Family-run Haulways is celebrating its 45th anniversary and gearing up for the future with a new generation at the helm.
The Oldbury-based haulier was formed in 1980 by Roy Jones and now his grandsons Rob and Adam Bowater, along with cousin Lee Jones, are preparing to take the wheel.
Rob said: “It’s 45 years now since my grandad Roy started the business and his son Keith joined the firm as soon as he was 19.
“My dad Dave Bowater then started here as a 17-year-old just after passing his driving test and became part of the family when he married Roy’s daughter.
“They went on to create a company that prides itself on quality service, exceptional efficiency and the highest level of professionalism and we’re all immensely proud of achieving that as a family-run outfit.
“Now my dad and uncle Keith are looking to pass on the baton to the next generation, so Adam and I have been tasked with taking things on and building on Haulways’ good name and reputation in the industry.”
Bowater added that they had both been working in the business since leaving school and Lee, who is Keith’s son, had recently come on board to help drive the business forward.
“It’s certainly exciting times but also a challenging prospect for us because there is a huge responsibility on us to continue delivering the very best for our clients and customers,” he added.
Haulways is an RHA member and has been part of the Pallet-Track network for 20 years. Stuart Godman, Pallet-Track chief executive, said: “Haulways is a terrific, family-run company with such a long and proud history and it’s been so rewarding working alongside them for so many years.
“We’re looking forward confidently to the future with them and continuing to partner together to share in the continued growth and success.”
