Our history. Since 1903.

Over 120 years of transport tradition – shaped by people, courage and the will to keep developing. What began as a small dairy trade is today a modern company that takes on responsibility and shapes the future.

Since 1903, our history has been a history of movement. Not only on the roads, but above all in our thinking. Over several generations, REDER has developed from a local haulage business into one of Austria’s leading transport logistics companies.

What has carried us through all these years? Reliability, commitment, entrepreneurial foresight and the courage to do the right thing at the right time. Every era brought new challenges, new opportunities and people who took on responsibility together. 

Our history is not just a collection of dates – it is a living foundation on which we stand today and on which we build our future.

1903
1903
The beginnings with a dog cart and horse-drawn wagon

At the beginning of the 20th century, the Platzer couple take over a dairy and produce trade in Hörsching. Transports are initially carried out with a dog cart, later with a horse-drawn wagon. It is the time of small steps and great dedication – the beginning of a company history that will endure across generations.

History | Year 1903 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1928
The first truck marks the start of a new era

With the first truck, motorization enters the business. Work becomes more efficient, the routes longer, the possibilities greater. A single vehicle becomes a symbol of progress and the courage to actively shape the future.

History | Year 1928 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1933
The roots of Tazreiter GmbH

In 1933, Ludwig Tazreiter sen. laid the foundation for Tazreiter GmbH by acquiring an agricultural business in Ybbsitz. From timber transport with the horse-drawn wagon, the company quickly developed further. Since 2018, Tazreiter has been part of REDER Transportlogistik++.

History | Year 1933 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1946
The first tanker train for milk transports

After the war, an important strategic step is achieved: the first tanker train for milk transports is purchased. This marks the beginning of a business segment that will shape the company for decades and become one of its most important pillars.

History | Year 1946 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1951
Albert Platzer takes over and invests in growth

Albert Platzer continues to run the business and responds to the rising volume of milk. New investments provide higher capacities and efficient processes. It is a time of new beginnings, in which commitment and foresight set the course.

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1964
Josef Reder leads the business into the next generation

After the death of Albert Platzer, his son-in-law Josef Reder takes over the company. In a phase of economic upswing, he expands the range of services to include construction and crane vehicles. A workshop, filling station and garages are built – the business grows in structure and substance.

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1978
A thriving business despite a heavy loss

Josef Reder passes away and leaves behind a well-run company with 14 vehicles. In the following years the business is continued as a widow’s business – carried by togetherness, commitment and the responsibility to carry on his life’s work.

History | Year 1978 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1992
Merging the businesses and Günther Reder joins the company

Ing. Josef Reder takes over his mother’s business and merges it with his own company. With 24 vehicles, a strong basis for further growth is created. In addition, Günther Reder joins the company and gradually takes over central areas of responsibility such as controlling, dispatch and quality assurance.

History | Year 1992 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1996
Modernization of the entire site

Over four years of construction, the entire company site is redesigned: a modern office wing, new workshop bays, a washing area, noise-protection walls and paved parking areas are created. The fleet is continuously expanded – a milestone toward future viability.

History | Year 1996 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1997
Major contract in milk collection and massive expansion

REDER takes over milk collection for a large Upper Austrian dairy. 30 new employees, new sites in Rohrbach and Wels as well as 17 additional vehicles mark one of the most dynamic years in the company’s history.

History | Year 1997 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1998
Further contracts and site expansion

A new major contract from the dairy sector leads to another site in Taufkirchen an der Pram. With 10 units and 20 employees, the market position in milk logistics is further strengthened.

History | Year 1998 | REDER Transportlogistik++
1999
Consolidation and ISO quality focus

After years of rapid growth, the company is reorganized. Processes are optimized and a quality management system in accordance with ISO 9002 is prepared – a decisive step toward long-term professionalism.

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2000
Harald Reder joins and the Schneider companies are acquired

Harald Reder joins and gradually takes over the management of the workshop and fleet. At the same time, the companies of the Schneider group are acquired – including fleet, employees and a new site in St. Peter/Au. A milestone in milk logistics.

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2001
Purchase of a new 25,000 m² business site in Hörsching

With the purchase of a large plot of land in Hörsching, the foundation is laid for the next phase of development. The decision is bold and economically challenging – but forward-looking.

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2002
Opening of the new company headquarters

The new, modern operating facility is put into service and ceremonially opened. Workshop, wash line, paint shop, filling station and generous parking areas form a site that combines functionality and appealing architecture – entirely in the spirit of "quality over quantity".

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2006
Major investments and first brand relaunch

Within two years, 75 new vehicles are acquired. At the same time, the visual identity is completely revised – a modern logo replaces the previous appearance. With over 200 employees and 130 vehicles, the company develops into one of the region’s most important providers.

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2007
The founding of REDER Transporte KG creates clear structures for further growth

All operational transport services are bundled in the new REDER Transporte KG. A clear structure is created that enables efficiency and growth.

History | Year 2007 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2010
New operating site in Eferding and entry into tipper logistics

With a new base in Eferding, the company opens up a new strategic business field: as part of a comprehensive outsourcing project, Reder takes over a customer’s tipper fleet – an area successfully operated until the end of 2024. Since January 2025, the customer has been operating its tipper fleet in-house again.

History | Year 2010 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2011
New structure, new slogan and launch of the Driver Academy

The external appearance is modernized and the slogan "We move the economy" is introduced. At the same time, the Driver Academy is founded – a strong signal for professionalization and training.

History | Year 2011 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2012
Huge fleet renewal program

109 units are renewed within 18 months. With over 300 employees and 190 vehicles, REDER is a fixed presence in the industry.

History | Year 2012 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2013
ERRO becomes part of the REDER Group

In 2013, the then REDERTRANS Logistik GmbH took over ERRO Spedition, a logistics and transport company founded in 1989 with a site in Hörsching. ERRO stands for flexible and tailored transport and logistics solutions as well as individual support for complex customer requirements. With the integration of ERRO, today’s REDER Group strengthened its service portfolio in the area of specialized logistics and direct transports and further expanded its position as a versatile logistics partner.

History | Year 2013 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2013
First Euro 6 vehicles in operation

Even before the standard becomes mandatory, REDER relies on Euro 6 engines – a clear commitment to the environment and responsibility.

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2014
Redesign of the company site

Parking areas, office spaces and logistics areas are modernized – another step toward efficiency and a future-oriented outlook.

History | Year 2014 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2017
Farewell to Ing. Josef Reder

The long-standing senior director passes away after a serious illness. His values, his courage and his passion remain part of the corporate culture to this day.

History | Year 2017 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2018
Integration of TAZYTRANS Logistik into the REDER Group

In January, TAZYTRANS Logistik in Ennsbach (Lower Austria), with 25 trucks and around 40 employees, becomes part of the REDER Group. The TAZYTRANS Logistik brand remains in place, while at the same time the group strengthens its presence in Lower Austria with another site near the A1.

History | Year 2018 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2020
Employer branding campaign against the driver shortage

With a bold campaign, truck drivers themselves become models – a strong statement for appreciation and modern recruitment.

History | Year 2020 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2021
Opening of the Milk Logistics Competence Center

After two years of renovation, the new site in St. Florian am Inn is opened – with state-of-the-art technology, generous work areas and optimal processes.

History | Year 2021 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2025
Development of the shared brand REDER Transportlogistik++

In autumn 2025, an intensive brand process begins. REDER, ERRO and TAZYTRANS jointly develop the new brand "REDER Transportlogistik++". The new corporate design combines tradition and future – a visible sign of reliability, togetherness and strategic development.

History | Year 2025 | REDER Transportlogistik++
2026
Merger into REDER Transportlogistik KG

As of 1 August 2026, the three operational companies REDER, ERRO and TAZYTRANS are merged into REDER Transportlogistik KG in order to pool synergies and present a stronger joint profile. Under the brand "REDER Transportlogistik++" and the claim "Moving what matters. Since 1903.", a new chapter of the company’s history begins.

History | Year 2026 | REDER Transportlogistik++