KSZ Transport

Ask anyone in the sector and you’ll hear it again and again: “We see your trucks everywhere.” In a short space of time, KSZ Transport has become a highly visible player on Dutch roads. But behind that visible success lies something less obvious, and perhaps even more important: full control over the operation.

KSZ is not a carrier that plans trips and hopes for the best. The company works from a clear belief: transport only succeeds when you can fully track it, actively adjust it and continuously improve it. No chaos, no guesswork, just control. Every single day.

“We’re tough on content, but soft with our people. They matter. Together, we’re building KSZ Transport.”

Onur Arslan, Managing Director KSZ Transport

KSZ Transport at a glance:

120 Vehicles, including 22 electric ones, and hundreds of trips per week
Uses the Simacan Control Tower for real-time insights, performance monitoring and customer transparency
Measures trip performance on trackability, timeliness and completeness and intervenes proactively
Runs a digital in-house academy to train drivers on safety, communication, and tech
Combines retail and city distribution with refrigerated, pharmaceutical and construction logistics, always data-driven

Control and grip through people and technology

KSZ proudly positions itself as an IT company on wheels. Not an exaggeration, but a reality: technology is deeply embedded in their day-to-day operations, from planning to execution to evaluation. The team is hands-on, continuously.

“We fine-tune the operation every week.” “We measure performance on traceability, timeliness and completeness.” “The operation is where the real value is created.”

Proactive monitoring is key. Every deviation in execution is a chance to intervene. And every driver is a crucial link in the bigger chain.

Simacan as the tech backbone

To achieve this level of control, KSZ uses the Simacan Control Tower as the central nervous system of its operation. This is where everything comes together: trip data, live location information, deviations, loading instructions and customer agreements. All in real time and fully integrated with KSZ’s own transport management system (TMS).

Planners have immediate insight into trip execution. Is there a delay? Trips are adjusted. Is something off? Action is taken proactively. No phone calls, no spreadsheets, just clear, real-time visibility.

The integration between the TMS and Simacan works both ways. Customers who also use Simacan can plan trips directly themselves, making collaboration smoother and faster.

A physical base for digital growth

To strengthen both growth and operational control, KSZ is building a brand-new 10,000 m² warehouse. The new facility will also house a modern office and a spacious parking area with charging stations for the electric fleet. The warehouse is designed with maximum efficiency, scalability and sustainability in mind.

People at the heart of the digital chain

But technology is only half the story. KSZ invests just as much in its people as it does in systems, especially in its drivers. Through its own digital academy, drivers receive training before their very first trip. From HACCP (food safety) and GDP certifications (pharmaceutical transport) to on-board computer use and urban traffic awareness, the goal is crystal clear: every driver is a KSZ ambassador. They need to understand the game and be able to explain it, if not in Dutch, then in clear English.

“Every truck and driver on the road represents us. For me, this is more than just transport, it’s our business card.”

Richard Valkenburg, Commercial Director KSZ Transport

Drivers are supported by mentors, spend three days riding along, and gain insights into their own driving behaviour through dashboards. This motivates, leads to safer and more fuel-efficient driving, and strengthens engagement across the board.

Driving sustainable progress

When it comes to sustainability, KSZ is looking ahead. The company is rolling out 22 electric trucks for urban store deliveries. But it’s not just about the vehicles, it’s about the bigger picture: smart charging infrastructure and intelligent planning. Trucks charge at customer locations like Jumbo, but also at KSZ’s own sites, powered by solar panels and equipped with buffer capacity.

“We’re investing big in electrification, because we know it will make a real difference for both customers and costs within a year.”

Richard Valkenburg, Commercial Director KSZ Transport

Thanks to Simacan’s real-time charging insights, KSZ can soon plan charging times more efficiently, avoid unnecessary waiting, and analyse EV performance based on live data.

Results that speak for themselves

The approach works. KSZ consistently ranked at the top of Jumbo’s performance reviews, thanks to its reliability, punctuality and clear communication. What customers appreciate most is the transparency: they know where their deliveries are, when they’ll arrive, and what the status is, without having to pick up the phone. This gives KSZ’s internal team peace of mind, helps planners make better decisions, and makes drivers feel part of the bigger picture.

“We focus on constant monitoring and proactive action. That’s how we exceed expectations, and that’s what we stand for.”

Sander Verdonk, Operations Manager KSZ Transport

The strategy is paying off in the market too: KSZ is growing fast, attracting Dutch drivers (not easy in retail distribution), and is being actively approached by customers who do want data and control.

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