www.truckandtrack.com Autumn 2026 Truck and Track 9 BUSINESS NEWS goods and transport increased. Allports developed a large fleet of Commercial Vehicles and in the 70’s predominantly working in Container & Groupage Transport. This took a larger share of freight away from rail and with this came the expansion of Allports Group. With the introduction of the Transport Act 1968 bringing changing vehicle regulations and the motorway expansions of the M1 and M6, companies across the sector had to adapt quickly, investing in more efficient vehicles and improving fleet practices. The Allports family-built foundations for a business that would continue to grow and adapt for generations to come. The People Behind the Success At the heart of our success are the people who have contributed to the business over the last 150 years. Generations of employees have brought skill, dedication, and pride to their work, helping to maintain the high standards that customers have come to expect. Many staff members have spent long careers with the business, passing on knowledge and expertise to the next generation. Reaching 150 years is an incredible achievement, and it Growing Through the Generations Over the decades, Allports Group has evolved alongside the industries and communities it serves. Each generation playing a role in shaping the business and building on its achievements. Important milestones along the journey include: 1983 Mark & Paul Sanders started to lead Allports Group on to its development for the next 40 years. 1986 Restructure of the transport business to a Groupage Transport Operator under the name of Weaver Transport. 1997 Weaver Transport developed to Weaver Pallet Express a National Pallet Network with 80 members across the UK. 2003 The Transport Business Weaver Pallet Express was sold to UK Mail. 2003 Allports Rental is established to offer Commercial Vehicle & Trailer Rental. 2006 Deker Trailers is added to the portfolio and Allports becomes an Authorised Renault Trucks Distributor. 2008 Stoke site acquired to add to the West Midlands footprint. 2015 Loader Range launched with LCV focus. 2017 Minworth VMU added to the footprint. 2020 Isuzu Trucks operations commenced with Isuzu Central. 2020-2022 Additional land acquired and developed at Fradley Park to support expansion. 2023-2024 expanded workshop opened along with DVSA approved MOT lane operation. 2026 – 150 years of trading! Through periods of economic change, technological advancement, and shifting markets, we have continued to adapt while staying true to our core values.
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