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Big delays as Amtrak calls in administrators
Friday, 29 August 2008
Hundreds of wine distributors and merchants suffered a blow as Amtrak courier firm fell into administration this week causing delays to deliveries across the UK, writes Shirley Webb.

Ernst and Young administrators have been appointed. Up to 900 jobs are at risk following the West Midland firm's demise. Amtrak specialises in national and international parcel freight, with a dedicated WineTrak arm to handle fragile packages.

"Amtrak has found trading in the current economic climate challenging. It is a business led by consumer demand and ...
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