Mainz, Germany, May 6th, 2021
Hillebrand Gori, the world leading forwarding, transport and logistics provider to the alcoholic beverage industry, (non-hazardous) bulk liquids industry and other products that require special care, officially announces its acquisition of a majority stake in VignoblExport; a leading service provider in small quantity logistics of alcoholic beverages. The French based company provides a world-class service offering, supported by proprietary digital solutions, to both businesses and consumers worldwide. Hillebrand Gori holds an option to acquire the remaining shares in the company.
“VignoblExport enables Hillebrand Gori to strengthen its small quantity logistics business, as well as accelerate our e-commerce activities” according to Cees van Gent, CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board of Hillebrand Gori. “VignoblExport’s presence in main wine exporting countries, coupled with its unique service offering and advanced digital solutions to facilitate the shipment of small quantity orders for wines and other alcoholic beverages, makes it a perfect fit with the Hillebrand Gori network and scope of services.”
Hillebrand Gori already offers small quantity logistics services to the alcoholic beverages industry. VignoblExport’s strong market reputation, large customer base and unique service capabilities will strengthen Hillebrand Gori’s current offering and allow it to service end-consumers directly. With Hillebrand Gori as new majority owner, VignoblExport is able to expand its operations to other countries by leveraging the extensive global Hillebrand Gori network. Both companies will employ their expertise and resources to further expand the business on a global scale.
