WHERE IT STARTED
FROM THE FIRST TRIP TO A EUROPEAN NETWORK
The official history of Jan de Rijk Logistics begins in 1971. With a family in which trade, transport and enterprise came together early on.
What began with hands-on work, adaptability and seeing opportunities grew into a European logistics player. Today, Jan de Rijk Logistics connects transport, distribution, contract logistics and supply chain management solutions across Europe.
THE START OF JAN DE RIJK TRANSPORT
THE START IN HOEVEN
In 1971, Jan de Rijk and Jacqueline Heeren start the company. From Hoeven, they build a transport business with a clear mindset: short lines of communication, hard work and doing what you promise.
That foundation is still recognisable today. Large enough for complex European supply chains. Small enough to stay personal, direct and entrepreneurial.
Air cargo as a foundation
AIR CARGO AS A FOUNDATION
BUILT ON AIR CARGO
Air cargo trucking becomes a key foundation for growth. Air cargo requires speed, precision and reliability. Shipments align with flight schedules, cut-off times, documentation and international agreements.
This is where Jan de Rijk Logistics builds its expertise: not just driving, but planning, monitoring, coordinating and pushing through when time matters.
FROM TRANSPORT TO CONNECTED LOGISTICS
FROM TRANSPORT TO SUPPLY CHAIN CONTROL
Over the years, Jan de Rijk Logistics grows alongside customer needs. Transport remains the foundation, but the chain demands more. Warehousing, distribution, intermodal solutions, freight solutions, customs, data and central control.
This is how Jan de Rijk Logistics grows into a logistics partner that connects every link in the chain.
CONTROL FOR THE NEXT CHAPTER
THE HISTORY KEEPS MOVING
The history of Jan de Rijk Logistics isn’t just about growth. It’s about looking ahead. About investing in people, fleet, systems, sustainability and a stronger European network.
That thread continues. From family business to European backbone. From transport to connected logistics. From doing what’s needed to bringing control to complex European supply chains.
