Amazon Fulfillment Center NCL1 Gateshead, UK

The Amazon NCL1 fulfillment center, located at Follingsby Park South, Gateshead, is a key inbound site serving the North East of England. With extended daily operating hours and dedicated loose unloading docks, NCL1 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 NCL1 at a Glance

• FC Code: NCL1

• Full Address: Amazon NCL1 Follingsby Lane Follingsby Park South Gateshead Tyne & Wear NE10 8YA United Kingdom

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

• GLN Code: 5450534024334

• Pallet Exchange: No

• Deep Sea Imports: No

• Slip Sheet Unloading: No

Strategic Location

Situated in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NCL1 benefits from its position near the A194(M) and A1(M) motorways, providing excellent connectivity to Newcastle, Sunderland, and the wider North East region. Its location also allows for efficient access to the Port of Tyne, making it a strategic hub for both domestic and import flows. For Amazon’s FBA sellers and carriers, NCL1 offers a reliable entry point into the UK supply chain, ensuring fast turnaround and consistent service levels.

Operational Specifications for NCL1

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

• Receiving Hours:

  • Sunday – Saturday:

    • 08:00 – 18:30

    • 19:00 – 05:30

• 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