International logistics operator Dachser UK has opened a new warehouse at its Brackmills, Northampton base, which will provide space for an extra 20,000 pallets, in response to growing demand for storage and distribution services.

The new 112,000 sq ft building is located directly next to Dachser UK’s central domestic and international distribution hub, which daily operates to all UK and European destinations, providing UK customers with an integrated storage, inventory management and Europe-wide distribution.

The warehouse space has an internal clearance of twelve metres, ten dock level loading doors and a further two at ground level. The company said the storage capacity for 20,000 pallets provides ample space available for strategic growth.

The building has a BREEAM rating of Very Good and comes with the highest specification LED lighting and lithium-ion battery powered handling equipment.

Ian Brunt, Dachser UK general manager and head of contract logistics, said: “Acquiring this additional warehouse I believe demonstrates Dachser’s continued desire to grow contract logistics within the UK.

“The increased capacity provides a platform for us to further demonstrate our high quality and best in class capabilities to a wider range of customers and industry sectors”.

Dachser’s contract logistics operations in Northampton all operate as multi-user sites intended for multiple customers drawn from a variety of sectors – DIY, industrial, retail, wines & spirits, consumer among others.

The company added that its location within the UK’s “golden triangle” is also optimal for integration with air and sea logistics around the world. 

Brunt commented: “Now with over 400,000sq ft of warehousing, in Northampton we have our UK contract logistics centre of excellence, where our sales, customer service and process efficiency teams are all located to provide a fully integrated solution to our customers.

“The array of synergies across our global forwarding and European distribution network dovetail with contract logistics to provide a truly seamless supply chain solution for our customers.”

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