James Fisher partnered with Mole Valley Farmers to strengthen animal feed supply, improve distribution control and support more sustainable logistics through its Plymouth-based port, Cattedown Wharves.
Challenge
Mole Valley Farmers needed greater control and resilience across its animal feed supply chain. Ingredients were often transported hundreds of miles from other UK ports, creating logistical challenges, delivery delays and greater exposure to global supply chain disruption.
Key features
Solution
A long-term partnership with Cattedown Wharves provides 24/7 port access and on-quay storage for feed ingredients. Bringing cargo directly into Plymouth gives Mole Valley Farmers greater control over shipping, sourcing, storage and distribution to its regional mills and farming customers.
Customer impact
- Strengthens security and continuity of animal feed supplies, while supporting UK South Westeconomy.
- Gives greater control over sourcing, storage and distribution.
- Reduces long-distance road freight and associated carbon emissions.
- Removes at least 2,500 lorry loads from regional roads annually.
- 140,000 t of feed ingredients moved through Cattedown Wharves in first year
- Supports future port investment and growth alongside Mole Valley Farmers.
This partnership will enable us to continue to grow and support Mole Valley Farmers as we collectively work to safeguard animal feed supplies to farmers in the UK, while encouraging new opportunities for growth at the port.
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