Wilson James Appoints Key Supplier Partners for Sizewell C Logistics Operation
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Following Sizewell C’s appointment of Wilson James as Lead Logistics Partner (LLP), Wilson James is pleased to confirm its key Supplier Partners: Metro Supply Chain, Squarcle, and Swain Group.
Carefully selected for their specialist capabilities, the Partners will support the delivery of a safe, efficient, and compliant logistics operation for one of the UK’s most significant clean energy and infrastructure projects, helping to set a benchmark for future major programmes.
Wilson James brings proven expertise operating in complex, highly regulated environments such as Hinkley Point C, the UK’s first new nuclear power station in a generation. This experience will be central to ensuring Sizewell C’s logistics programme is delivered safely, reliably, and with thorough consideration for local communities and the environment.
Together, the supplier partnership brings complementary expertise through technology-enabled logistics, large-scale warehousing, planning, transport, and distribution, underpinned by Wilson James’ digital Control Tower capability, providing real-time visibility, coordination, and data-led decision-making across the supply chain.
“Delivering logistics for a programme of this scale demands robust, symbiotic partnerships. By selecting Squarcle, Metro Supply Chain, and Swain Group, we are building a best-in-class line-up that combines deep operational experience and expertise, digital innovation, and a strong on-the-ground presence. Together, we will help Sizewell C deliver safely and responsibly, while creating meaningful opportunities for people and businesses across the region.” Tony Palombo, Managing Director – Infrastructure, Wilson James
Supplier Partner, Swain Group will play a key role in transport delivery, bringing a diverse fleet and multiple locations, alongside extensive experience supporting large-scale infrastructure and construction sector programmes.
“Swain Group national fleet looks forward to working in partnership with Wilson James and the supplier partners to achieve effective, compliant delivery solutions into Orwell Logistics Park and the Sizewell C construction area; developing our existing operational footprint within East Anglia to support local employment for now and long into the future.” Matthew Deer, Group Managing Director, Swain Group
In addition, Supplier Partner, Metro Supply Chain will bring international scale and technology-enabled logistics capability to support dependable execution and proactive planning.
“Metro Supply Chain is proud to have been selected to partner with Wilson James on the Sizewell C project. As a leading third-party logistics provider in Canada, with a strong presence in the UK, Europe, and the United States, we bring extensive expertise in assisting global organisations to navigate complex challenges with confidence.” Stuart Ager, Vice-President and Managing Director UK, Metro Supply Chain
Building on a proven partnership with Wilson James at Hinkley Point C and experience delivering logistics control tower architectures, Squarcle will deploy the Wilson James Control Tower to digitise end-to-end logistics partner processes, integrating Sizewell C’s operational data and applying advanced analytics to strengthen decision-making, improve forecast accuracy, and proactively mitigate logistics risk.
“Digital Logistics planning, execution and data integration will be key differentiators for Sizewell C LLP. Squarcle is proud to be the Wilson James supplier delivering Sizewell C’s integrated logistics information systems and data science capabilities.” Gavin Emmerson, CEO and Founder, Squarcle
The three Supplier Partners will support Wilson James’ commitment to working alongside Sizewell C and other local stakeholders including College on the Coast, to help build clear pathways into logistics, digital, and infrastructure careers, supporting long-term skills development and employment across Suffolk and the wider region.
Nigel Cann, CEO, Sizewell C, commented:
“We’ve committed to spend at least £4.4bn in the East of England during the construction of our project, and this recent contract reaffirms that pledge. Appointing Wilson James as our Lead Logistics Partner is a key milestone for Sizewell C. Their local roots, nuclear experience and commitment to sustainable operations make them an ideal partner. Together, we will create high-quality jobs, open new pathways into STEM careers and ensure the benefits of Sizewell C are felt across the region for decades to come.”
Sustainability is central to Wilson James’ approach, focussing on consolidated deliveries, efficient routing, and digital planning tools to reduce road miles, cut carbon emissions and support Sizewell C’s wider environmental commitments.
Gary Sullivan, Chairman and Co-Founder, Wilson James, added:
“We believe in sustainable partnerships with best-in-class organisations such as Sizewell C and our Supplier Partners. By combining our nuclear experience with Sizewell C’s long-term vision for low-carbon energy, we can build something that positively delivers for the East of England and across the UK.”
Sizewell C is one of the biggest clean energy projects in Britain. Once complete, it will provide low-carbon electricity to six million homes for at least 60 years and save nine million tonnes of carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere annually.
