Expertise 50 years in the making
We’re proud to have been delivering fast, flexible, reliable fulfilment services across the UK and Europe for over 50 years.
As markets have changed, we’ve constantly adapted to ensure that our customers are always getting the very best services.
Today, with our very own state-of-the-art warehouses and specialised fleet of vehicles, we have the expertise and resources to manage your entire supply chain, make fast decisions and keep your costs low.
Meet our leadership team
Yvan Vande Ghinste
Founder
More than four decades ago, Yvan Vande Ghinste had a vision. He envisioned a logistics company that would redefine the European distribution and freight forwarding landscape. His guiding principle was simple yet profound: deliver unparalleled customer service without breaking the bank.
Over the years, Yvan has handpicked a team of supply chain virtuosos, each possessing a wealth of experience in retail logistics, the creation and management of intricate transport networks, and the complexities of international freight forwarding. These seasoned professionals have taken Yvan's guiding principles and transformed them into a winning formula in the fiercely competitive world of logistics.
The result? Widem has flourished, boasting an impressive turnover of over €100 million within the European Union. The very same individuals who laid the foundation and nurtured this business are the ones at the helm today. Their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence continue to propel Widem forward.
More than four decades ago, Yvan Vande Ghinste had a vision. He envisioned a logistics company that would redefine the European distribution and freight forwarding landscape. His guiding principle was simple yet profound: deliver unparalleled customer service without breaking the bank.
Over the years, Yvan has handpicked a team of supply chain virtuosos, each possessing a wealth of experience in retail logistics, the creation and management of intricate transport networks, and the complexities of international freight forwarding. These seasoned professionals have taken Yvan's guiding principles and transformed them into a winning formula in the fiercely competitive world of logistics.
The result? Widem has flourished, boasting an impressive turnover of over €100 million within the European Union. The very same individuals who laid the foundation and nurtured this business are the ones at the helm today. Their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence continue to propel Widem forward.
Marc Clément
Logistics Director
Marc heads up fulfilment logistics activities at Widem Logistics. Under his guidance, the company has achieved notable milestones, including the opening of three distribution centres with a total area of 55,000sqm2.
An expert at adapting to changing market demands, Marc successfully managed the opening of a retail distribution centre for major fashion retailer, JD Sports, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The challenge saw Marc implementing a rapid scaling up of the operation and increasing staff from zero to 250 within just six months. Today JD Sports has an annual outbound volume of 30 million units.
Marc is known in the business as a hands-on manager, and our customers trust his ability to handle high-volume logistics with attention to detail while always delivering best-in-class service.
When you grow, we grow with you
The retail landscape never stands still. And neither do we.
With complete ownership of our logistics solutions, we have the flexibility to scale with your business as you grow, allowing us to handle your toughest challenges and help you stay competitive in a fast-moving market.
Get in touch today to find out more. We look forward to collaborating with you and helping your business thrive in the dynamic world of retail.
Case studies
Our work in action
We have delivered fast and reliable multi-channel fulfilment for some of the biggest retailers across the UK and Europe. See how we’ve helped our clients achieve their goals through our bespoke solutions.
Case studies
Examples of our work
We have worked with a wide variety of businesses across Europe. Read our case studies to see how we have delivered multi-channel fulfilment to achieve fast and reliable service for our clients.