CEMEX partners with transport company for cement distribution

January 21, 2020 Read time: 1 min

Turners will operate 20 bulk cement tankers for CEMEX

Building materials supplier CEMEX has agreed a new partnership with UK transport company Turners for the distribution of cement.

The contract will see Turners operating 20 bulk cement tankers for CEMEX across the country.

CEMEX says that utilising Turners fleet will provide it with increased capacity and flexibility in its haulage operation, allowing the supplier to better meet customer demand.

David Hart, CEMEX supply chain director for UK & France, commented: “We are always looking for ways to improve our logistics operation, and this partnership with Turners will create new flexibility in our service, thanks to their large fleet of safe and efficient HGVs.

“Turners boast considerable industry experience and we have the same dedication to high safety standards and striving for zero harm."

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