Hellmann Perishable Logistics (HPL) and Philpot's have announced details of a new working partnership.
Together they aim to offer a fully integrated logistics service to fresh producer and flower importers, from the country of origin through to delivery at retail depots and wholesale markets across the UK.
Philpot's business development manager Johnnie MacMillian said: "We have recognised that significant synergy exists between HPL and ourselves. HPL operates a global freight network and UK perishable clearing and forwarding house. At Philpot's we provide packhouse management expertise and specific product knowledge, as well as an in depth understanding of UK multiple retailers standards and expectations.
"By combining our respective skills and capabilities, we will be able to offer a fully integrated perishables service from source to shelf. Many companies that have outsourced some or all of their logistics find that they are more able to focus on supplier development, marketing and innovation, which are core business and can be a source of competitive advantage. We anticipate that the trend of outsourcing will continue, particularly in light of what we can offer the market."
Colin Well, HPL managing director, added: "By working together not only are we stronger, but we able to offer customers a superior product."
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