General Haulage
Reliable, Cost-Effective General Haulage Across the UK
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Direct Transportation provides reliable, cost-effective general haulage solutions across the UK, supported by a modern fleet. All vehicles are satellite-tracked, giving our customers real-time visibility, improved efficiency, and dependable delivery performance.
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Flexible Fleet to Meet Every Requirement
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Our fleet includes a flexible mix of 13.5-metre curtain-sided and flatbed trailers, all plated for maximum weight. This allows us to support a wide range of freight requirements, from full loads to specialist and time-critical movements.
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Easy Online Booking with Advanced IT Systems
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Using our advanced in-house IT systems, customers can book haulage online, saving time and resources. The system is simple to use and available to businesses of all sizes, offering streamlined booking and efficient transport management.
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Dedicated and Managed Haulage Services
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We provide dedicated and managed haulage services for time-sensitive operations, delivering into Amazon fulfilment centres and major National Distribution Centres (NDCs) throughout the UK. We also offer spot hire and tailored solutions for campaigns, peak periods, and project-based work.
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Safety and Compliance at the Forefront
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All vehicles are FORS registered and fitted with the latest Direct Vision safety technology, ensuring full compliance with current legislation while maintaining high safety and environmental standards.
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Scalable Freight Management for Peak Demand
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Our Freight Management division enables us to scale quickly during periods of increased demand, using a trusted network of approved haulage partners to maintain service reliability without compromise.
Specialist Transport
Specialist Transport for Construction and Manufacturing
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Direct Transportation delivers specialist transport solutions for the construction and manufacturing industries, supported by a modern fleet of specialist equipment and highly trained, fully certificated drivers. With decades of operational experience, we provide safe, compliant, and efficient transport for complex and heavy-duty requirements.
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HIAB Lorries for Precision Lifting
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Our specialist fleet includes HIAB lorries with lifting capacities of up to 10 tonnes and reaches of up to 22 metres, enabling precision lifting and on-site delivery.
Step Frame and Low Loader Trailers for Oversized Loads
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We also operate extendable step frame and low loader trailers, plated to carry loads of up to 30 tonnes, making them ideal for oversized, abnormal, and heavy machinery transport.
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​Car Transporter Services Nationwide
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In addition, we can now supply car transporter services for the secure and reliable movement of vehicles, supporting manufacturers, dealerships, construction projects, and specialist campaigns nationwide.
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Safety and Compliance You Can Trust
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All vehicles are FORS registered and fitted with the latest Direct Vision and forward vision safety technology, ensuring full compliance with current legislation and maintaining the highest safety standards across every operation.
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Fully Managed Project Services
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For complex movements, our fully managed service includes site visits, detailed lifting plans, movement order applications, and end-to-end project management, giving customers complete confidence from initial planning through to final delivery.
