Coca-Cola HBC, the Coca-Cola Company’s strategic bottling partner in Ireland, has extended its long-term partnership with supply chain partner Wincanton.
The contract has been extended until the end of 2026, and marks a decade of collaboration between the two brands, having first partnered in 2016.
As part of its contract with Coca-Cola HBC, Wincanton will continue to provide warehouse operations management at the bottling company’s dedicated facility in Lisburn, Northern Ireland. This facility handles over 52 million cases of beverages each year, including for popular brands such a Coca-Cola, Fanta and Monster Energy.
Wincanton is also responsible for delivering operational efficiencies, incorporating volumes driven by the Deposit Return Scheme in the Republic of Ireland whilst also bringing logistics expertise to the facility to support the company’s ongoing growth.
Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland supply chain director Joanna Sneddon commented: “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.”
James Hurrell, managing director for grocery and 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.
“We look forward to continuing our work together and celebrating a decade of growth, innovation, and automation together.”
More on Wincanton here: https://www.wincanton.co.uk/
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