CHRISTMAS AND TOYS: DOES A BETTER COMBO EXIST? RABEN ITALY & MONDO, SUCCESS STORY

December is the month when we think about Christmas gifts, especially toys, whether for our own children, family, friends' kids, or even charity.

In Italy, when you think about toys, you think of Mondo Toys: balls, surfboards, inflatables, cars (both radio-controlled and not), beach toys, and much more. We’ve all bought these kinds of products at some point in our lives.

But have you ever wondered how these toys get from the manufacturer to the store or to your home, especially with online shopping? That's where transport and logistics companies like Raben Group come in!

Raben Italy, the Italian business unit of Raben Group, and Mondo have been working together for 8 years. Their partnership is built on mutual respect, shared values, and a common goal to deliver top-quality products and services. The final customer sees the finished product as something they desire, but we focus on transporting it – pallets of toys weighing 250-300 kg, with the standard size of 80x120x160 cm. Every year, Raben Italy handles over 200 shipments from Mondo’s headquarters in Piedmont to France and across Europe, including countries like Poland, Spain, Germany, Czech Republic and Switzerland.

Mondo, founded in 1948 in Gallo d'Alba in north-western Italy, is now a major multinational company thanks to the vision and innovative spirit of the Stroppiana family. Mondo produces balls and rubber flooring for various uses, including sports and industrial purposes. For over 30 years, Mondo has been the exclusive supplier of the running tracks for all Olympic stadiums, including the last Paris 2024 Olympics.

Being a supplier of Mondo, a historic, family-run company with such an innovative vision of the future, makes Raben Group, a leading company in the logistics and transport market since 1931, proud every day.

“Working with Raben Italy every day makes our work much easier. We can focus on the quality of our products without worrying about how or when they will reach the final customer. Since we also sell through Amazon, knowing that Raben is an Amazon Preferred Carrier is a huge advantage. We can count on precise delivery times, which is crucial for our planning,” says Paolo Muratore, Shipping Manager for Mondo's Toys Division.

Raben Italy team in Piedmont manages all logistics for Mondo Toys. From the receipt of transport orders to distributing products across Italy, Europe, and beyond, the team ensures everything runs smoothly. This collaboration is built on trust and shared goals: both companies are driven by the desire to lead their industries while staying grounded in their family histories and roots.

“What we appreciate most about Raben Italy is the people – their proactive approach and continuous drive for improvement. Since working with them, we’ve seen many changes that have improved service and quality. As a customer, we’re completely satisfied and proud to trust them with our shipments every day,” continues Paolo Muratore.

"Eight years pass quickly when there’s such good chemistry between two companies. For Mondo, with its seasonal products and highly organized supply chain, it’s vital to have a logistics partner who meets high standards of service and timing. Every day, we work hard to meet their expectations, and the strong relationship between Raben Italy and Mondo’s team gives us a great advantage. We know each other so well now that we can handle even the toughest requests.” says Hilde Pozzati, Regional Sales Manager at Raben Italy.