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Sameday Courier in Coventry takes on additional vehicles to cope with increased demand

With more contracts being taken on at an average rate of 6 per week and ad hoc work at unprecedented levels a Sameday Courier in Coventry, DEFENDA COURIERS have introduced a range of new vehicles to cope with the wide range of work it is being asked to undertake.

Whilst it is comparatively easy to take on vehicles for regular contract customers, who are able to indicate the type of goods to be transported, ad hoc enquiries can result in the need for a more diverse range of vans. We have therefore added another six vehicles ranging from Micro Vans for smaller deliveries through to Low Loaders capable of carrying 8 pallets (so long as weight limits allow). With one of the largest fleets amongst independent couriers and offering electronic proof of delivery along with fully tracked vehicles we should be your first choice for the delivery of your goods across the UK.

UK Mail Group Closing Pallet Business Sees Defenda Transport Picking Up New Clients

UK Mail Group’s decision to close its pallet business may leave many customers looking around for an alternative. Here at Defenda Transport & Logistics Ltd we are already taking on customers as a result of this decision.

We can provide a range of pallet delivery services to suit the needs of each individual customer. Whether you want a same day, dedicated vehicle delivery service for that time critical product or a standard next day or economy service through our pallet network, we are more than happy to talk to you about ensuring an easy transition from your current provider – even if that’s not UK Pallets.

City Link Failure Brings Surge In New Business For Another Coventry Courier

Defenda Couriers sees a surge in demand for its UK and International Parcel Delivery Service in the wake of the collapse of City Link, another Coventry based parcel company.

April Donnelly, ‘New Business Director’ at Defenda Couriers said: “We of course have very mixed feelings about the whole situation with regards to City Link. Whilst it is always nice to pick up extra parcel traffic, nobody wants it to be on the back of another company’s failure. Behind all the headlines there are thousands of lives around the country that will be adversely impacted by this failure. The decision to wind the company up will devastate many families but to do so on Christmas Day seems to have added insult to injury judging by comments we are hearing from ex-employees, owner drivers and previous City Link customers that we are speaking to.

As a company, Defenda Couriers had an unusual relationship with City Link – providing both drivers and vehicles to cover some of their routes and at the same time in direct competition with them for parcel customers here in Coventry and indeed throughout the rest of the UK”, She continued.

“Like many suppliers to them, we will be unlikely to receive payment for the services we provided. Unlike many however, as a larger company it will have a negligible impact on us. Sadly though, I understand it has already pushed some smaller businesses and owner drivers over the edge themselves”.

Express Courier Service In Coventry For Last Minute Christmas Deliveries

Micro Vans For Fast Economical Last Minute Pre-Chiristmas Deliveries

With Christmas fast approaching and the ‘Last Send By Dates’ for many of the national parcel carriers having passed, our Same Day or Next Day Express Courier Service means you can still get those urgent items delivered before Christmas. Even if your Christmas deliveries are all under control our express delivery services may be useful at any other time of year.

Defenda Couriers have a huge range of vehicles to suit the type of items you are sending. For small items, our Micro Vans will allow fuel efficient and economical delivery of your goods avoiding the need to use one of our extra Long Wheelbase Vehicles, which are also available for those larger bulkier things.

So, if you are desperate to ensure that pre-Christmas delivery to any mainland UK address and need Express Couriers in Coventry call us on Coventry 024 76 466000

Self Storage May Not Always Quite Deliver

Coventry self storage companies may well be the answer for customers seeking simply storage, but if you are looking for somebody to help with your storage and also the distribution of your products to customers both in the UK or to almost any other international destination then Defenda Transport & Logistics will almost certainly be a better choice.

Whilst Self Storage may offer the convenience of 24 hour access to your items – for those companies or individuals that are happy to work to our normal opening times and are really looking more for a partner that can help not only with storage but also with a host of other requirements such as ‘Picking & Packing’ and also the movement of your goods and products to customers throughout the UK then we will have an option to suit.

Whether you need things delivered on pallets, as parcels or loose loads in one of our many vehicles Defenda Couriers offer professional, reliable and extremely cost effective transport for numerous Coventry Companies from our Distribution Warehouse in the South West of the City.

In addition to pallet and warehouse storage – expert advice and the supply of any packaging your items require is available from the co-located Defendapack, who can supply either off-the-shelf or bespoke and custom made boxes, postal tubes or many other protective packaging items.

Our popular student luggage service which allows students to move items up to 30kg in weight between their homes and their digs for as little as £6.95 + Vat (£8.34 inc Vat) is an extremely efficient way of handling the start and end of term problem that can often involve the need to recruit parents. This is further enhanced with a student storage service, again at our Coventry warehouse.

Call a member of our team on Coventry 024 76 466000 for details on warehouse storage and fulfilment in Coventry.

If you are simply looking for information about our light transport, haulage, same day or next day courier services please visit the relevant page of this site or call us Mon-Fri from 8.30am to 5.30pm

Coventry Light Haulage & Courier Company Adds Curtain Side Luton Van To Fleet

Defenda Transport & Logistics Ltd have added a curtain sided Mercedes Luton Van to their fleet which already contains many Luton Vans with Tail Lifts.

The acquisition comes as part of the company’s determined efforts to provide an even more comprehensive range of distribution and delivery options to its rapidly increasing customer base.

The curtain sided version of the Mercedes Sprinter Luton allows the company to move goods that are long, or those that are loaded onto double pallets by permitting side loading of the goods. This can provide huge savings for customers by avoiding the need to upgrade their delivery to one of our 7.5 tonne or larger HGVs. Not only does it help save the customer money but can also offer many environmental advantages with transport being provided on a more fuel efficient vehicle.

If you are shippers of longer items which require double palleting or simply loading via the side of a vehicle – you may well find that our curtain sided Luton Van is the perfect solution to your transport needs. We may also be in a position to simplify any other delivery requirements you have from next day parcel delivery, same day dedicated vehicle or our groupage services. We can cover your multiple pallet deliveries on one of our heavy goods vehicles.

DTALL & Defenda Couriers are trading names of Defenda Transport & Logistics Ltd.
Call Coventry 024 76 466000 to discuss your transport & delivery needs.

Used Wooden Pallets For Sale From Courier & Light Haulage Company In Coventry

Defenda Transport & Logistics Ltd provides a full range of transport services around the UK including parcels, loose loads and goods on pallets.

Used Wooden Pallets At Our Coventry Distribution Centre

Like our parcel services pallets can be delivered on one of our own vehicles as either a dedicated vehicle delivery or as groupage with other customers goods on either a same day or designated day service. Alternatively we can put your pallet into a pallet network for next day or a two to three day service. This will usually be a cheaper option on single pallets but does involve additional movement of your palletised goods with a slight increase in potential damage to goods in transit.

To minimise risk of damage to palletised loads it is important to use sturdy pallets that even if not new are not damaged to the point of risking injury to handlers or to goods.

Defenda Transport & Logistics Ltd usually carry a range of used wooden pallets at our distribution centre on Torrington Avenue in Coventry.

For more info call us on 024 76 466000

NEED TO SEND CHRISTMAS PRESENTS TO FRIENDS & RELATIVES IN THE USA?

Next day delivery from just £12.00

Cheap Parcels To America

DEFENDA COURIERS can arrange for a parcel of 1/2 a kilo to be delivered to the States ON THE NEXT WORKING DAY for as little as £12.00. Larger & heavier items can also be sent VERY ECONOMICALLY but ultimately prices will be determined by size and/or weight – but rest assured, whatever the size and weight of your item you will be delighted by the savings you make when you ship with Defenda Couriers.

We are more than happy to discuss and price your United States deliveries, whether you are a business or just looking to find the most reliable & cheapest way to send parcels or presents to your family in America.

Call us on Coventry 024 76 466000 or email: info@defendacouriers.co.uk

Warehousing & Storage Is Not Just For Christmas

Warehousing & Storage

Defenda Transport & Logistics Ltd operate a range of vans and HGV’s to help customers across the UK cope with their supply commitments. Whether it is a regular scheduled delivery or a panic same day late notice job, we are nearly always able to respond to a clients urgent request in a vehicle suited to the task.

Items being shipped out directly to a customer’s customers.

During the run up to Christmas we are increasingly asked by customers to provide overflow storage in one of our Midlands’ warehouses, and then pick, ship & send items directly on behalf of the client.

This service is often crucial in allowing businesses to increase stock holding and therefore giving them an opportunity to maximise profits in the run up to peak season trading. Whilst its value for Christmas should not be underestimated it is a service that more and more customers are utilising year round to help save on both storage and the shipping costs of getting product to their customers.

For details on overspill storage for Christmas or throughout the year call us on Coventry 024 76 466000

SENDING PARCELS THIS CHRISTMAS?

Whether the items you are sending are Christmas Presents or normal day to day items as part of your business, no one wants to spend more on postage than they have to.

At DEFENDA COURIERS we ensure that you pay the lowest possible prices regardless of if you are sending things to someone in the UK or almost anywhere else in the world.

With UK quantity discounts starting at just £5.64 including the Vat, even a single parcel will cost you no more than £8.34 inc Vat, if you are sending to a standard UK mainland postcode outside the Scottish Highlands.

Even our weight allowances are generous and you won’t be penalised if your item weighs less than 30kg. This weight allowance along with the large permitted sizes means you don’t need to cut down your present spending to cover the cost of sending.

Tel: 02476 466000

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