Economic, Social and Environmental Harmony in Logistics – Schenker Provides Integrated Solutions in More Than 130 Countries

Schenker & Co was founded in 1872, when Gottfried Schenker offered the first consolidated rail transport from Paris to Vienna. Today, they strive for an economic, social and environmental harmony in logistics and supply chain management.

The company’s portfolio provides integrated logistics solutions with a focus on the industry and the IT know-how.

eServices are related to contract logistics, cargo airplanes and oceanic transport, as well as road transport.

The company has a wide global base of purchasers and a simple business model. It enables door-to-door solutions thanks to the global presence in over 130 countries. With close to 700,000 purchasers from various spheres of the industry, whether small, medium or large, the operations are less subject to the crisis.

They have their own vehicles when it comes to road transport, and logistics locations are predominantly rented.

PRIMUS 2025 is Schenker’s response to a changeable market. It is a sustainable process of transformation which harmonizes the company with all its business units and enables it to be a global leader in logistics.

DB Schenker is built on a strong foundation of four pillars: purpose, ambitions, values and dedication. They launched the PRIMUS strategy in 2016, which unifies the company and provides key guidelines in everyday and long-term operations of a global logistics company.

On the path toward a better connected and more sustainable world

For a century and a half, the employees at DB Schenker are dedicated to providing help to purchasers in sending goods to and from any part of the world.

– So much has changed in the world in all that time. But what hasn’t changed is the dedication of over 74,500 of our employees worldwide in providing our clients with a full range of logistics and transport services in order to meet their constantly changing needs – the company says.

They add that their history gives them a sense of identity, a better understanding of who they are, where they have come from and where they are going, and it can also help them create the future.

As one of the leading providers of global logistics in the world, DB Schenker is dedicated to creating the future by improving the lives of all those they work with.

– “To elevate” is a transitive verb. It means to bring higher, raise and improve in various ways, from intellectual to physical, financial to moral. When we’re talking about “improving lives”, we’re talking about how to better raise us as a company, individuals and community. In our jubilee year, we want to bring this pioneering spirit to new dimensions by inciting innovations, shaping a sustainable future and connecting communities – they point out.



Through innovations

In the past 150 years, innovations have always been part of the corporate culture of DB Schenker. From the development of the most advanced products and services to the implementation of the most modern technologies, they continue providing their clients with a comparative advantage, which they need in order to upgrade their business and effectively and efficiently compete in today’s global economy.

Through sustainability

As a leading provider of global logistics and transport services the company implements sustainability as the essence of its business practice – from people’s well-being and the well-being of their communities, to a sustainable growth and reduction of the environmental footprint, as well as the development of new products and cooperation with our suppliers and partners.

– By integrating these principles in every aspect of what we do every day, we oblige to be a leader in sustainability and a socially responsible partner in the global communities in which we provide services – the company says.

Through people

– Our people are our most important value, and our success depends on a competent, varied and well-trained workforce. Internationality, team work, reliability and an innovative spirit are the values that set us apart. Our clients know what our capabilities are and what makes us different from others. As we are beginning our next 150 years, we see that as an enormous opportunity to reconnect with families, friends, colleagues and clients, especially considering the key role that they play in our success and yours and how we can improve their lives even further – they add.

How are we celebrating the 150th anniversary?

The company’s 150th anniversary will be celebrated throughout the year – regional events for the employees, clients and partners will be held.

– The focus of our celebrations will be on the company’s challenge to give to others, where, through the participation of employees, DB Schenker will donate up to EUR 1.5 million to four charity organizations throughout the four quarters – they say.

The thematic program is called “The Challenge in Road Management”. The employees will download an adapted program app and, through physical activity challenges and quizzes in the app, be able to collect points which go to one of the four charity organizations.

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