SVZ Transport

What SVZ Transport does

SVZ Transport is a privately held Dutch road freight and logistics provider headquartered in Zwaag, Netherlands, formed in April 2024 through the merger of VSDV Transport (Van Straalen de Vries Transport) and Zandbergen Transport, with family-business roots tracing to 1924. In November 2024 the group acquired Van den Heuvel Logistiek; since December 2025 the company has been wholly owned by Rober van Straalen following the buyout of the Zandbergen family's shares. The company operates a fleet of more than 1,265 trucks and over 1,800 employees across 35+ operational bases and 6 owned crossdock locations in the Netherlands, serving approximately 1,600 customers across the Benelux, Northern France, and Western Germany.

SVZ runs an integrated logistics stack spanning full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) road freight, temperature-controlled and ADR-certified hazardous goods transport, bulk and walkingfloor transport, 3PL/4PL supply chain outsourcing, last-mile city distribution, international forwarding (land/sea/air), and approximately 150,000 m² of (temperature-controlled) warehousing with 40,000+ pallet positions and value-added logistics services. Core operational technology consists of a Transport Management System for data-driven route planning and CO₂ measurement, a Warehouse Management System providing real-time inventory visibility, advanced temperature monitoring, and partner-facing portals (Statusweb, AFAS, Transpasonline) used by its charter partner network.

The commercial model is a mix of contract-based enterprise B2B sales (3PL/4PL, FTL/LTL, warehousing), transactional per-shipment transport, and managed-services warehousing billed on used space and hours worked. Approximately 250 vehicles in the fleet are sustainable (80 fully electric plus bio-LNG and HVO units), positioning SVZ to serve zero-emission city zones and cross-border electric corridors. Revenue is generated primarily in EUR; an ancillary consumer webshop sells branded model trucks, toys, plush mascot "Barry," and commemorative books at fixed retail prices.

Name

SVZ Transport

Legal name

SVZ Transport

Website

https://svztransport.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

SVZ Transport is a Dutch road freight and logistics provider formed in 2024 from the VSDV-Zandbergen merger. Operating 1,265+ trucks across 35+ Dutch bases and ~150,000 m² of warehousing, it serves 1,600+ enterprise retail and food customers with FTL/LTL transport, cold chain, and 3PL/4PL services across the Benelux and Western Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Zwaag

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices41 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 freight transport (FTL & LTL): Full Truck Load (FTL) and Less Than Truckload (LTL) road freight transport services across the Benelux, Northern France, and Western Germany. Revenue is generated on a per-shipment or contract basis. The company operates a fleet of over 1,265 trucks and a broad network of standplaatsen (operational bases).
2. Warehousing and storage services: Warehousing services offering nearly 150,000 m² of (temperature-controlled) storage space with approximately 40,000+ pallet positions. Services include Value Added Logistics (VAL), Value Added Services (VAS), cross-docking, order picking, labeling, and inventory management. Customers pay only for used space and hours worked.
3. 3PL and 4PL logistics outsourcing: Third-party and fourth-party logistics services managing part or all of customers' supply chains, including storage, transport, inventory management, cross-docking, and return logistics. 4PL extends to full supply chain management and optimization.
4. Last-mile and city distribution: Sustainable last-mile delivery services using electric vehicles for urban distribution, including zero-emission zone deliveries. Revenue generated per delivery or via contract arrangements.
5. Retail merchandise (webshop): Consumer-facing online shop selling branded merchandise including model trucks, toys, plush toys (Barry the mascot), and commemorative books. Products sold at fixed retail prices ranging from €15 to €209.
6. Charter partner network: SVZ works with independent owner-drivers (charter partners) who operate under SVZ's transport network, expanding capacity during peak demand periods.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

SVZ Transport provides road freight transport (FTL and LTL), warehousing, distribution, and 3PL/4PL logistics services across the Benelux, Northern France, and Western Germany. The company operates a fleet of 1,265+ trucks, ~150,000 m² of temperature-controlled warehousing space, and 6 crossdock locations, with specializations in retail store replenishment, conditioned/cold chain transport, bulk loose cargo, ADR hazardous goods, oversized loads, and electric last-mile delivery in zero-emission zones.

Product overview

SVZ Transport operates as an integrated logistics provider offering a comprehensive suite of transport and warehousing services. The core offering comprises specialized transport services including retail transport, bulk/loose cargo transport, unrefrigerated and refrigerated transport, and distribution with warehousing. Additional services include ADR dangerous goods transport, 3PL/4PL logistics outsourcing, container/walkingfloor transport, last-mile urban delivery, forwarding and freight forwarding (sea and air), LTL (groupage) and FTL transport, and express/urgent transport. The company operates approximately 150,000 m² of warehousing space across six locations and manages a fleet of over 1,265 trucks. An online merchandise shop (SVZ Shop) sells branded collectible model trucks, toys, and commemorative items.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Retailtransport Specialized transport service for retail sector customers covering full-store replenishment, seasonal peak handling, and supply to zero-emission zones using electric fleet vehicles. Targets supermarkets, discount chains, and household goods retailers.
• Losgestort Transport Bulk transport service for construction, demolition, green waste, recycling, and agricultural products using walking-floor trailers and skip containers. Serves waste management, construction, and agricultural customers.
• Ongekoeld Transport Non-refrigerated freight transport for pallets, containers, and general goods using efficient route planning and sustainable practices. For customers requiring ambient-temperature cargo movement.
• Gekoeld Transport Refrigerated transport service for perishable goods including flowers, dairy, meat, and vegetables, with remote temperature monitoring and capability to operate in zero-emission zones. For food producers, distributors, and retailers.
• Distributie en Warehouse Integrated distribution and warehousing service with over 40,000 pallet locations, 6 crossdock locations, VAL/VAS services, and 24/7 operations capable of processing within 24 hours. For businesses requiring outsourced distribution and storage.
• ADR Transport Certified dangerous goods (ADR) transport service with specialized drivers and equipment handling hazardous materials per European ADR regulations. For companies transporting hazardous substances.
• 3PL en 4PL Logistics Third-party and fourth-party logistics services including partial or complete outsourcing of logistics processes, storage, transport, inventory management, and full supply chain management. For enterprises seeking comprehensive logistics partnerships.
• Containertransport / Walkingfloors Container and walking-floor transport for waste materials using hook-arm systems and hydraulically-powered floor trailers for automated loading and unloading. For waste management, recycling, and bulk materials customers.
• Stadsdistributie / Last-mile Delivery Urban distribution and last-mile delivery using electric vehicles for silent and clean deliveries in city centers and zero-emission zones. For retailers and businesses needing urban delivery capability.
• Distributie Fine-meshed and dedicated distribution service with an extensive network of operational locations, cage lift trucks for hard-to-reach places, and efficient route planning. For businesses requiring frequent, distributed delivery.
• Ladingen met Afwijkende Maten Oversized cargo transport using tautliners, low-loaders, steel trailers, and extendable trailers up to 35 meters with radio-controlled operation. For customers transporting non-standard-dimension loads.
• Ladingen met Urgentie Express and urgent transport with rapid capacity allocation, double-manning options, and an extensive network for fast coupling of resources. For time-critical shipments.
• Geconditioneerd Transport Temperature-controlled transport maintaining -20°C to 4°C for frozen and chilled products with PIEK-certified silent trailers and food-safety-trained drivers. For food and pharmaceutical customers.
• Forwarding / Expeditie / Lucht en Zeevracht International freight forwarding including land, sea, and air transport with customs clearance, daily UK services, and complete logistics process management. For customers with cross-border shipments.
• LTL Transport Less Than Truckload (LTL) groupage transport combining shipments from multiple companies for cost-efficient movement domestically and internationally.
• FTL Transport Full Truckload (FTL) transport for larger shipments with direct delivery to destination, available as conditioned or non-conditioned options.
• Warehouse Services Warehousing service with nearly 150,000 m² of (temperature-controlled) storage space across hubs in Amsterdam, Heerde, Hoogeveen, Ridderkerk, Uden, and Zwaag. Includes VAL/VAS, relabeling, collie-picking, and inventory management.
• SVZ Shop Online merchandise store selling collectible model trucks (WSI, Cavallino brands), toys, plush toys featuring mascot Barry, and commemorative books at fixed retail prices ranging from €15 to €209.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% CO₂ emission reduction target by 2030 (vs baseline year)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MilencecoreTechnology or Integration · 1 May 2026Milence provides charging infrastructure for SVZ's electric trucks, enabling cross-border electric transport to Belgium and Northern France. Milence operates 34+ charging hubs across 8 European countries. The partnership allows SVZ to charge trucks at Milence's facilities during mandatory driver rest periods.
• LidlcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Lidl partnered with SVZ for electric store distribution from its Weert distribution center, deploying MAN eTGX electric trucks. Lidl provides 350 kWh fast chargers at its DC and has the ambition to achieve fully electric store distribution by 2030. SVZ operates the trucks and charges at Lidl's infrastructure.
• Gemeente Den Helder / Ondernemersvereniging Den Helder Kooypunt / RabobankminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2025SVZ participates in an energy cooperative with neighboring companies near its headquarters in Zwaag to share electricity for truck charging. A similar initiative at Kooypunt (Den Helder) involves the municipality, business association, and Rabobank to build shared charging hubs for electric trucks.
• Renault TruckscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Renault Trucks co-developed the Oxygen electric truck with SVZ and Jumbo Supermarkten. The 100% electric city truck was piloted in Amsterdam from October 2024, completing 1,092 deliveries and saving 8,100 kg CO₂. The partnership demonstrates SVZ's co-development approach to zero-emission city logistics.
• Jumbo SupermarktencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Jumbo Supermarkten partnered with Renault Trucks and SVZ to develop the Oxygen electric truck for zero-emission store replenishment in Amsterdam. Jumbo aims to significantly reduce CO₂ by 2030 and provides real-world operational data during the 6-month pilot. The truck was deployed to supply Jumbo stores in Amsterdam.
• Tailor & StitchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSVZ sources its workwear from Tailor & Stitch, a sustainable leader in the workwear industry, as part of its commitment to sustainable operations.
• BTS (MAN dealer)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBTS serves as the MAN truck dealer providing the MAN eTGX electric trucks to SVZ's Weert location for Lidl store distribution.
• LogmotionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSVZ partners with Logmotion, an industry initiative connecting educational institutions with transport and logistics companies to promote careers in the sector. SVZ attended career fairs and open days at Talland college.
• Westfriese BedrijvengroepminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSVZ (previously VSDV) co-hosted a meeting with Minister Mark Harbers of Infrastructure and Water Management, together with members of the Westfriese Bedrijvengroep, to discuss sustainability challenges and infrastructure needs in the transport sector.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• PostNL: Dutch national postal and parcels operator with adjacent road logistics, last-mile delivery, and warehousing operations serving retail and e-commerce customers in the Benelux — directly comparable geography and customer overlap with SVZ.
• Van den Bosch Transporten: Dutch family-owned bulk liquid and container logistics provider with multimodal operations across Europe; comparable as a Benelux-headquartered, mid-large private road-transport specialist with sustainability focus.
• ID Logistics: France-headquartered contract logistics (3PL/4PL) provider operating large-scale distribution centers across Europe with retail and FMCG as core verticals — closely aligned business model and customer base to SVZ's 3PL/4PL offering.

Regional players

• Logwin: Austrian/German-headquartered logistics provider specializing in road transport, air/sea freight forwarding, and contract logistics primarily serving German-speaking markets; comparable in size and service mix but with different geographic focus.

Broad incumbents

• DSV: Global Danish freight forwarder and road transport operator with significant Benelux presence; broader portfolio (air, sea, road) and larger scale, but directly competes in Dutch road freight and contract logistics.
• Geodis: French global logistics provider with extensive European road freight, warehousing, and supply chain optimization services; comparable in3PL/4PL contract logistics for retail customers.
• XPO Logistics: US-listed asset-based truckload and last-mile logistics provider with European road transport operations serving retail and industrial customers; broader portfolio but comparable LTL/FTL and last-mile capabilities.
• DHL Supply Chain: Division of Deutsche Post DHL operating contract logistics and road transport across Europe; comparable in serving large retail customers with warehousing and distribution services.
• CEVA Logistics: Global3PL with strong European road transport and contract logistics operations, owned by CMA CGM; competes for the same enterprise retail and FMCG outsourcing contracts as SVZ.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Swiss-headquartered global freight forwarder and contract logistics provider with significant Benelux operations; broad incumbent offering overlapping road transport and warehousing services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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