Unipart secures JLR logistics contract

Unipart Logistics has secured a five-year contract to run the new, custom-built Jaguar Land Rover Global Parts Logistics Centre in Leicestershire, which will open in 2022.

Jaguar Land Rover has selected Unipart to provide aftermarket parts logistics for both the Jaguar and Land Rover luxury automotive brands.

The operation will be housed at Jaguar Land Rover’s new 2.94m square foot campus, one of the largest UK warehouse developments for a single customer.

Unipart Logistics will operate a UK and global aftermarket distribution centre, parts packing and branded goods operations, and a customer support function.

The OHM Group are the authorised importer of both Jaguar & Land Rover brands for Ireland. They supply a number of dealerships located throughout Ireland which offer sales and aftersales / parts services for Jaguar and Land Rover customers.

John Neill, Unipart group chairman and chief executive, says: “Jaguar Land Rover is a global player with world-class products. We are proud of our strong heritage with this icon of the automotive industry, having worked with them in partnership for nearly 50 years.

“With this new contract, we will support the evolution of Jaguar Land Rover aftermarket logistics with a proposition that reflects our joint commitment to digital innovation, environmental sustainability and of course, industry-leading customer service.”