﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:02:05 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Our online newsroom is now at www.gk.news/bibbydistribution</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/our-online-newsroom-is-now-at-www-gk-news-bibbydistribution,c2201483</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2476149</guid><description><![CDATA[28 February 2017
To access our latest press information, media gallery and PR contacts, please visit our new online newsroom at www.gk.news/bibbydistribution

This newsroom is no longer updated but will continue to serve as an archive.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2017 11:17:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION SQUEEZES DOWN THE CARBON COST OF JUICE TRANSPORT</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-squeezes-down-the-carbon-cost-of-juice-transport,c2200726</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2474879</guid><description><![CDATA[27 February 2017
Bibby Distribution has crushed the carbon cost of juice transport by using lighter tanker units, meaning an extra tonne of liquid can be carried per load.

During 2016, the 3PL invested in juice tankers with a lightweight and robust chassis, which allowed the average load per tanker to be increased by 4.2 per cent compared with the previous year.

With journeys spanning from mainland Europe to facilities across the UK, the total saving made over 12 months was the equivalent of taking 100 tanker loads off the road, thereby significantly reducing CO2 emissions associated]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2017 15:16:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION ROLLS OUT REVOLUTIONARY CONCEPT TRAILER FOR SAICA PAPER</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-rolls-out-revolutionary-concept-trailer-for-saica-paper,c2185239</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2452763</guid><description><![CDATA[10 February 2017
Bibby Distribution is hoping to solve the costly transit challenge of water-damaged paper reels after designing a concept trailer now on trial with international manufacturer SAICA Paper.

The new design, developed in conjunction with Don Bur, incorporates a variety of features to prevent water ingress from damaging paper reels, including a triple layer floor and armoured wraparound curtains.

The common problem of water damaged paper reels can prove expensive for manufacturers as they are required to replace damaged goods at their own cost. It is also frustrating for]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2017 10:07:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION UNWRAPS SWEET NEW DEAL WITH TANGERINE</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-unwraps-sweet-new-deal-with-tangerine,c2162322</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2421960</guid><description><![CDATA[9 January 2017
Bibby Distribution has signed a multi-million pound contract with confectionery manufacturer Tangerine that will see the 3PL store and deliver some of Britain’s best-loved sweets.

Bibby Distribution will handle all warehousing and distribution requirements for Tangerine, having secured the new deal on the basis of its proven track record in delivering continuous improvement on long-term contracts.

Stephen Webster, Tangerine’s Head of Logistics and Customer Service, says: “We wanted to work with a long-term partner that shares our values, and can offer us ever-improving]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2017 12:27:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION’S TANKER TEAM DELIVERS BRITAIN’S FESTIVE FEAST</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-s-tanker-team-delivers-britain-s-festive-feast,c2154758</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2412510</guid><description><![CDATA[21 December 2016
Bibby Distribution’s award-winning tanker division has once again played a key role in the nation’s Christmas celebrations by carrying out bumper deliveries to sweet & biscuit factories, chocolate makers and dairies across the UK and Europe.

Since October, the fleet of more than 200 tankers has delivered 10,000 tonnes of liquid chocolate and 2,500 tonnes of preserves – enough to make 50 million advent calendars and 40 million mince pies.

Additionally, the team has transported 17,500 tonnes of juice – the equivalent of everyone in the country having a glass on Christmas]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2016 09:11:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION TAKES CORBY FACILITY TO THE MAX WITH SECOND WAREHOUSE</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-takes-corby-facility-to-the-max-with-second-warehouse,c2150283</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2406334</guid><description><![CDATA[14 December 2016
Bibby Distribution’s site at Max Park, Corby, has become the 3PL’s largest distribution campus after the acquisition of a neighbouring 212,500 sq. ft. warehouse that doubles its capacity.

The new ambient warehouse, which has prime links to the M1 and M6, will support a variety of key food manufacturing and retail customers, including Morrisons, HiPP and Mizkan.

The addition means Bibby Distribution’s warehouse space now totals more than 2.2 million sq. ft. The expanded ‘Corby Campus’ alone covers 424,000 sq. ft., provides space for 60,000 pallets and will create more]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 14:40:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION SETS THE STANDARD FOR UK 3PLS AT GLOBAL FREIGHT AWARDS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-sets-the-standard-for-uk-3pls-at-global-freight-awards,c2129426</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2373741</guid><description><![CDATA[23 November 2016
Bibby Distribution has been declared a world leader in sustainable logistics at the Global Freight Awards, receiving the distinction of Highly Commended in the awards’ environmental category.

The only entirely UK-based 3PL to pick up an accolade at the international awards, Bibby Distribution was singled out for its extensive initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint.

The company flew the flag for Britain in its sector, impressing the judges ahead of billion-dollar international shipping concerns and multimodal operators, with its broad spectrum of initiatives]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2016 12:28:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION’S MILK COLLECTION FLEET READY WHATEVER THE WINTER WEATHER</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-s-milk-collection-fleet-ready-whatever-the-winter-weather,c2114332</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2351205</guid><description><![CDATA[2 November 2016
Dairy farmers in Scotland, Wales and north-west England can be sure of the best possible milk collection service, thanks to Bibby Distribution’s winter fleet preparations.

With winter weather predictions anyone’s guess, Bibby Distribution’s fleet engineering team has incorporated a variety of features onto the milk collection vehicles designed to increase driver comfort, safety and efficiency and ensure another winter of successful collections.

Vaughan Pendergest, Business Unit Director, Bibby Distribution, says: “The milk collection fleet faces the toughest challenges]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2016 11:25:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>INTERIORS SPECIALIST HAVELOCK FURNISHES BIBBY DISTRIBUTION WITH 14 YEARS’ BUSINESS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/interiors-specialist-havelock-furnishes-bibby-distribution-with-14-years--business,c2095805</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2325813</guid><description><![CDATA[07 October 2016
Reliable delivery on time, every time, has seen Bibby Distribution extend its long-running contract with office and retail fit-out specialist Havelock.

The contract, which Bibby Distribution has held since 2003, has been extended for a further 12 months.

Under the contract extension, Bibby Distribution will continue to deliver interiors materials from Havelock’s distribution centre in Dysart, Fife, to stores, schools and financial offices across the UK, as well as conducting shunting operations between the factory in Kirkcaldy and the Dysart centre.

Bibby]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2016 09:39:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION GETS GLOBAL RECOGNITION FOR PLANET-SAVING STRATEGIES</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-gets-global-recognition-for-planet-saving-strategies,c2058245</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2273717</guid><description><![CDATA[12 August 2016
Bibby Distribution has been highlighted as one of the world’s most environmentally-sensitive logistics companies, with its shortlisting for the Global Freight Awards Environment Award.

The company’s substantial efforts – already recognised with the FTA’s Leadership in Carbon Reduction Award earlier this year – will see Bibby Distribution standing shoulder to shoulder with some of the biggest freight companies in the world as a leader in driving down the carbon cost of logistics.

Bibby Distribution Head of SHEQ Andrew Mawson says: “The Global Freight Awards are hotly]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2016 10:30:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION’S CARBON FOOTPRINT SHRINKS FOR THIRD YEAR RUNNING</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-s-carbon-footprint-shrinks-for-third-year-running,c2051929</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2263316</guid><description><![CDATA[25 July 2016
Bibby Distribution’s CO2 emissions have shrunk for the third year running, thanks to an award-winning array of carbon-cutting initiatives.

The 3PL’s annual carbon report has found that total CO2 emissions per km have dropped by a further 5.9 per cent on 2015, on top of the continuous improvement seen since 2013.

The reduction in emissions is the result of a spectrum of smart initiatives that improve efficiency at every level. Bibby Distribution has also been recognised by the Freight Transport Association (FTA) as a sector leader, with the 3PL winning the FTA’s Leadership]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2016 10:47:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BAKE EXPECTATIONS FOR NEW BIBBY DISTRIBUTION TRUCKS FOR FRANK ROBERTS AND SONS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bake-expectations-for-new-bibby-distribution-trucks-for-frank-roberts-and-sons,c2040804</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2250616</guid><description><![CDATA[04 July 2016
Bibby Distribution’s transport contract with Roberts Bakery has risen to a new level, with the introduction of five new bespoke bread transport trucks.

The 7.5 tonne DAF LF rigid trucks were commissioned by Bibby Distribution in response to a custom specification requested by the Cheshire breadmakers, and will support Roberts Bakery’s growth into new regions.

Bibby Distribution has already enabled Roberts Bakery to dramatically expand its reach outside of the North-West, by providing distribution across the Midlands and M1 corridor. The new vehicles incorporate a warm-air]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2016 14:16:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION IN SAFE HANDS WITH APPOINTMENT OF NEW SHEQ HEAD</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-in-safe-hands-with-appointment-of-new-sheq-head,c2032191</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2239598</guid><description><![CDATA[20 June 2016
Bibby Distribution has appointed Andrew Mawson as its new Head of Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ).

Mawson, 51, who has more than 25 years’ experience within the distribution and logistics sectors, joins the 3PL after nearly eight years as Group SHE Manager for PX Ltd.

Mawson’s remit within Bibby Distribution will be to build on the 3PL’s already-impressive track record in SHEQ initiatives. In particular, he will be introducing new training and coaching programmes, aimed at delivering a proactive safety culture where all staff take responsibility for]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 13:31:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION PUMPED TO WIN TANKER OPERATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-pumped-to-win-tanker-operator-of-the-year-award,c2024785</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2229256</guid><description><![CDATA[7 June 2016
Bibby Distribution has been named Tanker Operator of the Year at the Tip-Ex/Tank-Ex Awards 2016.

The 3PL’s tanker division impressed the judging panel, who described Bibby Distribution as a “forward-thinking operator” with a safety-conscious attitude and a high level of customer service.

Vaughan Pendergest, Head of Tankers, Bibby Distribution, says: “Our approach to tanker operations is driven by the same core values that guide all members of the 200-year-old, family-owned Bibby Line Group – we work together, we always strive to be better, we commit to innovation, we do the]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2016 15:09:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION WINS FTA LEADERSHIP IN CARBON REDUCTION AWARD</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-wins-fta-leadership-in-carbon-reduction-award,c2008154</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2204484</guid><description><![CDATA[12 May 2016
Bibby Distribution won the Freight Transport Association’s (FTA) Leadership in Carbon Reduction Award for its outstanding achievements in cutting carbon emissions across its operations.

The judging panel of industry experts said Bibby Distribution was ‘leading the way’ in freight transport carbon reduction, thanks to a diverse range of emission-busting initiatives and a commitment to sharing best practice.

Rachael Dillon, FTA Climate Change Policy Manager, says: “As a long-standing member of the FTA’s Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme, Bibby Distribution’s winning entry]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2016 13:13:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION RELISHES MIZKAN CONTRACT RENEWAL</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-relishes-mizkan-contract-renewal,c9967569</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2191171</guid><description><![CDATA[29 April 2016
Food manufacturer Mizkan Euro, which makes the iconic Branston Pickle, Hayward’s Pickled Vegetables and Sarson’s Vinegar, has renewed its warehousing and distribution contract with Bibby Distribution.

Under the contract, Bibby Distribution will store and transport approximately 12,000 pallets a month – equivalent to around two million jars of the manufacturer’s famous pickles, vinegars and seasonings from its flagship Max Park facility in Corby to retailers and outlets across the country.

The 3PL’s contract, originally won in 2013, was renewed on the basis of Bibby]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2016 10:26:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION SHORTLISTED FOR FTA LEADERSHIP IN LOW CARBON AWARD</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-shortlisted-for-fta-leadership-in-low-carbon-award,c9957376</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2176304</guid><description><![CDATA[18 April 2016
Bibby Distribution has cemented its position as a leader in driving down the carbon cost of logistics after being shortlisted for the Freight Transport Association’s (FTA) LCRS Leadership in Carbon Reduction Award.

Bibby Distribution’s shortlisting comes on the back of a variety of carbon-cutting initiatives across the business, ranging from wider use of longer semi-trailers (LSTs), and a redesign of its milk collection fleet, to revolutionary new ‘virtual’ warehouses and tailored driver training.

The broad spectrum of initiatives has tackled carbon emissions at every]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2016 08:18:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION TAKES THE FREIGHT OFF UNIPART RAIL’S MIND WITH NEW TRIPLE DECK TRAILERS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-takes-the-freight-off-unipart-rail-s-mind-with-new-triple-deck-trailers,c9942203</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2152974</guid><description><![CDATA[22 March 2016
Following the successful introduction of an innovative and purpose-built triple deck curtainsider to the Unipart Rail fleet, Bibby Distribution has added a further six of the 13.6m trailers to the rail component and service provider’s distribution wing.

The new SDC trailers are part of Bibby Distribution’s drive to further reduce Unipart Rail’s transport costs and improve its fleet efficiency by maximising trailer utilisation.

Unipart Rail Transport Logistics Manager Rick Moglia says: “After predicting growth in the volume of rail components and installation materials we]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2016 11:24:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION TANKS UP FOOD INGREDIENT TRANSPORT WITH £1.2 MILLION FLEET INVESTMENT</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-tanks-up-food-ingredient-transport-with--1-2-million-fleet-investment,c9930174</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2135210</guid><description><![CDATA[7 March 2016
Bibby Distribution is beefing up its tanker division with a £1.2 million investment in 18 new tanker trailers which will support its extensive operations in food ingredient logistics.

The new tankers, manufactured by Vanhool in response to a custom brief from Bibby Distribution’s fleet technical team, will initially be used to deliver glucose and starches to major confectionary brands. The trailers replace existing assets and have been designed with maximum flexibility in mind, to provide a firm foundation for future operations.

Gayle Daubney, General Manager – Tankers,]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2016 12:08:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION PROVIDES THE WINNING FORMULA FOR ORGANIC BABY FOOD MAKER HIPP</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-provides-the-winning-formula-for-organic-baby-food-maker-hipp,c9923094</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2124254</guid><description><![CDATA[Release date:  23 February 2016
Bibby Distribution has been named the new UK warehousing and transport provider to organic baby food producer HiPP, following a rigorous competitive tender process.

Bibby Distribution will manage the complete warehousing and distribution requirements for HiPP from its multi-user facility in Corby – a flagship site occupying 15 acres and boasting capacity for more than 30,000 pallets.

The 212,000 ft² Max Park facility, which acts as a central hub for Bibby Distribution’s operations in the East Midlands,is ideally situated and central to HiPP’s outbound]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2016 10:39:43 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION ROLLS OUT NEW DEPOT FOR ROBERTS BAKERY</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-rolls-out-new-depot-for-roberts-bakery,c9911708</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2107161</guid><description><![CDATA[Release date:  10 February 2016
Bibby Distribution’s deal with Roberts Bakery has risen to a new phase of growth after a successful trial period for the 3PL.

With Bibby Distribution already handling the distribution for Britain’s fastest-growing bread brand across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire from its depot in Scunthorpe, now customers in Northamptonshire will benefit from the contract’s expansion to incorporate distribution and warehousing from Corby.

More than 20,000 baked goods will be delivered into the Northamptonshire depot every week, before being distributed to more than 100]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2016 12:19:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION APPOINTS DIRECTOR OF CLIENT DEVELOPMENT</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-appoints-director-of-client-development,c9900926</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2091393</guid><description><![CDATA[22 January 2016
Bibby Distribution has appointed Stuart Lloyd to the new role of Director of Client Development.

Lloyd, 51, joins the 3PL after four years as a consultant working in manufacturing, engineering, retail and FMCG supply chains. His expertise is based on two decades in various director-level positions with Yodel, DHL, Christian Salvesen and Norbert Dentressangle.

His remit at Bibby Distribution will be to ensure that existing customers enjoy added value from their ongoing relationship with the company. Bibby Distribution already boasts an impressive record of growing]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2016 12:34:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION’S MILK COLLECTION FLEET FIGHTS THE FLOODS AND WINS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-s-milk-collection-fleet-fights-the-floods-and-wins,c9897882</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2086535</guid><description><![CDATA[18 January 2016
With most of Northern England brought to a standstill through flooding over Christmas and New Year, Bibby Distribution’s milk collection fleet has reported near-perfect operational performance despite appalling conditions.

During the week of major flooding, Bibby Distribution made more than 1,300 collections in flood affected areas, with just six collections having to be cancelled because of access conditions.Therefore, despite the second heaviest rainfall in the region since records began, 99.5 per cent of all collections took place as normal.

Vaughan Pendergest,]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2016 12:31:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BIBBY DISTRIBUTION OPENS FLAGSHIP DEPOT TO BOOST BUSINESS GROWTH</title><link>http://news.cision.com/bibby-distribution/r/bibby-distribution-opens-flagship-depot-to-boost-business-growth,c9888781</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2072368</guid><description><![CDATA[21 December 2015
Bibby Distribution is to lay down a major marker of long-term business confidence with the opening of a flagship depot in Wakefield in Q1 2016.

The national, family-owned 3PL is to commence operations from a 280,000 sq ft facility located at G Park at Junction 31 on the M62, a move that will significantly grow Bibby Distribution’s service capability and reach. The long-term investment will act as a distribution hub for a variety of national retailers and grocers.

The new depot will provide more than 100 jobs for a variety of warehouse staff and drivers, with more than]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2015 14:18:40 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>