Specialist Solutions for The Brewing and Bottling Sector
Over time, the Bottling and Brewing industry has changed beyond recognition, in turn, creating unique demands. In the early years, large breweries were the order of the day – STG having made deliveries all across the UK, to John Smiths Tadcaster, Tennents Glasgow and Heineken Manchester – amongst many others.
Further afield, other projects where STG have taken part include breweries at Ivanovo, north east of Moscow, Lezajsk in Eastern Poland and the St James brewery (Guinness) in Dublin. In each case, the cargo originated in the UK, Belgium and Italy.
A significant amount of cargo is required at every stage of the journey, from brewing and bottling right through to final delivery, whether that’s to a retail store or a pub. Many of our projects have involved every aspect of the brewery industry – not only brewery vessels but also bottling carousels, pasteurisers, palletisers, labellers, mash tuns etc. On some occasions, it is just the one item – on others, the complete production line.
In more recent times, craft beers have come to the fore in the drinks industry – perhaps our favourite project being the Adnams brewery at Southwold, where the new plant originated in Germany. Strangely enough, the most challenging part was the last few miles, along the A1095, from the junction with the A12 – not only was traffic management involved (no oncoming traffic) but the removal of low hanging, tree branches.
These remarks apply not only to beer related firms, but also soft drink manufacturers – including CocaCola (China) and Schweppes (Russia). With a profound understanding of the beverage industry and expert knowledge built on real, international, operational experience, STG stands out as a reliable and knowledgeable logistics partner.
Solving Critical Brewing Industry Logistics Challenges
Moving Oversized, Heavy, and Irregular Machinery
Brewery logistics often involve oversized brewing machinery such as mash tuns, tanks and glass washers. We manage specialist trailers, escorts and route planning to keep every brewery project moving safely, on schedule and without any delay.
Multiple Stakeholders and Tight Schedules
Brewery supply chain projects depend on a large number of factors and stakeholders. With adedicated account manager and clear communication, we keep each consignment running smoothly.
Route Planning & Permitting for Specialist Transport
Brewing equipment often exceeds standard transport limits. We handle permits, escorts and safe routing across the UK and Europe, plus port handling and customs controls for international brewery logistics.
Varying Project Scopes and Line Relocations
Brewing industry moves range from single parts to full production line relocations. We provide flexible freight solutions, from small consignments to multiple oversized trailers.
Cross-Border Compliance & Certifications
International beverage logistics need engineering sign-offs, safety documents and custom paperwork. We manage licences and compliance to keep shipments moving across the UK, Europe and global markets.
