Caldicot-based MegaChem UK Ltd has teamed up with Hicks Logistics Ltd as part of their ongoing policy to work with local suppliers in an effort to support the local economy.

This is the latest and biggest step in the company’s drive to source locally and sees Hicks Logistics supplying both warehousing and transportation services across the UK for this international chemical distribution business.

Other local sourcing initiatives include the use of Caldicot based printers and stationary suppliers as well as a graphic design studio in Caerphilly.

The move fits in with MegaChem’s plans to develop their UK business further and offers greater control of their growing logistics needs. The company’s plans also include further development of their business in mainland Europe, a vision supported by the recent appointment of a European sales manager based in Holland.

Gary Foster, managing director at MegaChem UK Ltd, said: “This is an exciting time in the company’s development and, while we have expectations to grow across the UK and Europe, we believe that it is important to support local businesses and the community wherever possible.

“We are excited to see Hicks’ vehicles travelling up and down the UK’s motorways displaying the MegaChem logo and we see this as the start of a long-term partnership,” he said.

The partnership was also welcomed by Terry Hicks, managing director at Hicks Logistics, who said, “We are delighted to have MegaChem as a customer. It is very rewarding to see local business’ supporting each other and we hope to provide an excellent level of service in the partnership for many years to come.”

MegaChem Ltd is a global chemical distributor and toll manufacturer with their main headquarters in Singapore and offices in 11 countries across the world.