DMN Logistics acquires EV logistics specialist JLL Vehicle Distribution

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DMN Logistics has completed the acquisition of JLL Vehicle Distribution, boosting its EV and transported vehicle logistics operation.

Alvechurch-based JLL Vehicle Distribution, established as a father and son business in 2010, offers boutique and EV transport operations for Inchcape, Autorola, Audi as well as other large dealer groups, vehicle brokers and multiple brands. The business also provides delivery, vehicle transfer services and customer handovers to the corporate and dealer sectors.

DMN Logistics initially approached JLL Vehicle Distribution director James Lee to explore collaborative opportunities. Following extensive talks, both parties agreed upon a full acquisition of JLL.

Nick Chadaway, managing director at DMN Logistics, said: “Both our companies specialise in vehicle logistics but the scale we want to achieve in the marketplace cannot be accomplished as quickly as we hope if we are separate entities.”

The deal enables DMN Logistics to leverage increasing opportunities with many of the emerging Chinese and American OEMs, which are seeking expansion into the UK and growth in the vehicle logistics marketplace.

Chadaway continued: “We have ambitious plans to expand in the EV logistics and automotive sectors and this strategic acquisition will help achieve our aims. With the JLL business, we are able to capitalise on the opportunities presented by the new entrants and as EVs become mainstream.” Nick Chadaway DMN

James Lee will remain in the business as managing director and will focus on building relationships, new business development and developing ways to improve operational efficiency.

He commented: “This acquisition benefits both us and DMN Logistics. Our contacts can support their expansion while they are better equipped to support our infrastructure. It’s a win-win for both companies.”

Nick Chadaway added: “It is no secret that we have been more focused on business growth since the pandemic, and this acquisition instantly increases our fleet size. We have already placed orders for more vehicles and further orders planned to increase our ability to offer more EV movements.”

Business growth at DMN Logistics leads to relocation to larger premises

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In anticipation of future growth, it is relocating its staff and business activities to larger premises that will also enable the business to have the capacity to accommodate in excess of 300 vehicles in a secure hardstanding storage environment just off J1 M5 near West Bromwich.

DMN Logistics, a Birmingham-based national vehicle movement and inspection firm, has seen a 25% increase in business over the last year and has strategically diversified its business offering to support the new emerging vehicle logistics, Inspection, and storage environment post covid.

In anticipation of future growth, it is relocating its staff and business activities to larger premises that will also enable the business to have the capacity to accommodate in excess of 300 vehicles in a secure hardstanding storage environment just off J1 M5 near West Bromwich.

Nick Chadaway, Managing Director at DMN Logistics, said: “These are exciting times at DMN. The expansion to larger, more bespoke premises comes as a result of strategic decisions made, and we are now reaping the benefits of business growth and are thrilled to succeed through these adverse times. The new site will enable us to enhance our service provision to include vehicle storage, customer care handover facilities, valet, smart repair, and stock management via our in-house developed MiStorage web portal.

The site will also be the operating base for the recently announced expansion of its transporter fleet following its acquisition of JLL Logistics to support the increase of EV and home deliveries to its fleet, OEM and utility clients.

During lockdown, DMN Logistics took the opportunity to re-examine its operation, free up resources in areas and invest in digitisation and innovation and the business is now reaping the benefits. Looking ahead, DMN Logistics is better placed to support staff, with improved training and greater utilisation of their time to better support customers’ delivery needs.

The recent introduction of integrated AI technology, which provides real-time route planning, driving times, and the ability to pre-empt transport issues, is already providing greater efficiencies in their vehicle delivery service.

Nick added: “Utilising downtime during lockdown to invest in the company and our staff demonstrates our determination to be successful. By being agile, we can offer a one-stop single vehicle or high-capacity logistics and vehicle inspection solution. Additionally, our AI technology is helping us win new contracts as well as ensure compliance with existing clients’ SLAs and data requirements. We are a company that is powered by data and driven by people, and we will continue to support our customers, and our drivers, to ensure their needs are met.”