How we got to where we are today
Our journey started in 1960 as an agricultural subcontractor in the small Cumbrian Village of Hesket Newmarket and then really took off in 1970 with advent of Eddie Stobart
The Stobart Journey
Initially formed in 1970 by our eponymous founder Edward Stobart, we have come a long way to become one of the UK’s most well-known companies in the supply chain sector.
Now operating the UKs largest shared-user pay as you go transport network, Stobart delivers exceptional levels of service using both road and rail for the UK’s largest brands.
The business operates over 2,700 vehicles, c3,500 trailers, 43 operating centres throughout the UK, and employs c5,000 people.
Our company history
Timeline
New Doncaster to Mossend rail service
2022
New Doncaster to Mossend rail service
Stobart launches the new Doncaster to Mossend Rail Service, removing 25,000 weekly road miles and a saving of almost 2 million road miles per year.
Stobart driving school launches
2022
Stobart driving school launches
In May Stobart launches their Stobart Driving School, offering those who want to become a Stobart Driver the opportunity to gain their C+E License, from one of 4 Training Centres across the UK. In September Stobart launches the new Doncaster to Mossend Rail Service, removing 25,000 weekly road miles and a saving of almost 2 million road miles per year.
Stobart is acquired by Culina Group
2021
Stobart is acquired by Culina Group
In June 2021 Stobart is acquired by the Culina Group, the UK’s largest, independent, market leading logistics supplier in the UK.
Stobart acquires The Logistic People
2017
Stobart acquires The Logistic People
In August 2017 Stobart Logistics acquires The Logistic People, who specialise in the recruitment of high-calibre drivers and industrial workers, while also operating a same day courier service.
Stobart acquires 50% of Speedy Freight
2017
Stobart acquires 50% of Speedy Freight
Stobart acquires 50% of Speedy Freight on 7th July. Speedy Freight is a franchised business offering a 24-hour, same-day expedited freight service to businesses, specialising in single load, point-to-point, urgent deliveries.
Stobart logistics floated on the London AIM stock market
2017
Stobart logistics floated on the London AIM stock market
At 8am on the 25th of April 2017 Stobart Logistics plc floated on the London AIM stock market. This created a platform for future growth and enabled the introduction of an employee share incentive plan.
Stobart Logistics PLC acquires iForce
2017
Stobart Logistics PLC acquires iForce
Stobart Logistics plc acquires iForce Group Limited in April 2017 which provides e-commerce retail logistic solutions including warehousing, fulfilment and returns management. These services complement Stobart’s current business.
Stobart launches new sector
2016
Stobart launches new sector
Stobart launches a new Manufacturing, Industrial and Bulk business sector, resulting in multi-million-pound contract wins with Circle K and Aggregate Industries.
Stobart Automotive Uk is sold
2015
Stobart Automotive Uk is sold
Stobart Automotive UK is sold to BCA Marketplace PLC. Stobart retains Stobart Automotive Europe and concentrates its growth in the European market.
Stobart is acquired
2014
Stobart is acquired
Stobart is acquired and taken private by William Stobart and a consortium of investors led by DBAY Advisors Limited on 10th April 2014.
Learn more about the services we offer today
Retail
We’re involved in every aspect of the supply chain and have a logo history of providing comprehensive and versatile multimodal logistics to the retail sector.
Consumer
Flexible and agile road and rail transport and warehousing to short lead times under stringent handling practices for some of the UK’s best-now brands.
Ports
We understand Port Operations and we specialise in providing road and rail-based container transport services.
Eventor
We service our pan-European customers with full end-to-end logistics, comprising automotive, general haulage and warehousing, across all of our sectors.
Rail
Rail reduces carbon compared to road by up to 76% which is why we are continuing to invest to maintain our position as the leader in UK Rail logistics.
Get in touch
Interested in one of our services? Contact the team today to discuss your logistic needs. A relevant person from the Stobart team will respond to you as soon as possible.