Reliability – Responsibility – Expertise
Driving Success in Everyday Business
We offer a broad portfolio of services including domestic and international road haulage, comprehensive logistics solutions, warehousing, and additional services such as construction equipment and special transport.
850+
employees
550+
vehicles
1990
founded
Responsible Business – Ecology – Supporting the Arts
ŠMÍDL HOLDING a.s.
Reliability: We keep our promises.
Family Business: We are transparent and trustworthy. We have a clear ownership structure and honour our traditions.
Responsibility: We care about people, safety, and the planet.
Expertise: We know how to find the most effective solution.
Meet Our Team
Company Leadership
ŠMÍDL HOLDING has been active in the Czech market for more than 35 years, operating in transport and, over time, expanding into comprehensive logistics services.
Vladimír Šmídl
Founder
Martina Šmídlová
Commercial Director / Chairman of the Board
Pavel Prostředník
CEO / Member of the Supervisory Board
Tomáš Nývlt
HR Director
Klára Fišerová
CFO / Financial Director
Daniel Ďuriš
Technical Director
Company History
The company was founded by Vladimír Šmídl in 1990. Since then, it has grown from a family-run business into a holding structure with twelve branches across the Czech Republic, backed by over 35 years of experience in the Czech transport market and comprehensive logistics services.
2025 |
35 Years in MotionŠMÍDL s.r.o. celebrates 35 years in the transport market. |
2024 |
Service Centre Opening in Hrochův TýnecOn 6 September 2024, the new ŠMÍDL HOLDING service centre was officially opened in Hrochův Týnec. |
2020 |
30 Years in MotionŠMÍDL s.r.o. celebrates 30 years in the transport market. |
2017 |
Acquisition of NIKA Logistics a.s.Acquisition of NIKA Logistics a.s. — In September, the ŠMÍDL HOLDING expanded by adding transport company NIKA Logistics a.s. |
2016 |
Logistics CentreExpansion of the logistics centre in Vysoké Mýto; truck wash bay opened. |
2015 |
25 Years in MotionŠMÍDL s.r.o. celebrates 25 years in the transport market. |
2014 |
Holding StructureŠMÍDL s.r.o. transitions to a holding structure. |
2013 |
Logistics CentreLogistics centre in Vysoké Mýto expanded with two additional warehouse halls. |
2011 |
Brno BranchNew branch opened in Brno. |
2010 |
Fleet ExpansionFleet reaches 200 vehicles. |
2009 |
AwardFinalist in the „European Transport Company of the Year 2009“ competition. |
2008 |
Logistics CentreConstruction and launch of the logistics centre in Vysoké Mýto. |
2003 |
Preferred SupplierWe became preferred supplier for Iveco Czech Republic, a.s. (formerly Karosa a.s.). |
1999 |
Truck CentreConstruction and opening of the Truck Centre in Žamberk. |
1992 |
International Road HaulageLaunch of international road haulage operations. |
1990 |
FoundedCompany established on 14 June 1990. |
Company certificates
ŠMÍDL s.r.o. and NIKA Logistics a.s. Certificates
„We are one of the most significant players in transport and logistics in the Czech Republic, and that is thanks to our trustworthiness and stability. With us, you will find not only reliable services, but also opportunities for professional development. Become part of our success and build your career with confidence.“
Martina Šmídlová, Chairman of the Board
