Business Details
38 Years
experience
Reliable Haulage & Logistics Services
Established in the late 1980s, M P Burke Transport has built a reputation for quality-driven haulage and logistics solutions across the UK. Our family-run business combines over 30 years of industry experience with a commitment to maintaining a modern fleet and secure storage facilities. Headquartered in Paisley, we specialise in time-critical deliveries for food and drink producers while offering groupage, warehousing, and freight forwarding services. Our founder's resilience through early challenges established a foundation of reliability, now supported by a team of skilled mechanics and drivers.With eight vehicles operating nationwide and 70,000 sq ft of secure warehouse space, we prioritise equipment maintenance and professional presentation. Our accreditation with the Road Haulage Association underscores our adherence to industry standards, while our 25th-anniversary recognition as Scotland's Top Trailer Fleet highlights operational excellence. We maintain direct control over fleet servicing through in-house expertise, ensuring consistent service quality for clients ranging from whisky producers to international freight partners.
Services
General Road Haulage
Groupage & Logistics
Containerised Storage
Air Freight
Warehousing
Part Load Haulage
Container De-Stuffing
Freight Forwarding
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialist haulage experience
- Modern fleet maintained in-house by qualified mechanics
- Secure 70,000 sq ft warehouse facility
- Recognised as Scotland's Top Trailer Fleet
- Direct communication with managing director
Associations and certifications
- Road Haulage Association
Services
General Road Haulage
Specialist road haulage solutions for time-sensitive freight across the UK. Our modern fleet handles general cargo requirements with precision scheduling. Experienced drivers ensure timely deliveries for critical supply chains.
Groupage & Logistics
Cost-effective groupage services combining shipments to similar destinations. Ideal for non-urgent freight requiring proportional pricing based on space or weight. Secure logistics management for partial loads.
Warehousing
Secure 70,000 sq ft warehouse facility with firewalled compartments. Offers flexible storage from single pallets to large-scale inventory. Climate-controlled environment with 24/7 security monitoring.
Containerised Storage
Specialised container storage and management services. Includes loading/unloading assistance and secure container parking. Integrated with our haulage operations for seamless freight handling.
Air Freight
Comprehensive air freight forwarding solutions. Coordinated logistics for urgent international shipments. Combines ground transport with air cargo booking services for global deliveries.
People
Maurice Burke
Founder
Established the company after 12 years at Curtain Trailer Transport. Overcame early challenges including his son's illness while building the business. Qualified mechanic maintaining fleet standards.
Martin Burke
Managing Director
Qualified mechanic with Scania dealership training. Oversees daily operations after returning from MAN Trucks experience. Holds HGV class one license with technical fleet management expertise.
Questions
What areas do you cover for haulage services?
We operate throughout the UK mainland with regular services to Ireland and Denmark.
Do you offer storage solutions alongside transport?
Yes, we have 70,000 sq ft of secure warehouse space available for palletised goods.
How experienced is your transport team?
Our drivers have combined experience of over 30 years in the haulage industry.
Are your vehicles maintained to industry standards?
All equipment is maintained in-house by qualified mechanics to peerless presentation standards.
Can you handle time-sensitive deliveries?
Specialists in time-critical deliveries for food and drink producers across the UK.
