Finsterwalder

What Finsterwalder does

Finsterwalder Transport & Logistik GmbH is a family-owned, owner-managed German Mittelstand logistics company headquartered in Türkheim, Bavaria, founded in 1937. It operates an integrated suite of logistics services — full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) road transport across Europe using a fleet of approximately 245 modern own vehicles supplemented by subcontractor capacity, contract logistics, warehousing (~410,000 m² indoor and 110,000 m² outdoor storage across Southern Germany, the Ruhr area, and Central Germany), intermodal rail-road solutions (Railport), e-commerce fulfillment, industrial and export packaging, and truck servicing through Truckservice A96. The group also operates a workforce and staffing arm, Finsterwalder Personaldienstleistungen GmbH, which delivers AZAV-certified continuing education programs.

The company employs more than 1,650 people across 30+ locations in Germany and internationally (Netherlands, Latvia, Estonia, Tunisia, and Morocco). Its technical infrastructure centers on the ZeKju GPS tracking and telematics system for real-time fleet visibility, the WebSped customer portal (powered by LIS GmbH's TMS) for shipment and order management accessible in ten languages, and the CEPRA shipment tracking system. Customers span industrial and commercial businesses, e-commerce merchants, contract logistics clients, and manufacturing/export enterprises, served through direct field sales at branch locations and a B2B customer portal.

Finsterwalder monetizes across multiple streams: per-shipment transaction fees for transport, railport, fulfillment, and packaging services; recurring/contract revenue from warehousing and contract logistics; professional services fees from staffing and continuing education; and transaction-fee revenue from truck servicing. Pricing for core logistics is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with multi-year contracts for enterprise customers. The firm is owned and represented by Klaus Finsterwalder and Michael Finsterwalder, with no disclosed external investors, private equity, or venture capital involvement, and is increasingly investing in sustainable operations, including electric trucks, photovoltaic systems, and biogas-powered facilities exemplified by its 35,000 m² Zeithain facility opened in June 2023.

Name

Finsterwalder

Legal name

Finsterwalder Transport & Logistik GmbH

Website

https://finsterwalder.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1937

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Finsterwalder is a family-owned German logistics company founded in 1937, operating road transport, warehousing, contract logistics, rail-road intermodal (Railport), e-commerce fulfillment, packaging, and staffing services across 30+ locations in Germany and Europe with 1,650+ employees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Türkheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices17 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Transportation Services: Full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation across Europe using own fleet of ~245 vehicles and partner vehicles. Revenue generated per shipment based on distance, cargo type, and service level.
2. Contract Logistics: Process-oriented logistics solutions including concept development, implementation, and operation of holistic logistics services for customers.
3. Warehousing: Storage services with approximately 410,000 m² of indoor warehouse space and 110,000 m² of outdoor storage across locations in Southern Germany, Ruhr area, and Central Germany.
4. Fulfillment: E-commerce and online trade fulfillment services simplifying logistics for online retailers.
5. Industrial and Export Packaging: Manufacturing and delivery of wooden packaging materials, export packaging of all kinds, and special packaging solutions.
6. Truck Service A96: Full-service truck and commercial vehicle maintenance including repairs, inspections (HU/AU), accident repairs, safety inspections, and truck washing.
7. Workforce/Staffing Services: Personnel placement services through Finsterwalder Personaldienstleistungen GmbH, including AZAV-certified continuing education programs.
8. Railport Services: Intelligent combination of rail and road transport even without direct rail connection, providing intermodal transport solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Finsterwalder is a family-owned European logistics provider offering end-to-end supply chain services including full-truckload and less-than-truckload road transport via a fleet of ~245 vehicles and partner carriers, contract logistics, ~520,000 m² of warehousing, intermodal Railport services, e-commerce fulfillment, industrial and export packaging, value-added logistics services, and personnel staffing. The company operates 30+ branches across Germany and international locations (Netherlands, Latvia, Estonia, Morocco, Tunisia), serving manufacturing, retail, wholesale, and e-commerce customers.

Product overview

Finsterwalder is a family-owned logistics group offering an integrated suite of logistics services. The core portfolio consists of Transportation (FTL/LTL/general cargo across Europe with ~245 vehicles), Logistics (contract logistics solutions), Warehousing (~410,000 m² indoor, 110,000 m² outdoor), Railport (rail-road intermodal), Fulfillment (e-commerce), Packaging (industrial/export packaging), Services (value-added logistics), Workforce (staffing), and Truckservice A96 (truck workshop/wash). These services work together as end-to-end logistics solutions—from packaging and warehousing through transport (road/rail) to last-mile workforce deployment—with the WebSped customer portal providing order and shipment tracking access. The company operates from over 30 locations in Germany and internationally, having grown from a 1937 founding to over 1,650 employees.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Transportation (Transport) Full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) transport plus general cargo (Stückgut) services across Europe using a fleet of approximately 245 modern vehicles and established European general cargo network partners. Designed for industrial and commercial businesses needing flexible cross-border road transport.
• Contract Logistics (Logistik) Process-oriented contract logistics services developed hand-in-hand with customers, including concept design, implementation, and operation of holistic, customized logistics solutions. Tailored to customers seeking to outsource logistics operations.
• Warehousing Storage services offering approximately 410,000 m² of indoor warehouse space and 110,000 m² of outdoor storage across locations in Southern Germany, the Ruhr area, and Central Germany. For businesses needing scalable storage capacity.
• Railport Intelligent intermodal transport combining rail and road even for shippers without a private rail siding, linking rail capacity, trucks, and regional warehouses. For businesses needing intermodal solutions combining rail efficiency with road flexibility.
• Fulfillment E-commerce and online trade fulfillment services simplifying logistics for online retailers, including order processing, warehousing, and shipping. For e-commerce merchants and D2C brands needing outsourced fulfillment.
• Industrial and Export Packaging Specialized on-time production and delivery of wooden packaging materials, export packaging of all kinds, and custom special packaging solutions. For industrial manufacturers and exporters needing compliant packaging.
• Workforce / Staffing Services Personnel placement and staffing services for matching job seekers with employers, plus AZAV-certified continuing education programs funded by education vouchers, operated by Finsterwalder Personaldienstleistungen GmbH. For businesses seeking qualified personnel and individuals seeking subsidized training.
• Truckservice A96 Full-service truck and commercial vehicle workshop at Businesspark A96 in Türkheim, offering repairs, GTÜ/DEKRA inspections, accident repairs, safety inspections, spare parts, and truck washing for all commercial vehicle brands. For fleet operators and individual truck owners.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2026Partner for education voucher programs enabling subsidized continuing education through Finsterwalder Personaldienstleistungen GmbH. AZAV-certified programs allow participants to use education vouchers for professional development.
• Günsel Fördertechnik und Fahrzeugbau GmbHminorOthers · 30 June 2026Host of the 26th StaplerCup competition where Finsterwalder teams from Zeithain and Halle competed. Finsterwalder colleagues achieved 2nd place in individual competition and 1st place in team competition.
• ZeKjucoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing GPS tracking and telematics system. Enables real-time vehicle location tracking, ETA updates, delay notifications, and driver communication via smartphone app with WhatsApp integration.
• Jan Deutschbein (Compliance Contact)minorOthersCompliance officer for confidential reporting under Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) and Whistleblower Protection Act (HinSchG). Contact available for reporting law violations.
• Corporate BenefitsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEmployee benefits platform providing discounts and perks to Finsterwalder employees including fitness subsidies, Jobrad, and employee discounts.
• European Logistics PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of subcontractor freight companies across Europe. Requirements include EURO 6 vehicles, specific trailer dimensions, GPS systems, and ADR certification. Provides additional transport capacity.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Dachser: German family-owned logistics group offering road transport (FTL/LTL), warehousing, contract logistics, and air & sea freight across Europe. Highly comparable Mittelstand peer with similar integrated service portfolio, fleet ownership, and European geographic footprint.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: German family-owned global logistics company providing road, air, sea freight forwarding, and contract logistics. Comparable family-controlled Mittelstand operator with European road transport and warehousing, similar customer base in industrial and commercial segments.
• FIEGE Logistics: German family-owned contract logistics and transport specialist with strong warehousing, fulfillment, and European distribution capabilities. Comparable scale, ownership structure, and integrated service portfolio targeting European industrial and retail customers.
• Raben Group: European family-owned logistics group with road transport, contract logistics, warehousing, and e-commerce fulfillment across multiple European countries. Comparable mid-size European logistics operator with similar integrated services and Mittelstand DNA.
• Rhenus Logistics: German-headquartered, family-owned logistics provider offering road, rail, sea, and air freight, contract logistics, and warehousing across Europe and globally. Closely comparable to Finsterwalder in ownership structure, integrated services, and contract logistics focus.

Broad incumbents

• DB Schenker: Major German-headquartered global logistics provider offering land transport, air and ocean freight, and contract logistics. State-affiliated broad incumbent competing with Finsterwalder in European road freight and warehousing.
• Geodis: French-headquartered global logistics provider offering road, air, sea freight, contract logistics, and distribution. Established European incumbent with overlapping road transport and contract logistics services.
• DSV A/S: Global transport and logistics company with major road, air, and sea freight forwarding operations across Europe. Publicly listed incumbent competing for European road freight and warehousing contracts that overlap with Finsterwalder's core services.
• Kühne + Nagel: Top-3 global freight forwarder with extensive road, air, and sea freight forwarding plus contract logistics. Significantly larger scale than Finsterwalder but competes in overlapping European road freight and contract logistics segments.

Emerging players

• Streck Logistik: German regional logistics company specializing in transport, warehousing, and value-added services primarily in southern Germany. Comparable regional Mittelstand competitor with overlapping FTL/LTL and warehousing offerings for industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Finsterwalder.Transport.Logistik.GmbH
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/finsterwalder-family-of-logistics
• Instagraminstagram.com/finsterwalder_logistics

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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