Seafield

Article Abstract:

Seafield is a warehousing and transportation company that has seen a recovery in its stock price, and reported a rise in operating profit for 2nd half 1999. The company has a 50-year relationship with Unilever, and is the main warehouse operator for Unilever's ambient food products in northern England. High diesel prices have hit the transportation business. Seafield is attracting new business, especially in Kent, England. The company has potential to make acquisitions, and needs to grow to benefit from its stocks being quoted.

Transportation industry, Seafield PLC

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Truckers head for new routes to dodge jams

Article Abstract:

UK logistics companies have been affected by oversupply and their share prices have tended to underperform the market. Food retailers have exerted pressure on logistics firms in a drive to cut costs. Companies that have sought to expand abroad have not had promising results. Germany and France have been affected by low levels of economic growth, while competition in the US is intense. Some companies such as NFC have more weight and are more likely to perform well in international markets.

United Kingdom, Economic aspects, Logistics, Business logistics

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Tiger slips its leash

Article Abstract:

Applied Distribution is a UK storage and distribution concern which works for retailers on contracts. The company has benefited from a trend for retailers to contract out these operations. There could be problems resulting in the loss of a contract from Esso later in 1996. The contract may not be replaced by others offering as good margins. Retailers are under pressure to reduce costs due to increased competition which in turn puts pressure on distributors.

Distributors (Commerce), Applied Distribution

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