direct delivery without intermediate stops, guaranteed fixed-time slots, and the fastest possible delivery for urgent shipments.
Versicherung und Haftung (Cargo Insurance & Liability) Cargo liability and all-risk transport insurance products based on VBGL/CMR legal frameworks; offers goods damage coverage up to 8.33 SDR per gross kg, extendable to 40 SDR per gross kg for national shipments, with all-risk insurance for high-value goods.
Logistics Consulting Consulting service for planning transport processes and developing tailored logistics solutions for time-critical shipments, accessed via sales email or telephone.

Quantifiable outcome

Over 1,800 transport orders completed per day
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Companies that use IN tIME Express Logistik

Customer profile

Named customers18 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

IN tIME Express Logistik technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API: No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature5 records

IN tIME Express Logistik partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

Global Airlift Solutions Ltd. (G.A.S.)coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Global Airlift Solutions Ltd. (based in Luxembourg and Frankfurt) for worldwide premium air freight services. G.A.S. has been active since 2000 in the premium air freight, OBC (On-Board-Kurier), and Air Charter market segments. G.A.S. maintains its own offices in Hong Kong, Houston, Frankfurt, Luxembourg, Miami, and Shanghai. All air freight inquiries and shipments are handled 24/7 through the inTime branch at Frankfurt International Airport.
WebfleetstrategicTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Webfleet (a Bridgestone fleet management solution) for fleet telematics. A film was produced at the inTime Isernhagen location showcasing the partnership and use of telematics solutions for efficient and safe logistics operations. Fleet Connect is also involved in the telematics partnership.
Fleet ConnectstrategicTechnology or IntegrationPartner in fleet telematics alongside Webfleet for intelligent trailer connectivity and fleet management. Combined with Webfleet, provides comprehensive vehicle tracking and operational optimization for inTime's fleet.
Mainblick (PR Agency)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerinTime's designated PR agency for press inquiries, press releases, and image materials. Contact: [email protected], Tel: +49 69-4809129-0.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

IN tIME Express Logistik competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Broad incumbents

DB Schenker: European-headquartered freight forwarder with contract logistics and time-critical services; comparable on automotive and industrial customer base and pan-European road coverage.
Geodis: Global logistics provider with strong European road freight and supply chain optimization; comparable on express road services and enterprise/automotive customers across Europe.
Kuehne+Nagel International AG: Top-tier global forwarder offering road, air and contract logistics with KN FreightNet booking tools; overlaps with inTime on automotive JIT and time-critical European road freight at much larger scale.
DSV A/S: Global freight forwarder with deep European road, air and sea operations and a self-serve digital booking platform; comparable in scale and enterprise customer mix, though much broader in scope than inTime's time-critical niche.

Direct peers

DACHSER: Major European road-freight forwarder and logistics provider with a strong European road network and enterprise B2B customer base; directly comparable to inTime on time-critical direct transport and Daimler-/automotive JIT supply chains.
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: German-headquartered global forwarder with road, air and sea freight plus contract logistics; directly comparable on European time-critical road transport and mid-market customer base.
time:matters (a Lufthansa subsidiary): Specialist in time-critical international transport including air charter, OBC, NFO and same-day courier; directly comparable to inTime's fly Premium and time-critical express offering, with deeper air-side capability.
Rhenus Logistics: German mid-market logistics group offering road, air, sea, and contract logistics across Europe; comparable on European road freight forwarding and automotive/industrial customer base.
Priority Freight: International time-critical logistics specialist (Air Charter, OBC, NFO, same-day road) — sister company under Tawin Holdings from March 2026 and a near-perfect product/market overlap with inTime's fly Premium and Express tier.

Regional players

Noerpel Group: German family-owned logistics company specializing in European road freight forwarding and contract logistics; comparable on automotive and industrial customers and German-centric time-critical transport.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

IN tIME Express Logistik compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance8 records

IN tIME Express Logistik financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

IN tIME Express Logistik leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

IN tIME Express Logistik subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries11 records

IN tIME Express Logistik funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

IN tIME Express Logistik M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about IN tIME Express Logistik

What does IN tIME Express Logistik do?

Is IN tIME Express Logistik a public or private company?

IN tIME Express Logistik is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.

When was IN tIME Express Logistik founded?

IN tIME Express Logistik was founded in 1987. It employs 251 to 500 people.

Where is IN tIME Express Logistik based?

IN tIME Express Logistik is headquartered in Isernhagen-süd, Germany, in the Europe region.

How does IN tIME Express Logistik make money?

Six revenue lines are on record. Express and Time-Critical Road Transport is the primary driver. The others are air Freight (fly Premium), megatrailer Transport, project Logistics, battery Transport (Lithium-Ion) and goods Transport Insurance.

Who are IN tIME Express Logistik's main competitors?

Broad incumbents on record are DB Schenker, Geodis, Kuehne+Nagel International AG and DSV A/S. Direct peers are DACHSER, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, time:matters (a Lufthansa subsidiary), Rhenus Logistics and Priority Freight. Noerpel Group is listed as a regional player.

Does IN tIME Express Logistik have an API?

No public API is recorded for IN tIME Express Logistik.

What industry is IN tIME Express Logistik in?

IN tIME Express Logistik's product category is Time-Critical Logistics Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLACACAG, Expedited / Time-Critical Road Freight Forwarding, with a secondary code of TLACAAAD, Express / Time-Critical Air Freight (Next-Flight-Out, AOG, Just-in-Time). Its NAICS code is 488510 and its SIC code is 4731.