The bottling partner of the Coca-Cola company on the Island of Ireland has extended its contract with Wincanton until the end of 2026, which will mark a decade of collaboration between the two companies.
Wincanton will continue to provide warehouse operations management at Coca-Cola HBC’s dedicated facility in Lisburn, Northern Ireland.
The logistics firm will also be responsible for delivering operational efficiencies, incorporating volume driven by the Deposit Return Scheme in the Republic of Ireland and bringing its expertise to the facility to support Coca-Cola HBC’s ongoing growth.
Growing partnership
Joanna Sneddon, Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland supply chain director, said: “Delivering high-quality products and service to our customers is our priority. We are pleased to grow our partnership with Wincanton on our journey to develop world class logistics service over the coming years.”
Coca-Cola HBC Lisburn handles more than 52 million cases of popular brands such as Coca-Cola, Fanta and Monster per year.
James Hurrell, MD for grocery & consumer at Wincanton, added: “With its vision to be the world’s leading 24/7 beverage partner, we’re delighted to be supporting Coca-Cola HBC and its unique portfolio on its journey to exponential growth.
Decade of growth
“We look forward to continuing our work together and celebrating a decade of growth, innovation, and automation together.”
Coca-Cola HBC has a strong heritage on the island since the establishment of bottling operations in 1939. The company employs more than 850 people through its office in Dublin, manufacturing facility in Lisburn, and depots in Cork, Tuam and Tipperary.
In March, the drinks bottler completed its acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions, part of the company’s strategy to ‘enhance its route-to-market’ by improving its ability to sell directly to consumers.
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