Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Transport Partner in Scunthorpe
Clugston Survey Services has been a cornerstone of the UK transport industry since 1922, delivering specialist road tanker and general distribution solutions across the UK and Europe. Our expertise spans bulk powder and fuel distribution, steel haulage, silo evacuation, and commercial vehicle maintenance, supported by a modern fleet and a team of highly trained professionals. With a heritage rooted in innovation and customer service, we maintain rigorous health and safety standards while prioritising environmental responsibility. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through decades of industry leadership, partnerships with major manufacturers like Van Hool, and recognition as one of the UK's most respected transport brands.We invest continuously in cutting-edge technology, including friction welding techniques for silo tippers, to ensure operational efficiency and client satisfaction. As part of Clugston International, we extend our expertise to global markets while maintaining our family-owned ethos. Our dedicated workforce, including specialists in abnormal load transportation, delivers tailored logistics solutions with a focus on reliability and safety. This combination of tradition, technical advancement, and customer-centric service positions us as a trusted partner for diverse industrial sectors.
Services
Bulk Powder Distribution
Bulk Fuel Transport
Commercial Vehicle Maintenance
Steel Haulage
Silo Evacuation
International Transport
Special Movements
Fleet Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1922
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in industrial transport solutions
- Our modern fleet includes 44-tonne multi-compartment tankers and specialist equipment
- We provide full commercial vehicle maintenance services in North Lincolnshire
- Our team includes abnormal load specialists operating across UK and Europe
- We use innovative friction welding technology in silo tipper manufacturing
Services
Bulk Powder Distribution
We specialise in bulk powder transportation for industrial clients using our modern fleet of food-grade tankers. Our services cover both full and part-load deliveries across the UK and Europe. With dedicated silo tipping tanks and experienced operators, we ensure safe and efficient handling of powder materials for manufacturing and processing sectors.
Bulk Fuel Distribution
Our 44-tonne, 6-compartment tankers with pump discharge capability deliver bulk fuel across the UK. The lightweight pet reg tractor units ensure efficient fuel transportation while meeting environmental standards. We serve commercial clients requiring reliable fuel supply chain solutions with safety-certified drivers.
Commercial Vehicle Maintenance
We provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services for all commercial vehicle makes in North Lincolnshire. Our workshop supports fleet operators with scheduled servicing, breakdown repairs, and technical diagnostics. The service covers both Clugston-owned vehicles and third-party commercial fleets.
Silo Evacuation
Using specialist food-grade tankers with silo tipping capabilities, we offer silo evacuation services for powder storage facilities. Our equipment removes residual materials safely and hygienically, preventing contamination and maintaining storage efficiency. The service supports food processing and industrial manufacturing clients.
Special Movements
Our expert team handles abnormal load transportation across the UK and Europe. We manage permits, route planning, and specialist equipment for oversized cargo. With experienced personnel and purpose-built vehicles, we transport challenging loads while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
People
David Millard
Managing Director
David Millard brings extensive transport industry experience to his role as Managing Director. With a career spanning decades in logistics leadership, he drives Clugston's strategic direction while maintaining focus on operational excellence and customer service standards.
Nigel Graham
Fleet Manager
Nigel Graham has dedicated 34 years to Clugston Survey Services, overseeing fleet operations with expertise. His deep understanding of transport logistics and vehicle maintenance ensures efficient fleet management across the company's diverse operations in North Lincolnshire.
Paul Heeley
Senior Operations Manager
Paul Heeley contributes 30 years of specialist knowledge to Clugston's operations. His expertise in bulk transportation and safety compliance supports the company's commitment to quality service delivery and regulatory adherence across its UK and European routes.
Questions
What transport services do you offer?
We provide bulk powder and fuel distribution, steel haulage, silo evacuation, abnormal load transportation, and commercial vehicle maintenance across the UK and Europe.
How long have you been in business?
Clugston has operated in the transport industry since 1922, making us one of the UK's longest-established transport providers with a heritage of innovation.
Do you have specialist equipment?
Yes, our fleet includes 44-tonne multi-compartment tankers, silo tippers with friction welding technology, and vehicles for abnormal load transportation across Europe.
Where are you based?
Our registered office is in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, with operational bases supporting our nationwide and European transport services.
Do you offer maintenance services?
We provide full commercial vehicle maintenance and repair services for all makes in the North Lincolnshire region, supporting both our and client fleets.
