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An analysis of horizontal collaboration between competing manufacturers is performed in terms of their distribution costs. Comparisons are made between different distribution networks based on the type of collaboration implemented. The objective is to quantify efficiency gains due to reduced transportation costs when a coalition between manufactures is created. A mathematical optimisation model is used to create day-to-day operational schedules based on extensions of the classical vehicle routing problem.