LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik

What LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik does

LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik GmbH is a German family-owned logistics provider headquartered in Rheine, founded in 1930 and now managed by the third generation of the Lohmöller family (Benedikt, Philipp, Lukas, and Johannes). The company historically operated an integrated portfolio across road freight (Stückgut / LTL, FTL/LTL, express), contract logistics across 76,000+ m² of warehousing at five sites, air and sea freight forwarding, customs clearance, and specialized handling (heavy cargo with 32-ton crane capacity, temperature-controlled cold chain, and retail promotional logistics). Its customer base spans multinational corporations and mid-sized regional companies in manufacturing, machinery, plant engineering, food processing, and retail, served through a dedicated Vertriebsteam and a network of long-tenured account managers.

The underlying technology stack centers on the AX CargoSuite Transport Management System implemented in 2023, which incorporates AI-driven volume optimization (Mengensteuerung) and machine learning for data quality, complemented by a Warehouse Management System with integrated cold-chain sensors, DEOS AG building automation, and web-based Track & Trace. The proprietary asset base includes its own vehicle fleet with in-house TÜV-approved workshop, specialized lifting equipment, and photovoltaic generation at the Rheine headquarters. Certifications include ISO 9001 (company-wide), SQAS (main Rheine site), and ADSp compliance.

Revenue is generated primarily through transaction-based road freight fees (domestic LTL via IDS network with ~1,800 daily direct transports; international via Küehne+Nagel) and managed-services contract logistics fees across warehousing, value-added services, and specialized handling. Pricing is quote-based and customized. In March 2026, Küehne+Nagel took over LSL's land transport logistics operations; the residual Lohmöller Group continues under family ownership focused on contract logistics, industrial and heavy-cargo logistics, promotional logistics, and value-added services, with IDS network membership retained.

Name

LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik

Legal name

LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik GmbH

Website

https://lohmoeller.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1930

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LSL-Lohmöller is a third-generation family-owned German logistics provider in Rheine offering road freight (LTL/Stückgut), contract logistics across 76,000+ m² of warehousing, express, air/sea freight, and specialized heavy-cargo and cold-chain services to manufacturing, food, and retail clients; land transport operations were taken over by Küehne+Nagel in March 2026.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), General Freight Trucking (4841), Specialized Freight Trucking (4842), Support Activities for Transportation (488)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) / Groupage Forwarding (TLACACAB)

Keywords

• Piece goods transport
• Contract logistics
• Warehousing services
• Road freight forwarding
• LTL distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Rheine

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Road Freight - Less than Truckload (LTL): Nationwide and international groupage/stückgut transport through IDS network (1,800 daily direct transports) and Kühne+Nagel's international network. Three service levels: Standard, Fix (guaranteed transit time, day-specific delivery), First (earliest possible delivery). Includes ADR dangerous goods transport.
2. FTL/LTL - Full and Partial Load Transport: Direct transports nationally and internationally with same-vehicle delivery, minimizing handling and maximizing safety. Milk-run system for route optimization. Coordinated procurement logistics and cross-transports.
3. Contract Logistics: 76,000 m² of logistics space across 5 warehouse locations. Services include storage, value-added services (quality control, commissioning, packaging, display building, pricing, assembly, returns management), cold chain logistics, heavy cargo handling with 32-ton crane and 30-ton forklift.
4. Express Logistics: Priority shipment handling with defined SLAs. Same-vehicle transport with multiple drivers option for long distances. Combines with dangerous goods transport, temperature-controlled transport, and liftgate/hand cart delivery.
5. Air and Sea Freight: Sea freight via regular feeder services to all major North Sea ports and ARA ports (Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp). Air freight via selected airlines and airport forwarders. Full service from single pallet to complex global supply chains in import and export.
6. Customs Clearance Services: Customs clearance as standalone service available to all customers regardless of whether transport was booked with company. Includes document preparation, compliance support, and expert consultation. Particularly relevant post-Brexit.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik is a German logistics provider specializing in Stückgut (piece goods) and partial-load (LTL) road transport. The company operates more than 76,000 m² of warehouse space across five locations and offers transport, express, and contract-logistics services primarily to business customers in regional and international markets.

Product overview

LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik is a family-owned logistics and transport company offering an integrated service portfolio under two main sub-brands: LSL (Landverkehr/logistics under Kühne+Nagel since 2026, member of IDS cooperative) and the Lohmöller Group (contract logistics). The core offerings include Transport Services (Stückgut, FTL/LTL, air/sea freight, customs clearance, special transport), Express Services (priority deliveries with guaranteed timeframes), and Contract Logistics (managing 76,000 m² across five warehouses with value-added services). The company operates proprietary AX CargoSuite TMS software for process automation and AI-based optimization, supported by its own vehicle fleet with over 40,000 m² additional capacity from acquisitions (ILB Transit Logistik 2020, Rhein-West Güterverkehr 2021). Sustainability initiatives include E-LKW testing, photovoltaic installations, and building automation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Piece Goods (Stückgut) Transport Road transport of consolidated piece-goods shipments and partial loads for business customers, forming the company's core freight offering.

Quantifiable outcome

• Express delivery within 30 minutes (binding commitment after phone contact)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kühne+NagelcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026In March 2026, Kühne+Nagel took over Lohmöller's land transport logistics operations in Germany. LSL-Lohmöller Spedition und Logistik GmbH became part of Kühne+Nagel while maintaining IDS membership. Provides LSL customers access to Kühne+Nagel's European and international network with unified processes and seamless transport chains. LSL area around Rheine connects directly to national and international Kühne+Nagel network.
• IDS (International Distribution Service)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Germany's largest and oldest LTL cooperation with approximately 1,800 daily direct transports. IDS offers innovative technologies and strong partners providing customized B2B and B2C logistics solutions. LSL maintains membership after Kühne+Nagel partnership, providing national network coverage.
• AX CargoSuite (Anaxco)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2023New transport management system (TMS) implemented in 2023 as basis for further digitalization. Provides transparency and control in process design. Foundation for AI integration for optimal volume management and Machine Learning for data quality. Enables paperless transport process handling.
• Rhein-West Güterverkehr GmbHcoreOthers · 1 January 2021Acquired in 2021 from Emsdetten. Expansion of warehouse capacity by over 40,000 m² and broadening of logistics know-how. Part of company's strategic growth through acquisitions.
• ILB Transit Logistik GmbH & Co. KGcoreOthers · 1 January 2020Acquired in 2020, expanding Lohmöller's logistics capabilities and warehouse capacity. Location in Salzbergen. Part of company's growth strategy through acquisitions.
• Kühne+Nagel InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2019International cooperation started in 2019, giving Lohmöller access to Kühne+Nagel's global network for international shipments. This partnership evolved into the 2026 acquisition.
• 24plusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2009Cooperation started in 2009 as one of Lohmöller's early network partnerships in the LTL sector. Has been superseded by IDS and Kühne+Nagel partnerships.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Gebrüder Weiss: Gebrüder Weiss is an Austrian-headquartered, family-owned European logistics provider with strong LTL/groupage, FTL, air/sea freight, and contract logistics. Highly comparable to Lohmöller as a multi-generational family-led mid-market 3PL serving European mid-market and enterprise shippers.
• Dachser: Dachser is a German family-owned logistics company with one of Europe's largest LTL networks and integrated contract logistics. Like Lohmöller, it serves mid-market and enterprise shippers across Germany with Stückgut/groupage services, and operates its own regional warehousing and value-added services — making it a direct competitive reference point.
• Emons Spedition: Emons is a medium-sized German road transport and logistics specialist, also member of IDS, with multi-modal Stückgut and full-load services plus contract logistics. Direct peer to Lohmöller in German regional LTL and network-based groupage.
• Rhenus Logistics: Rhenus is a German-based multimodal logistics provider offering road freight (including LTL/groupage via Rhenus Freight Network), contract logistics, and warehousing. Directly comparable as a mid-to-large German 3PL with overlapping industrial and retail customer base.
• Hellmann Worldwide Logistics: Hellmann is a German family-founded global logistics provider with strong road freight, LTL, and contract logistics operations. It is directly comparable to Lohmöller as a family-led 3PL offering groupage, FTL/LTL, warehousing, and air/sea freight with European and global reach.
• Streck Logistik: Streck is a German medium-sized logistics company focused on transport (FTL/LTL), warehousing, and value-added services with regional roots in southern Germany. Comparable to Lohmöller as a similarly sized German 3PL competing for industrial and retail contract logistics customers.
• Noerpel Group: Noerpel is a German family-owned logistics group with Stückgut, FTL/LTL, contract logistics, and customs services, headquartered in southern Germany. Direct comparable to Lohmöller as a regional German Mittelstand 3PL with similar service portfolio and customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Kühne+Nagel: Kühne+Nagel is the global logistics leader that took over LSL's land transport operations in March 2026 and provides Lohmöller's international network. Comparable across road, contract logistics, air/sea freight, and customs, but operates at vastly larger scale as a global forwarder rather than a regional carrier.
• DB Schenker: DB Schenker is one of Europe's largest integrated logistics providers with extensive European road freight (including LTL/groupage), contract logistics, air and sea freight, and customs services. Comparable to Lohmöller across most service lines, but operates at much larger scale and as a broader incumbent.

Regional players

• Spedition Queck: Queck is a German medium-sized freight forwarder specializing in Stückgut/LTL groupage and part of the IDS network, comparable to Lohmöller's LTL offering. Strongly comparable as an IDS member and regional German groupage forwarder, though operating in a different regional footprint (northern Hessen vs. Münsterland).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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