AMCO

Local Company, Global Reach - Amco Join MIM

AMCO — 26/05/2021

Amco Services has rejoined the Made in Group to take advantage of the new hi-tech digital platforms, such as the virtual exhibitions, and utilise the Made Futures jobs board to find talent in the local area. Seán Trainor, Business Development Director at Amco said “We are a local company with a global reach, with so many facets to the business, we are able to support multiple industry sectors in a number of ways.” The company also hopes to reach a new client base with their membership.

Based in Redditch, Worcestershire, Amco specialises in storage, distribution, and logistics services to the automotive, aerospace/defence, FMCG (fast moving consumer goods), manufacturing and retail industries. These industries demand extremely high levels of service; accuracy, precision and consistency that are vital to their operations. To be the best it can be for its customers, Amco abides by its philosophy to ‘think like the customer’, offering a service proposition that meets customer needs with cost leadership in mind.

Now offering an array of logistics services across the UK, Europe and Internationally, as well as general warehousing and bonded warehousing capabilities, Amco has rejoined the Made in Group to utilise the trade association’s latest digital platforms. Seán said: “We decided to rejoin the Made in Group because of the innovation over the last year. We are excited to be part of the Made Futures jobs board as an employer and network with relevant and like-minded businesses at the targeted breakfast mornings.”

Seán also hopes to build brand awareness online through its member microsite and networking at events. The Made in Group offers a range of knowledge transfer classes, such as the Made Masterclasses - fortnightly themed webinars with experts from the Made in Group membership, Seán looks forward to attending these and being an engaged member of the group. He concluded:

“We are excited to be associated with the Made brand and being part of a community with vast skill sets. Building new networks is important in the industry we sit within to learn best practice and create a more localised network.

As for what Amco can offer Made’s members - we have extensive industry knowledge and logistics and warehousing capabilities, with a strong network. As a forward-thinking company, we are happy to help businesses with their requirements, bringing a fresh approach.”

AMCO powers Baylis & Harding’s Christmas Countdown!

AMCO — 15/11/2024

Since June, AMCO has been hard at work managing the seasonal influx for Baylis & Harding. With up to 300 containers arriving from China, AMCO’s 25,000-pallet warehouse in Redditch, Worcestershire, is more like Santa’s workshop than ever. By Christmas, AMCO will have handled enough pallets to stretch almost 4.5 miles – that’s a lot of holiday cheer!

STARTING CHRISTMAS PREPARATIONS EARLY

While most of us start Christmas shopping in November, retailers, supermarkets, and logistics partners like AMCO kick off their festive preparations much earlier—usually around July or August.

The holiday rush begins as retailers anticipate increased demand and ramp up operations. Stock levels must rise to ensure availability, with some retailers needing three times their usual warehousing capacity. This is where AMCO ensures supply chain success, storing and distributing products to some of the UK’s biggest retailers, including ASDA, Boots, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, and Tesco.

SPREADING HOLIDAY CHEER ACROSS THE UK

AMCO plays a vital role in helping retail brands all over the UK shift into festive mode, making the holiday season truly special. As part of global supply chains, AMCO receives a vast range of imported goods in its bonded warehouse, with many shipments arriving from China by sea.

The journey doesn’t end at the docks. Once products arrive, AMCO efficiently stores and prepares them for swift distribution. Picture AMCO Park as Santa’s secret warehouse, storing all those holiday goodies until it’s time for AMCO’s fleet of trucks to deliver festive joy to store shelves.

THE LOGISTICS ELVES IN ACTION

Think of AMCO’s team as the logistics elves behind Christmas operations. They move thousands of pallets off containers, into storage, and then out for delivery. From now until the big day, AMCO works tirelessly, delivering directly to stores nationwide. This ensures shelves are filled with everything shoppers need for the perfect gift or stocking filler.

A TRUSTED PARTNER FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON

AMCO’s partnership with its retail customers is the backbone of a successful holiday season. Acting as a festive solutions partner, AMCO’s expertise in receiving, storing, and distributing products ensures retailers can keep up with the Christmas rush.

As the countdown to Christmas continues, AMCO flexes its logistics muscles, ensuring that products make their way into homes across the country—under trees and tucked into stockings. So, when browsing for that perfect gift set this year, remember it’s not just Santa and his reindeer working hard. Behind the scenes, AMCO’s dedicated team ensures those gifts arrive just in time for Christmas morning, turning holiday wishes into reality!

AMCO DELIVERS SCALABLE WAREHOUSING FOR PREMIUM BEDDING BRAND

AMCO — 17/03/2025

THE CUSTOMER

Headquartered in California, this brand brings over two decades of expertise in crafting premium bed linens. Originally established with a family-owned factory in India, it supplied high-quality bedding to leading global retailers. In 2017, the company shifted to a direct-to-consumer model, focusing on delivering exceptional products at accessible prices.

The brand dedicates its bedding to quality, comfort, and sustainability, designing it to enhance sleep and support environmental responsibility. By combining thoughtful design with a commitment to fair practices, the brand empowers customers to enjoy luxurious, reliable products while making eco-conscious choices for a better future.

THE CHALLENGE

As the brand’s success grew, the company encountered increasing challenges in managing warehouse storage costs and order fulfilment, particularly during seasonal peaks.

They needed a warehousing partner that could handle up to 300 pallets of product, maintain product quality and meet demanding fulfilment requirements. The company also required precise item tracking due to high inventory turnover, product movements between the chosen third-party warehouse, and onward journeys to various distribution centres. The selected warehousing partner’s essential requirements were efficient storage, precise stock management, and streamlined order fulfilment.

Additionally, the need to manage product returns and rework introduced further complexity. Expertise in handling returns and rework operations such as modifying, repairing, or repackaging goods was critical, emphasising quality assurance to ensure operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

To address these challenges, the company reached out to AMCO. They needed a logistics partner capable of delivering scalable warehousing with an advanced inventory management system and robust fulfilment capabilities.

THE SOLUTION

AMCO developed and implemented a comprehensive logistics and warehousing solution tailored to the customer’s requirements. AMCO’s solution encompassed managing sea freight shipments from India to the UK, handling customs clearance, and coordinating final-mile road transport to AMCO Park, the company’s warehouse facility in Redditch, Worcestershire. The service also included efficient pick, pack, and dispatch operations, robust returns, and rework processes.

DELIVERY—Upon arrival at AMCO Park, warehouse operatives unloaded hundreds of boxed goods out of 40-foot containers, including pillowcases, mattress protectors, and duvet sets, into the warehouse by hand.

SORTING—AMCO Park’s advanced Cardex carousel system efficiently sorts and organises products into predefined categories (A, B, and C) based on demand frequency and product type. This system enables rapid product retrieval, the first step in the pick, pack, and dispatch process.

STORAGE—The team sorts the products, palletises and labels them, books them into the WMS, and strategically stores them in the warehouse for product call-off. From here, all product items are accurately tracked and traced via AMCO’s WMS RFI barcode system.

PICK, PACK, & DISPATCH – AMCO’s Cardex carousel system activates immediately upon product call-off, delivering items directly to the warehouse operative’s workstation. This process reduces manual handling and accelerates picking efficiency.

The saved time allows for thorough packing. Orders are manually checked, securely packed, and inspected to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.

Before dispatch, orders are labelled to SSC standards for seamless processing at supply chain distribution centres. This labelling ensures full traceability during transit.

RETURNS & REWORK—AMCO also handles product returns through a robust returns management process. Products undergo a rigorous inspection, relabelling, and repacking process conducted within a clean-room environment to ensure product quality is not compromised.

STOCK MANAGEMENT— AMCO performs regular cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy, optimise stock levels, and ensure efficient order fulfilment. This process involves routinely counting a portion of inventory instead of conducting a full-scale audit. Cycle counts help quickly identify and resolve stock discrepancies, preventing fulfilment issues and protecting the brand’s reputation.

THE RESULT

AMCO’s solution reduced customer storage costs, enhanced order fulfilment speed, and ensured precise inventory tracking with robust returns management.

Efficient pick, pack, and dispatch operations improved accuracy and quality control. Scalable warehousing and advanced systems optimised stock levels, streamlined processes, and maintained customer satisfaction, empowering the customer’s brand to sustain growth with confidence.

TESTIMONIAL

“Since our partnership began with AMCO in January 2021, we have scaled our business confidently and streamlined operations. It’s enabled us to build our business whilst remaining true to our promise – provide eco-conscious premium bedding at accessible prices.”

Head of Operations, Global Bedding Retailer

AMCO Achieves Planet Mark Certification, Leading the Way in Sustainable Logistics

AMCO — 22/06/2023

AMCO, a global transport and logistics solutions provider, proudly announces its successful attainment of Planet Mark certification with support from Tre Office, solidifying its commitment to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. This achievement marks a significant milestone in AMCO's ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions and create a positive impact on the planet.

PLANET MARK CERTIFICATION

Planet Mark certification is a prestigious accreditation awarded to organisations that demonstrate measurable progress in reducing their carbon footprint. It is a rigorous program that assesses an organisation's commitment to sustainability, including its carbon management strategies, energy usage, waste management, and employee engagement.

This certification reinforces AMCO's dedication to environmental responsibility and positions them as a frontrunner in the transport and logistics industry.

Don Mucci, Managing Director of AMCO, emphasised the importance of achieving Planet Mark certification and the company's progress in this regard. He stated;

Obtaining Planet Mark certification is a testament to our unwavering commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. We believe that as a global logistics company, it is our responsibility to lead by example and drive positive change within our industry.

Mucci continued;

Through our relentless efforts to reduce carbon emissions and implement sustainable practices across our operations, we have made significant strides in minimising our environmental impact. Achieving Planet Mark certification is a proud moment for us, as it recognises the dedication and hard work of our entire team. It also reaffirms our position as a sustainability advocate in the transport and logistics industry.

AMCO's commitment to sustainability extends throughout its supply chain, from transportation to warehousing and distribution. By adopting innovative technologies and implementing best practices, the company has already made substantial reductions in CO2 emissions and strives for more in the years ahead, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future.

SETTING AN EXAMPLE

As a global logistics company, AMCO understands that sustainability is not just a choice but a necessity for the future. By achieving Planet Mark certification, AMCO sets an example for other organisations within the transport and logistics industry, inspiring them to prioritise sustainability and take tangible actions to reduce their environmental impact.

AMCO INVITE YOU TO JOIN THE SUSTAINABILITY MOVEMENT

Transport and logistics organisations that obtain Planet Mark certification benefit from numerous advantages. They gain a competitive edge by demonstrating their commitment to sustainability, enhancing brand reputation, and contributing to a global effort to combat climate change.

AMCO invites companies from all market sectors to join the sustainability movement and pursue Planet Mark certification. Together, the transport and logistics industry can make a significant impact in reducing global carbon emissions, creating a sustainable transport and logistics sector.

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