Ashford International Truckstop rose to the challenge and called on its colleagues in the rest of the GSE Group to help feed 1,000 truck drivers unable to leave the country and stuck on the M20. Having contacted Kent County Council with an offer to donate food as part of its support… Read more »
Europe’s Largest Truckwash celebrates successful first year on new site
Lymm Truckwash is celebrating a successful first year on its new site, having supported the essential HGV industry throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Last October, the 54-year-old truck-washing operation relocated just 100 metres from its previous base to its new site at Poplar Park, situated just 30 seconds off Junction 20… Read more »
Logistics UK response to allocation of 29 potential lorry park sites
In response to emergency legislation passed by government to allow for the allocation of a reported 29 potential sites for lorry parks across the UK, Chris Yarsley, Logistics UK’s Policy Manager for Road Infrastructure, comments: “Logistics UK supports the development of suitable infrastructure to assist with border readiness; these sites… Read more »
Survey reveals HGV drivers are satisfied with motorway services but still want better value for money
In recent years the UK’s network of motorway service areas (MSAs) has transformed, with the arrival of big-name brands and high street eateries delivering greater choice and elevating the customer experience. But while improvements across much of the network have been plain to see for ordinary motorists, can the same… Read more »
Europe’s Largest Truckwash says thank you to key workers
Lymm Truckwash has been thanking customers and key worker HGV drivers with free refreshments whilst proving essential truck washing services. Lymm Truckwash washes around 60,000 trucks a year and is now starting to welcome back more of its regular customers as further businesses get up and running again. During the current… Read more »
Ashford International Truckstop named best in UK
Ashford International Truckstop has won the award for the best Large Truckstop of the Year 2019. The GSE Group owned site, close to junction 10 of the M20 at Waterbrook Park, was nominated by its customers for the awards, which are organised by the industry’s national trucking newspaper, Truckstop News…. Read more »
PJM Lorry Park will be closing its doors after many years of great service
PJM Lorry Park in Coventry, has announced that it will be closing its doors early on 27th January. PJM Managing Director, Paul Moore states: “It is with great regret that we are forced to close the lorry park due to the circumstances beyond our control. We’d like to thank our… Read more »
Truck wash operations excel at fresh Lymm Truckwash site
After three and a half years of planning, preparation and construction, UK Haulier member, Lymm Truckwash opened its new £2.3 million HGV Truckwash facility at Poplar Park, Lymm in Cheshire on the 26-28 November to customers and suppliers. Drivers were welcomed at the grand opening with hot drinks, mince pies… Read more »
Europe’s largest truck wash prepares to open new £2.3m Cheshire site
Lymm Truckwash Ltd – the largest and oldest truck wash in Europe – will open its new purpose-built Cheshire site on Monday 14th October, 100 metres from its previous location. The family-owned and managed business has invested £2.3 million in its move to Poplar Park, just 30 seconds off Junction… Read more »
‘Truck washing can be seen as a dirty industry, but in reality it’s a crucial service’
The female boss of Europe’s largest truck wash speaks out as the firm invests £2.3m in new Cheshire site. “As a woman in the male-dominated HGV industry, I can make the sector more accessible,” explains Laura Cardwell, the owner and managing director of Lymm Truckwash, in Cheshire. “I tend to stand… Read more »
