Palletline Extends Network in North-West

Palletline plc, the UK’s longest established pallet distribution network, has further expanded its membership in the north-west of England through the addition of Morecambe-based J M Gorry & Son Ltd to the network.

Founded in 1969 by Mick Gorry with just one vehicle, the company now has three generations of the family working at its premises on the White Lund Industrial Estate.

The company, which will cover the large LA postcode area for Palletline from 1st April, now operates around 40 vehicles.

It has invested a substantial six-figure sum in readiness for joining the network, in the form of new vehicle livery, two new staff, and a new 8,000 sq ft building which will also be used for undercover trans-shipping.

To date J M Gorry’s work has mainly been in the provision of transport for import and export work, but demand for nationwide pallet distribution work is increasing.

Company founder Mick Gorry explained: “We’ve had the opportunity to join networks before but the time has not been right until now. We’ve invested heavily in new people and facilities to ensure we’re able to offer a high-quality, dedicated service to Palletline’s other members and customers.

“We have already had significant interest from existing clients about using Palletline through ourselves for their palletised freight distribution and anticipate significant growth in this sector of our work.”

Glyn Jones, Managing Director of Palletline plc, added: “We’re delighted to welcome JM Gorry & Son to the network. The LA postcode area is significant and J M Gorry & Son is a highly respected operator with many established clients in that area. We look forward to a long and successful partnership with Mick and his team.”