Being based in the North East allows us easy access to the UK and global markets. We are proud of our operations throughout the UK, Europe and beyond, with our location providing easy access to import and export routes.
We focus on building positivity and energy in our business, recognising the work the team have done. We truly value the communities around us, and we are extremely focused on ‘homegrown talent’ with a commitment to nurturing and growing our own people. With Vantec is not just a job, it’s a career, and it’s here for the taking.
LOGISTEED UK Limited
LOGISTEED UK Limited (formerly Vantec Europe Limited) is an innovative contract logistics partner trusted by leading global brands to deliver end‑to‑end supply chain solutions. Through a collaborative, consultative approach, the company designs value‑driven forwarding and contract logistics services tailored to its customers’ operational needs.
LOGISTEED UK Limited operates purpose‑built, bonded and non‑bonded Logistics Processing Centres, with teams embedded directly within customer operations. Its head office sits within a 40,500 m² facility at Hillthorn Business Park in Washington, Sunderland, supported by a second 38,750 m² facility at Turbine Business Park less than a mile away, and a third Sunderland site leased to a partner. The company also manages a 3,300 m² centre in Basingstoke. All three locations are strategically positioned close to major transport routes to support efficient UK and international distribution.
The company delivers high‑quality logistics services to manufacturers in the automotive, construction machinery, lighting, premium vehicle, electric battery, offshore renewable energy, HVAC and fashion sectors. Its capabilities include in‑plant and on‑site logistics, vendor‑managed inventory, value‑added services, last‑mile logistics and expert warehouse layout design and mapping. Its forwarding services cover air and sea freight, customs clearance, brokerage, and air and shipping line bookings, ensuring efficient global movement of goods.
LOGISTEED UK Limited continues to redefine logistics through innovation and digital transformation. The company was an early pioneer of IoT‑enabled operations and continues to invest heavily in data‑driven efficiency and automation. It develops bespoke IT systems and DX solutions, including custom applications, as well as a suite of internal management platforms covering safety, inventory, quality, purchasing and budgeting. As part of its commitment to modern skills and capability development, the company also delivers a Virtual Interactive Experience that enhances employee learning, operational understanding and site‑specific familiarisation.
LOGISTEED UK Limited offers advanced accredited training programmes, including Manual Handling Equipment (MHE) qualifications and comprehensive Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) training, ensuring a highly competent and safety‑focused workforce. Additional services include full tracking and traceability, cross‑docking and integrated logistics centre management, supported by a one‑stop import solution incorporating customs clearance, unloading, storage and delivery.
Founded in 1990 through a joint venture supporting a major automotive manufacturer in Sunderland, the company has grown organically to become a preferred logistics partner. Today it operates 13 UK sites, continuing to invest in continuous improvement and Zero Carbon initiatives, supporting sustainability objectives across its operations and those of its customers.
Its experienced and proactive teams take pride in service excellence, agility and flexibility. Modern distribution centres are designed around customer needs and supported by a strong, empowered site‑level performance culture.
LOGISTEED UK Limited is part of LOGISTEED, Ltd., a global organisation of 122 companies across 30 countries, with more than 56,200 employees worldwide and continuing to grow.