Intense competition in cost reduction: Lidl shipping firm constructs freighter fleet for reduced transportation expenses
🚀 Yo, peeps! You won't believe this shockin' news about Lidl's Tailwind Shipping Lines!
Born in the midst of the COVID pandemic, Tailwind Shipping Lines is now skyrocketing faster than Elon Musk's rocket ship! A subsidiary of Lidl International, Tailwind provides shipping services for your fave discount chain so they don't run outta stuff. But they're not just keeping it in the fam – they're offering services to other companies too.
This fast-growin' freight firm is now considered one of the top up-and-comers in the shipping world. With five medium-sized freighters under construction in China, each able to hold 'bout 8,400 containers, Tailwind is a'buildin' up its game! These new ships'll be able to run on both traditional fuels and liquefied gas, makin' them real eco-friendly.
If you ask 'em according to the NDR, CEO Christian Stangl says they're always reinventin' their fleet. Right now, they've got two littler ships and they're usin' chartered freighters too. Most of their cargo is Lidl promotional goodies headin' to Europe.
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If Aldi's meat-sortin' shake-up got your attention, you might dig this tidbit – Tailwind ships stuff for Aldi too! And don't forget that external customers are hoppin' on the Tailwind train too. These guys are growin' like a weed! (mp)
Psst... Here's some extra goss for those who want it:
- Tailwind was founded in July 2022 as a response to supply chain crunches brought on by the pandemic and the conflict in Ukraine.
- Their mission is to secure shipping capacity for Lidl merchandise and to engage with other industries, like fashion and textiles.
- Tailwind's gonna start a direct shipping service from Chattogram to Europe, cuttin' transit times down to less than 20 days. This'll make supply chains more efficient and cheaper for traders.
- They're always keepin' their fleet diverse, but watch out for an expansion in container ship capacity in the future.
- Aimin' to start their direct shipping service at the end of next month, Tailwind's committin' to expandin' their operations like a boss!
Catch me next time when I spill the tea on another juicy insider scoop! 😉
The fast-growing freight firm, Tailwind Shipping Lines, is not only providing services for Lidl but also engaging with other industries such as finance, specifically shipping goods for Aldi. As they expand their operations, Tailwind is also exploring the energy sector, aiming to start a direct shipping service from Chattogram to Europe using ships that can run on both traditional fuels and liquefied gas, making them more eco-friendly.
