Warehousing and distribution specialist Willmotts Transport has opened a new 65,000 sq ft warehouse and operating depot in Chippenham - its eight warehouse to open in the South West region.
The Chippenham depot will support both new and existing customers across FMCG, food & drink and packaging sectors, providing integrated warehousing, distribution and pallet network services.
The launch is part of the company’s plans to strengthen its presence in the South West and boost support for its FMCG and retail supply chains.
The new site, on the Bumpers Farm Trading Estate, allows the company to broaden its reach and offer a range of transport services – including pallet network distribution – to a wider customer base.
The additional capacity increases Willmotts’ total warehousing footprint to over 500,000 sq ft across its eight sites in the South West, providing customers with greater flexibility, improved stock positioning and enhanced supply chain resilience.
The portfolio of eight warehouses are part of Willmotts’ wider strategy to support customers by positioning stock closer to key production and distribution locations.
Andy Stott, Willmotts Transport owner and group managing director, said: “We are delighted to confirm this expansion of both transport services and warehousing at a time when customers increasingly need their stock readily available to support their markets and maintain supply chain continuity.
“The Chippenham site allows us to extend our regional coverage while increasing capacity for growth. By positioning inventory closer to customers and key routes, we can improve responsiveness, reduce lead times and strengthen supply chain reliability.
“Interest in the new facility has already been strong from both new and existing customers, and we see this new site as an important step towards future growth as we continue to serve the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sector.”
Headquartered in Waterlip near Shepton Mallet, Willmotts Transport operates a fleet of over 150 vehicles, ranging from small vans to artics.
The company is an HMRC Bonded warehouse keeper and holds British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Soil Association accreditations.
