Spare Parts Logistics in Switzerland – The Top Providers for 2026

Spare parts logistics encompasses the storage, preparation, tracking, and delivery of the components needed to keep machines, vehicles, or equipment in service (see IBM’s article on spare parts management).It covers everything from small, low-turnover parts (sensors, seals, electronic circuit boards) to large, expensive components.

In Switzerland, this sector is significant. The automotive parts distribution market is estimated at between 3 and 4 billion francs, with approximately 1,500 companies serving a fleet of more than 5 million vehicles, according to Val Index [1].The industrial, automotive, and electronics sectors all depend on a reliable flow of parts.

Three factors are paramount: speed, accuracy, and reliability. A part delivered late prolongs a production shutdown. A picking error sends the wrong component to a remote site. An unexpected stockout forces emergency orders at significantly higher costs. Each of these failures translates into lost francs.

Manufacturing companies lose an average of 30 hours of production per month due to production stoppages, and approximately 60% of manufacturing managers estimate losses at more than $250,000 per year, according to research by L2L.

That is why choosing a specialized service provider makes all the difference. A partner capable of combining warehousing, order fulfillment, and transportation turns an operational challenge into a competitive advantage.

Before comparing quotes, define your criteria. Here are the factors to evaluate when selecting a spare parts logistics provider:

• ​Storage capacity suitable for small parts (automated bins) and bulky components (pallet racks)
• Delivery speed, with just-in-time(JIT).next-day, or overnight delivery options
• Order cut-off times and frequency of daily delivery runs
• National and international geographic coverage
• Technology integration: warehouse management system (WMS), ERP, remote customer access
• Kanban-style supply management for production lines
• Import and international sourcing capabilities, including air freight
• Temperature-controlled transport and ADR-compliant hazardous materials transport
• E-commerce platform for online parts ordering ​
• Pricing structure based on volume and frequency of shipments

Rank these criteria according to your business. A repair shop prioritizes daily local delivery; a production facility focuses first on Kanban and JIT availability. This grid will help you interpret the comparison below.

Here is a fact-based overview of the leading spare parts logistics providers in Switzerland, highlighting their respective strengths.

STAR Logistique

STAR Logistics is a logistics and transportation company based in Geneva since 1988, with nearly 40 years of experience in the supply chain, according to its 2025 guide on international transportation.It covers all stages: warehousing, cross-docking, WMS management, and e-logistics.​

Its positioning differs from that of generalist providers through the integration of three capabilities: temperature-controlled transport,​ ADR-compliant hazardous materials transport,and an integrated e-commerce platform.​

STAR Logistique also offers spare parts storage solutions in Germany, Canada, Spain, the United States, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland.

Its e-logistics platform, Emaloja, adds an e-commerce dimension that few of the competitors mentioned offer.

Planzer

Planzer has one of the largest logistics networks in Switzerland. The company reports more than 1,040,000 m² of warehouse space, 11 high-rack warehouses with a total of 172,000 pallet spaces, and two automated small-parts warehouses (AKL).

According to Planzer, the AKL in Härkingen holds 24,000 bins for more than 70,000 replacement parts, while the one in Felben-Wellhausen holds 16,000 bins. Planzer offers Kanban replenishment for production lines and a night service that restocks technicians’ vehicle parts kits, ready for the next morning.

Galliker

Galliker operates a division dedicated to automotive parts logistics, providing just-in-time deliveries to dealerships and repair shops on behalf of manufacturers.

Parts ordered from abroad arrive overnight and are processed via cross-docking each morning, with multiple deliveries per day possible. Its Logistikcenter 7 (LC7) covers 16,000 m², featuring an automated warehouse with 32,000 bins and a high-rack warehouse with 15,000 pallet spaces, operated by approximately 45 employees.

According to Galliker, orders received before 5:15 p.m. are delivered to the dealership the next day.

Geis Group

Geis Group operates spare parts centers (Ersatzteilzentren) at well-connected locations in Germany, the Czech Republic, Poland, Luxembourg, Hungary, Slovakia, and Switzerland.

According to Geis Group, its approach is based on a central, 24/7 service that is close to the customer, with optimized processing times from the moment goods are received.

mobilog AG

mobilog AG positions itself as a leading Swiss provider of vehicle and parts logistics with a nationwide network.

Founded in 2021 and employing nearly 500 people, the company provides spare parts storage, tire and wheel storage, and nationwide delivery, according to its official website [2]​

This positioning as a market leader is based on the company’s own communications.

JuraLogistik

JuraLogistik specializes in sourcing and importing hard-to-find parts in Switzerland. The company coordinates the global transport of parts, particularly for vehicles and classic cars whose components are not available locally.

According to JuraLogistik, it offers air freight for urgent or hard-to-find parts from distant countries such as the United States [3].​

As an industry comparison, distributors such as Derendinger and RHIAG—both part of the LKQ Group—dominate the automotive parts distribution market with catalogs containing over 500,000 SKUs and same-day delivery in German-speaking Switzerland [4] [5].​

These companies are distributors, not third-party logistics providers.

Most of the companies mentioned excel in a specific area: Planzer in high-volume capacity, Galliker in the automotive sector, and JuraLogistik in importing rare parts.

STAR Logistique stands out by integrating warehousing, temperature-controlled transport, hazardous materials transport, and e-commerce into a single WMS/ERP system.

This approach reduces processing errors, delays, and non-compliance, according to its guide on the Swiss supply chain for SMEs.

Temperature Control, Hazardous Materials, and Volume-Based Pricing

Sensitive goods require specific conditions, not just a closed warehouse. STAR Logistique continuously monitors the temperature of pharmaceutical, chemical, and cosmetic products,with ranges defined by product (for example, 2°C to 8°C for certain pharmaceutical products) and sensor-based recording at every stage of transport and storage.

Hazardous materials are transported in accordance with ADR regulations,using trained drivers and vehicles suitable for the relevant hazard class.

These shipments are accompanied by a pricing structure based on order volume and frequency: a customer who organizes its restocking into regular cycles (Kanban or JIT) reduces its per-unit shipping cost compared to one-time, unplanned shipments.

This combination of temperature control, hazardous materials compliance, and volume-based pricing applies to both domestic shipments and those to Germany or France, with associated customs management for imports and exports.​

​ STAR Logistique’s domestic transportation network connects these shipments to a fine-mesh distribution network throughout Switzerland.​

Technology and E-Logistics for Real-Time Management

JIT management requires complete visibility into inventory. STAR Logistique relies on a WMS that provides real-time inventory tracking, order processing, and traceability by lot number and by pallet. Upon receipt, putaway is computerized, and the system automatically generates delivery notes and invoices for each order.

Customers have remote access to view, manage, and restock their inventory, with full transparency into incoming shipments, outgoing shipments, and inventory levels. A dedicated ERP system handles the product database, order management, invoicing, and accounts receivable.

This technological foundation reduces excess inventory, rush orders, and fulfillment time. Discover all of these solutions on the Logistics page​

LThe Emaloja platform complements the e-commerce system: it allows customers to order parts online, track inventory in real time, and manage fulfillment and shipping from a single integrated system, without the need for duplicate data entry between the e-commerce site and the warehouse

Specialized Logistics: Secure, Refrigerated, and Hazardous Materials

Not all parts are handled the same way. STAR Logistique addresses three specific needs that set it apart from generalist service providers.

• Secure transport of high-value parts,using armored vehicles and warehouses under 24/7 surveillance
• Temperature-controlled transport and storage for the pharmaceutical, chemical, and cosmetics industries
• Transport compliant with ADR regulations for hazardous materials

These capabilities are important for sensitive electronic parts, chemical components, and high-value equipment. The 2026 comparison of Swiss logistics leaders details this dual expertise in temperature-controlled transport and hazardous materials.

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Efficient spare parts logistics protect your operational availability, your customers, and your margins.

The right service provider is chosen based on concrete criteria: warehousing capacity for small and large parts, delivery speed, geographic coverage, technological integration, specialized transportation, and pricing structure.

The Swiss market features several specialized service providers: Planzer and Galliker focus on capacity and automotive delivery, Geis Group on European distribution centers, and JuraLogistik on importing rare parts.

STAR Logistique combines warehousing, temperature-controlled transport, hazardous materials transport, and e-logistics via Emaloja into a single system, with pricing based on the volume of shipments.

See our comprehensive overview in the Top 2026 of Swiss logistics leaders.

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