Imperial UK renews logistics contract with major car manufacturer

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The UK division of Imperial Logistics has been re-appointed to provide Just- in-time and Just-in-sequence logistics services to a major car manufacturer.

The renewed contract comprises three elements: nationwide transport, collecting components and assemblies from 19 suppliers and delivering to a central storage facility; operating shuttles between the remote body panel production site and the main assembly location; and the management and operation of 51,500 sq m of component warehousing, along with sequenced supply of parts to the assembly track.

The contract employs over 150 staff and management and involves use of 40 tractor/trailer combinations. Under the agreement, Imperial will transport around 130 full trailer loads per day and will handle an average of 30,000 pallets weekly.

Srecko Mühling, Vice President of the Commercial Road division said: “Automotive is one of Imperial’s focus industries and we are pleased that the UK business will continue to make a  substantial contribution to the Group’s sustained success in this field, while also supporting its ambition to further strengthen its presence in this demanding sector.”

Source: Imperial Logistics