Horizon Trailers, founded in 2024, will act as Kögel’s exclusive distributor in both markets. Despite its recent establishment, the company is led by experienced professionals from the transport sector and has set a medium-term goal of securing at least 10% market share in the UK and Ireland.
The partnership will focus on key industries, including international and domestic freight, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and food logistics. Horizon Trailers will distribute Kögel’s refrigerated, box, and curtainsider trailers and plans to develop a dealer and service network to support customers.
“Horizon Trailers are thrilled to embark on this exciting journey as the official distributor of Kögel in Ireland and the UK. With our extensive industry expertise, we are committed to ensuring the successful launch of the Kögel brand in these markets,” said Andrew Freeney, Managing Director at Horizon Trailers Ireland and UK.
Kögel Trailer GmbH, one of Europe’s leading trailer manufacturers, has been expanding its footprint across the continent. Thore Bakker, Chief Sales Officer at Kögel, described the collaboration as a “milestone” in the company’s European growth strategy.
The partnership marks Kögel’s latest step in strengthening its presence in the UK and Irish markets, ensuring product availability, customer support, and service coverage for transport operators in the region.