Touring Europe is “business as usual”, according to Jan, who has been driving throughout the continent for most of his career. He has carried a huge amount of responsibility working for a variety of different customers and projects, including some of Schenker’s top clients. For example, Jan previously helped to provide logistics support for the Dutch National Football team.

Jan’s favorite country is Greece, where he worked for 18 years and has great memories of the people, his colleagues and of course: the weather. When we told Jan we are based in Essen, Germany, he talked with enthusiasm about how much he loves the German Christmas markets. “This is my dream job,” said Jan. “Driving all over Europe, meeting new people and experiencing different cultures.”

“Representing DB Schenker while driving the Golden Truck has been a great experience,” said Jan when we asked him about his latest assignment. “I’ve loved all the attention I’ve received on the road and sharing the Schenker story. Not to mention meeting new colleagues and taking selfies with the truck!” So far, Jan has driven through several countries with the Golden Truck, including Finland, Sweden and Belgium, and was on his way to Frankfurt, Germany, when we spoke.

Overall, we had a great time talking to Jan – he’s easy-going, entertaining and has a great sense of humor. When Jan told us he will retire in four years, we asked him what he hoped for during his remaining time at DB Schenker. His answer? “I don’t want anything to change,” he said. “I’ve found my dream job, and I want to continue doing what I do best.”

Jan, thanks for the great chat – and thank you for everything you do for DB Schenker. If you were lucky enough to meet Jan while he was the driving the Golden Truck, we hope you enjoyed his company as much as we did. If he’s still coming in your direction – get ready to say hello!