Greggs supply chain rises to the occasion

A Northamptonshire-based logistics hub is set to boost supply chains for a national baker.

Tritax Big Box Developments has completed a new 311,551sq ft national distribution centre (NDC) for Newcastle-headquartered Greggs at Symmetry Park Kettering. 

Built by main contractor TSL, the facility meets net-zero carbon in construction requirements, achieves a minimum BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating and holds an EPC A certification. 

The building has been handed over to Greggs for fit-out.

Jonathan Wallis, managing director at Tritax Big Box Developments, said: “We are delighted to have delivered this outstanding build to Greggs on schedule, allowing them to keep on target to become operational by 2027. 

“The completion of this building is the result of a great working relationship with Greggs, TSL, North Northamptonshire Council and many other stakeholders.”

Symmetry Park Kettering covers 136 acres and already houses Iron Mountain, a US-based data storage provider, in a 313,000sq ft unit under a 15-year lease. 

A 956,000 sq ft facility is currently under construction on the site, with completion expected next autumn. 

Tritax Big Box Developments has also secured planning permission for an additional 100,000 sq ft of floor space to support Greggs’ future expansion.

The NDC is part of Greggs’ broader supply chain transformation, designed to enhance efficiency as the bakery chain targets 3500 shops across the UK. 

Kuldip Bains, supply chain director at Greggs plc, said: “Completing this stage of our new distribution centre at Symmetry Park marks a major milestone in our supply chain transformation. 

“This purpose-built facility will play a vital role in supporting our growth strategy, enabling us to serve more customers, more efficiently, as we target 3500 shops across the UK.”

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