Global transport and logistics company DSV is merging a number of UK operations, as it moves to integrate the networks of DSV and Schenker UK, the business has revealed.
DSV, which has its headquarters in Denmark, formally acquired Schenker from Deutsche Bahn for around €1.9bn (£1.66bn) in April last year, in a move aimed at expanding the company’s presence in key verticals and markets.
It is now undertaking a major integration of the two businesses. As part of this programme, several UK terminals are being brought together, which DSV said will increase capacity, streamline transport routes and enhance service quality across the country.
This programme includes the consolidation of the Midlands operations at Mercia Park; the merging of the South East terminals at Purfleet, and adding a terminal at Bradford to the network to strengthen coverage across Yorkshire and the North East. In Scotland, Hamilton will continue to serve the central belt, supported by a legacy Schenker partner for the remaining regions.
The company said that the enhanced UK network will provide full national coverage, including offshore islands, and that customers will continue to have access to priority and secure handling, as well as digital tools including API/EDI connectivity, online booking, label generation, tracking, and performance dashboards with KPIs and analytics.
Announcing the consolidation strategy, DSV said: “These changes are designed to create an even more connected UK operation. Customers will see the benefit through increased capacity, improved productivity, extended final mile reach and fewer partner handovers - all supporting a smoother, more consistent service for domestic deliveries, imports and exports.”
