Wincanton, the logistics firm recently acquired by US giant GXO, has today (9th June 2025) opened a significant new 314,658 sq ft warehouse in Weston-Super-Mare. The facility is dedicated to supporting the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station project in Somerset and is expected to create up to 70 jobs.

This marks Wincanton’s sixth site supporting the UK’s first new nuclear power station in a generation, further expanding its partnership with EDF Energy. As the official warehouse and transport service partner for the project, Wincanton plays a critical role in managing the complex supply chain required for the large-scale infrastructure development.

The new warehouse will support the project’s growth by providing comprehensive warehousing services for both outsized and palletised goods, secure storage, advanced inventory controls, and supply chain integration.

Paul Durkin, Chief Customer and Innovation Officer at Wincanton, said: “Our long-standing partnership with EDF Energy is built on a foundation of trust and a shared commitment to excellence. We’re incredibly proud to expand our role in the Hinkley Point C project – a landmark undertaking that will power the UK for generations. This new warehouse exemplifies our commitment to delivering innovative, scalable, and resilient supply chain solutions at pace.”

Brian Buckingham, Senior Logistics Operations Manager for Hinkley Point C at EDF, added: “Wincanton is a trusted, long-term partner supporting our vast and complex logistics needs. Throughout the construction of Hinkley Point C, Wincanton has proved itself to be a supplier with expertise, experience and the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the project. We look forward to servicing the growth of the build programme through the new warehouse in Weston-Super-Mare.”

Once operational, Hinkley Point C is projected to generate low-carbon electricity for approximately six million homes over 60 years, fulfilling about 7% of the UK’s electricity needs.

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