De Graaf Logistics

What De Graaf Logistics does

De Graaf Logistics (DGL) is a fourth-generation family-owned Dutch logistics provider founded in 1920 and headquartered in Oosterhout, Netherlands, operating with approximately 210 employees across distribution, transport, warehousing, and a set of specialised value-added services for B2B and B2C clients in the Benelux and wider Europe. The company runs an overnight distribution network across seven Benelux distribution centres with 24-hour delivery from 1 kg parcels to full loads, supported by an owned tractor fleet equipped with GPS/GPRS tracking and on-board computers, and operates a 20,000 m2 public warehouse with roughly 30,000 pallet places plus a 5,000 m2 PGS 15-compliant ADR warehouse for hazardous goods. DGL also runs an indoor rail terminal (2,500 m2, 135 m length) integrated into DB Schenker's European network for intermodal freight, and holds specialised capabilities in paint distribution, crane/truck-mounted forklift delivery, global air/sea forwarding, and Euro-6 LZV eco combi transport.

The technology stack consists of a Transport Management System (TMS) with barcode scanning integrated into Track & Trace, a fully automated FIFO warehouse application with a customer-facing warehouse portal, and the proprietary WOEI (Web Order Entry and Information) online portal for order entry, history, Track & Trace, Proof of Delivery, and label printing, which was relaunched with a new interface in 2023. Revenue is generated across multiple transactional streams — distribution fees, transport fees based on distance/cargo type, managed warehousing, specialised paint/ADR handling fees, rail shipment fees, and global forwarding commissions — alongside minor revenue from office space rental and remote IT support services. The customer mix spans manufacturing, retail, industrial shippers, paint/chemical companies, and B2C-oriented businesses, delivered through a combination of direct sales, embedded channel partnerships (DHB network, Teamtrans, STaR German network), and self-service via the WOEI portal; pricing is custom-negotiated per shipment rather than publicly listed.

Name

De Graaf Logistics

Legal name

De Graaf Logistics bv

Website

https://degraaflogistics.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

De Graaf Logistics is a fourth-generation family-owned Dutch 3PL providing Benelux distribution, European road and rail transport, and PGS 15-compliant ADR warehousing, serving B2B manufacturers, retailers, and chemical clients through owned assets and embedded partner networks.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Couriers and Express Delivery Services (49211), Warehousing and Storage (4931)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Economy/Deferred Parcel (2–7 Day) (TLAAACAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Large-Item E-commerce Delivery (Bulky/Two-Person/White-Glove) (TLAAAFAH)

Keywords

• Transport logistics services
• Warehousing storage solutions
• Hazardous goods distribution
• Benelux freight forwarding
• Rail freight transport

Headquarters

HQ city

Oosterhout

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

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. Distribution Services: Nightly exchange of consignments between 7 distribution centres across the Benelux, delivering within 24 hours. Revenue generated through per-shipment/logistics fees based on volume, weight, and delivery requirements. Services range from 1kg parcels to full loads.
2. Transport Services: European haulage using DGL's own vehicle fleet, including specialized transport (crane, truck-mounted forklift), ADR transport, and Euro-6 eco combi long vehicle transport. Revenue based on distance, cargo type, and special handling requirements.
3. Warehousing Services: Public and dedicated warehouse with 20,000 m2 and 30,000 pallet places. Services include inslag (inbound), opslag (storage), and uitslag (outbound), plus ADR warehousing (5,000 m2). Revenue model likely based on storage volume/duration plus handling fees.
4. Specialized Services (Paint Distribution, ADR): Specialized distribution of paints and hazardous (ADR) goods, including manual sorting and special packaging. Revenue generated through premium logistics fees reflecting the specialized nature of the cargo.
5. Rail Transport: Through DGL's own rail terminal (2,500 m2) connected to DB Schenker's European network, DGL offers rail transport as an alternative to road for long-distance, large-volume cargo. Revenue generated per rail shipment with door-to-door service.
6. Global Forwarding: Worldwide network for import and export of air and sea freight (FCL & LCL), including customs formalities. Revenue generated through freight forwarding fees.
7. Office Space Rental: DGL rents out approximately 328 m2 of office space on the 2nd floor of their office complex in Oosterhout, between Breda and Tilburg. Revenue from quarterly rental payments.
8. Remote IT Support Services: Remote support for customers on IT-related matters including order entry, label printing, inventory viewing, shipment tracking, and journey list access. Offered as part of customer service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

De Graaf Logistics provides integrated logistics services across the Benelux and Europe, with three core pillars: nightly Benelux distribution across 7 distribution centres delivering within 24 hours for shipments from 1 kg parcels to full loads; European road transport using its own GPS-equipped fleet including specialized ADR and crane/kooiaap vehicles; and 20,000 m2 public/dedicated warehousing with 30,000 pallet places, including 5,000 m2 of PGS 15-compliant ADR storage. The portfolio also includes intermodal rail transport via the company's own DB Schenker-connected terminal, global air/sea freight forwarding, and specialized paint distribution with manual sorting.

Product overview

De Graaf Logistics (DGL) is a fourth-generation family-owned logistics company founded in 1920, providing integrated logistics services across the Benelux and wider Europe. The company's portfolio consists of three core services — DGL Distribution (overnight Benelux shipment exchange across 7 distribution centres), DGL Transport (international and European road transport using a fleet of owned vehicles), and DGL Warehousing (20,000 m2 public warehouse with ~30,000 pallet places) — supplemented by a set of specialist add-on modules. ADR Warehousing provides PGS 15-compliant hazardous goods storage (5,000 m2), while Rail Transport offers intermodal rail freight via DGL's own terminal integrated into DB Schenker's network. The company also offers specialised services including Paint Distribution, Crane & Truck-mounted Forklift delivery, Global Forwarding (air and sea freight), Remote Support (IT assistance), and Office Space Rental. DGL's digital portfolio includes WOEI (Web Order Entry & Information) — an online customer portal for order entry, Track & Trace, and POD management; a dedicated Warehouse Portal for real-time stock visibility; and a Track & Trace system for shipment status monitoring. The company operates within strategic partnership networks: DHB (Distribution Holland Belgium) for pooled Benelux distribution and warehousing across 14 locations totalling 350,000 m2, and Teamtrans for regional and urban distribution throughout the Netherlands. Driver training and development programmes (in partnership with ROC Tilburg) round out the offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DGL Distribution Nightly shipment exchange between 7 distribution centres across the Benelux, delivering within 24 hours across the entire Benelux for shipments from 1 kg parcels to full loads, using own vehicle fleet and partner networks. Includes B2B and B2C delivery with truck-mounted forklift (kooiaap) and crane options.
• DGL Transport International and European road transport using an owned fleet of tractor units equipped with GPS, on-board computers, and real-time shipment status. Covers shipments from single boxes to full loads across Europe, with optional crane and kooiaap handling.
• DGL Warehousing Public and dedicated warehousing in a 20,000 m2 warehouse 12 metres high with approximately 30,000 pallet locations. Full physical and administrative handling of inbound, storage, and outbound operations using a fully automated warehouse application following FIFO standards. Real-time stock visibility is provided via a dedicated warehouse portal.
• ADR Warehousing Specialized warehousing of hazardous substances compliant with PGS 15 standards. Features liquid-proof floors, fire-resistant doors, automatic fire detection, basins, automated sprinkler and foam fire extinguishing systems. Storage capacity of 5,000 m2, supported by two H&S officers and four trained dangerous-substances staff. All DGL drivers hold ADR certificates.
• Paint Distribution Specialized fine-meshed distribution of paints and associated products. Drivers use purpose-fitted brace collars for loose parcels and sort shipments manually rather than on conveyor belts to prevent damage. Includes ADR distribution for paints classified as caustic, flammable, or toxic hazardous substances.

Quantifiable outcome

• 60% more cargo transported with 25% less CO2 using new Euro-6 eco combis
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ConnektminorOthers · 1 January 2012Connekt is the organization behind the Lean and Green programme. On behalf of Connekt, Deloitte audited DGL's carbon reduction claims. DGL was awarded the Lean and Green Star in December 2012 for exceeding its 20% CO2 reduction target.
• DeloitteminorOthers · 1 January 2012Deloitte conducted an independent audit of DGL's CO2 reduction claims on behalf of Connekt, verifying that DGL had achieved its target of 20% CO2 reduction compared to 2007, qualifying DGL for the Lean and Green Star award.
• STaR (Duitse distributienetwerk)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2009DGL has been an international partner in the STaR German distribution network since 2009. STaR has grown from 27 transporters to over 70 service-oriented partners over approximately 20 years. The network has a central HUB near Kassel, Germany, exchanging approximately 2,000 tons of goods per night, with precise logistics operations loading and unloading approximately 80 vehicles in 3 hours.
• DHB (Distribution Holland Belgium)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDGL is a partner in the DHB network, which pools the strengths of six family-run logistics businesses into an international logistics operation. DHB provides access to 14 locations with over 350,000 m2 of warehousing across the Benelux. DGL and DHB jointly distribute goods with fewer kilometres and less CO2. DGL's General Manager Robert Van Wezel can be contacted for DHB-related enquiries.
• TeamtranscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDGL collaborates with Teamtrans, a network of 12 experienced hauliers providing finely-meshed regional and urban area distribution throughout the Netherlands. Each member covers its own postcode region. Teamtrans handles over 2,500,000 shipments annually with approximately 125 lorries. All Teamtrans members are ISO 9001-certified. The network provides high drop density with fewer kilometres and a sustainable solution for Dutch urban area distribution.
• DB SchenkercoreTechnology or IntegrationDGL's rail terminal in Oosterhout is part of DB Schenker's European network of approximately 30 dedicated rail terminals. The partnership enables DGL to offer intermodal rail-road transport for long-distance, large-volume cargo. DB Schenker locomotives swap ten 25-metre wagons each morning and evening at DGL's terminal. This partnership is key to DGL's sustainability strategy, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 60% compared to road transport.
• itsme ES ElektrocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDGL runs a consolidation project for itsme ES Elektro, a supplier of electrotechnical components. DGL consolidates multiple partial deliveries into multicolli shipments, providing benefits including single carrier at customer sites, SAP-based scan registration, cost savings, unified Track & Trace portal (WOEI), simplified distribution centre processes, SAP integration, and reduced CO2. This is cited as a successful example of supply chain integration.
• Verkeerschool Willem Verboon and ROC TilburgminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDGL developed a custom MBO (vocational education) programme for drivers in collaboration with Verkeerschool Willem Verboon and ROC Tilburg. The programme provides individual attention to knowledge, skills, behaviour, and attitude, leading to a full MBO diploma. This also fulfills the European Directive on Professional Competence (code 95) requiring 35 hours of supplementary training for professional drivers.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• CEVA Logistics: CEVA Logistics (CMA CGM group) is a global contract logistics provider with significant Benelux warehousing and distribution operations. It is a broader incumbent competing for the same outsourced distribution and 3PL contracts as DGL.
• DSV: DSV is a global transport and logistics group with a large Benelux road, air, and sea forwarding footprint. It is comparable to DGL at the surface-freight and contract-logistics layer and competes for enterprise transport budgets.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Kuehne+Nagel is one of the world's largest freight forwarders with road, air, and sea services plus contract logistics in the Benelux. It competes with DGL in European road haulage, forwarding, and warehousing for mid- and large-enterprise accounts.
• DB Schenker: DB Schenker is a top-3 European land transport and rail freight provider and the operator of the ~30-terminal rail network that DGL's Oosterhout terminal feeds. It is both a partner and a broader incumbent competitor in European contract logistics, road, and rail freight.

Direct peers

• GLS Netherlands: GLS is one of Europe's largest parcel carriers with a dense Dutch depot network serving B2B shippers. It overlaps directly with DGL's standard parcel/freight distribution across the Benelux and competes on similar 24h delivery propositions.
• DPD Netherlands: DPD operates a national Dutch parcel and express delivery network under the GeoPost/La Poste umbrella, with strong B2B franchise and pickup-shop density. It is a direct competitor to DGL's nightly Benelux distribution service for parcels and small freight.
• Rhenus Logistics: Rhenus is a German-headquartered contract logistics and freight forwarding group with Benelux warehousing and transport operations. It is closely comparable to DGL in combining warehousing, road transport, and forwarding for B2B customers in the region.
• PostNL: PostNL is the Dutch incumbent postal and parcel operator, offering B2B/B2C parcel distribution, warehousing, and cross-border delivery across the Benelux. It competes head-on with DGL's overnight Benelux distribution service, especially for SMB and enterprise shippers requiring 24h delivery.
• Nabuurs: Nabuurs is a Dutch family-run logistics provider offering Benelux distribution, warehousing, and value-added logistics to B2B customers. It is closely comparable to DGL in scale, family ownership history, and regional distribution + warehousing focus.
• DHB (Distribution Holland Belgium): DHB is DGL's own partner network pooling six family-run Benelux logistics firms with 14 locations and 350,000+ m2 of warehousing. It is included as a peer because DHB member firms collectively deliver the very services DGL offers, and DHB itself is both a partner and an indirect competitor at the network level.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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