Pretty much every product you see on your day-to-day travels found its way to its ideal location as a result of road haulage. Everything from the coffee in our cups to the bricks that make up our homes benefited from haulage.
Haulage is the backbone of the British economy, responsible for moving 98% of all food, agricultural and consumer products, according to the Road Haulage Association (RHA) Manifesto.
At first glance, you’d associate haulage with larger businesses, given the size of the trucks involved. But in actuality, haulage is a versatile tool that businesses of all shapes and sizes can take advantage of!
Looking for reliable transport solutions to meet your road haulage requirements? Or dipping your toes into haulage for the first time? John K. Philips is here to help. Contact a member of the team to discuss your logistics requirements, or keep reading to learn more.
Which Industries Use Road Haulage Services?
Manufacturing & Industrial Sectors
One of the most essential industries to utilise road haulage, those in the manufacturing and industrial sectors take a two-pronged approach when it comes to moving goods; They need haulage to move both the raw materials and the finished products.
These businesses need a haulage provider they can trust if they’re to avoid delays and production line stoppages. Without proper haulage, those in engineering, automotive, textiles (and countless customers as a result) and more come to a grinding halt.
Retail & E-Commerce
There’s still a giant need for traditional high-street replenishment, which is why there are thousands of trucks on British roads delivering goods to your favourite stores at any given time.
But the needs of e-commerce businesses have definitely heightened the demand, both in terms of volume and time taken. With so many items being hauled consistently, it’s understandable to assume businesses that can’t compete with the “big boys” wouldn’t be able to use such services.
All isn’t lost, though. Palletised distribution can be a cost-effective way for smaller retailers to move goods without the need for a full truckload (LTL vs FTL).
Construction & Infrastructure
High-volumes of timber, steel, aggregates and heavy plant machinery aren’t the easiest items to get from A to B. Not just from a size and weight perspective, but from a safety perspective, too.
That’s why those in these areas of expertise should only lean on the most experienced, trusted road haulage companies, like John K. Philips.
With on-site delivery options and ironclad timeframes and tracking to keep projects moving in the right direction, we’re an easy choice.
Food, Drink & Agriculture
Even with all the advances in food technology and preservatives, perishability remains a serious issue if certain foodstuffs don’t arrive on-time and in a reasonable condition.
Thankfully, the introduction of temperature-controlled transport was a massive help in keeping meat, dairy and many other examples of food and drink at optimal temperatures throughout their journey, prolonging their lifespan and keeping company losses low.
Haulage also plays an invaluable role in transporting livestock between farms and slaughterhouses, keeping the country’s meat suppliers ahead of the game.
Are Small Businesses Suitable for Road Haulage?
Let’s bust this myth right now: Haulage is not only for “blue-chip” companies.
SMEs can use haulage services for everything, from one-off shipments and office moves to growing their distribution network without the overhead of taking on an entire fleet.
If you’re an SME looking into haulage services for your business, here are a few reasons why doing so (and choosing John K. Philips as your partner) will be a wise choice:
Expertise: Our team holds ADR training and specialised licences, allowing us to move a multitude of goods.
Transport Cost Efficiency: With John K. Philips, you can avoid the costs of hiring your own trucks and drivers. And our competitive prices are hard to beat!
Technology: Real-time tracking, route optimisation and planning offer you exceptional clarity and peace of mind.
Sustainability: Efficient route planning and green warehousing can help cut your carbon footprint.
Choose a Professional Team like John K. Philips for All Your Road Transport Needs
Ready to embrace industry-standard haulage that’ll change your business operations for the better? John K. Philips is here for you.
Our extensive fleet and experienced drivers are ready and waiting to meet your transport requirements. Whether you’re transporting goods on a large scale (possibly via container transport?) or if you’re just in need of urgent deliveries, we’ve got you covered. Offering nationwide coverage, we’ll help you get your business items where they need to go, even during peak periods.
Plus, as we’re fully insured, you can bet we’ll be able to meet all regulatory compliance, helping you tick all the legal boxes you need to have goods moved quickly, safely and by the book.
Get in touch with a member of the team today, and we’d be happy to discuss your options!