The Latest Breaking News from Wincanton

It’s a one-horse race at Exeter as only runner trots home alone to take prize

Chaser gallops to lonely victory after opponents withdrawn due to fast ground caused by ongoing dull, dry spell

The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2024

Wincanton backs £762m takeover offer from US group GXO

UK haulage firm employs 20,000 people and customers include Asda, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose

The Guardian - UK · Mar 1, 2024

The UK stock market isn’t working

Recent bidding battles for sub-£1bn firms such as Wincanton and Currys suggest London has an undervaluation problem

The Guardian - UK · Feb 29, 2024

Sainsbury's plans major restructure that will affect 7,000 staff

The plan is to stitch together a patchwork of different logistics contracts up and down the country into just three

Wales Online · Apr 12, 2023

Welcome to post-Brexit Britain where UK firms still come last

City Voices: Time for some loyalty -- and patriotism

Evening Standard · Mar 10, 2023

Wincanton issues profit warning after losing key government contract

The Wiltshire-based firm said it was “extremely disappointed” after HMRC switched to another logistics provider to support its UK customs arrangements at inland border facilities

Birmingham Post · Mar 7, 2023

Logistics giant Wincanton on track to deliver profit forecast

The Wiltshire-based firm reported ‘robust’ recent trading despite ‘challenging’ economic conditions

Birmingham Post · Jan 13, 2023

Rolls-Royce workers secure 10% pay rise and £2,000 bonus

Union hails ‘top-notch’ deal for 1,200 employees at Goodwood site, as Wincanton drivers agree increase of between 20% and 37%

The Guardian - UK · Dec 16, 2022

A Plus Tard heads final five declared for the Betfair Chase at Haydock Park

Cheltenham Gold Cup and last year's winner is odds-on favourite as he heads back to Merseyside bidding for a second successive victory in the Grade One feature

Liverpool Echo · Nov 17, 2022

Glasgow warship manufacturer BAE Systems staff in 24-hour strike amid ongoing pay dispute

Staff at over fifty store operatives at BAE Systems on the Upper Clyde have walked out after talks and last-ditch discussions between GMB and subcontractor Wincanton did not lead to an agreement.

Glasgow Live · Oct 19, 2022