Fortoak, the UK’s leading supplier of till rolls, labels, and packaging, has strengthened its operations through a strategic partnership with LTS Global Solutions, a Birmingham-based supply chain specialist. This collaboration has enabled Fortoak to scale its logistics, improve efficiency, and enhance its service delivery to over 1,000 active customers across multiple industries.
Driving Growth Through Logistics Excellence
With a rapidly growing business and increased import volumes—handling up to 20 containers per month—Fortoak sought a logistics partner that could streamline its supply chain while supporting future expansion. LTS Global Solutions stepped in to provide a seamless, end-to-end logistics solution, ensuring that products move efficiently from port to warehouse to final delivery.
As part of the partnership, Fortoak benefits from:
✔️ Optimized Inbound Logistics: LTS handles all container landings, customs clearance, and transportation to dedicated warehouse space.
✔️ State-of-the-Art Warehousing: Fortoak operates from an 8,600 sq. ft. facility within LTS’ Birmingham site, complete with a dedicated pick-and-pack area.
✔️ Efficient Distribution Network: A combination of LTS’ pallet network, two Fortoak-branded LTS trucks, and final-mile delivery partners ensures a market-leading 99.2% on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery rate.
A Scalable & Sustainable Partnership
Beyond logistics, the partnership extends to office space, with Fortoak housing 12 staff at LTS’ facility. The flexibility of this setup provides room for future growth, ensuring Fortoak can scale its operations without disruption.
Sustainability also plays a key role in the collaboration. LTS’ warehouse is carbon neutral in construction, aligning with Fortoak’s commitment to eco-friendly business practices and reducing its environmental impact.
Leadership Perspectives
Simon McCouaig, Managing Director of Fortoak, emphasized the value of a reliable logistics partner:
“Over the past year, our growth has really shown just how important it is to have a reliable logistics partner – something we have luckily found in LTS. Their ability to scale with us has been pivotal in keeping us on track and ensuring we deliver exactly what our customers need, without stumbling at the first hurdle which is easily done.”
Alex Vergopoulos, Chairman of Fortoak, highlighted the seamless collaboration:
“LTS manages the logistics and storage side of our business, and we manage the orders, take care of the pick and pack operation as well as the final-mile distribution. It’s a true partnership. Being able to work out of LTS’ impressive site is also hugely beneficial as it enables us to have a greater overview of our entire operation.
From our shared commitment to sustainability to the way we operate, the synergy between our two companies is what makes our relationship run like clockwork. In many ways they have become a vital cog in our operation, and we are confident that they will continue to play a significant role in our expansion plans as we look to develop our operation organically and through further acquisition.”
Dave Hands, Managing Director of LTS Global Solutions, reinforced the strength of the relationship:
“Flexibility is at the core of everything we do at LTS, and is a significant enabler in ensuring our clients and partners have complete confidence in our ability to provide the right tailored support they need to grow alongside us.”
Looking to the Future
As Fortoak continues its growth trajectory, both organically and through acquisitions, its partnership with LTS Global Solutions will remain a cornerstone of its strategy. With a strong logistics framework, scalable operations, and a focus on sustainability, Fortoak is well-positioned for continued success in the years ahead.