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Family businesses in the
Logistics sector — our portrait
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Portrait
Cologne-based Emons Spedition is an established and globally active transport and logistics company with quality and environmental standards. Here you can find out what the medium-sized family company is doing in detail and what goals it is pursuing. Since 1928, the name Emons has stood for continuity, a high level of reliability, flexible services and one of the few medium-sized private logistics networks in Germany.
Emons company profile
at a glance
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Why Emons
We always have big plans and strong goals for both the company and our Emonsians.
We've been around since 1928 and have come a long way in more than 90 years.
Emons is an organically growing family business.
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Our vision for a strong future.
Emons stands for independence, tradition and future. As a family company, we combine our established corporate culture with a cross-generational orientation. Through targeted investments, we ensure our independence and future viability — for sustainable success and reliable partnerships.
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trust
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entitlement
Our customers entrust us with things that are of great value to them. An element without which production stands still. An asset that must be handled with extreme care. A part that is assembled on time by a craftsman.
You don't entrust these goods to everyone. When it comes down to it, quality beats any price — no matter how cheap. Emons stands for quality and reliability. And quality and reliability create trust.
What we do to strengthen the trust of our customers:
Humanity and reliability
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As a family business, Emons stands for humanity and reliability. Our relationships with customers, partners and employees are based on mutual trust, transparency and continuity. For us, every order is more than just a business transaction - it is an opportunity to grow together.
With a corporate culture based on respect and reliability, we build strong and sustainable relationships with our customers and partners. This forms the basis for continuous success and mutual trust.Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
When it comes down to it, trust counts more than the price.
Committed, transparent and solution-oriented
Our team accompanies you from the first inquiry to the final delivery - committed, transparent and solution-oriented. Through open communication and individual support, we create a trusting working relationship.
Reliability that your production can rely on.
We are strictly committed to the safety of people, the environment and therefore all business processes, especially when transporting hazardous goods.
Timely delivery of your most valuable goods.
We stand for reliability and stability
Our own equipment (vehicle fleet and real estate) contributes to reliability and stability. Our independently organized quality management system (based on TQM) is geared to the wishes and requirements of our customers.
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quality
that it matters.
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Our customers entrust us with their shipments because they know from experience that our quality is reliable. The trust placed in us creates an obligation to deliver on our promise of quality and reliability. This is where the circle comes full circle. Trust that you have earned creates even more trust.
our most valuable asset
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motivation
Behind every transport, every shipment and every success are more than 3,000 dedicated employees who achieve outstanding results every day with passion and expertise. We believe in the potential of each individual and support our teams through regular training, innovative work environments, and a culture of respect.
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qualification
Our employees are not only specialists in their fields — they are also ambassadors of our values. Together, we are shaping the future of logistics, with a focus on collaboration, diversity and trust.
We are certified — quality-conscious action is our guideline.
Shipment tracking
Centrally controlled quality management
Highest quality is our goal — in all areas
ISO certified standards
Quality management system - ISO 9001:2015
surety
Holistic services
Everything from a single source - optimized & customer-oriented
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responsibility
With every generation, our fleet is getting greener, only our vehicles remain red.
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entitlement
Emons has always shown responsibility for the environment. Transportation is our main starting point. With our own container trains, we transfer transport from road to rail. We always keep our truck fleet modern — with ever lower emission engines —, ensure economical driving, increase capacity utilization and avoid empty runs. In addition, life-saving assistance systems are a matter of course for us.
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Sustainability as a principle
For us, responsibility means combining economic action with ecological and social values. Our annual CO₂ balance sheet documents our progress in climate protection. With Green Logistics, we are shifting traffic flows to rail and actively contributing to reducing emissions.
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New facilities for environmental protection and sustainable jobs
Our new plants are not only characterized by the latest standards from the outside world. We also work behind the scenes with modern and sustainable technologies such as photovoltaics, heat pumps, district heating, electric vehicles and safety systems to ensure sustainability and safety for our employees.
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Strategic location selection
Our locations are strategically selected to offer maximum efficiency and minimal environmental impact. We work closely with partners who share our values and promote short distances to the most important economic centers. Technology and Innovation
Emons uses cutting-edge technologies to conserve resources and increase efficiency. Driver training, environmental awareness courses and continuing education help to strengthen the competence of our teams and underline our commitment to quality and the environment.
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Commitment to employees
The focus is on our employees. We promote a safe and respectful work environment and place great value on ethical action. Initiatives such as JobRad and digital tools support both the environment and the wellbeing of our teams.
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Social responsibility is an integral part of our identity.
As a leading company in the logistics sector, we face not only economic but also social obligations. For this reason, we have once again decided this year to look beyond the limits of our core business and take on social responsibility. Because we are convinced that companies can and should make a positive contribution to society.
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people
“For over 90 years, Emons has stood for reliable, flexible and future-oriented logistics solutions. Our recipe for success: a strong network, committed employees and the consistent use of cutting-edge technologies. We combine tradition with innovation — and are therefore the ideal partner for tailor-made logistics solutions worldwide. ”
Ralf Wieland
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CEO
“Profitability, stability and sustainable growth are the basis of our actions. With a solid financial structure and clear strategic orientation, we provide our clients with the security they need to be successful together in the long term. Emons stands for responsible logistics at the highest level. ”
Thorsten Heuser
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CFO
are the people.
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Our corporate culture
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Our corporate culture
Every single employee is part of the Emons family and our cooperation is characterized by trust, loyalty and honest and fair cooperation. At Emons, we attach great importance to living respect. Because genuine appreciation is an important asset. We value every job equally, regardless of position, and reject any form of discrimination. “Emonsionality” also depends on open and honest communication on equal terms — we appreciate direct and clear dialogue and binding agreements between employees and managers. We use constructive and respectful criticism to improve. Because continuous encouragement and challenge contributes to motivation and makes our employees even more valuable. Supporting independent action is a matter of course for us.
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Facts & figures
Emons in facts & figures
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Chronicle
Our story shows that Emons grows with the challenges faced by its customers. Future-oriented, value-based and always with the aim of rethinking logistics.
