Arvato has announced the acquisition of cosmetic company Avon’s warehouse and office space in Corby, East Midlands. The deal sees Arvato take over the warehousing and transport management for Avon’s UK business, as well as the 81 employees working at the site.
Tobias Uthmann, Managing Director UK at Arvato, said: “The acquisition is part of our global growth strategy. We not only want to expand our global presence, but also take our very successful collaboration with Avon to the next level. This also includes investing in technology and digitalization to make the site future-ready.” With additional logistics centres in Hams Hall, Kings Norton and the East Midlands Gateway, Arvato now has four locations in the UK.
“This sale will mean a positive, long-term investment in the Corby site with a business as usual service for our Representatives and Customers,” said Alex Long, general manager for the Avon UK business.
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