Withofs Bulk Logistics acquires Weltens B.V. Int. Transporten:

Withofs Bulk Logistics will take over the Dutch transport company Weltens B.V. from Geleen as of January 1, 2026, including the transport activities from the Herzogenrath (Germany) branch. With this strategic step, Withofs Bulk Logistics strengthens its presence in the Benelux and Germany and further expands its fleet and network in the field of road transport Tank, Bulk, and ISO-container trucking services. The combined fleet consists of 80 tractor units and over 110 trailers, including ADR tankers, bulk trailers, and chassis for ISO-tank containers and bulk containers.

Strategic expansion in the Benelux, Germany, and Northern France

Weltens B.V. International Transport has a strong reputation in tank transport. The locations in Geleen and Herzogenrath are strategically situated in the region of various customers and provide a valuable addition to the existing Withofs branches in Lanaken, Antwerp, and Zeebrugge. With the integration of Weltens B.V., Withofs Bulk Logistics can serve its customers in the Benelux, Germany, and Northern France even better with regional transport solutions. This not only provides logistical advantages but also additional capacity and flexibility for both existing and new customers.

Sustainability and efficiency at the core

The acquisition helps to reduce empty kilometers and maximize trip occupancy. By better aligning routes and flows within the expanded network, a more sustainable and cost-efficient logistics operation is created. This fits perfectly with the sustainability strategy of Withofs Bulk Logistics and Weltens B.V.

Two family businesses, one vision:

Both Withofs Bulk Logistics and Weltens B.V. are family businesses with a strong focus on reliability, quality, and long-term cooperation. They both serve the chemical industry and the construction materials, additives, and emulsions sectors in their full breadth. After a thorough exploratory period, it became clear that both companies share the same values and future vision. The daily operations at Weltens B.V. int. transporten will continue unchanged under the current management of Rene Hulsbosch.

In the coming period, the teams of Withofs Bulk Logistics and Weltens B.V. int. Transporten will be introduced to each other, after which they will work together on a smooth integration and further development of joint growth plans.

Withofs Bulk Logistics, together with Weltens B.V., is a leading logistics service provider with branches in Lanaken, Antwerp, Zeebrugge, Geleen, and Herzogenrath. With a specialist service package in the field of national and international tank, Bulk and ISO-Container transport, the company focuses on sustainable and efficient logistics solutions for the Benelux, Germany, and Northern France.