Willmotts Transport Ltd

Name

Willmotts Transport Ltd

Legal name

Willmotts Transport Ltd

Website

https://willmottstransport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1918

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Willmotts Transport Ltd is a UK-based, privately held logistics company providing BRCGS-accredited warehousing, 3PL fulfilment, and distribution services to FMCG, food and drink, packaging, and retail customers across the South West of England and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Warehousing and Distribution Services

NAICS

General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance (48412), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), Specialized Freight Trucking (4842), Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance (484230)

SIC

Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking (No Local) (4213)

akta.pro primary industry

Dry Van (General Freight) TL Carriers (TLADADAA)

Keywords

• Warehousing and distribution
• Third party logistics
• Pallet network services
• Bonded warehousing
• ADR dangerous goods transport

Headquarters

HQ city

Shepton Mallet

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Warehousing and 3PL Services: Comprehensive warehousing and third-party logistics (3PL) fulfilment services including BRCGS-accredited storage, bonded warehousing for duty-suspended goods, ambient storage, and pick & pack operations. Revenue is generated through storage fees based on space utilisation and handling charges per order.
2. Logistics and Distribution: End-to-end logistics solutions including domestic and European distribution, general haulage, and specialised ADR transport for hazardous goods. Revenue generated through freight charges based on distance, weight, and service requirements.
3. Pallet Network Services: Palletised distribution through Palletforce network enabling single pallet to part-load deliveries across UK and Europe. Overnight delivery capabilities through regional hub consolidation model.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Willmotts Transport Ltd operates an integrated logistics platform providing BRCGS-accredited warehousing (ambient, bonded, and ADR storage) alongside domestic, European, and pallet network distribution services. The company manages more than 500,000 sq ft of warehousing across eight sites in the South West of England, supported by a 150+ vehicle fleet, delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions primarily to FMCG, food and drink, retail, and packaging businesses.

Product overview

Willmotts Transport Ltd operates as an integrated logistics provider offering a unified platform of warehousing and distribution services. The core offering combines BRCGS-accredited warehousing (ambient, bonded, and ADR storage) with domestic, European, and pallet network distribution. The company provides an end-to-end supply chain solution that integrates raw material collection, production logistics, storage, pick and pack fulfilment, and final-mile distribution. A 24/7 online warehouse management portal supports customer-facing inventory tracking and order management. The company operates over 500,000 sq ft of warehousing space across eight sites in the South West region, supported by a fleet of 150+ vehicles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BRC Warehousing

Quantifiable outcome

• BRCGS AA+ audit grade achieved for warehouse operations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

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

• Parker Transport (SW) LtdmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 June 2022Acquired by Stotts Group in June 2022, Parker Transport is based in Midsomer Norton, Somerset, and operates from the same industrial estate as Willmotts. The acquisition consolidates Stotts Group's presence in the area and adds warehousing capacity. The Parker Transport brand is maintained.
• PalletforcecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 May 2020Willmotts Transport is a member of the Palletforce network, one of the UK's major distribution networks with 23,500 vehicles, 30,000 employees, over 750 depots, and 100% national coverage by postcode. The partnership enables overnight deliveries of consignments from a single pallet upwards. Willmotts participates in APN-headed emergency delivery services during crises.
• Tiger TrailersmajorOthersLong-standing trailer supplier for Willmotts. Facilitated delivery of 60 bespoke trailers including standard-height curtainsiders and 4.7 metre height variants for variable cargo sizes. Specifications include Wabco EBS braking system, Axcsend BPMS, reversing camera, LED reversing lamps, and branch guards.
• Stotts GroupcoreOthersParent company of Willmotts Transport. Also includes S&B Transport Services, Quarry Way Commercials, and Parker Transport (acquired June 2022). Operates across more than 10 sites within the South West region with combined warehousing space of over 450,000 sq ft at time of Parker acquisition.
• Shepton Mallet CarnivalminorOthersWillmotts Transport sponsors the Shepton Mallet Carnival event, supporting local community engagement and charities.
• Tiger Trailers (Environmental)minorOthersPartnership with Tiger Trailers for carbon offset programme - when purchasing new trailers, trees are planted on Willmotts' behalf. 10 East African Sandalwood trees planted in Kenya, estimated to absorb 3 tonnes of carbon each (equivalent to 7,329 car miles).
• The Lily FoundationminorOthersWillmotts supports The Lily Foundation, the UK's leading mitochondrial disease charity, with branded trailers displaying charity livery to raise awareness. Company employees have participated in fundraising activities including the Ride London challenge.
• Association of Pallet Networks (APN)coreOthersAPN is the governing body heading emergency delivery service initiatives. Willmotts participates in initiatives headed by APN providing express distribution of critical emergency and food supplies during national crises.
• Bonded Warehousekeepers Association (BWA)majorOthersWillmotts became a member of the BWA, reinforcing best practice and compliance in duty-suspended bonded warehouse operations.
• Bath and West ShowgroundminorOthersPartnership for bespoke trailer featuring Bath and West Showground branding. The trailer appears at the Bath and West Show event near Shepton Mallet.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Maritime Transport Ltd: UK-based container haulage and contract logistics operator providing port-centric transport, warehousing, and distribution. Closely comparable as a privately held UK transport and warehousing specialist serving B2B customers.
• Meachers Global Logistics: Privately owned UK contract logistics, warehousing, and distribution specialist serving retail, FMCG, and industrial customers. Highly similar operating profile to Willmotts in size, services, and customer mix.
• DX Group: UK parcel and freight delivery network offering next-day services, irregular dimension freight, and secure delivery solutions. Comparable to Willmotts in distribution-led services to UK B2B customers.
• Palletline: UK palletised distribution network offering overnight delivery and shared-user pallet services. Direct competitor to Willmotts' Palletforce-based pallet network offering in serving shippers requiring palletised UK distribution.
• Pall-Ex Group: UK and European palletised distribution network providing overnight and next-day pallet delivery services. Competes with Willmotts via a hub-and-spoke model targeting similar SME and mid-market shipper customers.

Broad incumbents

• Eddie Stobart Logistics: Established UK haulage and contract logistics operator with warehousing and distribution services. Comparable in transport-led service model and UK customer base, but with national rather than regional scale.
• DHL Supply Chain UK: Global3PL operator with a substantial UK contract logistics footprint across warehousing, fulfilment, and transport. Competes with Willmotts for FMCG and retail contract wins but with broader geographic and capability coverage.
• XPO Logistics UK: Major UK and European transport and logistics provider with strong freight and warehousing capabilities. Competes in similar freight and palletised distribution markets while operating a much larger network.
• Wincanton plc: Largest UK third-party logistics provider offering contract warehousing, transport, and distribution across multiple verticals including FMCG and retail. Directly comparable to Willmotts in warehousing and transport services but operates nationally with materially greater scale.

Regional players

• Davies & Robson Group: Privately owned UK haulage and warehousing group with regional operations and palletised distribution. Comparable mid-sized UK logistics operator to Willmotts though typically focused on Midlands/North regions rather than the South West.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/willmotts-transport-ltd

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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 →

Frequently asked questions about Willmotts Transport Ltd