Leeds’ Clipper Logistics agrees to new 4-year contract with British American Tobacco UK

Clipper Logistics plc, the Leeds-based provider of value added logistics solutions and e-fulfilment to the retail sector, has signed a new contract with British American Tobacco UK Limited.

The new four-year contract will extend through to the end of 2020. Clipper provides consultancy-led, innovative logistics services, focussing on the retail sector.

In addition to warehousing, distribution and associated services, the firm specialises in the provision of e-fulfilment and returns management services.

Under the new agreement, which also includes e-commerce support for Vype, BAT’s vapour business, Clipper will be providing a full UK logistics operation inclusive of all warehouse operations in the UK and delivery to all BAT Customers in the UK.

Steve Parkin, executive chairman of Clipper, said: “We are delighted to have been selected for this significant contract with BAT.

“This builds on the existing 25 year relationship the two businesses have had and the new contract win and extension of coverage to the whole of the UK is a testament to our approach to proactively building client relationships and delivering solutions for customers”.