16^th November 2021

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WINCANTON plc

Board change

Wincanton plc (the "Company" or the "Group") today announces that Tim Lawlor, Chief Financial Officer ("CFO"), has resigned in order to take up the role of Chief Financial Officer at Countryside Properties PLC. Tim will be leaving the business during March 2022 and the Board is commencing a search for his successor.

James Wroath, Chief Executive, said: 

"The Board of Wincanton wishes to thank Tim for his hard work, commitment and outstanding contribution to the Group over the last six years. I would also particularly like to personally thank Tim for his support during my introduction to the Group.  We will continue to work closely with Tim to ensure a smooth transition and wish him all the best in his new role."

Tim Lawlor, Chief Financial Officer, said:

"It has been a privilege to have been part of the Wincanton team as the Group's financial position has strengthened and the business has grown. I would like to thank everyone at Wincanton for their support and wish them every success for the future."              

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About Wincanton 

Wincanton is a leading British supply chain solutions company. The Group provides business critical services including storage, handling and distribution; high volume eFulfilment; retailer 'dark stores'; two-person home delivery; fleet and transport management; and network optimisation for many of the UK's best known companies.

It is active across a range of markets including food and consumer goods; retail and manufacturing; eCommerce; the public sector; major infrastructure; building materials; fuel; and defence. With almost 100 years' heritage, Wincanton's 20,000-strong team operates from more than 200 sites across the country, utilising 3,500 vehicles.

For further information please contact:

Wincanton plc                                                              Tel: +44 1249 710 000

Lyn Colloff, Company Secretary

Company.secretary@wincanton.co.uk 

Headland                                                                     Tel: +44 20 3805 4822

Susanna Voyle/ Henry Wallers

E: wincanton@headlandconsultancy.com