Bimson Haulage
Bimson Haulage is a UK construction materials logistics specialist and sole contracted haulier to the country's three largest brick manufacturers, operating 134 DAF/Atlas crane vehicles across 28 operator centres with DVS/ULEZ-compliant, FORS Silver-accredited mechanical off-load delivery services nationwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1947
- HeadquartersLondon, United Kingdom
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Bimson Haulage does
Bimson Haulage Ltd is a UK construction materials logistics specialist operating as the contracted haulier primarily to the country's three largest brick manufacturers. Founded in 1947 and headquartered in London with regional offices in Carlisle, Stafford, and Leicester, the company delivers bricks, blocks, roof tiles, cladding, concrete panels, timber, insulation, architectural stone and other heavy construction materials. The fleet of 134 authorised 44-tonne GVW vehicles — predominantly DAF tractors with Atlas cranes and SDC trailers — operates across 28 UK operator centres and is configured in rigid, drawbar, artic, urban, curtainsider, flatbed, and Moffett/Manitou variants to handle diverse site access conditions, including restricted urban sites without forklift capability. Average lead time is 2.6 days against a 99.2% on-time-in-full rate for contracted customers, and the company runs 1,412 deliveries per week.
The company's technology stack is physical-asset intensive rather than software-centric. Core technical differentiators include DVS and ULEZ compliance with a minimum of six cameras per vehicle, EURO 6 emissions compliance, ALLMI-accredited crane operators, and an officially accredited in-house 'Brick and Block Haulage' Driver CPC training course — an unusual capability for a sub-50-person haulage firm. Integrated IT systems provide customers supply-chain transparency, but no AI/ML capabilities, proprietary software platforms, or APIs are disclosed. The fleet is purpose-built for mechanical off-load delivery, eliminating the need for on-site forklifts and enabling last-meter placement of palletised construction materials.
Bimson generates revenue primarily through contracted B2B haulage fees from major UK construction materials manufacturers, supplemented by second-hand specialist truck and crane sales and artic brick crane trailer rentals. Pricing is bespoke and quote-based per logistics engagement; published driver compensation ranges from £46,000 to £69,000 OTE depending on shift pattern and vehicle type, indicating premium positioning in the UK HGV labour market. The company became employee-owned via an Employee Ownership Trust in September 2024, transitioning from 75+ years of family ownership. FY2026 turnover reached £33 million, up from £1 million in 2007, with the company positioning itself as Britain's leading construction materials delivery service and the UK's largest independent investor in construction mechanical off-load equipment over the last six years.
Bimson Haulage firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Bimson Haulage
- Legal name
- Bimson Haulage Ltd
- Website
- https://bimson.co.uk
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1947
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Bimson Haulage is a UK construction materials logistics specialist and sole contracted haulier to the country's three largest brick manufacturers, operating 134 DAF/Atlas crane vehicles across 28 operator centres with DVS/ULEZ-compliant, FORS Silver-accredited mechanical off-load delivery services nationwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Bimson Haulage industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Construction Logistics Services
- NAICS
- Specialized Freight Trucking (4842), Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance (484230)
- SIC
- Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialty Work Truck Rentals (e.g., tow, bucket, street sweeper) (THADAJAI)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- On-Demand/Flexible Term Last-Mile Fleet Rental (Daily/Weekly/Seasonal) (TLABAGAG)
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Where Bimson Haulage is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- London
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices17 records
Markets served
Bimson Haulage business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Contracted Construction Logistics Services: Core revenue from contracted haulage services to UK's three largest brick manufacturers and other construction materials suppliers. Services include brick/block delivery, roof tiles, landscaping products, cladding, concrete panels, timber, insulation, steel, architectural stone, cast stone delivery.
- Truck and Equipment Sales: Sale of specialist second-hand trucks, trailers and cranes bespoke to brick and block haulage industry. Premium, top-spec vehicles including fully DVS/ULEZ compliant equipment.
- Artic Brick Crane Trailer Rentals: Rental of artic brick crane trailers and drawbar brick cranes for customers needing specialist equipment.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Annual | LGV/HGV Drivers - Artic Flatbeds/Curtainsiders (Days only) |
| Other | Annual | LGV/HGV Drivers - Artic Flatbeds/Curtainsiders (Tramping) |
| Other | Annual | LGV/HGV Drivers - Artic/Drawbar Brick Cranes (Days only) |
| Other | Annual | LGV/HGV Drivers - Artic/Drawbar Brick Cranes (Tramping) |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels3 records
Bimson Haulage product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Bimson Haulage provides contracted construction materials logistics services across the UK, specialising in the delivery of bricks, blocks, roof tiles, landscaping products, cladding, concrete panels, timber, insulation, steel, architectural stone, and cast stone. The company operates a fleet of DAF trucks equipped with Atlas cranes and SDC trailers, offering multiple vehicle configurations (rigid, drawbar, artic, urban brick cranes; Moffett/Manitou; curtainsider; flatbed) to serve construction sites with varying access constraints. It also sells specialist second-hand trucks and rents brick crane trailers to industry customers.
Product overview
Bimson Haulage is a construction materials logistics specialist offering a comprehensive fleet of specialist vehicles for brick, block, and construction material delivery. The core product portfolio includes articulated brick cranes, drawbar brick cranes, rigid brick cranes, and urban brick cranes as primary delivery services, complemented by Moffett/Manitou forklift delivery, curtainsider, and flatbed services. The company also offers brick crane trailer rentals and sells specialist second-hand trucks and cranes. Services are delivered nationwide through a fleet of DAF trucks with Atlas cranes and SDC trailers, all FORS Silver accredited and DVS/ULEZ compliant.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Rigid Brick Crane A rigid vehicle brick crane with rear steer axle and short wheel base for delivering construction materials to virtually any location. Features a payload of 12.5 tonnes, overall vehicle length of 10.0m, and vehicle deck space of 6.09m. Designed for sites requiring compact vehicle access.
- Drawbar Brick Crane A versatile wagon and drag brick crane excellent for sites with restricted access that still allows a full load to be delivered. Features a payload of 26 tonnes, overall vehicle length of 17.0m, and trailer deck space of 6.5m. Can perform trailer drop and tranship for tight access sites.
- Artic Brick Crane The standard and most cost-effective method for mechanical off-load delivery of construction materials using an articulated vehicle. Features an overall vehicle length of 16.0m and trailer deck space of 11.55m.
- Urban Brick Crane Designed for restricted access site deliveries and maximising payload. Similar to the artic brick crane but the trailer length can be reduced by almost a quarter for the tightest urban building sites while carrying a full load. Features payload of 26.0 tonnes, extended length of 16.0m and closed length of 12.75m, with front deck space of 7.75m and rear deck space of 3.8m.
- Artic Moffett Mounty / Manitou Trailer mounted forklift delivery service allowing delivery to places not accessible by standard crane trucks. The Manitou model unloads all from one side of the vehicle, beneficial for tight access sites. Features overall vehicle length of 17.5m and trailer deck space of 11.5m.
- Artic Curtainsider The most cost-effective way to receive a delivery of construction materials when the site is large enough to receive an articulated truck and the customer has a forklift available to unload. Features payload of 28.0 tonnes and trailer deck space of 13.6m.
- Artic Flatbed Flatbed delivery service for construction materials requiring flexible loading options on large sites with crane or forklift availability.
- Truck Sales Sale of specialist second-hand trucks, trailers and cranes bespoke to the brick and block haulage industry, including premium top-spec vehicles that are fully DVS/ULEZ compliant. All vehicles are dealer maintained from new.
- Brick Crane Trailer Rentals Rental of artic brick crane trailers and drawbar brick cranes for construction materials delivery customers needing specialist equipment.
Quantifiable outcome
- 99.2% OTIF (On Time In Full) for contracted customers
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Bimson Haulage
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Bimson Haulage technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Bimson Haulage partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS)coreFORS is a accreditation scheme for fleet operators. Bimson holds FORS Silver accreditation (since 2017) and previously FORS Bronze (since 2015), demonstrating commitment to safety, efficiency, and environmental standards.
- ALLMI (Association of Lorry Loader Manufacturers and Importers)coreALLMI accreditation for crane operators. All Bimson crane operators are ALLMI trained and accredited, ensuring safe operation of lorry loader equipment.
- Road Haulage Association (RHA)minorTrade association membership. RHA Conditions of Carriage 2026 apply to Bimson deliveries.
Scale indicators17 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Bimson Haulage competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- DHL Supply Chain UK: UK arm of global logistics provider offering contract distribution, warehousing, and transport services. Comparable as a large B2B contract logistics provider with compliance certifications and integrated IT, though focused on broader retail and industrial flows.
- Eddie Stobart Logistics: Major UK road haulage and contract logistics brand with national distribution capabilities. Comparable as a UK-wide contract haulier serving large enterprise customers with mixed freight; competes for similar B2B logistics contracts though at greater scale and broader commodity scope than Bimson.
- Wincanton: One of the largest UK contract logistics providers, offering transport, warehousing, and specialist services across retail, FMCG, and industrial sectors. Comparable as a major UK B2B contract haulier, though much broader and not focused on construction materials.
- Culina Group: Large UK logistics group combining ambient, temperature-controlled, and port-centric haulage. Comparable as a major UK contract distribution provider with owned fleet and IT integration, though focused on grocery, FMCG, and container flows rather than construction materials.
- DFDS: European logistics and ferry operator with significant UK road logistics presence. Comparable in operating contract distribution and trailer services with cross-channel flows, though commodity scope is far broader than Bimson's construction-materials focus.
- XPO Logistics (GXO / XPO Europe): Global contract logistics and freight transportation operator with UK operations. Comparable as a large contract transport provider, though its UK footprint focuses on general freight and warehousing rather than construction-specialist haulage.
Direct peers
- Pollock (Scotrans): Scotland-based specialist haulier with general and abnormal-load capabilities. Comparable as an independently operated UK specialist haulier serving construction-related and industrial customers with owned equipment and CPC-trained drivers.
- Palletline: UK palletised freight network serving manufacturing, construction, and distribution customers with regional shareholding-haulier model. Comparable as a UK-wide palletised/distribution freight provider with strong construction-sector exposure.
- Maritime Transport: UK-based intermodal container haulier with a national depot network and contract distribution services. Comparable in operating a large UK truck fleet with multiple regional centres and contracted B2B customers, though focused on container rather than construction materials.
- Knights of Old: UK specialist haulier providing general and contract distribution with multi-temperature and container services. Comparable as another UK regional/national contract haulier serving industrial customers with owned fleet, though less specialised in brick/block delivery than Bimson.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Bimson Haulage social profiles
Digital presenceBimson Haulage compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance7 records
Bimson Haulage financial estimates
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Bimson Haulage leadership team
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Bimson Haulage funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Bimson Haulage M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Bimson Haulage
What does Bimson Haulage do?
Bimson Haulage provides contracted construction materials logistics services across the UK, specialising in the delivery of bricks, blocks, roof tiles, landscaping products, cladding, concrete panels, timber, insulation, steel, architectural stone, and cast stone. The company operates a fleet of DAF trucks equipped with Atlas cranes and SDC trailers, offering multiple vehicle configurations (rigid, drawbar, artic, urban brick cranes; Moffett/Manitou; curtainsider; flatbed) to serve construction sites with varying access constraints. It also sells specialist second-hand trucks and rents brick crane trailers to industry customers.
Is Bimson Haulage a public or private company?
Bimson Haulage is a private company. It is classified as management employee owned and is currently operating.
When was Bimson Haulage founded?
Bimson Haulage was founded in 1947. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Bimson Haulage based?
Bimson Haulage is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does Bimson Haulage make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Contracted Construction Logistics Services are the primary driver. The others are truck and Equipment Sales and artic Brick Crane Trailer Rentals.
Who are Bimson Haulage's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are DHL Supply Chain UK, Eddie Stobart Logistics, Wincanton, Culina Group, DFDS and XPO Logistics (GXO / XPO Europe). Direct peers are Pollock (Scotrans), Palletline, Maritime Transport and Knights of Old.
Does Bimson Haulage have an API?
No public API is recorded for Bimson Haulage.
What industry is Bimson Haulage in?
Bimson Haulage's product category is Construction Logistics Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THADAJAI, Specialty Work Truck Rentals (e.g., tow, bucket, street sweeper), with a secondary code of TLABAGAG, On-Demand/Flexible Term Last-Mile Fleet Rental (Daily/Weekly/Seasonal). Its NAICS code is 4842 and its SIC code is 4210.