Widnes-based Suttons, which operates a UK fleet of more than 500 vehicles, will distribute CF Fertilisers’ bulk liquid and gas products. Tony McDonough reports

Logistics specialist Suttons Tankers has secured a new multi-million pound distribution contract with CF Fertilisers UK.

Widnes-based Suttons Tankers, which operates a UK fleet of more than 500 vehicles focused on the chemicals, gas and fuel sectors, will distribute CF Fertilisers’ bulk liquid and gas products.

The deal will involve Suttons transporting the products from bases in the North East and North West of England to locations across the UK and extends an established relationship with CF.

Michael Cundy, managing director of Suttons Tankers, said: “This contract represents a significant win for our tanker division, with the client recognising our significant ability and experience in handling and transporting their specialist products.

“We look forward to building upon our partnership with CF Fertilisers, an important long-term customer and a significant player in the market, producing and supplying around 40% of the UK’s fertiliser needs.”

Zach Kutch, commercial operations manager, CF Fertilisers UK, added: “We require a partner who can deliver our varied products to the highest of health, safety and operational standards.

“In Suttons Tankers we have found a partner we can rely on, with the resource and know-how to maintain the high standards our customers expect.”

Suttons operates globally with key business centres in New Jersey, Houston, Chicago, Widnes, Antwerp, Ludwigshafen, Kuantan, Singapore, Shanghai, Tokyo and Khobar.