VG Cargo GmbH

What VG Cargo GmbH does

VG Cargo GmbH is a privately held German air cargo handling company founded in 2002 and headquartered at Frankfurt-Hahn Airport, with a second operational facility at Frankfurt International Airport (Cargo City Süd) opened in Q1 2014. The company specializes in import/export air cargo processing, customs clearance, bonded warehouse storage, road feeder trucking, and specialized handling of high-value freight (VAL), pharmaceuticals, dangerous goods, live animals, oversized cargo, and prototypes. Its primary customers are internationally operating airlines and freight-forwarding companies (Spediteure) served on-site at both EU hubs, supported by 24/7 operations at Hahn including on-site veterinary services and a 3,800 m runway with no night curfew.

Operationally, VG Cargo runs roughly 35,000 m² of storage infrastructure including an expandable high-bay ULD storage system (344 unit capacity), a 16-ton bridge crane, temperature-controlled cold rooms, and comprehensive security systems (X-ray, ETD/sniffer detection, total video surveillance). The technology backbone consists of Hermes Logistic Technologies for EDP/cargo handling, ATLAS for German customs processing, AKL-TEC volume/weight scanners, and computer-controlled warehouse management providing real-time inventory visibility. The facility footprint and certifications — AEO-F (2015), TAPA TACSS Level 1 (2015), ISO 9001:2008 (2008), EU Regulated Agent status, and Authorized Recipient/Shipper designations — collectively form the operational and regulatory platform on which the business is built.

The revenue model is transaction-fee B2B services priced on a quote basis against cargo type, volume, and handling requirements, with multi-year enterprise contracts and no public pricing. The company is founder/owner-operated under CEO Victor Gornak, employs 100+ people across both locations, and shows no disclosed external investors, funding rounds, M&A activity, or revenue figures. Marketing is minimal — primarily a corporate website, industry-event participation, and educational outreach — consistent with a relationship-driven regional handler selling into a concentrated airline and freight-forwarder customer base.

Name

VG Cargo GmbH

Legal name

VG Cargo GmbH

Website

https://vgcargo.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

VG Cargo GmbH is a privately held German air cargo handler, founded in 2002, operating at Frankfurt-Hahn and Frankfurt International airports with 100+ employees and 35,000 m² of bonded warehouse capacity. It serves international airlines and freight forwarders with import/export processing, customs clearance, cold-chain and high-value freight handling.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Air Cargo Handling Services

NAICS

Air Transportation (481), General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload (484121)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210)

akta.pro primary industry

High-Value & Secure Air Cargo (Valuables, Security Screening, Escort) (TLACAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Oversized / Out-of-Gauge & Heavy-Lift Air Freight (Aircraft Constraints, Special Handling) (TLACAAAG), Oversized/Out-of-Gauge Specialized Cargo Forwarding (OOG) (TLACAJAG)

Keywords

• Air cargo handling
• Cargo warehousing
• Customs clearance
• Logistics services
• Freight forwarding services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hahn

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Air Cargo Handling Services: Processing and handling of import and export air cargo for airlines and freight forwarders at Frankfurt-Hahn and Frankfurt International airports
2. Warehouse Storage Services: Storage of cargo including general freight, high-value goods, temperature-sensitive goods, dangerous goods, and live animals in 35,000m2 facilities
3. Road Feeder Trucking Service: 24/7 road feeder trucking service providing reliable transportation chain and direct delivery
4. Customs Clearance Services: Customs processing and clearance including ATLAS system integration and T1 transit documentation
5. Specialized Handling Services: Handling of pharmaceutical cargo, dangerous goods, live animals, oversized cargo, and high-value freight

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

VG Cargo GmbH provides physical air cargo handling and logistics services at two major EU airport hubs (Frankfurt-Hahn and Frankfurt International). Its core offerings include import/export air cargo processing, customs clearance via the ATLAS system, 35,000 m² of storage with specialized compartments (including automated ULD storage, temperature-controlled units, and a value room), 24/7 road feeder trucking between hubs, and handling of specialized cargo types such as high-value freight, pharmaceuticals, dangerous goods, live animals, and oversized shipments.

Product overview

VG Cargo GmbH operates as an air cargo and logistics company with a modular service portfolio built around three core pillars: air cargo processing (import/export handling, customs clearance), logistics services (supply chain management, 24/7 road feeder trucking), and storage solutions (35,000 m² facilities with specialized compartments). These core services are supplemented by specialized offerings including high-value freight (VAL) handling, pharmaceutical freight, dangerous goods handling, live animal/plant services, oversize cargo, and prototype transport. The company operates at two strategic EU air cargo locations—Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN) and Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)—enabling 24/7 operations at Hahn while leveraging FRA's diverse international air cargo traffic. All services are supported by modern technology including Hermes Logistic Technologies, ATLAS customs systems, and comprehensive security infrastructure.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Cargo Processing Core import and export air cargo handling services including processing, build-up/break-down, and documentation for international airlines and freight forwarders at Frankfurt-Hahn and Frankfurt International airports.
• Logistics Services Comprehensive end-to-end supply chain solutions managing the flow of goods from origin to final destination, including door-to-door coordination across the company's two airport hubs.
• Storage Solutions Comprehensive storage across 35,000 m² of warehouse space including a 344-unit expandable automated ULD high-bay storage system, temperature-regulated cooling and freezing units, and 24/7 video-monitored secure facilities.
• Road Feeder Trucking 24/7 road feeder trucking service connecting both airport facilities and providing reliable unbroken chain of transportation with quick transfer of goods worldwide.
• Customs Clearance Complete customs processing and clearance services using the ATLAS customs system, including T1 transit documentation for transit cargo.
• High Value Freight (VAL) Specialized handling and secure storage for high-value freight with a dedicated value room and enhanced security measures including TAPA TACSS Level 1 certification.
• Pharmaceutical Freight Temperature-controlled storage and handling for pharmaceutical cargo using refrigeration and freezing units and thermal packaging capabilities.
• Dangerous Goods Handling Certified handling and safe storage of dangerous goods (DG) in compliance with international regulations.
• Live Animals and Plants Specialized handling for live animals and plants including 24/7 in-house veterinary services at Hahn Airport.
• Oversize Cargo Handling of oversized cargo supported by a 16-ton bridge crane in warehouse facilities.
• Prototype Transport Specialized secure transport services for prototype shipments requiring heightened security and handling care.

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Hermes Logistic TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationEDP (Electronic Data Processing) system provider for cargo handling operations, order management, and logistics processing. Core technology infrastructure partner.
• Cargo AirlinescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational airline partners served at Frankfurt-Hahn and Frankfurt airports for cargo handling, processing, and ground services. Core customer base as described in company materials.
• Freight Forwarders (Spediteure)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFreight forwarding companies as key customers requiring spedition services, customs clearance, storage, and road feeder trucking. Core business relationships.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Celebi Aviation Handling: Turkish-based ground and cargo handler expanding into European hubs; competes for the same third-party airline cargo handling contracts with comparable security certifications and per-tonnage service models.

Direct peers

• ACS (Aviation Cargo Services): European cargo handling company listed as a partner in VG Cargo's materials; provides comparable air cargo handling and equipment solutions at other European stations, including DOOSAN partnership for ground support equipment.
• Fraport Cargo Services: Subsidiary of Frankfurt Airport operator Fraport AG providing cargo handling and warehouse services at Frankfurt Airport; the most direct local competitor for VG Cargo's Frankfurt International facility and bonded storage at FRA.

Broad incumbents

• Worldwide Flight Services (WFS): Global air cargo and ground handling incumbent serving 50+ airlines at major hubs including FRA; competes for the same cargo handling contracts at Frankfurt International Airport with a much broader network.
• dnata: Dubai-based global air services provider with significant cargo handling presence at Frankfurt and other major hubs; offers competing per-tonnage, secure, and special-cargo handling services comparable to VG Cargo's VAL/secure offering.
• Swissport International: One of the world's largest airside ground and cargo handling operators with European hub operations; competes for airline and forwarder cargo handling contracts in the EU with similar security and customs capabilities.
• Menzies Aviation: Global aviation services group providing cargo handling and ground services at European airports including Germany; directly comparable on airlines' RFP shortlists for air cargo handling and bonded storage.

Regional players

• Lufthansa Cargo: Frankfurt-based air cargo carrier operating out of FRA with significant handling and storage capabilities at Cargo City; comparable customer profile and Frankfurt-Hahn connectivity, though primarily a carrier rather than a third-party handler.
• HFW (Hahn Flughafen Werk) / Triwo Airport Services: German ground-handling group operating at Hahn and other regional airports; competes directly with VG Cargo at Frankfurt-Hahn for cargo handling, ULD storage and forwarder support.
• Cargolux Airlines: Luxembourg-based heavy-lift and outsize cargo carrier with strong handling capability at FRA; overlapping customer base for outsized, high-value and pharmaceutical freight moving through the Frankfurt-Hahn and Frankfurt corridor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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