Amazon Fulfillment Center LCY3 Dartford, UK

The Amazon LCY3 fulfillment center, located at Unit 1, Powerhouse Drive, Dartford, is a key inbound site serving the Greater London and South East region. With multiple daily receiving windows and dedicated loose unloading docks, LCY3 is designed to handle high volumes of inbound freight efficiently. For suppliers and carriers, following the operational requirements of this facility is essential to ensure smooth deliveries and avoid costly delays.

Amazon LCY3 at a Glance

• FC Code: LCY3

• Full Address: Amazon LCY3 Unit 1, Powerhouse Drive Dartford DA1 5XU United Kingdom

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

• GLN Code: 5450534024310

• Pallet Exchange: No

• Deep Sea Imports: No

• Slip Sheet Unloading: No

Strategic Location

Situated in Dartford, Kent, LCY3 benefits from its proximity to the M25 orbital motorway and the Dartford Crossing, providing excellent connectivity to London, the South East, and beyond. Its location makes it a strategic hub for both domestic and import flows, with efficient access to the Port of Tilbury and London Gateway. For Amazon’s FBA sellers and carriers, LCY3 offers a reliable entry point into the UK supply chain, ensuring fast turnaround and consistent service levels.

Operational Specifications for LCY3

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

• Receiving Hours: Monday – Sunday (multiple shifts):

  • 08:00 – 10:30

  • 11:05 – 14:35

  • 15:10 – 18:30

  • 19:30 – 22:00

  • 22:35 – 02:05

  • 02:40 – 06:00

• Vehicle Requirements:

  • Loose Loaded Parcels: Sprinters and transit vans accepted; loose unloading supported (3 dock doors with boom conveyor)

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

  • Private Vehicles: Not permitted for inbound deliveries

  • Other Accepted Vehicles: Flatbed trucks, vehicles under 7.5 tonnes, drag & drop 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