8th Jul 2020 10:37
(Alliance News) - Wincanton PLC on Wednesday announced a two-year extension with Asda Stores Ltd for the management of its transport and warehousing operations.
The Wiltshire, England-based supply chain solutions provider has been in partnership with the grocer since 2005. Asda is part of US-based supermarket chain Walmart Inc.
The partnership includes the management of warehousing and national transport operations across four Asda sites in Doncaster, Larne, Rochdale and Wigan, and will cover frozen, chilled & ambient grocery, and general merchandise.
The contract employs 1,385 Wincanton staff and 53 vehicles.
Wincanton CEO James Wroath said: "As we face new challenges ahead, I'm certain Wincanton will add expertise and value to this long-standing partnership."
Senior Director of Central Logistics at Asda Chris Hall said: "When collaboration in the supply-chain is more important than ever, we look forward to continuing to find new and innovative ways to add value for both organisations."
Wincanton shares were up 0.3% at 181.50 pence on Wednesday morning in London.
By Greg Roxburgh; [email protected]
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