Wincanton loses Heinz transport deal to 3T Logistics

Wincanton’s 25 year distribution partnership with food manufacturer Heinz has ended after Leicester-based 3T Logistics won the tender to take over the operation.

The deal will see transport management firm 3T Logistics replace Wincanton on the transport contract from 30 June.

It is unclear which operator will handle the transport element of the deal. 3T Logistics told MT that they work with a number of haulier partners.

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However Wincanton has retained the warehousing contract on Heinz’s extensive Wigan site. Wincanton has confirmed that the Kraft Heinz transport operation will no longer be run by Wincanton from 1 July 2022.

A spokesperson for Wincanton commented: “We can confirm that the Kraft Heinz transport operation will no longer be run by Wincanton from 1 July 2022. We expect to be able to offer all colleagues alternative roles within Wincanton. In the meantime, we’d like to thank our colleagues for their hard work and ongoing commitment."