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[February 2009]
IPP Logipal Service Contract
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[January 2009]
Contract Packing & Reworking expansion
In January 2008 the Widdowson Group commissioned a dedicated warehouse to handle the growth in its Contract Packing and Reworking business. Twelve months on we are adding a further 20,000 sq ft of additional space to keep up with expansion of services and clients.
We believe we have found ourselves a niche in this sector for several key reasons:-

• Location – Ideally positioned in the centre of the country to handle inbound and outbound stock.
• Warehousing – 700,000 sq ft of space to hold inventory.
• Distribution – 160 vehicle distribution fleet to handle inbound and outbound movements.
• Services – Flexible and cost effective solutions tailored to customers requirements.

By listening to our customers needs we strive to be an integral part of their business. We believe our ability to ‘customize’ product to their requirements enables them to grow their business through our services.

[Decemeber 2008]
IPP Logipal Service Contract
The Widdowson Group has been awarded the service contract for IPP Logipal. The new facility at the Groups Glenfield location will inspect and repair in excess of one and a half million pallets each year. As part of a major transformation of the Widdowson business the facility boasts the most up to date equipment.

“The Widdowson Group is proud to be chosen to work alongside IPP” says Dave Measey, Senior Manager for the Group. “The award of this contract demonstrates the flexibility that we are able to offer to our Customers” IPP Logipal are part of the Faber Halbertsma Group, who are the largest pallet manufacturer and second largest pallet pooling business in Europe.

[November 2008]
Iveco Stralis
November saw the introduction of five new Iveco Stralis Super Cube Tractor units supplied by Chatfields Leicester.
Iveco’s flagship model enters operation alongside a strong and very well respected Scania fleet.

Chris Payne representing Chatfields sales team commented that this is a fantastic opportunity for both Chatfields and Iveco by providing a clear message to the transport industry that the Iveco brand is a product which represents a serious contender in the premium heavy truck market place.

Prior to vehicle delivery the Chatfields team together with representatives from Iveco entered many discussions with Mr Harry Hawksworth – Technical Director and his team to ensure all aspects of both vehicle specification and trailer compatibility were met before entering service.

Each vehicle is supported with a five year manufacturers repair and maintenance contract to ensure both peace of mind and delivering low operating costs. Regular review meetings will be scheduled over the coming months to ensure each vehicle performs to its maximum potential.

[November 2007]
Most Improved Apprentice
Ben started his Apprenticeship in June 2006 in his role as Flexible Warehouse Operative having been employed by Widdowson’s since November 2005. Ben very quickly gained recognition for his potential within the business as being a person who could adapt and learn from his experience to become a team leader in a very high pressured environment.
Through the apprenticeship scheme, Bens skills have gone from strength to strength and he has become a highly valued member of the team by virtue of his leadership skills and unwavering attitude to work, leading to him being awarded the Most Improved Logistics Apprentice 2007.

[November 2007]
AIB Retained
The Widdowson Group has once again achieved the Superior standard for the AIB Consolidated Standards for Food Distribution Centers. The warehouse audited is contracted for usage by Walkers Snack foods who demand the highest of food safety standards, which means the warehouse is audited by an unannounced food safety auditor twice a year.

The Widdowson Group strive to ensure that they attain the highest standards for all of their customers, whether it is food safety, ISO9002, etc.

[October 2007]
Omni-Pac Breakthrough
After many months of negotiations we have managed to secure the storage and distribution of the Omni-Pac product range which can vary from Egg shell boxes to other food containers. Currently the Omni-Pac product is manufactured in Germany shipped over here to be stored with the Widdowson group and distributed via our Groupage or Full pallet deliveries.

[September 2007]
Amtico Flooring
We have secured a storage and distribution contact with Amtico International who are manufacturers of home and office based flooring. The contract surrounds their Spacia range of flooring which is currently manufactured in China and is shipped here where we will provide storage and the distribution of the product. We are also in discussion with Amtico about their other ranges of flooring to see if we are able to provide any other services.

[June 2007]
Mattel Contract Won
The Widdowson Group are pleased to announce that we have been awarded a three contract to provide the pallet distribution out of their Corby Warehouse for Mattel Toys. As the majority of employees know we have built a long term relationship with Mattel and are delighted to have secured this contract; in terms of volume this equates to around 75,000 – 80,000 pallets per year.

[March 2007]
The 'can-do' company
The Widdowson Group slipped into the red last year, but is now is back in the black. Motor Transport's David Craik looks at the way the company has fought back

[January 2007]
New Year, New Website
The Widdowson Group are delighted to announce the launch of their new corporate website and hope that you find it both appealing to the eye and easy to use.