Amazon Fulfillment Center CWL1 Swansea, UK

The Amazon CWL1 fulfillment center, located at Ffordd Amazon, Crymlyn Burrows, Swansea SA1 8QX, is one of Amazon’s inbound hubs in Wales. With two daily operating shifts, CWL1 ensures that inbound shipments are processed efficiently and distributed across the UK. For suppliers and carriers, adhering to the operational standards of this facility is essential to avoid delays and guarantee smooth deliveries.

Amazon CWL1 at a Glance

• FC Code: CWL1

• Full Address: Amazon CWL1 Ffordd Amazon Crymlyn Burrows Swansea SA1 8QX United Kingdom

• Booking System: All inbound shipments must be registered via Amazon Carrier Central

• GLN Code: 5450534001014

• Pallet Exchange: No

• Deep Sea Imports: No

• Slip Sheet Unloading: No

Strategic Location

Situated in Swansea, South Wales, CWL1 benefits from its proximity to the M4 motorway, providing excellent connectivity to Cardiff, Bristol, and the wider South West of the UK. Its location makes it a strategic hub for both domestic and regional shipments, supporting Amazon’s ability to balance inbound and outbound flows across the UK. For Amazon’s FBA sellers and carriers, CWL1 offers a reliable and well-connected entry point into the supply chain.

Operational Specifications for CWL1

• Booking and Hours: Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance via Carrier Central.

• Receiving Hours (per Excel):

  • Monday – Sunday:

    • 08:00 – 18:30

    • 19:00 – 05:30

• Vehicle Requirements:

  • Loose Loaded Parcels: Sprinters and transit vans accepted

  • Palletised Deliveries: 7.5-tonne vehicles, articulated vehicles, swap bodies accepted

  • Private Vehicles: Not permitted for inbound deliveries

  • Other Accepted Vehicles: Flatbed trucks, vehicles under 7.5 tonnes, drag & drop trailers, double-deck trailers, tail lifts

• Cargo Preparation:

  • Pallet Type: Standard EURO pallets (120x80 cm)

  • Height Limits:

    • Single Pallet: max 1.8m

    • Double Stacked: max 3.0m (including pallet height)

  • Labelling: Every item, carton, and pallet must carry a valid FNSKU or shipping label

  • Wrapping: Pallets must be stable, shrink-wrapped, and transparent to meet Amazon’s inbound safety requirements