In Neuenstein (Germany) the starting signal for a dynamic upward development was given - German Parcel was founded.
Once upon a time, in 1989, 25 brave forwarders had a daring idea: build a national parcel service provider in the centre of Germany. German Parcel was born. This was the start of the unprecedented story of the GLS Group.
1989
1989
In Neuenstein (Germany) the starting signal for a dynamic upward development was given - German Parcel was founded.
1989
1992
1992
General Parcel, the European franchise system was founded.
1992
General Parcel, the European franchise system was founded.
1999
1999
International Distribution Services (IDS) acquires German Parcel and General Logistics Systems (GLS) was founded.
1999
International Distribution Services (IDS) acquires German Parcel and General Logistics Systems (GLS) was founded.
1999 - 2002
1999 - 2002
The GLS network was established through acquisitions and founding of companies in numerous countries.
1999 - 2002
The GLS network was established through acquisitions and founding of companies in numerous countries.
2002
2002
Launch of the common GLS brand.
2002
Launch of the common GLS brand.
2003 - 2012
2003 - 2012
Introduction of a uniform quality management system, further network expansion, launch of ThinkGreen activities and introduction of dedicated 2C services.
2003 - 2012
Introduction of a uniform quality management system, further network expansion, launch of ThinkGreen activities and introduction of dedicated 2C services.
2013
2013
On 1 August 2013, one month after Croatia joined the EU, GLS Croatia started operating with a nationwide service and international connections.
2013
On 1 August 2013, one month after Croatia joined the EU, GLS Croatia started operating with a nationwide service and international connections.
2014 - 2020
2014 - 2020
Investments in Croatian network infrastructure and focussed geographic expansion in North America.
2014 - 2020
Investments in Croatian network infrastructure and focussed geographic expansion in North America.
The New Chapter for GLS
Construction of a new distribution center in Stupnik began in 2020. with a focus on sustainability and elevating service quality. The new GLS central HUB started its operations at the end of March 2021. This way, GLS significantly expanded capacities in domestic business and strengthened its international network.
Below you can see short video of the construction process: