A business with centres in East Lancashire has been named fulfilment company of the year at an awards ceremony.

Staci, which has four fulfilment centres in Blackburn, was given the title at this year’s UK Packaging Awards (UKPA), which took place earlier this month.

The commerce fulfilment and multichannel logistics expert was awarded the national title in front of some of the UK's leading brands, retailers and suppliers.

The awards celebrate the latest innovations, initiatives, successes and businesses in the fulfilment, eCommerce and packaging industry.

Staci was awarded the title 'fulfilment company of the year by a panel of independent judges who were impressed by the strategic growth experienced by the business which has led to a number of significant new contract wins over the last 12 months.

They also made special reference to the added value provided by the Staci Create division in providing integrated packaging design and management to Staci's eCommerce and multichannel logistics clients.

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Wayne Chapman, UK managing director, said: "To say we are thrilled with this national award is an understatement.

"At Staci, we have a team of experts across the business whose sole focus is doing a great job for our clients to help delight their customers.

“To be recognised by an independent, esteemed panel of judges for the work Team Staci has done over the last 12 months is fantastic.

“Every single member of our team should be so proud because I for one am extremely proud of them all.

"This year we've experienced our best H1 performance results ever, both won and retained some incredible clients, relaunched our Staci Create division, opened our seventh Fulfilment Centre and are employing our highest number of team members in our history.

“This is all whilst celebrating our 35th anniversary too. My heartfelt thanks again to the entirety of team Staci for everything they do every day."