Archbold Logistics

read moreNot many people realise this, but in 2019 Archbold turned 100 years old. Over the last century, we've endured two world wars, the Great Depression, nationalisation, industrial unrest in the 1970s, and the infamous 2008 Credit Crunch. Yet here we still are! Not only did we survive such tough economic times - we thrived, with our reputation that much stronger, and our history that much richer. I believe that's something clients and colleagues alike can rightly feel proud of, and certainly worth commemorating.

read moreOur customers are not made to be responsible for paying for round trip mileage for their deliveries. This business perspective enables us to be more financially competitive. We take the responsibility of ensuring that vehicles return loaded and that enough equipment is available to cover all requirements whilst still providing a next day delivery service. This flexibility and highly attractive approach enables us to deliver cost savings to you our customer together with the high levels of service expected from the Archbold brand and our dedicated fleet shipping solution.

read moreIn an unprecedented move headed by the Association of Pallet Networks (APN), the networks have joined forces to offer their services for the express distribution of critical emergency and food supplies. Between them they have 30,000 employees, over 750 depots, and offer 100 per cent national coverage by postcode. As member of the Palletforce network, Archbold Logistics is a leading distribution specialist within its own region, with knowledge of local distribution centres, essential businesses, hospitals and community hubs.

read moreThis statement is made pursuant to s.54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps that Archbold Logistics has taken and is continuing to take to ensure that modern slavery or human trafficking is not taking place within our business or supply chain. Modern slavery encompasses slavery, servitude, human trafficking and forced labour. Archbold Logistics has a zero tolerance approach to any form of modern slavery. We are committed to acting ethically and with integrity and transparency in all business dealings and to putting effective systems and controls in place to safeguard against any form of modern slavery taking place within the business or our supply chain.

read moreOur story begins at the turn of the last century with young John Frederick Archbold. Aged just 16 he fled the family to fight in the Boer War in South Africa. Like so many other boys, John lied about his age to enlist and serve king and country. He was also a wilful character, fleeing to the other side of the world when travel was all but impossible for most people. John Archbold and two officer friends bought a Steam Sentinel truck or two at an army auction. A Sentinel's gross weight was eight tons (compared with today's 44 tonne modern trucks) and looked something like the one pictured.

read moreArchbold provides a 'better than dedicated' logistics solution. Our customers enjoy the benefit of a fleet operation without having to bear the full cost of a dedicated fleet at times of reduced output. Archbold offers a punctual, stress-free and cost-effective pallet distribution service. It is our priority to ensure that your products arrive with your customer in the condition you both expect. Archbold combine flexibility, quality and reliability with attractive rates and we believe this makes us a natural choice for next day full/part load and multi-drop logistics solutions.

read moreIncreasingly, the outsourced warehousing and distribution services that Archbold Logistics offer are in high demand. Archbold Logistics are able to play a key role in this through our "one stop shop" service that extends from greeting deliveries to delivering hand-picked orders to clients. We have significant experience in all aspects of warehouse logistics, and we work in partnership with our customers to supply warehousing services that add value to their business. We can provide you with a complete end to end service including collection of goods, warehousing/storage and onward delivery to your customers.