Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Logistics Partner in Aberlour
Established in 1945, McPherson Ltd is a fourth-generation family-owned logistics company operating a large fleet across the UK. Specialising in the transportation of bulk spirits, we also provide comprehensive engineering services, warehousing solutions, and industry-leading training programs. Our engineering division maintains vehicles and trailers to DVSA standards, supported by technicians trained through our own programs. As pioneers in sustainable logistics, we introduced Scotland's first electric 44-tonne vehicle and operate a fleet of bio-gas trucks reducing CO2 emissions by up to 92%.Our purpose-built training facility in Elgin delivers bespoke courses for the haulage industry, including ADR certification and CPC design services. With depots across Scotland and northern England, we combine regional expertise with national coverage. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through early adoption of HVO fuel and electric vehicle technology. Accredited by UKAS for tank testing, we maintain rigorous safety and quality standards. This heritage of technical excellence and environmental responsibility positions us as trusted partners for complex logistics challenges.
Services
Transport
Engineering
Warehousing
Training
Sustainability
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- Fourth-generation family-owned business with 80+ years industry expertise
- Pioneers in sustainable haulage with UK's first electric 44-tonne trucks
- DVSA-certified engineering workshops maintaining 400+ vehicles annually
- Accredited ADR training facility with bespoke corporate course design
- Nationwide depot network supporting 24/7 logistics operations
Associations and certifications
- UKAS
Services
Transport
Specialist bulk spirits transportation using purpose-built tankers, complemented by van, curtain, and bulk tipper freight services. Operating across Scotland and northern England with a modern fleet including low-emission vehicles. Supporting 400+ annual deliveries through optimised routing and real-time tracking systems.
Engineering
Comprehensive vehicle servicing and repairs at DVSA-certified workshops in Aberlour. Specialising in ABS/EBS systems, air brake diagnostics, and UKAS-accredited tank testing. Supporting both company fleet and third-party commercial vehicles with 24/7 breakdown assistance.
Warehousing
Seven ambient storage facilities near Perth offering 21,000 sq ft each. Strategically located for efficient distribution across Scotland. Equipped with modern racking systems and inventory management technology. Providing secure storage solutions for bulk goods and general freight.
Training
Accredited ADR and CPC training programs at purpose-built Elgin facility. Offering bespoke corporate courses, test route familiarisation, and health & safety audits. Supporting driver competence and compliance with regulatory requirements through industry-recognised qualifications.
Sustainability
Pioneering low-emission transport solutions including bio-gas trucks reducing CO2 by 92% and electric 44-tonne vehicles. Utilising HVO fuel from renewable sources and developing circular economy models for distillery byproducts. Committed to achieving net-zero operations by 2040.
Questions
What specialist transport services do you offer?
We specialise in bulk spirits transportation using purpose-built tankers, plus van, curtain, and bulk tipper freight across Scotland and northern England.
Do you provide engineering services for commercial vehicles?
Yes, our Aberlour workshops offer MOTs, servicing, and repairs to DVSA standards, including ABS/EBS systems and UKAS-accredited tank testing.
What training programs are available?
We deliver ADR certification courses, CPC training, and bespoke driver development programs at our purpose-built Elgin facility.
How do you support sustainable logistics?
Our fleet includes 12 bio-gas trucks reducing CO2 by 92%, HVO-fuelled vehicles, and Scotland's first electric 44-tonne tractor unit.
What warehousing facilities do you operate?
We maintain seven ambient storage warehouses near Perth with 21,000 sq ft each, strategically located for efficient distribution.
