Established in 1929, W. Carter (Haulage) Limited now runs a fleet of over 250 vehicles based at seven strategically placed depots throughout the country. The company prides itself on the quality of industry knowledge and expertise gained over nearly 80 years in the road haulage business.

W.Carter (Haulage) Ltd

In the beginning W. Carter was a specialist local produce haulier, but being a near neighbour of the Port of Felixstowe, the company was able to observe and take advantage of the expansion of containerisation, which quickly became he mainstay of their business.

W. Carter's strong financial background has enabled it to keep up with market trends and take advantage of the enormous strides in information technology and modern management techniques. This in turn means the company is able to retain its lead in competitive pricing whilst continuously improving service to customers.

Together with its modern and well-maintained fleet, W. Carter (Haulage) Ltd. has depots at other key ports and motorway hubs with dedicated local fleets and 24-hour security. This network gives cost effective speed and reliability of service nation-wide.

Company Services

Computerised Vehicle Tracking

  • Advanced bespoke transport computer system capable of EDI links with customers

Reporting Analysis

  • Computerised reporting analysis of customers' traffic and equipment flows

Storage and repair

  • UK container manufacture, storage and repair facilities

Liveried vehicles

  • Customer liveried vehicles can be supplied to enhance branding and corporate image

Contract managing

  • Professional and experienced staff at key focal points or in-house co-ordinators to assist in managing customer contracts

Trained drivers

  • ADR and explosive trained drivers

Experienced personnel

  • Fully trained professional and experienced personnel at all points of contact

Extensive trailer fleet

  • Extensive owned trailer fleet, including tipper chassis, tank trailers and STGO 1-3 low loaders