PJH, one of the UK’s largest KBB distributors, has provided an update on the progress at its new Wolverhampton Distribution Centre.
Located 8.3 miles from PJH’s current Cannock site, the new Wolverhampton Distribution Centre will replace the Cannock facility. The new building is 205,000 sq ft.
The distribution centre will also provide 15,500 sq ft of office facilities, as well as car parking, for PJH’s workforce who will be transferring from Cannock. Additionally, the site will feature a new, purpose-built showroom designed to showcase PJH’s extensive product portfolio to customers.
Richard George, CEO of PJH, said: “We are incredibly pleased with the progress at our new Wolverhampton Distribution Centre and the countdown is now on for opening later this year. This facility is a testament to PJH’s commitment to growth and operational excellence. It will be a flagship site designed to support our ambitious plans and provide unparalleled service to our customers. Staying local allows us to retain our talented workforce, who are fundamental to our success, and we are delighted to see our vision taking shape.
“We are on track to ‘go live’ by the end of 2024 and eagerly anticipate the operational enhancements this facility will bring.”
With all steel structures now in place, the installation of the Warehouse & Transport Hub has commenced, laying the groundwork for logistics and transport management. The warehouse racking solution has also been finalised and PJH’s BREEAM sustainable build application is ongoing.
In addition, PJH’s bespoke Warehouse Management System (WMS) is now fully integrated, and the testing of new routines has begun.