The deal follows the introduction of ‘In Motion’ – an initiative developed by Morrisons in June 2011 to improve efficiencies in the supply chain and reduce costs by utilising empty legs with full truck load returns on Morrisons own fleet, as well as offering suppliers with smaller consignments a more cost-effective route to market through regional consolidation.
Morrisons believes this method of supplying into its distribution centre infrastructure will also help improve stock availability, reduce throughput of vehicles at its distribution centres and serve to reduce the environmental impact of its transport operations.
Over the coming months, Bibby will commence RCC operations on behalf of Morrisons from facilities in Yorkshire, East Midlands, South East, Staffordshire and the South West (UK).
The company says the first to get off the ground will be Yorkshire and the East Midlands which will begin operations in the next three months.
Source: Bibby Distribution
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