Wincanton secures two-year contract extension with Asda
Wincanton, the largest British third-party logistics company, today announces the extension of its relationship with Asda, for the management of its transport and warehousing operations.
Wincanton investing in safety with home delivery fleet technology
As part of its commitment to improving safety and efficiency, Wincanton, the largest British third-party logistics (3PL) company, has invested in 360-degree cameras and telematics technology across its home delivery fleet; which serves major customers such as Marks & Spencer.
Wincanton appoints home-grown talent, Rachel Gilbey, as consumer director
Wincanton, the largest third-party logistics company in the UK, has appointed Rachel Gilbey as its consumer director to further drive the growth of its retail and consumer business.
Wincanton creates OneVASTwarehouse in run up to Brexit
Wincanton is launching ‘Virtual Access to Storage and Transport’ (VAST) to make finding and selling warehouse space quick and easy, via www.oneVASTwarehouse.com.
DCS Group awards Wincanton three-year transport contract
Wincanton has won a three-year contract with Banbury-based health, beauty and household brand distributor DCS Group.
Wincanton wins Asda renewal for dedicated transport and warehousing
Wincanton has renewed its contract with Asda to provide dedicated transport and warehousing for the next three years. The Wincanton-Asda relationship dates back to 2005, and this renewal is a significant commitment to extend the relationship to 16 years across
Ian Keilty joins Wincanton as managing director, retail & consumer
Wincanton today announces that Ian Keilty has joined as managing director, retail and consumer.
Wincanton secures three-year Roper Rhodes contract
Wincanton has secured a three-year contract to create and run a dedicated delivery solution for Roper Rhodes, one of the UK’s leading independent suppliers of bathroom furniture and products. The contract demonstrates the company’s commitment to growth in the home
Wincanton makes senior appointment to grocery sector team
Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, has appointed James Hurrell as managing director for grocery.
Wincanton teams-up with PwC to help customers plan for Brexit
Today, Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, announced that it is working with PwC’s supply chain advisory practice, to help the UK’s core retail, consumer and infrastructure suppliers take advantage of the opportunities, as well as risks associated with Brexit.
Wincanton awarded contract extension by Loaf for e-fulfilment services
Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, has extended its relationship with London-based home furnishings brand Loaf, to provide eFulfilment services.
Wincanton extends Halfords relationship with agreement of new five-year contract
Wincanton, the largest British logistics provider, has signed a new 5-year contract with leading cycling and car accessories retailer Halfords, which will extend the relationship between the two companies to eight years. Wincanton will remain the sole supplier of transport services
Wincanton and Sorted partner to enhance delivery experience through carrier management software
Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, and Sorted, a UK-based delivery management technology provider, have announced the details of a new strategic partnership. The move is part of Wincanton’s wider ambition to enhance its market-leading eFulfilment service, which includes partnering
Britvic extends Wincanton distribution contract by five years
Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, has announced a new contract with Britvic, one of the largest suppliers of still and carbonated soft drinks in the UK. The new contract extends the relationship to 29 years. Under the new five-year
Wincanton secures five-year contract with value retailer, Wilko
Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, is pleased to announce that it has secured a five-year contract with one of the UK's fastest growing retailers, wilko. The contract will see Wincanton manage all UK transport operations for wilko from store replenishment
Wincanton launches disruptive innovation programme for start-ups
Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, has launched W2 Labs – a new programme aimed at challenging start-ups from around the world to develop innovative solutions to industry challenges defined by the Wincanton Group.
Wincanton reaffirms commitment to Northern Ireland operations with Coca-Cola warehouse contract
Wincanton, the largest British logistics company, has announced a new agreement with Coca-Cola. Under the terms of the three-year contract Wincanton will manage the existing Coca-Cola warehouse at Lisburn handling both raw materials and finished product. With a proven track record
Wincanton and Screwfix anticipate continued growth with new-build distribution centre
Wincanton has extended its relationship with Screwfix, part of Kingfisher plc, to design and manage a newly-built 562,000ft warehouse in support of the retailer’s expected growth through 2017 and beyond. Construction work on the site at Prologis Park, Fradley near Lichfield,
In my opinion: Black Friday is re-writing the rule book on peak planning, says Wincanton
The festive season is well and truly upon us. It’s the time of year that retailers have been both eagerly anticipating and dreading. Events such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday have kicked off the busy retail period this year,
Majestic Wine partners with Wincanton in e-commerce overhaul
Wincanton, the largest British logistics firm, has partnered with Majestic Wine, the UK’s largest specialist retailer of wine, to implement a new National Fulfilment Centre (NFC) at its shared user site in Greenford. As part of a five-year agreement, Wincanton
Wincanton secures deal with ambient grocery, private label supplier, LDH
Wincanton, a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK and Ireland, has secured a long-term deal with LDH (La Doria, one of the UK’s leading private label supplier of ambient grocery products. Wincanton will provide LDH with warehousing and
Black Friday is a game changer, says Wincanton managing director of retail
Liam McElroy, managing director of retail at Wincanton, considers the implications for Black Friday in the UK Black Friday is back. And this time everyone knows what's coming. Launched in the UK just five years ago, it is thought the
Wincanton’s contract win with HJ Heinz takes relationship beyond 20 year milestone
Wincanton, a leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK and Ireland, today announces that one of the world’s most iconic food brands, HJ Heinz, has renewed its long standing contracts. The renewal sees Wincanton retain the service provision
Waitrose wines and spirits extends distribution contract with Wincanton
Leading retailer Waitrose has awarded a contract extension to supply chain specialist Wincanton for the storage and distribution of wines and spirits to its UK outlets. These include all Waitrose’s supermarkets, convenience stores, motorway service stations, Ocado and Waitrose Cellar
Britvic renews distribution deal with Wincanton
Britvic Soft Drinks has extended its contract with leading supply chain solutions provider Wincanton for a further three years. The extension means Wincanton will continue to operate Britvic’s national distribution centre (NDC) in Lutterworth, Leicestershire. The deal extends a partnership
