Industries

We serve a wide range of industries and our teams have specialist knowledge and experience of what is important for customers in each sector. Whether your priority is a need to accommodate short lead times, a fluctuation in volumes, adherence to strict time schedules, product security or co-ordination of deliveries with on-site teams, we can help.

We have years of experience working with both blue chip and small independent customers in sectors such as FMCG retail, manufacturing, equipment pooling, packaging and waste management.

Construction

Our Construction Division was established in 2014 and has grown significantly over the last 10 years. Our in-house team has over 100 years combined knowledge and expertise in the construction sector and of operating specialist vehicles.

Retail Distribution

Our Retail Distribution Division provides market leading, nationwide transport solutions tailored to the needs of retailers, wholesalers, and e-commerce providers.

Consumer Goods, Food & Drink

Our Consumer Goods, Food & Drink Division, developed over 30 years, uses our deep industry knowledge, ensuring the optimised transportation of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) across the UK.

Industrial & Engineering

The bwd Industrial & Engineering Division specialises in the planning and transport of heavy, oversized, and manufactured goods.

Equipment Pooling

We work with the leading pallet and container pooling companies, across the UK and Europe, to ensure the seamless movement of assets across supply chains and industries, optimising efficiency and minimising waste.

Paper, Print & Packaging

Our Paper, Print & Packaging Division is used by manufacturers, converters, and distributors. We transport pulp, paper reels, printed materials, and packaging products across the UK.

Recycled & Waste Materials

Our Recycled & Waste Materials Division supports the UK’s leading waste management companies, processors, and manufacturers. We deploy transport solutions for recyclables, recovered materials, and waste products.

Services

Contract Logistics

Consistent, on-time deliveries that maintain seamless operations with tailored solutions to provide service certainty without financial overcommitment. 

UK Transport Services

Daily movements the length and breadth of the UK, using our fleet or through partnerships with our trusted haulage providers.

Traction Services

Traction only services on a shift or trip basis. Contractual or ‘spot hire’ to suit your operations or support seasonal peaks.

European Freight Services

The movement of goods for UK import and export as well as cross-border throughout Benelux, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Ireland.

Customs Management

A dedicated and experienced multi-lingual customs clearance team that takes the hassle out of import, export and cross-border deliveries.

Anders Ripström | Sourcing Manager | Södra

bwd has a ‘can do’ attitude to meet our customers’ needs.

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