Urby's acquisition expands portfolio
First and last mile logistics specialist Urby, a subsidiary of La Poste and Banque des Territoires, has bought an 80% stake in Lille-based start-up Stocknord, which specialises in container rental. The acquisition is intended to broaden Urby's service offer by proposing a new solution to storage problems in city centres and suburbs.
Founded in 2016 by Arnaud Vandermessen, Stocknord is a start-up that provides craftspeople, businesses, e-traders and SMEs with new, electrically lit containers in the form of rental contracts.
This service, with no long-term commitment, allows professionals to store goods near to their businesses, distribution outlets and customers. Available in Ile-de-France, Bordeaux, Rennes, Strasbourg and Lille, Stocknord's rental service will gradually be rolled out across the Urby network. (sh)