Geodis is to open a temperature-controlled GDP-compliant pharma warehouse close to Manchester airport in the northwest UK on 1 June.
The warehouse, which supports inventory management and cross-docking operations will offer 2,000 pallet positions for sensitive pharmaceutical products that require strict temperature management and regulatory compliance. It will include dedicated short-term storage zones such as a fully temperature-controlled area maintained at controlled room temperature (15–25°C) and chilled environments (2–8°C), with the option to introduce frozen storage if needed. There is also a designated returns area. Continuous temperature monitoring is supported by 24/7 alert systems to safeguard product integrity.
Located close to the M6 and M62 and near Manchester Airport, the site enables efficient nationwide distribution along with strong air freight connections. Manchester has a dynamic life sciences sector, making the city an ideal hub to support the growing demand for specialized pharmaceutical logistics services.
Operations will be supported by a validated Warehouse Management System (WMS) providing barcode scanning, batch traceability, full audit trails, and real-time inventory visibility.
The site meets international quality and security standards, including GDP/ WDA pharmaceutical compliance, as well as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, TAPA, AEO, and Dangerous Goods certifications.
It also includes energy-efficient refrigeration systems, LED lighting, and waste-reduction initiatives.
