PD Logistics to handle Tsingtao at Felixstowe for Halewood International

PD LOGISTICS, a member of the PD Ports Group, has been awarded a contract to handle all imports of Tsingtao Beer from China on behalf of the UK's largest independent drinks manufacturer and distributor, Halewood International.

Under the agreement, PD Logistics receives the beer from sea containers landed at Felixstowe and unloaded into PD Logistics' 500,000-square-foot onsite warehouse for bonded storage prior to onwards despatch.

The contract with Halewood International increases the volume of bonded products that PD Logistics handles. To accommodate Tsingtao, PD Logistics has had to expand its wet bonded area from 80,000 to 165,000 square feet while allowing for further expansion.

"With the Tsingtao agreement in place we needed to identify a partner, who was able to offer a large, bonded warehouse facility as close to the port as possible, which would enable us to maximise the efficiency of our supply chain," said Halewood sales chief James Wright.

"We were aware of the excellent reputation of PD Logistics bonded facility and the comprehensive shipping connections enjoyed by the Port of Felixstowe. The decision was easy to make and we look forwards to what we hope will be a long and fruitful relationship with PD Logistics."

"The agreement with Halewood marks an important milestone for the PD Logistics warehouse operations at Felixstowe, reinforcing its position as an important wet bond facility and major import centre for bonded beers, wines and spirits," said PD Ports bulk logistics managing director Jerry Hopkinson

(Source: www.schednet.com)