CargoLine wins Güttler Logistik from Hof as a new partner

Frankfurt am Main, 15 January 2026 – The general cargo cooperation CargoLine continues to strengthen its network of strong medium-sized companies and integrates Güttler Logistik from Hof as a new franchisee into its Europe-wide network. The cooperation officially begins on January 1, 2027 and consolidates CargoLine's market position in the Upper Franconia region.

With Güttler Logistik, CargoLine is gaining a renowned logistics service provider that is known for its many years of experience and its strong regional roots in Hof and the surrounding area. The addition of Güttler to the partner network will further optimize the service quality and coverage for CargoLine customers in this strategically important region.

"We are very pleased to welcome Güttler Logistik as proven general cargo experts to our cooperation," explains Jörn Peter Struck, Managing Director of CargoLine. "Güttler's expertise and regional presence are a valuable addition to our network. This partnership enables us to strengthen our network with a renowned medium-sized company."

Johannes Reuther, Managing Partner of Güttler Logistik, comments: "The decision to become part of CargoLine is a logical step for Güttler Logistik. We see this cooperation as an excellent opportunity to expand our service portfolio and give our customers access to one of Europe's leading general cargo networks. We are looking forward to the future together and the synergies that will result from it."

With this strategic partnership, CargoLine underlines its claim to operate a comprehensive and high-performance network that meets the requirements of the modern logistics market.

About CargoLine

CargoLine (www.cargoline.de) is a cooperation for intercontinental general cargo transport. 53 medium-sized transport and logistics service providers form the nationwide network, which is complemented by high-performance international partners. In addition to system-guided transport services, the focus is on the areas of distribution, procurement and contract logistics as well as sea freight. The company's own start-up forge Cargo Digital World CDW and three logistics platform models to date round off the portfolio. In 2024, the group of companies moved 12.06 million shipments and generated sales of 1.59 billion euros with a good 7,320 employees. Car-goLine is certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001 including transport and logistics services as well as according to DIN EN ISO 14001, DIN EN 14064 (CO2 footprint in the network) and DIN EN 16258 (CO2 footprint per transmission). In addition, the cooperation is a member of s.a.f.e. and has based its information security measures on the requirements of the ISO 27001 standard. Last but not least, the independent quality assurance company Intertek has confirmed the Group's HACCP conformity.

About Güttler Logistik

Güttler Logistik is a traditional logistics company based in Hof. The company has extensive experience in transportation, a high-performing IT department, and a strong focus on customer-centric services. Thanks to its strong presence in Upper Franconia, West Saxony and Eastern Thuringia, Güttler Logistik is firmly anchored in the region.

With the handling of around 185,000 shipments per year, Güttler Logistik sees joining CargoLine as a consistent and sensible step to continue on its growth course in the long term. The company currently employs around 220 people and generated sales of over 30 million euros in 2025.

Contact:

CargoLine GmbH & Co. KG – Lyoner Str. 15 – 60528 Frankfurt

Press contact: Jörn Peter Struck

Tel. 069 951550-100 – E-Mail: peter.struck@cargoline.de