Simarco International: Proud to Call Stoke-on-Trent Home for Over 30 Years
Celebrating community, commitment, and the city’s centenary
As Stoke-on-Trent proudly celebrates its 100th birthday in 2025, marking a century since it was officially granted city status, there’s another local success story worth highlighting. Simarco International, a leading name in UK logistics, has been part of the Staffordshire landscape for over 30 years.
In December 2019, we marked a major milestone with the launch of our flagship 108,000 sq. ft. facility, operating 24/7 to support the ever-evolving demands of global trade. This strategic investment not only enhanced our capabilities but cemented our Stoke site as a key logistics hub for the North of England and the Midlands.
From European cross-dock services and air/ocean freight to courier, customs clearance, domestic transport, and 3PL solutions, our Stoke site plays a pivotal role in the Simarco network.
Supporting Local Business with Personalised Solutions
Our connection to Staffordshire goes well beyond our people, trucks, bricks and mortar – we work closely with many local businesses throughout the region, building lasting partnerships based on trust, reliability, and service. Whether it’s a small manufacturer looking to expand internationally, or a growing company, we pride ourselves on offering personal, tailored logistics solutions to meet their specific needs.
No two businesses are the same, our clients across Staffordshire benefit from the flexibility, attention to detail, and dedicated support that only a service-led logistics partner like Simarco can provide.
Powered by Local People
People are the driving force behind our success. We’re proud to be a customer-focused, service-led business that draws from the strength and experience of our local team. Many of our employees have been with us for decades, and their knowledge is passed on to new recruits and apprentices, helping to shape the next generation of logistics professionals.
Proud Members of the Chamber of Commerce
Our long-standing ties to the region are also reflected in our active membership with the Chamber of Commerce, where we work alongside other local businesses to strengthen the economy and build a thriving business community. Through this partnership, we stay connected, informed, and committed to collaborative growth and opportunity across Staffordshire and beyond.
Giving Back to the Community
At Simarco, being part of Stoke and the wider Staffordshire community means more than just doing business here, it means giving back. We are proud to be deeply involved in the local community, supporting a wide range of charities, causes and events throughout the year.
Our current charity partner, The Peter Pan Centre, provides essential care and education for children with special needs, a cause close to the hearts of our entire team.
We also proudly support other local organisations and individuals, including:
- Project Indi – championing inclusion and diversity
- Newcastle Wanderers Youth Squad – nurturing local sporting talent
- Circus Starr – the circus with a purpose
- The Macari Centre – providing shelter and hope for the homeless
- The Salvation Army – offering vital support to vulnerable individuals and families
- Ruby Moores – a local BMX star and proud Simarco sponsor, who recently achieved World Number 7 in her sport
These initiatives are more than just sponsorships, they are part of the Simarco way, a company-wide culture of giving, supporting, and being present in our community.
Looking Ahead
Simarco International is honoured to celebrate Stoke’s centennial alongside the city we call home. From expanding operations and creating jobs to supporting local charities and strengthening our partnerships with Staffordshire businesses, we’re proud of what we’ve built here, and we’re just getting started.
Here’s to the next exciting 100 years, and to continuing our journey, together.