A transport company on a human scale working at the heart of local territories
History & identity
Our company story begins back in the 1960s. Magnes started out working on the land in the production of fruit, vegetables and grain .
Its business then developed into the shipping and selling of fruit.
In the 1980s, the expansion of the agri-food industry required shipping ever-increasing volumes of fruit and vegetables from the field to the factory at a faster and faster pace. At the same time, the number of processing plants in France and Europe was growing and this pushed the company to reinvent itself.
In the 1990s, the agri-food industry continued its growth. The volumes to be transported were continuing to grow, with the industry looking to find more and more qualified hauliers who could manage their specifications. A big decision was made to meet this need : the company created its own transport service.
In 2007, our quality service, meeting of deadlines and product knowledge rapidly became competitive advantages that made this transport service a success in its own right. In the face of increasing customer satisfaction and demand, we wanted to offer this transport service as widely as possible. The transport service was then separated to become a standalone business .
Magnes was created with the idea of providing a quality road transport service, where respect for each product and its integrity would be at the heart of our concerns. The first branch opened in Rodez, close to its historical clients in the agri-food processing industry.
Our quality service, meeting of deadlines and product knowledge rapidly became competitive advantages to make Magnes a success.
2008
Opening of a branch in Cavaillon
Magnes decided to consolidate its position in the fruit and vegetable market by establishing itself at the heart of French arboricultural production.
2009
Location in Bordeaux
The opening of a second branch enabled Magnes to offer its services to stakeholders in the mineral,rock and ore sector.
2012-2017
Expansion of the company sales network in Picardy, Nord Pas de Calais and Champagne-Ardenne as well as in the north-west of France, the Loire, Brittany and in Spain. Magnes reached €10M in sales revenue.
2017
To strengthen its development, Magnes joined a family company specializing in transport and logistics for 4 generations.
The network represents 20 branches in France and 1 in Belgium.
2018
Opening of a fourth branch in Monêtier-Allemont
Magnes chose this strategic site for its position close to the border with Italy and to arboricultural production in the Alps. The company group expanded its services to volume retailing.
2019
New agency in Perpignan
At the heart of the Saint Charles wholesale trading center, Magnes strengthened its position in the agri-food sector by establishing itself at the center of the main hub for international trade in fruit and vegetables and market garden products.
2022
Magnes is celebrating 15 years in existence
The company makes close to €15M in turnover and enjoys sustainable and regular growth every year.
Our purpose
Magnes supports its customers’ development in their regions
Magnes’ attachment to the raw materials produced, extracted and processed in our regions comes from its roots in the land. Whether the products are grown or mined for, we are proud to carry them from the ground that has produced them to the actors who will give them a purpose; such as feeding the population or building homes.
In the mineral or agri-food sectors, the manufacturers, producers, wholesalers or operators that we serve, need to ensure supply as well as shipping. It is thanks to their trust in a vast ecosystem of businesses that produces sustainable jobs and activities throughout the territory .
Every member of the sector - client, supplier, employee - is an essential link in the chain and we are passionate about being part of a collective adventure and rising to meet client challenges thanks to our core values.
Values and principles
Magnes was built
around strong values and convictions
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Audacity
Daring to say yes. “If it was easy, others would be doing it.” -
Self-sacrifice
Our teams are committed to endurance, perseverance and tenacity for the long haul. -
Agility
Our teams can adapt to unforeseen situations, urgencies and to large fluctuations in activity.
Magnes is a company that draws from its experience of the land and of hard labor. We believe in providing a service that few actors would be able to provide. Our determination allows us to find solutions to the demands and problems encountered by our clients, to allow them to achieve their objectives.
Magnes is guided by principles we apply every day.
At Magnes, performance is an everyday practice.
It gives us clear objectives in our work :
Placing the client at the center of our priorities
Meeting our commitments
Ensuring the integrity of the products we transport
Certifications
Magnes undertakes to carry your products in total safety and in compliance with health regulations
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Magnes is certified ISO 9001
The organization of its quality management system is Certified ISO 9001 v.2015 by Euro Quality System. The ISO 9001 standard helps us to become more effective and increase customer satisfaction. -
Magnes is certified Qualimat
Implemented by the QUALIMAT association, the Qualimat-Transport® specifications determine the traceability requirements of transported products, from the container to the raw materials intended for making animal feed. These specifications are the national reference for preserving the health grade of products (raw materials and compound foodstuffs).
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Magnes is certified for organic farming.
Magnes is also certified FR-BIO-01 by Ecocert for the transport of organic products.
As part of its quality system, Magnes is audited by external organizations to renew its certifications and guarantee optimum quality for its customers.
Our branches
in France
- Agri-food sector
- Mineral and ore
- Palletized goods
- Group branches
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