Geodis set to buy Gandon Transports to enhance its healthcare offering

Gandon transport specialises in moving pharmaceutical goods at controlled temperatures, (2/8°C and 15/25°C), and has a range of different customers. Geodis is acquiring the company to strengthen its capacity to distribute to pharmacies, wholesalers, and hospitals throughout France.

Marie-Christine Lombard, Chief Executive Officer of GEODIS said: “This acquisition will consolidate GEODIS’ status as a key player in the healthcare market.  From inventory planning to temperature-controlled storage and transport to the final recipient, we want to offer our customers a complete and reliable solution throughout the supply chain.”

Joël GANDON, President of GANDON Transports added: “By joining the GEODIS group, a world leader in transport and logistics, we will be able to offer greater opportunities to our customers and employees.  At the heart of this alliance are the strong and shared values of customer service and employee satisfaction.”