The uvex Group & GLS deliver parcels that carry responsibility
When a company has been manufacturing protective equipment from head to toe for nearly 100 years, reliability isn’t just a claim – it’s a way of life. Since its founding in 1926, the uvex Group has been among the leading manufacturers of protective equipment. Guided by the motto “protecting people,” uvex develops and markets a comprehensive portfolio of safety solutions for the workplace, sports, and leisure. To ensure that its protective gear reliably reaches end customers, uvex needs a shipping partner that consistently guarantees delivery performance and process reliability. That’s where the long-standing success story with GLS begins. Let our partnership with uvex inspire you and discover how GLS can also benefit your business.
The logistical challenges facing uvex
As a provider of professional protective equipment, uvex supplies demanding industrial customers, such as automotive manufacturers, mechanical engineering firms, and the chemical industry. “For these industries, delivery reliability and delivery quality are indispensable,” says Matthias Littig, Head of Key Account Management Industries at uvex Arbeitsschutz GmbH. “Added to this is a clear market trend: Many customers are switching from palletized shipments to parcel volumes.” For uvex, it was therefore crucial that a shipping partner support and scale this development.
Matthias Littig, Head of Key Account Management for Industries at uvex Arbeitsschutz GmbH
Efficient and secure logistics processes with GLS
The partnership between uvex and GLS has been in place for over three decades. Matthias Littig reports: “What convinced us to collaborate was the range of services offered in national and international parcel shipping, the market-competitive price-performance ratio, and the consistently strong service metrics.” Furthermore, GLS can respond flexibly to specific uvex requirements in day-to-day operations.
GLS also impresses on the IT front: “All activities related to technical integration, data transfer, or system updates ran smoothly. Time requirements were significantly reduced, while process quality and security were simultaneously improved.” Matthias Littig summarizes why he is enthusiastic about GLS as a reliable and high-performing logistics partner: “GLS’s presence at the recipient’s location is perceived as the face of uvex—and that’s something to be proud of.”
GLS Work Wear. Style that Delivers: a symbol of a partnership in action
The collaboration between uvex and GLS goes far beyond logistics. A joint highlight was the development of the new workwear for GLS delivery drivers. “People were always at the center of our considerations, especially the drivers and their daily challenges,” says Matthias Littig. The workwear is designed to noticeably ease the drivers’ daily work routine while simultaneously showcasing GLS’s identity. To this end, the delivery drivers were directly involved in the development process: Through surveys, joint workshops, and wear tests, the collection could be precisely tailored to their needs.Â
As a result, GLS now has a workwear collection featuring “smart cuts, high-quality materials, and lovingly thought-out, functional details,” as Matthias Littig proudly describes. For uvex and GLS, the collection is more than just the completion of a project. It symbolizes what partnership is all about: trust, shared goals, and the commitment to constantly improve.
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Growing Together with GLS
Inspired by uvex’s success story? – Discover how GLS can support your business too. Whether you’re a startup or an established e-commerce company, we offer customized logistics solutions tailored to your needs. Get in touch with us and see for yourself!
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Frequently asked questions about uvex Group and GLS
Since its founding in 1926, the uvex Group has been one of the leading manufacturers of protective equipment from head to toe. The company develops and distributes a complete portfolio of safety solutions for the workplace, sports, and leisure.
GLS drives uvex’s domestic and international parcel shipping with flexible pickup options and reliable delivery times. Uvex is impressed by the competitive price-performance ratio, the consistently strong service metrics, and the positive customer experience.
GLS supports customers from various industries, including fashion, manufacturing, and construction, in designing secure and efficient shipping and returns processes. We rely on strong innovation and close collaboration. Customers have access to a wide range of shipping options to benefit from their individual shipping solutions.
GLS is a strong partner for online store operators. Take advantage of our services, such as:
- Live tracking for maximum transparency,
- customized return solutions tailored to your store’s concept,
- flexible delivery options, especially to parcel shops and stations.
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