Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Haulage and Logistics Solutions Across the UK
Established in 1996, Handtrans has evolved from a single-truck operation into a comprehensive haulage and logistics provider serving businesses nationwide. Our growth reflects a commitment to customer-centric solutions, expanding into groupage, multi-drop deliveries, warehousing, and full distribution services. Since our founding by Melvin Hand, we have invested in larger premises, a modern fleet, and a 40,000 sq ft warehouse facility. In 2022, leadership transitioned to Luke Hand and Kieran Repton, ushering in a new era of innovation while maintaining family values. Our telematics-enabled fleet and smart route planning ensure timely deliveries, supported by decades of industry expertise.We serve over 100 repeat clients, including PLCs, freight forwarders, and government agencies, offering tailored transport solutions that address logistical challenges. Our membership in Palletforce and Palletways networks enhances our nationwide and European distribution capabilities. Customer satisfaction remains our priority, measured by reliability, efficiency, and proactive service. We balance competitive pricing with uncompromised quality, ensuring your logistics budget works effectively. Our team combines tradition with innovation, delivering proven, scalable solutions for time-critical and complex distribution needs.
Services
Full Loads
Part Loads
Pallet Distribution
Warehousing
Storage Handling
Import/Export Services
Next Day Delivery
Tail Lift Deliveries
Economy Services
European Distribution
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of logistics experience.
- Our telematics-enabled fleet ensures on-time deliveries.
- We provide tailored transport solutions for businesses of all sizes.
- Our team is proactive and committed to first-time accuracy.
- We balance competitive rates with uncompromised quality.
What people say
Efficient collection and delivery
Quick and responsive POD
Knowledgeable and skilled team
Polite and helpful staff
Reliable company
Services
Full Loads
Our articulated vehicles deliver large consignments nationwide. Direct transit ensures punctual service for contract or multi-drop runs. Clients benefit from consistent quality and reliability, ideal for time-sensitive or high-volume shipments.
Part Loads
Cost-effective solutions for smaller shipments using 26t curtain-sided vehicles. We consolidate part loads without compromising service, offering savings while maintaining delivery timelines and cargo security.
Pallet Distribution
Leveraging Palletforce and Palletways networks for nationwide and European pallet distribution. Services include next-day, timed, and economy options with tail lift capabilities and full tracking visibility.
Warehousing
Secure 40,000 sq ft facility near Immingham docks for palletised and non-palletised goods. Offers pick-and-pack, labelling, and onward movement services, supporting import/export operations to Scandinavia and Benelux markets.
Express Distribution
Time-critical transport solutions for priority shipments. Utilises dedicated vehicles and optimised routing to meet tight deadlines, ensuring goods arrive when and where needed across the UK mainland.
People
Kieran Repton
Managing Director
Kieran leads business operations and strategic growth, focusing on efficiency and customer relationships. He develops services that deliver measurable value, combining commercial awareness with operational expertise.
Luke Hand
Managing Director
Luke oversees transport operations with 20+ years in logistics. As founder Melvin Hand's son, he blends tradition with innovation, ensuring reliable, forward-thinking solutions for clients.
Paul Thompson
Pallet Network Manager
Paul manages pallet network operations, ensuring efficient handling and routing. His focus on network performance guarantees seamless, on-time deliveries for customers using Palletforce and Palletways services.
Brad Smith
Warehouse Operations
Brad oversees the 40,000 sq ft facility, ensuring safe and organised handling of goods. He manages dispatch processes for palletised and bespoke consignments, maintaining operational efficiency.
Simon Mumby
Distribution Manager
Simon controls groupage operations, optimising fleet efficiency for economy and service. He manages 26T tail-lift vehicles, ensuring cost-effective and timely deliveries for part-load consignments.
Questions
What services does Handtrans offer?
Handtrans provides full and part-load transport, pallet distribution via Palletforce and Palletways, warehousing, storage, and import/export logistics. Services include next-day deliveries, tail-lift support, and European distribution.
Do you handle international shipments?
Yes, we specialise in import/export logistics to Scandinavia, Benelux, and Ireland via Immingham docks. Our networks support European pallet distribution and time-critical international deliveries.
What areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide across the UK mainland and offer services to Scandinavia, Benelux, Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland through our distribution networks and dedicated fleet.
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