Gist secures supply chain operations of G&S International
March 2010
Supply chain specialist Gist, has taken over temperature controlled distribution operator G&S International.
G&S International based in Scotland is a key operator in transport, particularly in the chill and perishables sector, operating in the UK, Holland and Spain.
The G&S operations are a good strategic fit with Gist’s already strong presence in the temperature controlled distribution sector both in the UK and continental Europe.
G&S International employees will transfer to Gist. Assets including trucks, IT and warehousing have been purchased by Gist.
George Brown, managing director, G&S International said: “We are delighted that Gist has taken over the business. The combination of their supply chain expertise with their considered business approach, and genuine attitude towards people, make them a perfect fit with our business ethics. We know that our customers will be given an excellent service and thrive in their relationship with Gist going forward.”
Martin Gwynn, Chief Executive, Gist, said: “We are delighted to have taken over G&S International and are committed to the continuing provision of the already strong customer service levels being experienced. The addition of the G&S business further strengthens our position as one of the leading chill logistics specialists and furthermore demonstrates our ongoing commitment to further grow in this exciting sector.”
Notes to Editors:
About Gist:
Gist combines leading edge experience and expertise to transform supply chains. With industry-specific understanding, know-how and excellence, Gist's solutions bring end-to-end visibility and implementation, from concept to delivery.
Gist's 5,000 employees operate out of 35 locations, providing a full range of intellectual and asset-based business offerings in the UK and continental Europe.
Gist is the largest importer of flowers into the UK and is the 6th largest contracts logistics company in the country.
Gist's customers (including British Airways, Marks & Spencer, Carlsberg UK, and Dutch Flower Group) operate in a wide range of commercial and industrial sectors, including grocery, electronics and gas.
As part of The Linde Group, with around 50,000 employees working in 100 countries worldwide, Gist also benefits from Linde's global capability, synergy and scale.
