Business Details
Your Trusted Logistics Partner in Hull
At Nigel Rice, we specialise in delivering palletised goods with precision, efficiency, and care. Based in Beverley, East Yorkshire, our modern fleet serves customers across the UK and Europe, offering flexible haulage and delivery solutions tailored to business needs. With decades of industry experience and a commitment to innovation, we ensure every consignment reaches its destination safely and on time. Our services include general haulage, membership in the Palletline and Hazchem networks, secure storage solutions, and import/export logistics. We prioritise quality, reliability, and exceptional service, supported by advanced technology for real-time tracking and environmental responsibility. Our team, led by Managing Director Chris Rice, combines over 60 years of haulage expertise to provide cost-effective, time-efficient solutions.We operate a secure warehouse facility with 24/7 CCTV and round-the-clock security patrols, ensuring complete peace of mind for clients. As a shareholder member of Palletline and a Hazchem Network participant, we deliver next-day nationwide and European hazardous goods transport with 100% assurance. Our dedication to client satisfaction is reflected in our 99.5% on-time delivery rate and tailored insurance coverage. By integrating modern vehicles, ADR-trained drivers, and optimised routes, we make logistics simple, dependable, and hassle-free for businesses of all sizes.
Services
General Haulage
Palletline Network
Hazchem Network
Secure Storage
Import/Export Logistics
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of combined haulage expertise with modern, environmentally-conscious vehicles.
- Our 24/7 CCTV and security patrols ensure secure storage for short- and long-term needs.
- We guarantee next-day delivery through the Palletline network with 99.5% on-time performance.
- Our ADR-trained drivers specialise in hazardous goods transport across 24 European countries.
- We provide tailored insurance coverage and real-time tracking for complete shipment transparency.
Associations and certifications
- Palletline
- Hazchem Network
- RHA
What people say
Excellent rates
Polite drivers
Best prices
Great customer service
Helpful staff
Services
General Haulage
We provide nationwide and European haulage solutions for all freight types, from single pallets to full artic loads. Our ADR-trained drivers and modern fleet ensure safe, efficient delivery with real-time tracking. Optimised routes and dedicated account management guarantee cost-effectiveness and reliability for businesses.
Palletline Network
As a shareholder member of Palletline, we offer next-day UK pallet delivery with 99.5% on-time performance. Our membership ensures quality-checked consignments, tailored insurance, and access to a cooperative network of professional hauliers for cost-effective distribution.
Hazchem Network
Specialising in ADR-compliant transport, we deliver hazardous materials across the UK and 24 European countries. Backed by industry leaders, our service includes 100% assurance, DGSA compliance, and dedicated support for chemical shipments with 48-hour lead times available.
Secure Storage
Our Hull-based facility offers secure short- and long-term pallet storage with 24/7 CCTV, palisade fencing, and pest control. Services include racked/block-stacked storage, inventory management, and flexible in-and-out terms tailored to client requirements.
Import/Export Logistics
We facilitate time-sensitive international deliveries via road, sea, or air freight to 24 European countries and worldwide. Services include customs clearance, CMR insurance, and tailored solutions for business-to-business logistics with 48-hour lead times available.
People
Chris Rice
Managing Director
With over 60 years of combined haulage expertise from a family of hauliers, Chris leads our team in delivering high-quality transport and storage solutions across the UK and Europe.
Questions
What areas do you cover for haulage services?
We provide nationwide UK coverage and deliver to 24 European countries, including hazardous goods transport through the Hazchem Network.
Can you handle urgent deliveries?
Yes, we offer next-day delivery through Palletline and time-sensitive shipments with 48-hour lead times available for European destinations.
Are hazardous materials transported safely?
Our ADR-trained drivers and DGSA-compliant processes ensure 100% assurance for hazardous goods, backed by Hazchem Network membership.
What storage security measures are in place?
Our Hull facility features 24/7 CCTV, three-metre palisade fencing, security patrols, and comprehensive pest control for complete peace of mind.
Do you offer international logistics solutions?
Yes, we provide import/export services across Europe and globally, including customs clearance, air freight, and sea freight options.
How can I track my shipment?
All pallet deliveries through Palletline include real-time tracking with proof of delivery emailed upon completion of each consignment.
