Acquisition expands UK pallet network

Technology-led logistics specialist northstarr Group has acquired United Pallet Network (UPN) to expand its logistics portfolio.

Reportedly, the network will handle more than 6.3 million pallets a year, with both brands continuing to operate as standalone networks with their own membership models.

UPN, operates a 300,000ft² SmartHUB near Lichfield, Staffordshire, and has its head office in Leicester while northstarr Group opened a new head office and a 405,000ft² central hub at Waterway Business Park, Wolverhampton earlier this year as part of its ongoing expansion.

Stuart Godman, group CEO at northstarr, said: “This is an exciting new chapter for the industry and a major step forward in our strategy, which shows the strength and ambition of our group.

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