dbschenker.co.ke

What dbschenker.co.ke does

DSV Kenya, operating from the dbschenker.co.ke web property (now redirected to DSV's Kenya page), is the Kenyan operating entity of DSV A/S, a Denmark-headquartered, Nasdaq Copenhagen-listed global freight forwarding and logistics provider founded in 1976. DSV offers air, sea, road, and rail freight forwarding alongside contract logistics, fourth-party logistics (4PL), and project logistics services to enterprise customers across automotive, technology, healthcare, industrial, consumer, aerospace, chemicals, energy, and fairs/events segments. Named enterprise customers span cosmetics (Elizabeth Arden), sportswear (Under Armour), food (RAWBITE), healthcare (Mölnlycke), and building products (Velux), evidencing a multi-vertical go-to-market.

The underlying technical asset is the myDSV digital platform, which provides self-service booking, tracking, and rate management for customers alongside traditional enterprise sales motions. Operations span 3,000+ offices across 90+ countries with ~150,000 employees and 50,000+ trucks deployed daily, giving DSV multimodal scale economics that smaller forwarders cannot match. The 2024 acquisition of DB Schenker is being integrated across 60+ countries through H1 2026, materially expanding the company's network density and product surface.

Revenue mechanics combine contracted enterprise freight programs (long-tail revenue per shipper) with transactional SMB volume routed through the myDSV self-serve channel. Pricing is typically per shipment, per mode, plus value-added services such as customs brokerage, warehousing, and supply chain design. The Kenya entity functions as a country-level operating unit embedded in DSV's global Road, Air & Sea, and Solutions divisions, with a long-term strategic direction set by Hedehusene headquarters.

Name

dbschenker.co.ke

Legal name

DSV A/S

Website

https://dbschenker.co.ke

Company type

Public

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Short description

DSV Kenya is the Nairobi-based operating entity of DSV A/S, a global freight forwarder offering air, sea, road, and rail forwarding plus contract and 4PL logistics to enterprise customers across nine industry verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTLACAEAI

Door-to-Door Integrated Multimodal (DDP/DDU) Forwarding

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Multimodal/Intermodal Freight Forwarding

SECONDARYTLACACAD

Domestic Distribution & Regional Linehaul Forwarding

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Road Freight Forwarding (Domestic & Cross-Border)

SECONDARYTLACAAAC

Charter Air Freight Forwarding (Full/Part Charter, ACMI Brokerage)

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Air Freight Forwarding

SECONDARYTLACAJAI

Time-Critical & AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Specialized Forwarding

Transportation & Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Customs Brokerage/Specialized Cargo Forwarding (Perishables/Pharma, Dangerous Goods, Live Animals)

Keywords

• Freight forwarding services
• Logistics services
• Supply chain management
• Warehousing services
• Transport solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Nairobi

HQ country

Kenya

HQ region

Africa

Offices4 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. Freight Forwarding Services: Core revenue from air freight, sea freight, road transport, and rail freight forwarding services across global routes. Services include groupage shipments, LTL, direct transport, and intermodal solutions.
2. Contract Logistics: Warehouse management, inventory control, and integrated logistics solutions including 4PL lead logistics and project logistics services
3. Value-Added Services: Customs clearance, packaging, storage, and specialized handling including cleanroom transportation, heavy equipment transport, and event logistics
4. Digital Platform Services: myDSV digital platform access for verified customers with pricing visibility and self-service capabilities

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DSV Kenya provides multi-modal freight forwarding across air, sea, road, and rail; contract logistics including warehousing and distribution; lead logistics (4PL); project logistics for oversized and complex cargo; and industry-specific supply chain solutions for automotive, healthcare, industrial, consumer, aerospace, chemicals, and technology sectors. Services are delivered through DSV's global network with integrated digital tools for booking, tracking, and visibility.

Product overview

DSV operates a multi-faceted logistics platform combining digital solutions with physical transport and logistics services. The digital ecosystem is anchored by the myDSV platform, which integrates eVisibility (warehouse management), DSV Visibility (shipment tracking), Supply Chain Management (SCMS), and API/EDI Connectivity for enterprise integration. Physical logistics services span all transport modes (air, sea, road, rail, parcel) supplemented by contract logistics, lead logistics/4PL, project logistics, and decarbonizing logistics services. Industry-specific solutions address automotive, technology, healthcare, industrial, consumer, aerospace, events/exhibitions, and chemicals sectors. The company has recently completed the acquisition of Schenker, integrating its operations into the DSV platform across 60+ countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Freight Global air freight forwarding services for time-sensitive cargo, including consolidation, charter services, and specialized handling for various cargo types, offered to enterprise and mid-market shippers.
• Sea Freight Global ocean freight services including full container load (FCL), less than container load (LCL), and specialized shipping solutions for various cargo requirements across international routes.
• Road Transport European and international road freight services including groupage shipments, intermodal solutions, LTL and direct transport across 55 countries with 50,000+ trucks operating daily.
• Rail Freight Intercontinental rail freight services connecting Europe with Asia, providing sustainable alternatives to air and sea transport along major trade corridors.
• Contract Logistics Integrated warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment services including inventory management, order processing, and value-added services tailored to specific customer requirements.
• Lead Logistics (4PL) Fourth-party logistics services providing end-to-end supply chain management, optimization, and strategic coordination across multiple logistics providers and transport modes.
• Project Logistics Specialized logistics for complex, large-scale projects including heavy haulage, oversized cargo, and turnkey solutions for industrial and infrastructure projects.
• Value-Added Services Comprehensive additional logistics services including customs clearance, packaging, labeling, insurance, and specialized handling for various cargo types.
• Automotive Logistics Specialized logistics solutions for the automotive industry including inbound logistics, JIT/sequence logistics, finished vehicle logistics, and aftermarket parts distribution.
• Healthcare Logistics Temperature-controlled and regulatory-compliant logistics for pharmaceutical, medical device, and healthcare products including clinical trial logistics and GDP-compliant distribution.
• Chemicals Logistics Specialized chemical logistics with compliance to QHSE requirements, including chemical transportation, warehousing, supply chain management, and adherence to international regulations including CDI, SQAS, and Cefic standards.
• Industrial Logistics Tailor-made logistics solutions for industrial sectors including chemicals, machinery, and heavy equipment with complex handling and project requirements.
• Technology Logistics End-to-end supply chain solutions for technology companies including semiconductor, electronics, and IT equipment logistics with specialized handling and security requirements.
• Consumer Logistics Retail and consumer goods logistics including e-commerce fulfillment, omnichannel distribution, and last-mile delivery solutions.
• Fairs & Exhibitions Logistics Specialized logistics for trade shows and exhibitions including time-critical deliveries, complex venue access, on-site coordination, and comprehensive event logistics worldwide.
• Aerospace Logistics Specialized logistics for the aerospace industry including spare parts urgent transport, MRO support, and SAT logistics with strict security and compliance requirements.
• myDSV DSV's primary customer-facing digital platform providing quote, booking, and shipment management capabilities; enables users to book shipments, track deliveries, manage warehouse operations, and access real-time visibility across supply chain operations.
• Decarbonising Logistics Environmental sustainability solutions including carbon reporting, route optimization, alternative fuel options, and multimodal transport solutions to reduce supply chain emissions.

Named customers7 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Volvo Autonomous SolutionsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2026Strategic collaboration for autonomous freight operations in Texas, USA. Volvo Autonomous Solutions deploys its Autonafreight solution combining Volvo VNL Autonomous vehicles with self-driving technology from Aurora and Waabi. DSV operates autonomous freight between Aurora's terminals in Dallas and Houston, integrating them into DSV's existing logistics flows. Initial phase includes safety driver, with ambition to expand to additional routes and 24/7 operations.
• XenetacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing partnership for quarterly webinars on freight market trends, rate developments, and supply chain insights. Xeneta's Chief Analyst joins DSV experts to discuss market movements, geopolitical impacts on shipping and transportation.
• DB SchenkerflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerDSV completed the acquisition of Schenker in 2024. Integration remains on track with more than 60 countries now integrated or undergoing integration. The dbschenker.com domain has been merged into DSV.com. Schenker self-service tools remain accessible while migration to DSV platforms continues.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Sinotrans: China's largest freight forwarder and logistics provider; relevant regional peer in cross-border Asia-Europe and Asia-Africa trade lanes where DSV operates.

Direct peers

• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest global freight forwarders with air, sea, road, and contract logistics; most direct comparable to DSV's scale and multimodal offering.
• Expeditors International: US-listed global freight forwarder focused on air and ocean freight with strong enterprise customer base; comparable asset-light forwarding model.
• CEVA Logistics: Global 3PL owned by CMA CGM offering freight management, contract logistics, and end-to-end supply chain solutions; directly comparable services portfolio.
• C.H. Robinson: Major North American freight forwarder and 3PL with global ocean and air forwarding capabilities; comparable multimodal forwarding and managed transportation.
• Kerry Logistics Network: Asia-headquartered global logistics provider with freight forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain solutions; comparable scope with regional depth.
• Yusen Logistics: Japanese-headquartered global logistics company offering air/sea forwarding, contract logistics, and supply chain management; comparable multimodal and vertical solutions.

Broad incumbents

• DHL Global Forwarding: Freight forwarding arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group; broad incumbent offering air, ocean, road, and contract logistics across global enterprise customers.
• Maersk Logistics & Services: Integrated logistics arm of A.P. Moller-Maersk offering ocean, inland, and contract logistics; broad incumbent with deep ocean and end-to-end supply chain services.
• XPO Logistics / GXO Logistics: Major contract logistics and freight transportation players in North America and Europe with comparable warehousing, distribution, and managed transportation services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/dsv_global

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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