THIRD-PARTY LOGISTICS BUSINESS FOR SALE - Greater Manchester.
This long-established third-party logistics business has been providing comprehensive warehousing, storage, distribution and value-added logistics services since 2006. Operating from a substantial freehold headquarters together with an additional leased warehouse facility, the company offers approximately 168,000 sq ft of warehousing across two strategically located sites. The business has earned an excellent reputation for reliability, flexibility and customer service,
enabling it to compete successfully with much larger national operators whilst maintaining the responsiveness of an independent logistics provider.
The company benefits from an exceptionally loyal customer base, with several key clients having traded with the business for almost twenty years. New business has historically been generated almost entirely through referrals and repeat
custom, with virtually no investment in marketing, highlighting both the strength of its reputation and the significant opportunity for future commercial development. An extensive network of transport subcontractors further enhances its operational flexibility and nationwide service capability.
Services include warehousing, palletised storage, nationwide distribution, freight forwarding, transport management, order picking, repacking, reworking and contract packing, providing customers with a complete outsourced logistics solution. The business operates to recognised industry standards, holds respected sector accreditations and is supported by a knowledgeable management team and experienced workforce capable of delivering consistently high levels of customer service.
Offered for sale due solely to the shareholders' retirement, the business presents a rare acquisition opportunity combining valuable freehold property, long-established customer relationships and proven operational performance. Significant opportunities exist to accelerate growth through proactive sales and marketing, expansion of the transport division, acquisition of additional warehousing capacity and further development of value-added logistics services. A comprehensive handover period is available to ensure a seamless transition for a new owner.
Key points
Established third-party logistics business founded in 2006.
Retirement sale with up to 12 months' vendor handover available.
Specialises in warehousing, storage, distribution, freight forwarding and value-added logistics services.
Operates from a 5-acre freehold headquarters together with an additional leased warehouse.
BRC accredited and member of the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
Long-established customer base with the three largest clients retained for around 20 years.
Strong reputation for providing a personal, flexible alternative to larger national logistics operators.
Growth achieved almost entirely through word-of-mouth referrals and repeat business.
Experienced workforce led by three working directors and a well-established management team.
Excellent transport links providing efficient nationwide distribution.
Interested parties will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before further information is provided.
