GLS at a glance
We provide high quality, reliable parcel transport services for over 250 000 customers
What we stand for
Our values guide us in everything we do and are the core beliefs that shape our culture.
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We put people first
People are our priority. We listen and invest in what matters to our customers, partners and colleagues. -
We turn ideas into action
When we see a good idea, we get to work. Test, measure, tune. Repeat. -
We think in opportunities
Positive change starts with a bold and open mindset. We stay curious, optimistic and embrace challenges.
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We care
We’re conscious and considerate — to parcels, people, and the planet. -
We take ownership
We deliver on our promises, take responsibility for our actions and only settle once we get the right result. -
We're in it together
Growth comes from collaboration, so we invite different perspectives. Because success tastes better when shared.
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GLS Poland
51 depots allow GLS Poland to be close to senders and recipients throughout the country. A well-organized network enables fast and efficient parcel delivery, usually on the next business day. Domestic express parcels are covered by a guarantee of delivery on the next business day by 12.00 or earlier, by 10:00 (additional services on request), including delivery on Saturdays.
The central sorting plant located in Stryków near Łódź serves as an international transhipment point. Thanks to it, the Polish network is connected to the pan-European network - daily transports to countries throughout Europe are organized. All logistics processes are carried out in accordance with GLS standards ensuring high quality.
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more than 13 000 customers -
more than 6,000 Orlen parcel lockers -
over 7000 Szybka Paczka points -
51 GLS depots -
16 courier bikes in 11 cities
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GLS Group
GLS Group is one of the largest independent courier service providers in Europe, with a developed active presence in almost all countries on the continent. Through a network of subsidiaries, it also operates in Canada and on the West Coast of the US.
Every day, this allows GLS to efficiently deliver millions of packages and related stories to customers and communities. GLS manages its network proactively - it connects the markets it operates in a flexible and agile manner, responding to their rapid changes and dynamics.
The company is proud to provide its customers with high-quality services in more than 40 countries.
The GLS network consists of more than 120 distribution centers, more than 1,600 branches, 35,000 vehicles responsible for the final stage of delivery and 4,700 line cars. This guarantees excellent flexibility and increased coverage. In 2022/23, the GLS Group generated record revenues of €5,4 billion, delivering 862 million parcels in all markets served.
Partners in the European network
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Montenegro, Estonia, Greece, Kosovo, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Latvia, Macedonia, Malta, Norway, Serbia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom
Facts and figures
Revenue
5,4 Bn €
Parcel volumes
862 m.
Customers
230 000
Employees
> 22 000
Countries covered
> 40
Hubs
> 120
Depots + Agencies
> 1 600
Delivery vans
> 35 000
Milestones in GLS history
European network
Since its establishment at the end of 1999, GLS has managed to create a stable European parcel transport network in just a few years. The entire GLS Group network - in over 40 countries, on the West Coast of the USA and in Canada - consists of around 70 central and regional transhipment points and around 1 500 branches.
Numerous acquisitions and agreements with partners proved to be milestone in the company's history. In many countries, GLS established its own branches - often they were separate networks that immediately began operating on a full scale.
1999
1999
The GLS success story begins with the acquisition of the German company Paket-Logistik GmbH by the Royal Mail Group. The company General Logistics Systems (GLS) starts its operations.
1999-2001
1999-2001
Development of the GLS network through numerous acquisitions and partner agreements.
2001
2001
GLS acquires a stake in Szybka Paczka, thus entering the Polish parcel market.
2002
2002
GLS is introducing a unified brand across Europe to emphasise that it is a European company with strong national networks. Several GLS branches are being rebranded in the coming months.
2003-2007
2003-2007
Introduction of a unified quality management system, further network expansion, establishment of GLS IT Services and more technological advances.
2005
2005
100% of company shares in Poland
GLS acquires the remaining part of GLS Poland. As a result, the company, which is based in Poznan, becomes a subsidiary of GLS.
2008-2015
2008-2015
Start of the ThinkGreen initiative, continued network expansion and introduction of 2C dedicated services.
2016-2021
2016-2021
Focused geographical expansion in North America, further investment in network infrastructure.