Introduction

ABS Distribution has for many years operated a first class distribution service with a reputation for total quality at every stage.

Fleet Managers

Our fleet managers all have a wealth of experience in all aspects of distribution and despatch, and all hold certificates of professional competence. They also have an in-depth knowledge of our customers and our systems of working from planning to production to end user. This has helped to give our customers an efficient and consistently high service.

Fleet Drivers

As we are often your customer’s first point of contact we consider it of vital importance to convey the correct image – first time, on time and every time. This is achieved by regular discussion with our drivers to ensure quality and efficiency is maintained with all drivers working to a stringent code of safety and service standards.

Accessibility

With a distribution centre close to the A1, M1 & M62 we are ideally placed to service the nation’s major industrial areas. Also our close proximity to the east and west cost ports gives excellent service levels on export and import traffic.

Fleet Flexibility and Reliability

Our policy of running a late model and main dealer maintained fleet backed by the resources of a world leading manufacturer, means a rare breakdown record and the ability for complete legal requirements to be addressed promptly and efficiently, qualities our customers demand.

Fleet Vehicles and Trailers

With the following cross section of vehicles we are able to give the optimum equipment at the best cost to ensure the customer receives the transport solution to meet their needs:

• 2 tonne Pick-ups
• 4 tonne (7.5gvw) Flats
• 18 tonne Rigid-curtainsider-box
• 44 tonne articulated
• Trailers, Flat, Curtainsider, Box & Trombone to 20 metres

To meet requirements trailers can be:

• Load & Go
• Located at customer premises
• Timed collection and deliveries

Communications

All vehicles have mobile phones to ensure quick response to vehicle schedules, customer status information and late requests, and rescheduling.

Training

Training we believe is a vital part of a company approach to professionalism, vital in today’s markets. Our drivers receive training internally and externally covering:

               - Induction
               - Customer Compliance
               - Health and Safety
               - Vehicle Performance/Cost Analysis
               - Skill
               - ADR

In addition we have our own Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor.

Additions

In conjunction with ABS Packaging we are able to offer container stripping & repacking

Trade Groups

Membership of the Road Haulage Association, www.rha.net gives further benefits and gives us up to date information on all aspects of the distribution trade.