AIT Home Delivery, part of AIT Worldwide Logistics, has launched Germany’s first dedicated next-day, two-person delivery service.
Operating from a state-of-the-art 20,000m2 facility in Hannover, the company will handle 1,000 deliveries per day, supported by a fleet of 50 branded trailers and 80 two-person delivery crews.
Deliveries will take place Monday-Saturday from 7:00am to 8:00pm as standard and AIT Home Delivery will be able to provide the service to 85% of the German population.
Gary McKelvey, AIT’s vice president of global home delivery, said, “We are bringing something genuinely new to the market and a service which will revolutionize two-person home delivery in Germany. It is a true game changer underpinned by a proven model from the UK, cutting-edge technology and a dedicated local team committed to providing the ultimate final-mile delivery experience.”
AIT’s operation is backed by 11 regional depots and an experienced German logistics team reporting directly to McKelvey. The IT-driven platform enables precise delivery scheduling down to individual postal codes and engages the end customer in the process to improve visibility and overall satisfaction, according to the company.
Ryan Carter, AIT’s executive vice president, Americas, commented, “After conducting extensive market research, AIT has built a solution that complements the buying behaviors of German consumers which are very similar to that of the UK.
“The early feedback from German retail and manufacturing partners has been fantastic, particularly our ability to significantly reduce lead times and deliver six days a week at no extra charge providing them with a massive competitive edge.
“We are seeing strong demand and plans are already underway to open a second site in southern Germany next year.”
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