EV Cargo company Palletforce has become the first pallet network to offer a next-day service to the Isle of Wight with the addition of Hampshire-based Steve Porter Transport.
Providing express transport services to businesses in central southern England and the Isle of Wight from depots on the island and in Southampton and Portsmouth, Steve Porter Transport will also cover selected PO postcodes and the Channel Islands for the Palletforce network.
The company is the Isle of Wight’s largest independent freight carrier, having acquired ferry operator Red Funnel’s distribution division in 2011, and offers a bespoke cross-Solent drop-trailer operation from Southampton to East Cowes.
The 13th additon to the Palletforce network in 2019, it has more than 70 full-time staff and operates a fleet of 40 vehicles and 80 trailers. In August this year it became part of fellow Palletforce member Knights of Old’s portfolio.
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Commented Michael Conroy, Palletforce CEO: “As recent winners of the National Business award for enabling business, our strategy is firmly focused on developing growth opportunities and the highest levels of quality service for our members and their customers. The addition of Steve Porter Transport is a huge asset and provides our members with yet another market advantage and marks a year where we’ve added more members than ever before to ensure Palletforce remains the market-leader.
“As part of EV Cargo, Palletforce offers members long-term stability, enabling further growth with the support of the best technology, infrastructure and range of delivery services in the sector.”
Added Malcolm Gibson, Steve Porter Transport MD: “We are delighted to be part of the Palletforce network which is so proactive in terms of investment, technology and support for its members. We look forward to growing our existing business by taking advantage of the opportunities Palletforce provides.”
