Pall-Ex Logistics announces new purpose-built Logistics Centre in Cornwall.

Pall-Ex Group's warehousing and storage subsidiary, Pall-Ex Logistics, is significantly enhancing its services in Devon, Cornwall, and the wider South West region with the construction of a cutting-edge logistics centre.

This new facility represents Pall-Ex’s commitment to strategic investment in quality and sustainability across the organisation. Businesses throughout the region will benefit from Pall-Ex Logistics' quality services, which include next-day palletised freight distribution, warehousing, fulfilment and storage, groupage and LCL shipping, as well as comprehensive general haulage services.

Construction is now underway in Launceston, Cornwall, a prime location with excellent transport links to the surrounding area and easy access to both the A30 and A39.

Spanning a 110,000 square foot site facility on three acres that comprises a 20,000 square foot warehouse, an open-sided canopy for the safe loading and unloading of vehicles, a dock leveller facility within the covered canopy, an office and administrative space and dedicated battery storage for the safe containment of potentially volatile lithium-ion batteries.

Additionally, the site also features a concrete yard to provide hardstanding for trucks and trailers. The entire layout is strategically designed for 'forward only' movement of lorries arriving on-site, effectively minimising waiting times, enhancing health and safety protocols, and ensuring smooth traffic flow.

Emphasising Pall-Ex’s commitment to environmental responsibility, this hub will also incorporate solar panels and EV charging points, enabling the business to expand its electric fleet and lead the way in sustainable logistics.

Paul Pegg, Managing Director at Pall-Ex Logistics, said:

“Devon and Cornwall is a key location for Pall-Ex Logistics, and we are thrilled to announce that construction is underway.

“This new facility is a bold statement of our unwavering commitment to the region, and we are excited to see businesses from across the area take full advantage of what we have to offer.

“Our comprehensive solutions are designed for everyone, from large enterprises to start-ups and SME. One of our core strengths is the ability to support businesses to scale effectively. Customers can leverage our expansive distribution network and smart storage options, all visible on our dedicated customer portal MyNexus.

“Our main aim now is to recruit the right people to ensure the facility is the best in the region. We are already looking for additional HGV drivers to facilitate the business's growth.”

Kevin Buchanan, Pall-Ex Group CEO, comments:

“Our primary focus, commitment, and investment will always be in people, technology, and sustainability. The £10m investment in our purpose-built logistics centre in Cornwall will provide the best facilities in the region, supporting the delivery of excellence for our local, national and international customers.

“The addition of our UK storage and fulfilment network allows us to offer businesses a comprehensive logistics solution. We are more than just a pallet network, as our new logistics centres provide businesses with a complete logistics solution.

“As a Group, we opened a purpose-built central hub in Sibu, Romania, last year, and we currently have several major developments underway, including our £80 million flagship hub in Leicestershire and our central hub in Saint-Florent, France.”

For more information on the full range of services offered by Pall-Ex Logistics Devon & Cornwall, please visit: https://www.pallexlogistics.co.uk/