Abbey Logistics obtains British Sugar contract

Abbey Logistics Group, a UK-based provider of bulk food transport services, has won a long-term deal to manage British Sugar’s bulk sugar movements across the UK.

The new contract follows the decision announced by Suttons Tankers in May to end its eight-year relationship with British Sugar in order to concentrate on the hazardous chemicals, gases and fuels sectors.

After a competitive tender process, British Sugar selected Abbey based on experience in the food sector and the company’s understanding of the nature of the market. Abbey’s strong maintenance and depot network, allowing maximum efficiency by reducing vehicle downtime, was identified as a perfect match for British Sugar’s need