Premier Logistics acquires WT Transport

THE COMBINED businesses will operate 110 trucks, employ 220 staff, offer 330,000 sq ft of high-quality warehousing, strategically located just off the M1, and generate annual turnover in excess of £30 million.

Premier Logistics managing director Lee Christopher, said: “Premier Logistics and WT Transport are the perfect fit and, as proud family businesses, share a commitment to quality values, service excellence and integrity.

“Our partnership will unlock the benefits of significant operational synergies, drive efficiencies and support sustainable, long-term growth across a diverse range of customer segments.

“Crucially this is also about securing the longevity of both businesses, succession planning and providing a platform for the next generation to come through and take things forward. It provides us with greater strength and capability, enhances competitiveness and enables investment in infrastructure, technology and our people – all while guaranteeing long-term service continuity for our customers.”

Warren Tattersall added: “WT Transport has achieved a lot over recent years and we are pleased to have agreed a strategy which will see us working in partnership with Lee and the Premier Logistics team to secure an exciting future for the business.”