Suppliers are able to order GefBox products through a web-based service. These are delivered, filled and sent through GEFCO's supply chain to Ford's UK plant where the goods are unloaded and made ready for collection. The boxes and pallets are then taken to one of GEFCO's nine European washing centres to be prepared for re-use.

The GefBoxSystem is a quick and effective way of transporting goods from suppliers to customers throughout Europe. Its speed enables more than 150,000 boxes to be handled each day in the UK alone; adding to the 3.5 million boxes transported daily on the continent.

GEFCO has the capacity to supply GefBox to customers across Europe through its international network, and also offers tracking services through the supply chain.

The ergonomic design of the different boxes in the GefBox range enables containers to be handled safely and securely within health and safety guidelines and ensures maximum vehicle loading, allowing 30% more capacity utilisation of mega trailers.

The boxes, pallets and covers are 100% reusable, durable and an environmentally friendly packaging alternative; key to environmental efficiency when distributing products.

Karen Kinsella, Commercial Manager for GEFCO UK said, "We are delighted to have built a strong relationship with Ford which oversees the transportation of products from the company's suppliers to their engine base using the GefBoxSystem. This service has proved to be a great success and provides critical support to other companies such as BMW, Volvo, Arvin Meritor and J-Tech".