Business Details
Trusted Haulage and Cold Storage Services in Perth
McLaughlan Transport is a family and employee-owned haulage and distribution business established in Perth, Scotland. With a modern fleet of 32 tractor units, 50 trailers, and 2 rigid vehicles, we specialise in refrigerated transport, cold storage, and nationwide distribution across the UK and Europe. Our SAI Global accreditation for Storage and Distribution underscores our commitment to quality and compliance. We operate from a 2-acre site featuring storage, parking, office facilities, and on-site workshops, strategically located near Perth Food Park.Our team ensures timely collection and delivery of goods, offering consolidation services and a nightly groupage service to meet diverse customer needs. With 50 employees and decades of experience, we provide tailored logistics solutions for local produce and full-load shipments. Our purpose-built cold store in Perth can accommodate up to 200 pallets, enabling efficient storage and forwarding. We pride ourselves on reliability, technical expertise, and a customer-centric approach to logistics.
Services
Haulage Services
Cold Storage
Refrigerated Transport
Consolidation Services
Groupage Service
Full Load Distribution
Temperature Monitoring
UK/Europe Deliveries
On-site Workshops
Pallet Handling
Highlights and features
- Family and employee-owned with decades of logistics expertise
- Modern fleet with temperature-controlled trailers and real-time tracking
- SAI Global accredited for Storage and Distribution standards
- Purpose-built cold store with 200-pallet capacity in Perth
- Nightly groupage service to all UK regions
Associations and certifications
- SAI Global
Services
Haulage Services
We provide comprehensive haulage solutions across the UK and Europe, specialising in refrigerated transport for perishable goods. Our modern fleet ensures reliable delivery of full loads or consolidated shipments. With real-time tracking and temperature monitoring, we guarantee product integrity from collection to destination.
Cold Storage
Our purpose-built cold store in Perth accommodates up to 200 pallets with temperature control between -30C and +30C. This facility enables efficient storage and forwarding of temperature-sensitive goods, supporting just-in-time logistics for supermarkets and distribution centres across Europe.
Consolidation Services
We specialise in consolidating smaller shipments at our Perth premises to create cost-effective full-load deliveries. This service optimises freight efficiency while maintaining strict temperature controls for perishable goods transported to UK and European markets.
Refrigerated Transport
Our temperature-controlled trailers with thermo-graph printers maintain precise conditions between -30C and +30C. This service caters to food producers and retailers requiring certified cold chain logistics for fresh and frozen products across Europe.
Groupage Service
Our nightly groupage service combines multiple consignments into single deliveries across UK regions. This cost-effective solution reduces transport costs for smaller shipments while maintaining strict delivery schedules and temperature controls for perishable goods.
People
George McLaughlan
Managing Director
Founder and Managing Director of McLaughlan Transport, George McLaughlan established the business from Perth Harbour before relocating to the current industrial estate site. With decades of logistics experience, he leads a team of 50 professionals.
Questions
What areas does McLaughlan Transport serve?
We provide haulage services across the UK and Europe, including refrigerated transport to supermarkets and distribution centres.
Do you offer cold storage facilities?
Yes, our Perth site has a purpose-built cold store with capacity for 200 pallets, available for short or long-term storage.
What types of vehicles are in your fleet?
Our modern fleet includes 32 tractor units, 50 trailers, 2 rigid vehicles, and temperature-controlled trailers with thermo-graph printers.
Are your services accredited?
We hold SAI Global accreditation for Storage and Distribution, ensuring compliance with industry quality standards.
Can you handle small consignments?
Yes, we collect and distribute loads from one pallet upwards, with consolidation services available at our Perth premises.
Do you provide groupage services?
We operate a nightly groupage service covering all regions of the UK, optimising cost-effective freight solutions.
Reviews (1)
Andrew Fernie
Jul 01, 2019
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I had some cargo needing shifted and needed it refrigerated. I've seen these guys about, so I figured 'why not'? Great comms and such throughout, though I was a little disappointed at the abrupt way in which things were terminated when it came to the particulars of what I needed moved.
Turns out the market for smuggling Vietnamese migrants isn't quite booming. I asked if they had any job openings too, though I was hung up on again the moment I asked what bonuses I get for hitting cyclists. I dunno. I guess Carmageddon lied to me. Seriously though: these guys work round the clock, day and night
Turns out the market for smuggling Vietnamese migrants isn't quite booming. I asked if they had any job openings too, though I was hung up on again the moment I asked what bonuses I get for hitting cyclists. I dunno. I guess Carmageddon lied to me. Seriously though: these guys work round the clock, day and night
