Schmitz Cargobull starts trailer production in the UK

摘要

Semi-trailer manufacturer Schmitz Cargobull is opening a new factory in Manchester to build customised vehicles for UK and Irish operators. Andreas Schmitz, chief executive officer at Schmitz Cargobull, says: "The UK is a key transport and logistics market and an important semi-trailer and rigid truck market for us. With the new plant we are moving closer to our customers and ensuring that we can address their needs." Production at the 7,500 m~2 facility in Wythenshawe, greater Manchester, is scheduled to start this summer, with a capacity of 50 units per week, including freepost curtainsiders and box van semi-trailers. It will also have a 1,000m~2 spare parts warehouse for local supply. The new operation joins four German facilities, as well as bases in Lithuania, Russia, Spain, Turkey and Australia.