What The Pallet Network does

The Pallet Network Limited (TPN) is a UK-headquartered collaborative palletised freight distribution network, founded in 2000 and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Culina Logistics since 2021. The company coordinates a hub-and-spoke model in which 123 independent regional haulier Partners collect and deliver palletised freight within allocated UK postcode areas, consolidated through a 605,000 sq. ft. central hub in Swadlincote and two regional hubs in Preston and Northampton. Service tiers span economy, next-day, and premium domestic delivery, complemented by TPN XL for oversized freight and TPN XPort for international shipments to 27 European and Scandinavian countries; TPN Ireland extends coverage across all counties of Ireland through 25 Partners. Approximately 5 million pallets flow through the network annually, with nightly capacity of 25,000 pallets and 70+ simultaneous truck unloads.

TPN's revenue mechanics combine network membership and per-pallet handling fees paid by Partners for use of the central hub, IT infrastructure, and cross-docking services, alongside freight distribution revenue from end shippers routed through quote-based pricing. End customers are horizontal across UK Manufacturers, Retailers, Distributors, and E-commerce shippers, with no disclosed anchor accounts. The proprietary TPN Connect platform — developed in-house — provides a TMS for Partners, a 24/7 customer tracking portal, and API integration into Partner systems, with an industry-first dynamic risk assessment for tail-lift deliveries embedded in ePOD. The company maintains ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 27001 certifications and in 2024 became the first pallet network national hub to achieve BRCGS certification for Storage and Distribution. TPN operates two wholly-owned regional sites (TPN Dagenham and, until June 2026, TPN Teesside, whose operations were transferred to network Partner NFS360 Connect).

Name

The Pallet Network

Legal name

The Pallet Network Limited

Website

https://thepalletnetworkltd.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Pallet Network (TPN) is the UK's largest palletised freight distribution network by Partner volume, coordinating 123 independent haulier Partners across 140+ depots through a 605,000 sq. ft. Swadlincote hub, serving UK and Irish shippers with economy, next-day, premium, oversized, and 27-country international services via its in-house TPN Connect TMS platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Palletised Freight Distribution Logistics

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (4885), Couriers and Express Delivery Services (49211), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210)

akta.pro primary industry

Truckload (TL) Freight Brokerage (TLADAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Dry Van (General Freight) TL Carriers (TLADADAA)

Keywords

• Palletised freight distribution
• Pallet delivery services
• Freight distribution network
• Logistics network services
• Haulage and warehousing

Headquarters

HQ city

Sutton Coldfield

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Network Membership/Freight Distribution Services: TPN generates revenue through a network membership model where independent transport companies pay to join and participate in the pallet distribution network. Partners collect and deliver freight within allocated postcode areas, with pallets routed through TPN's central hub for cross-docking and redistribution. Revenue is derived from network participation fees and freight handling across the UK's largest pallet network by partner volume.
2. Palletised Freight Distribution Services: TPN provides economy, next-day, and premium palletised freight distribution services. Customers (manufacturers, retailers, distributors) pay for transportation services rendered by network Partners. Additional services include TPN XL for oversized freight and TPN XPort for international deliveries to Europe and Scandinavia.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Pallet Network operates the UK's largest palletised freight distribution network by partner volume, comprising 123 independent transport company partners across 140+ depot locations. Core offerings include UK palletised freight distribution (economy, next-day, premium), oversized/bulky freight via TPN XL, international deliveries to 27 European and Scandinavian countries via TPN XPort, and Ireland coverage through sister network TPN Ireland. All services are coordinated through a 605,000 sq. ft. central hub in Swadlincote and supported by the proprietary TPN Connect IT platform providing 24/7 tracking and TMS capabilities.

Product overview

The Pallet Network (TPN) operates a collaborative palletised freight distribution network consisting of a core platform with multiple service modules and owned operations. The main offering comprises UK Services for domestic pallet distribution (economy, next-day, premium), TPN XL for oversized/bulky freight, TPN XPort for international deliveries to Europe and Scandinavia, and TPN Ireland for cross-border Irish coverage. These services are supported by TPN Connect, an in-house developed technology platform providing TMS functionality, tracking, and API integration. TPN also maintains two company-owned operations in Teesside and Dagenham for regional coverage. The network comprises 120+ Partner companies with 140+ depot locations across the UK, moving approximately 5 million pallets annually through the central hub.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TPN XL: Specialised service for unusual or bulky palletised freight with capacity-managed solutions for over 6 metre pallets.
• TPN XPort
• TPN Ireland
• TPN Connect

Products and services

• UK Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Averaged 3.1kg CO2 per pallet over 3 years
• +5 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• NFS360 ConnectcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2026NFS360 Connect is a founding Partner of TPN (25 years) and part of Groupe DESLOG. Based in Peterlee, County Durham, they operate 250,000 sq. ft. of state-of-the-art internal warehousing and 9 acres of external storage. In June 2026, TPN transferred its Teesside TS postcode operations to NFS360 Connect, effectively doubling their pallet network operation. The transition ensures continuity for customers while leveraging local market expertise.
• AM LogisticscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2000AM Logistics is a founding Partner of TPN (25 years), based in Larne, Northern Ireland. They are the largest mover of palletised freight in Ireland and are developing a new 100,000 sq. ft. facility at Dublin Airport, having completed a substantial extension of their current facility in Larne.
• Andy Lee TransportcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2000Andy Lee Transport is a founding Partner of TPN (25 years), based in Gloucestershire. Started in 1986 with one truck and now operates 30 vehicles in the fleet, also offering dedicated transport facilities for full or part deliveries and warehousing.
• TPN IrelandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTPN Ireland is TPN's sister network and the only pallet network in Ireland to have achieved ISO 9001 accreditation for both the central Hub and every Partner depot. With 25 Partners and a dedicated Hub facility, the two networks complement each other perfectly with unrivalled UK and Ireland coverage. Shares a common customs-integrated software platform with TPN for cross-border freight management.
• Global Logistics Providers (XPort Partners)strategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTPN XPort international service operates in collaboration with global logistics providers who have pledged expertise and extensive continental network to deliver reliable and sustainable service for international freight to 27 countries in mainland Europe and Scandinavia.
• Kennedy RossminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerKennedy Ross, the UK's top sales training provider, delivers high-impact training sessions to TPN Partners. The company invests in Partner growth through sales psychology training, personality type understanding, and business development skills.
• Groupe DESLOGstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerGroupe DESLOG is the parent/group company supporting NFS360 Connect. As part of the wider continental group, they provide support and strength to NFS360 Connect's operations within the TPN network.
• Big G LogisticsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTPN Partner based in the UK that transported The Longest Yarn exhibition (WWII commemorative crochet project) across the UK, demonstrating logistical excellence and commitment to heritage projects.
• Jays TransportminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTPN Partner based in Highbridge, Somerset, committed to sustainability with a Net Zero by 2025 target. Trialed electric vehicles (Renault Truck E-Tech D and FUSO eCanter), holds Ecovadis Silver rating, and supports the Wilder Carbon Honeygar Farm Project.
• Riva South LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTPN Partner whose Operations Manager, Alice Floyd, completed Transport and Warehouse Operations Supervisor Level 3 Qualification and CPC Transport Manager qualification, exemplifying professional development excellence within the network.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Peers

• Royal Mail Parcels (Royal Mail Group):

Direct peers

• Pall-Ex: One of the largest UK and European pallet networks with a comparable Partner-based distribution model and service tiers. Direct competitor for UK palletised freight volumes and shipper contracts.
• Palletforce: UK pallet network competitor operating a similar hub-and-spoke model with regional haulier Partners. Directly comparable to TPN and now a sister company within Culina Group; same CEO lineage (Conroy) makes this the closest functional peer.
• United Pallet Network (UPN): UK pallet network offering next-day and economy palletised distribution through a Partner depot model. Direct overlap in service portfolio, target customers, and network structure.
• Palletline: Mid-sized UK pallet network with a hub-and-spoke Partner model. Competes head-to-head with TPN for regional haulier Partners and mid-market shipper volumes.
• Palletways: European pallet network (part of Imperial) operating across multiple countries with a franchise Partner model. Comparable in international footprint to TPN XPort and competes for cross-border pallet volumes.
• Fortec Distribution Network: UK time-critical palletised distribution specialist with overnight delivery focus. Overlaps with TPN's premium and next-day service tiers for urgent B2B freight.

Regional players

• DX Freight (DX Network Services): UK parcel and freight carrier with next-day and pallet services. Adjacent competitor in the B2B freight and parcel segments, particularly for irregular-weight and document freight.

Broad incumbents

• Eddie Stobart Logistics: Major UK multimodal logistics and contract distribution provider; was TPN's parent from 2018-2021. Competes in adjacent contract logistics and freight services, and remains a benchmark for enterprise-scale UK freight capability.
• DHL Freight: Global road freight and logistics provider with strong UK and European LTL/TL capability. Competes with TPN XPort for international palletised freight to and from the UK.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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