Due to the nature of the stored goods, a special zone dedicated to handling high-proof spirits has been created at the Damco warehouse in Mszczonów. Strict safety rules apply in the designated area, i.e.: restricted access, CCTV monitoring, tightened operational procedures, re-inspection before loading, and full registration of operations based on RF technology and the use of a WMS system.
– Grupa Żywiec is known for brewing, as well as for its own distribution of nearly 20 types of beer. Few people know that we are also one of the largest distributors of water, beverages, wines, and indeed strong spirits in Poland. Such convenient complementarity of the offer gives us a competitive advantage and a growing number of customers – says Bronisław Kowalski, Director of External Portfolio at Grupa Żywiec.
Damco has been cooperating with the brewing industry for several years, gaining significant experience in handling this type of goods during this time. The warehouse in Mszczonów has become the central warehouse for the Grupa Żywiec distribution network, from where shipments are made to the Client’s branches as well as to the central warehouses of retail chains.
– This is another niche that Damco is consistently filling. For some time now, our development strategy has included the handling of high-proof spirits, white goods, and dangerous goods [ADR] – says Andrzej Lada-Kubala, Branch Manager, Damco.