Press Release - 29th April 22, 2009

A GATESHEAD haulage company has announced a major partnership with one of the UK’s biggest palletised transport delivery networks, Palletforce.The news is a significant step forward for Gazelle Transport Services, based at Follingsby Park, which is now looking to increase its customer base as it joins the palletised distribution network.

The new partnership brings together the might of a successful European palletised distribution network and the high quality services offered by Gazelle Transport.“Now we are the complete package, a one stop shop for haulage solutions,” said managing director Ray Taylor.Welcoming the announcement, Mr Taylor added: “We have always developed the company to meet the needs of our customers and this is an important part of our growth.

The partnership will enhance the services we can offer as we drive our business forward in 2009.

“Previously, we concentrated on air, sea and European land freight but we had not offered next day and 48 hour delivery. The partnership with Palletforce means that we can now offer our customers every service they require. We are a true one stop shop,” he said.

The 18-year-old company operates a fleet of 17 vehicles, including transit vans and artics, from its 35,000 sq ft base in Gateshead, and employs 38 members of staff.

“We joined Palletforce because it is a member-based network – so everyone has a stake in its success and therefore a desire to deliver a high quality service,” said Mr Taylor.

Gazelle Transport joins around 100 other transport depots across the UK who make up the powerful Palletforce distribution network. Together they serve thousands of customers – which include major brands and well-known high street retailers.Gazelle Transport will operate in Palletforce’s SR and DH postcode areas.

Michael Conroy, CEO of Palletforce, said: “Gazelle Transport is a well-established company with exacting standards and will be an important addition to the network.”

The company is joining the distribution network at a particularly exciting time – as Palletforce has recently moved into its new £30 million distribution hub in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire.

The state-of-the-art hub will enable the Palletforce network to offer faster delivery turnaround and an unrivalled transport distribution operation.

Press Release -  18th March, 2009

Palletforce, one of the UK’s leading pallet distribution networks, has clinched a major award for excellence in the transport industry. The prestigious accolade has been given by The Institute of Transport Management (ITM) and officially recognises Palletforce as the best network in the business sector.

Philip Leung, from the ITM, said the title had been awarded following thorough research into the current market and positive reports from within the Institute’s membership. He said: “At a time when many businesses involved in logistics are struggling to counter the pressures associated with the downturn in the economy, Palletforce, by virtue of the esprit de corps which characterises its fellowship, plus its adherence to the highest standards of customer care, is going from strength to strength." “New partnership agreements are announced weekly as more businesses express their desire to be part of this success story. With the new hub development at Burton-on-Trent, Palletforce has demonstrated that it has the resources to carry through investments in expansion while others are fighting for survival in the recession. In light of the capabilities engendered by the new centre, Palletforce is in an excellent position to pursue further success in the palletised distribution market.”

The Institute bestowed the accolade of ‘Logistics Pallet Supplier 2009’ after judging Palletforce as offering exceptional services to its clients and having an outstanding business ethos.

Key areas were taken into account including:

• Range of services
• Growth and achievement
• IT and innovation
• Quality of management
• Specialist services
• Geographical reach
• Customer service

The announcement reinforces Palletforce’s position as a leading palletised distribution network and the company is set to continue its success after moving to a £30million distribution Hub early in 2009.

Michael Conroy, Palletforce Chief Executive Officer, welcomed the award, saying: “This is an exciting year for our network – and this award recognises the hard work of all our staff and network members. Palletforce has a fine reputation for providing high quality express freight delivery services and we are striving to build on our success with the latest technology and the very best facilities in the sector."

“At the start of 2009 we moved into our purpose-built £30million Hub which ensures we are well positioned to offer the very best services out there – in terms of quality, flexibility, cost and efficiency. It is also the strength of our membership that gives us our success and we will continue to build on this. "

"The award is testament to the member owned network principle, which drives quality and ensures we have common goals and objectives. I extend my congratulations to all our members for their continued efforts at keeping us at the forefront of a highly competitive sector.”

Palletforce is a ‘driving force’ in the palletised transport sector.

Press Release -  27th February, 2009 

EVTS Overnight Deliveries has announced a major partnership with one of the UK’s biggest palletised transport delivery networks, Palletforce.

The news is a significant step forward for the family-run company, based in Lancashire, which is now looking to increase its customer base as it joins the palletised distribution network.

The new partnership brings together the might of a successful UK and European palletised delivery network and the high quality customer-focused services offered by EVTS.

Welcoming the announcement, Stephen Vallance of EVTS said: “This is an important part of our growth and will enhance the services we can offer as we drive our business forward in 2009.

“Becoming a member of Palletforce gives us the opportunity to increase our level of service and efficiency of our fleet. We can offer a full service to the area we operate in, which will benefit our existing and future customers.

“We were previously in a network but moved to Palletforce because it is obvious that they are moving forward and is the best network to be in.  It is a member-based network – so everyone has a stake in its success and therefore a desire to deliver a high quality service.”

Becoming part of Palletforce will bring exciting new opportunities for EVTS, which has more than 30 vehicles in its fleet, from 3.5 tonne vans to 44 tonne artics, which operate from its base in Poulton, Blackpool.

The company will be joining around 100 other transport operators across the UK who make up the powerful Palletforce distribution network. Together they serve thousands of customers – which include major brands and well-known high street retailers.

EVTS will operate in Palletforce’s FY and PR postcode areas, covering Preston and the Fylde coast.

Michael Conroy, CEO of Palletforce, said: “EVTS Overnight Deliveries is a well-established company with exacting standards and will be an important addition to the network.”

For more information contact EVTS Overnight Deliveries on 01253 899500 or email This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

Press Release - 25th February, 2009

A BEDFORDSHIRE haulage company, which continues to expand despite the recession, is hoping for even greater things under a new partnership.

Daily Nationwide Distribution (DND) Ltd has announced a major partnership with one of the UK’s biggest palletised distribution networks, Palletforce.

The news is a significant step forward for the privately owned company, with a southern depot in Leighton Buzzard, which is already delivering goods to well known high street names.

The new partnership brings together the might of a successful European palletised distribution network and the high quality services offered by DND Ltd.

Welcoming the announcement, DND managing director David McDonald said: “This is an important part of our growth and will enhance the services we can offer as we drive our business forward in 2009’.

“We were previously in a network, but moved to Palletforce because it is a member-based network – so everyone has a stake in its success and therefore a desire to deliver a high quality service.”

Becoming part of Palletforce will bring exciting new opportunities for DND Ltd, for both its southern and northern depot, which is based in Widnes on Merseyside.

“Our business is almost equally split between London/ Home Counties, and the North West, giving us a sound customer base. We also offer warehousing and office space at both sites” added Mr McDonald.

DND Ltd serves more than 100 companies storing and delivering a diverse range of goods from wood products, dry food, toiletries, machinery, plastics, packaging, paper goods, agricultural products and non-hazardous chemicals.

The company was formed in 1987 and will be joining around 100 other transport depots across the UK who make up the powerful Palletforce distribution network. Together they serve thousands of customers – which include major brands and well-known high street retailers.

DND Ltd will operate in Palletforce’s MK postcode area, covering Milton Keynes and Bedford.

Michael Conroy, CEO of Palletforce, said: “Daily Nationwide Distribution Ltd is a well-established company with exacting standards and will be an important addition to the network.”

For more information please contact DND Ltd on 01525 370888 or visit www.dnd.co.uk 

Press Release - 23rd February,  2009

A LEADING international logistics specialist is celebrating after forming a major partnership with one of the UK’s biggest palletised distribution networks.

Simarco International Limited, based in Witham, Essex, has become a member of palletised transport delivery network, Palletforce.

The news is a significant step forward for the company, which has developed its operation from a small office above a Chinese restaurant, to become one of the UK’s top European distribution and pick and pack warehouse operators. 

Welcoming the announcement, director and owner Simon Reed said: “This is an excellent opportunity for Simarco to move forward and grow as a company.

“We chose to become part of Palletforce as we wanted to be part of a shareholder network – where all members have a stake in its success.

“Palletforce is considered to be one of the best networks in the business, with a great reputation, a huge coverage, and very little migration of members.

“We are excited to be part of such a marvellous operation.”

Founded in 1997 Simarco began as an export and groupage company targeting the Portuguese and Spanish markets.

Despite starting without any trucks, the company has grown an impressive UK distribution network, operating a fleet of vehicles out of its four sites at Essex, Wellingborough, Liverpool and Manchester.

Simarco will operate in Palletforce’s CM and SS postcodes covering the Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea areas.

Michael Conroy, CEO of Palletforce, said: “Simarco is a well-established company with exacting standards and will be an important addition to the network.”

For more information contact Simarco on 01376 501 110 or visit  www.simarco.com