At Widem Logistics, we are proud of our 50+ years of experience delivering logistics excellence in the EU.
As the market has changed we’ve constantly adapted to ensure that our customers are always getting the very best services.
When you work with Widem Logistics you are working directly with us. Meet the team that makes us who we are…
Leadership team for fulfilment services
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.
Tim Owrid
Business Development Director
Tim heads up our Business Development in the UK and masterminds streamlined EU logistics for our UK customers. Widely experienced in retail logistics, Tim has worked in logistics and supply chain with some of the UK’s most iconic retailers, including Marks & Spencer, Selfridges, Superdry and others. His experience includes developing large automated distribution centres, creating a wide variety of multi-channel operations and extensive experience in automation and robotics.
His long experience in the industry has given him a strong understanding of how the wider economic, social and technological trends shape the retail environment, and has given him a clear insight into how a logistics function should be shaped to drive retail profitability.
When they partner with us, we are confident that our UK clients are safe in some of the very best hands the industry has to offer.
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.
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We understand that the retail landscape is constantly evolving, and we are here to adapt and innovate alongside you. We believe that by offering tailored logistics solutions, we can help you stay competitive in a rapidly changing 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
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.
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.