What STAS TRANSPORTS - Groupe Bernardi does

Groupe Bernardi is a privately-held, family-owned French transport and logistics group headquartered in Vailly-sur-Aisne (Hauts-de-France) and operating since 1961. The group delivers road freight services ranging from single-pallet shipments to full truckloads across France and approximately 22 European countries, with an owned fleet of more than 300 vehicles (tractor units, tippers, tankers, crane trucks, onboard-forklift vehicles), 90,000-100,000m² of warehousing capacity, and ~400 collaborators. Its operating entities include Bernardi Logistique (core transport and distribution), STAS Transports (bulk and specialized aggregate transport), SVM Logistique (warehousing), Mertens Logistic (vehicle rental) and Caille (quality-standard storage).

The group's technology stack centers on the Bernardi e-palette digital platform, which provides 24/7 instant quoting, booking, payment, real-time Track & Trace, document management and ad valorem insurance for 1-33 pallet shipments, complemented by the WMS ITEM warehouse management system with EDI integration. Distribution is delivered through three channels: direct field sales with dedicated advisors for enterprise clients (BTP, industry, agriculture), the ASTRE groupement network of 370+ European partners (Palet System, ASTRE City) for network-mediated coverage, and the self-serve e-palette platform for SMB and individual customers.

Revenue is generated through transaction-based pricing on road transport (pallet, lot, full truckload), managed-services warehousing, and specialized transport premiums for ADR dangerous goods, oversized convoys, crane-equipped and forklift-equipped deliveries. Customer segments are diversified across Construction & Public Works, Sports & Leisure Infrastructure, Industrial Manufacturing, Agriculture/Agrifood, and Private Individuals, with regulatory moats built on ISO 9001 (since 1999), ISO 22000, ISO 14001, QUALIMAT, OEA, GMP+, Ecocert, RSE and the ADEME Objectif CO2 charter (renewed 2024). No external funding has been disclosed and the group remains under founding-family ownership led by J.P. Bernardi.

Name

STAS TRANSPORTS - Groupe Bernardi

Legal name

Transports Bernardi

Website

https://bernardi-logistique.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Groupe Bernardi is a family-owned French transport and logistics group (est. 1961) operating an owned fleet of 300+ vehicles and 90,000-100,000m² of warehousing to deliver pallet-to-full-truckload freight, bulk aggregates and specialized transport across France and ~22 European countries via the ASTRE network and Bernardi e-palette digital platform, serving BTP, industry, agriculture, sports infrastructure and individual customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Road Freight Transport and Logistics Services

NAICS

Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance (484230), Support Activities for Transportation (488), Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local (48422)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Bulk & Tank Transport Logistics (Dry Bulk, Liquid, Food-Grade, Chemical) (TLAIAMAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Oversized/Out-of-Gauge Specialized Cargo Forwarding (OOG) (TLACAJAG), B2B Heavy/Bulky Last-Mile (Retail-to-Store, Store-to-Store, Jobsite) (TLAAAKAL)

Keywords

• Road freight transport
• Bulk material logistics
• Warehousing and storage
• Palletized distribution
• ADR hazardous transport

Headquarters

HQ city

villeneuve st germain, haut de france

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Road transport services: Core business offering national and international road freight transport, from single pallet to full truckload, including express delivery (24-48h in France)
2. Bulk transport (STAS): Specialized bulk transport of solid and liquid materials including aggregates, sand, gravel, cereals, and industrial products via dedicated fleet of tipper trucks and specialized vehicles
3. Logistics and storage: Warehousing services with 90,000-100,000m² of storage facilities, inventory management, order preparation, labeling, and packaging services
4. Specialized transport services: Premium services including ADR dangerous goods transport, oversized/exceptional convoys, crane-equipped vehicles, and onboard forklift delivery

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Groupe Bernardi is a family-owned French logistics provider offering national and international road freight transport, from single pallets to full truckloads, alongside specialized bulk transport of solid and liquid materials (aggregates, sand, cereals), warehousing with 90,000-100,000 m² of storage capacity, and value-added services such as ADR hazardous goods transport, crane-equipped flatbed delivery, and onboard forklift unloading. The group operates a fleet of 300+ vehicles, is part of the ASTRE network of 370+ European distributors, and serves both B2B industries (construction, agriculture, industrial manufacturing, distribution) and private individuals through its online booking platform Bernardi e-palette.

Product overview

STAS TRANSPORTS - Groupe Bernardi operates as a multi-service logistics provider organized around its core transport and logistics divisions. The group comprises Bernardi Logistique (national and international road transport and regional distribution), STAS Transports (specialized bulk transport for aggregates and sports surfaces), and SVM Logistique (warehousing and storage). The portfolio centers on the Bernardi e-palette digital platform for instant online booking and real-time tracking, complemented by specialized services including palletized messaging, bulk transport, crane-equipped flatbed transport, truck-mounted forklift delivery, ADR hazardous materials transport, and international freight with customs clearance. Services range from quarter-pallet shipments to full truckloads, serving BTP/construction, agriculture, food industry, and distribution sectors across France and 46 European countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bernardi e-Palette: Online platform for instant quotes, booking, tracking and management of shipments 24/7
• Palet System by Astre
• Astre City

Products and services

• Bernardi Logistique (National & International Road Transport) Core transport division offering national and international road freight services from single pallet to full truckload across France and Europe, with 24-48h delivery in France and 48h-8 days in Europe.
• STAS Transports (Specialized Bulk Transport) Specialized subsidiary for bulk transport of solid and liquid materials including aggregates, sand, gravel, cereals, and sports surface materials using dedicated tipper trucks and specialized vehicles across France, Belgium, and Switzerland.
• Bernardi e-palette (Online Booking Platform) 24/7 online platform for instant quotes, transport reservation from 1 to 33 pallets, real-time shipment tracking, secure payment processing, and document/invoice management.
• Stockage et Plateforme Logistique (Warehousing & Storage) Warehousing services across 90,000-100,000 m² of facilities with mass and racked storage, inventory management via WMS ITEM, EDI integration, cross-docking, labeling, and packaging services.
• Messagerie Palette (Express Pallet Shipping) Express palletized shipping service for short-circuit delivery of 1 to 33 pallets throughout France with rapid transit times.
• Transport Vrac (Bulk Materials Transport) Specialized transport for solid and liquid bulk materials including aggregates, cereals, sand, and decorative gravel using specialized dump trucks and walking floor vehicles.
• Livraison avec Chariot Embarqué (Onboard Forklift Delivery) Self-unloading delivery service using truck-mounted forklifts for sites lacking docks or handling equipment, with lifting capability up to 2 tons.
• Transport Plateau Grue (Crane-Equipped Flatbed Transport) Platform truck with self-loading crane for heavy or oversized cargo including industrial machinery, construction materials, and exceptional convoys up to 20m length.
• Transport ADR (Hazardous Materials Transport) Hazardous materials transport service with certified vehicles and trained drivers for ADR-classified dangerous goods.
• Transport International (International Freight Services) International freight services covering 22+ European countries with customs management, EUR1 documentation, and T1 transit procedures through the ASTRE network.
• Organisateur de Transport (Freight Brokering) Freight brokering and transport organization services for dedicated or partial loads with customized scheduling.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% reduction in CO2 emissions per kilometer with Palet System network optimization
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ASTRE GroupementcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1995Strategic membership in ASTRE transport groupement since 1995, providing access to 370+ integrated distributors across Europe, Palet System for optimized pallet transport, and combined logistics capabilities.
• Palet System (by ASTRE)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCollaborative network organizing optimized pallet transport using 370 distributors, reducing CO2 emissions by 50% per km through load massification and using biofuels.
• DiftminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental partnership supporting ocean preservation, French forest preservation, and school ecology programs. Results include 202 children educated and 30kg waste collected.
• ASTRE CitycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUrban logistics initiative within ASTRE network for city deliveries and last-mile solutions.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Dachser: Dachser is a major European logistics provider with dense pallet and groupage networks across Europe and contract-logistics capabilities. Overlaps with Bernardi on palletized freight, European distribution, and warehousing, but operates at much larger scale with a broader service portfolio.
• STEF: STEF is a French-listed cold-chain and temperature-controlled logistics specialist serving food retailers and producers. Overlaps with Bernardi on French contract logistics, ISO 22000 food-safety credentials, and agrifood vertical exposure, but with cold-chain specialization.
• Geodis: Geodis is a large French-owned global logistics provider offering road freight, contract logistics, and supply-chain optimization. Overlaps with Bernardi on French road transport, contract logistics/warehousing, and multimodal services, but at significantly larger scale and broader geographic scope.
• Kuehne+Nagel: Kuehne+Nagel is a global freight forwarding and contract logistics leader. Overlaps with Bernardi on international road freight, customs handling (OEA), and contract logistics, but at global scale with multimodal ocean/air capabilities.
• DB Schenker: DB Schenker is a large European road and rail logistics provider with land transport, contract logistics, and customs services. Comparable to Bernardi on European road freight, oversized/ADR capabilities, and warehousing footprint, with substantially larger geographic and service breadth.
• XPO (RXO): RXO (formerly XPO's European asset-based truckload business) is a large North American/European asset-based truckload and brokerage provider. Overlaps with Bernardi on asset-based truckload, brokerage/transport organizing, and last-mile/large-cargo capabilities, though predominantly focused on the US market.

Direct peers

• Charles André (Groupe Charles André): Charles André is a French family-owned bulk transport specialist with tipper, tanker, and silo-trailer fleets serving construction, agrifood, and chemicals. Highly comparable to STAS Transports on bulk dry/liquid haulage, customer verticals, and asset-heavy model.
• Transalliance: Transalliance is a French/European group specializing in bulk, tank, and pallet transport with a multi-subsidiary structure. Highly comparable to Bernardi/STAS on bulk liquids/solids, ADR-certified fleets, and European coverage via partner networks.
• Heppner: Heppner is a French mid-market logistics group focused on national and intra-European road transport, warehousing, and customs services. Strongly comparable to Bernardi in customer mix (BTP, industry, agrifood), multi-subsidiary structure, and Franco-European reach, with a similar emphasis on specialized and ADR transport.
• Groupe Mousset: Mousset is a French family-owned specialist carrier focused on bulk agricultural and industrial transport with regional platforms. Directly comparable to Bernardi/STAS on bulk solids/liquids transport, regional French footprint, and family-owned multi-entity structure.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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