Evans Transport Blog

Just another day at Fast Forward International

Lee Davison is the depot manager at Fast Forward International, part of the furniture some people may say! You never know what you are going to be asked to move next, and even after 30 years at the firm there is always something new going on. It’s the variety and the challenge that we enjoy, and a recent out of gauge movement from Italy to the UK is just another one of those can you help us out questions!

This particular shipment, on paper was too high & long for a conventional trailer, the easy option for most would be to arrange two low-loader trailers, but as you can appreciate the customer had a strict budget and part of the challenge is to find another way. This is what sets us apart from other forwarding firms and its great to have the freedom to get involved in any market. Therefore we decided the best equipment for this consignment would be an extending low loader, which would achieve the goal in one movement.

Prior to the wheels moving, we requested precise dimensions of all the equipment & weights, so that we could plan the best position of each item within the load and formulate a loading plan. Then we asked the client to send us all the commercial invoices and packing lists, so that we could also take control of the customs formalities required in Italy and the UK.

The loading date was set by the client, as they wanted to see the loading for themselves out it Italy, especially when the Italian shipper thought it would not be possible to load everything on one truck. The driver arrived as planned at the collection point out it Italy and between the driver, our customer and the handling staff, our plan was successful. This is when that attention to detail before the wheels start moving is rewarded, the collection point were so impressed that they even let the driver use the shower!

The following day the driver started his journey back to the UK, no issues with customs in Italy or in the UK, and even made the delivery back to the client in the UK the same week. The client was so impressed that we have been asked to complete more missions in the future!

Contact any of the departments at Fast Forward International through This link

Evans Transport is proud to have provided the vehicle for the Xplosion Dance and Cheer group to perform on during the Bideford Carnival. The group, which consists of children of all ages, put on a spectacular performance, and Evans Transport was delighted to be able to help them make it happen.

The truck was driven by Richard Palmer, who has been with Evans Transport for two and a half years. Richard takes a lot of pride in his vehicle, and it showed at the carnival. The truck was beautifully decorated, and Richard was a great ambassador for Evans Transport.

Richard has also won three commendations at recent truck shows for how well he looks after his vehicle. These are:

• 1st – Devon truck show in May – highly commended
• 2nd – Cornwall truck show in July – highly commended
• 3rd – Truckfest South west September – highly commended

Evans Transport is a local company that is committed to supporting the local community. We are proud to have been able to help the Xplosion Dance and Cheer group with their performance at the Bideford Carnival. We wish them all the best for the future. If you want to see what they are up to then you can find them on Facebook here

For all your General Haulage needs contact Evans Transport from here

Seymour Transport had a successful day at Truckfest 2023, the UK's largest truck festival. The event was held at the Cheshire County Showground on August 26-27, 2023, and Seymour Transport had a stand in the main exhibition hall.

The stand was busy throughout the day, with visitors interested in learning more about Seymour Transport's services and products. Seymour Transport staff were on hand to answer questions and provide information on our Haulage capabilities which extend to Mechanical Offload Vehicles, Silo Powder tanks and Cement Tankers.

Seymour Transport also had a number of vehicles on display at the stand, including its new range of articulated lorries. Visitors were able to get up close and personal with the vehicles.

Seymour Transport was also pleased to welcome a number of customers and potential customers to the stand. These visitors were able to learn more about Seymour Transport's commitment to providing high-quality services.

Evans Transport is proud to announce the arrival of 11 new Scania vehicles to its fleet. As part of the company’s commitment to delivering efficiency and sustainability, these vehicles are designed to offer increased reliability, lower fuel consumption and a reduced carbon footprint.

The vehicles boast a range of features including advanced driver assistance systems, improved aerodynamics and advanced fuel-efficient engines. The fleet also includes the latest Euro 6-compliant vehicles, which meet the latest environmental standards and ensure the lowest possible emissions.

The new Scania vehicles are helping Evans Transport to deliver the highest possible standards of service to its customers. By investing in the latest technology and equipment, the company is able to reduce its environmental impact and provide a better service to its customers.

The new vehicles also demonstrate the commitment of Evans Transport to its staff, the advanced safety systems help to ensure the safety of all drivers. With a range of features including lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control and emergency braking, the new vehicles are helping to make Evans Transport one of the safest fleets on the roads.

The new Scania’s are fitted with a range of driver comforts such as a fridge, heated and cooled leather seats, microwave, captains chair, rear cab lockers and more!

At Evans Transport, we understand the importance of delivering goods that our clients need, when they need them. That’s why we have invested heavily in our Builders yard, ensuring that we have the resources and capabilities to load our Crane vehicles with a variety of materials, including sand and aggregate, bricks, and blocks.

Our team of experienced transport planners are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality service. We strive to make sure that the materials you purchase are in safe hands and are delivered on time when you need them.

Our yard is a hive of activity, as hauliers we make sure that the vehicles and trailers are loaded to the highest of standards. We take great pride in making sure that the material is loaded safely and securely, and that the contents are protected during the journey. We use a variety of loading tools, including forklifts and cranes, this ensures loading is carried out quickly and efficiently.

Our experienced staff also ensure that the vehicles are loaded in the most cost-effective manner, helping to reduce transport costs for the customer as well as providing CO2 savings. We understand that each client has different requirements, and we make sure that we tailor our service to their individual needs.

At Evans Transport, we understand that delivering goods is about more than just transporting them from A to B. We strive to provide the highest quality of service, from loading to delivery. We’re proud of our Builders yard, and we’re committed to making sure that our clients receive the highest level of service.

We recently had the pleasure of a visit from an incredible little boy called Noah Wall. Noah was on holiday in North Devon and we thought he might enjoy a ride in one of our trucks. As you can see from the pictures he certainly enjoyed himself, almost as much as his mum Shelly did.
Some of you may have seen Noah on BBC DIY SOS Big Build a few years ago and more recently on the 20th Anniversary programme.
Noah was born with Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus but the worst part was he only had 2% brain. Well fast forward 7 years and the little boy that turned up at the yard was a funny, chatty inquisitive boy that now has 80% brain. He's a little miracle. Noah is paralysed from the chest down but that doesn't stop him trying new things and pushing the boundaries. It was an absolute pleasure to see him and his family enjoying their holiday.
If you would like to know more about Noah or perhaps follow him on social media we have put some links below.

Follow Noah on Instagram @hugsfornoah

Follow Noah on Twitter @HugsForNoah

Click Here - For Noahs Website

Click Here - For Noahs Facebook Page