DHL to acquire the Glen Cameron Group

DHL Supply Chain, part of the Deutsche Post Group (DPDHL), is set to acquire 100 per cent of the Glen Cameron Group, a national logistics company specialising in road freight and contract logistics. The Glen Cameron Group operates a fleet of 1000 trucks and trailers, and has more than 820 employees around Australia.

DHL said in a press release that the strategic combination of the Glen Cameron Group with DHL Supply Chain will strengthen DHL’s position in the evolving Australian road freight market and create one of the largest logistics companies in the country with combined revenue of over $1 billion.

“This is a unique opportunity for DHL Supply Chain to add additional high-quality transport services to our warehouse and transport solutions in Australia,” said Steve Thompsett, CEO, DHL Supply Chain Australia and New Zealand.

“We look forward to offering a fuller range of transport services to existing and new customers. DHL is well recognised for having a strong warehouse base and with this acquisition, we will be strengthening our offer with four services; Domestic Nationwide General Freight, Domestic Nationwide Express Freight, Specialised Services and Contract Logistics transport - with dedicated solutions for customers,” he added.

The Glen Cameron Group is recognised as a leader in freight and contract logistics and DHL will benefit from the expertise of the Cameron Logistics’ team in the consumer and grocery sectors.

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Glen Cameron, Founder and Executive Chairman of the Glen Cameron Group said: “Since founding the Glen Cameron Group 47 years ago and over the last five decades we have built a successful, diverse, and resilient business.

“What began as one eight-tonne truck in 1975 has evolved to be one of Australia’s largest transport and logistic business. Together with DHL, we can take our business to the next level,” he added.

“I’m excited to see the Glen Cameron Group join with DHL. Together, we can increase our footprint and become one of the largest transport and logistics businesses in this country. With the backing of a highly successful global corporate business, we have an opportunity to invest in growth and open new opportunities for our employees, and this marks an important milestone to continue an important legacy in the Australian transportation industry,” Mr Cameron concluded.

Terry Ryan, CEO, DHL Supply Chain, Asia Pacific said that the acquisition signifies the company’s commitment to grow the business in Australia: “The supply chain is evolving quickly and with significant transport operational capability, we will be more agile, respond faster to changing demands, and continue to deliver on our promises,” he said.

In Australia, DHL Supply Chain employs some 4000 logistics professionals at its warehouses and transport operations.