ACS&T & EWL join forces to offer universal savings at every step of the global supply chain
May 12, 2010
ACS&T Logistics have formed a new partnership with global frozen logistics operator, Edge Worldwide Logistics, to offer a complete, end to end supply chain service. Designed to unlock savings throughout the supply chain for all those who source their products globally, this new service is unmatched throughout the industry.
The new partnership will enable food businesses in the UK to have complete control and visibility throughout the supply chain from overseas supplier to their own factory door. The service promises to produce a huge array of benefits for customers including: huge cost savings at every step of the supply chain, increased visibility and enhanced information flow and greatly improved operational efficiencies.
Carl Robinson, Sales & Commercial Director of ACS&T said:
“We are absolutely delighted to have formed this partnership with EWL, and believe that together, we have created a new service that will benefit every food business that imports product to this country. EWL’s pricing structure on importing guarantees immediate savings, and when combined with our industry leading production support service, this is something that can offer improvements and savings to any supply chain.”
Reduced shipping costs, streamlined administration
Users of this new, joined up service will benefit immediately, saving an average on shipping costs of 15-20% per refer container. Once stock arrives in the UK, ACS&T can collect it from the port of arrival and take it to one of its 12 cold stores. If required, ACS&T can also receive the stock under bond and handle the administration of the customs process as well.
Optimised storage and delivery
From here, goods are palletised and made instantly visible to the customer through ACS&T’s leading edge real-time web-based Warehouse Management System (WMS). Orders can then be placed on that stock for onward distribution either into the customer’s factory for processing, or directly to their customer base anywhere in the UK, from single pallets to a full load.
Efficiency and value through production support
Customers can also benefit from ACS&T’s groundbreaking production support system, which enables their raw materials to be stored and managed offsite, with consolidated deliveries of different stock direct to their factory door. This saves on administration, frees up storage space and helps to improve efficiency. It also releases cash flow and enables them to devote more time and factory space to manufacturing.
Bespoke, individual solutions
This new process has been developed with customers in mind, and clients can choose to use the entire service, or ‘cherry pick’ the individual elements that suit their needs. Either way, supply chain and business performance improvements are guaranteed.
Backed up by unbeatable resources
About ACS&T Logistics
ACS&T operates from four centres in Grimsby, Wolverhampton, Tewkesbury and Scarborough. The company’s extensive resources include 12 cold stores, 3 ambient stores, comprehensive co-packing facilities and large, dedicated and shared user multi-temp transport fleets.
Committed to delivering high quality service, and operates with integrity and a concern for the environment, ACS&T is accredited with the BRC Storage & Distribution certificate across all sites and temperature regimes in addition to the ISO9001 and 14001.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Camellia plc, the international investment company, ACS&T has the resources needed to provide appropriate support and continuity of service to customers of all sizes.
About Edge Worldwide Logistics
Edge Worldwide Logistics was formerly known as A. J. Edge Limited and was established in 1989 by Alan Edge. Alan has worked in the logistics industry for over 40 years and has been involved in containerisation from its inception.
EWL prides itself on consistently achieving a high quality of service which has meant it has fostered excellent relationships with both clients and suppliers. The company has grown steadily as globalisation has expanded supply chains.
By using its buying power, EWL is able to negotiate very advantageous long term deals with many of the industry's top transport suppliers and is committed to being transparent and open with all its customers.
If you’d like to find out how ACS&T and EWL could save you money and improve your business performance, contact Carl Robinson on 01472 358207 or email Carl.Robinson@acst.co.uk