VDL in Born provides thorough inspections of tens of thousands of cars a year
VDL will subject tens of thousands of passenger cars a year to rigorous inspections at its Born campus before these vehicles are transported to dealers. For this purpose, VDL Special Vehicles in Born has signed a multi-year contract with Hödlmayr, the Austrian family business that has one of Europe's largest logistics networks in the automotive sector.
VDL Special Vehicles will carry out predelivery inspections for Hödlmayr of around 50,000 passenger cars a year. These comprehensive vehicle inspections include critical quality checks such as paint damage assessment, paint repairs, dent removal and other adjustments to ensure that each vehicle is delivered in perfect condition. The competences required for this are seamlessly aligned with all facets required in building vehicles.
Through these predelivery inspections, combined with the automated assembly of battery packs, VDL is working on the transition in Born to become a broad partner in sustainable mobility. Hödlmayr specialises in the entire supply chain - from receiving cars from the factory or port of entry to delivering them to the car dealer or private end customer. Customers are major European and Chinese car brands. This makes Hödlmayr one of the leading European players in the automotive industry.
Successful cooperation
"Common values and objectives are the key ingredients for a successful partnership that adds value for the customer. In VDL Special Vehicles, we are delighted to have a reliable partner with the same mentality that radiates cooperation. We look forward to shaping the future in the Netherlands together," says Ivan Driesen, regional director Hödlmayr Logistics Netherlands & Belgium.
Continuity
Managing director Robbert Smolders of VDL Special Vehicles: "This order from Hödlmayr marks an important step in creating additional employment at VDL Special Vehicles and providing continuity at VDL in Born. By using our modern production facilities and expertise, combined with Hödlmayr's logistics specialisation, we are living up to VDL Group's motto of strength through cooperation."