LDV, the Birmingham-based specialist van manufacturer, has landed a major order worth pounds 4 million from national parcel company Business Express, it was confirmed yesterday.
Based at Drews Lane, it will supply Business Express with 200 3.5 tonne Convoy hi-loaders, boosting the parcel firm’s carrying capacity.
LDV has worked closely with Business Express for a number of years, formerly supplying the company with its Pilot range of vans.
However, a huge increase in Business Express’ third-party business has resulted in greater volumes of parcels being carried.
The company has a nationwide network of 33 depots, stretching from Lands End to the highlands of Scotland. It currently operates a 2,000-strong delivery fleet with 4,000 personnel, providing a home delivery service to its parent company, Littlewoods Retail Group.
Brian Weadon, national fleet engineering manager for Business Express, said: ‘The greater capacity of the Convoy enables our operations to increase parcel volume without increasing the number of vehicles within the fleet, compensating for any additional running costs.
‘It has also proved to be more economical in terms of vehicle downtime and maintenance costs.’
Alan Kain, LDV’s national fleet accounts manager, added: ‘LDV and Business Express share many of the same high standards.
‘I have worked with Business Express for nearly 20 years and have seen the company expand greatly during that time.
‘We are extremely proud to have shared such a rewarding relationship with Business Express for so many years, and believe this reflects our commitment to both supplying excellent product and customer service.’
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