Abbey Logistics — Liverpool

North West, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · L5 9SD

Company overview

Abbey Logistics is a specialist freight forwarder in Liverpool serving the North West and beyond since 1973. The company operates as a freight forwarder North West with expertise in bulk transport of liquids, powders, and packed goods across the UK and Europe. Abbey Logistics provides a comprehensive range of services including dedicated tanker haulage, warehousing, material handling, tank container services, and tank washing facilities. The company maintains a modern fleet of 600 liquid and powder tankers and offers 150,000 square feet of warehousing capacity. Ecommerce businesses requiring bulk shipment solutions, contract logistics, or complex supply chain management benefit from Abbey's 99%+ on-time delivery performance, 100% supply chain visibility, and average contract length of 15+ years. The freight forwarder North West operates within the SITRA Group network, extending coverage across Europe with international depot and partner networks.

Services offered

Bulk Powders Road Transport

Specialist road haulage for bulk powder transport across the UK and Europe using dedicated tanker vehicles.

Liquids Road Transport

Specialist tanker transport for liquids, including hazardous and non-hazardous materials, with full compliance and safety protocols.

Liquid Animal Feed Tankers

Dedicated tanker services for liquid animal feed transport with specialised handling and containment.

Warehousing

150,000 square feet of warehousing capacity supporting inventory storage and supply chain operations.

Tank Container Services

Tank container services and storage at Widnes facility with 22,600 square feet capacity for bulk liquid containment.

Tank Wash Cleaning

24/7 tank washing and cleaning services to maintain vehicle and container hygiene standards.

Silo Evacuation Services

Nationwide silo evacuation services for bulk material recovery and transfer.

Bulk Tipper Services

Tipper vehicle services for bulk material transport including powders and granular goods.

Material Handling

Bag-to-bulk and material handling services including consolidation and repackaging.

End-to-End Logistics

Full-service logistics solutions combining transport, warehousing, material handling, and supply chain management.

International Coverage

Europe-wide freight forwarding through SITRA Group network with depot and partner access across borders.

Location and coverage

Abbey Logistics is based at 199 Great Howard St, Liverpool, L5 9SD. They serve businesses across North West and the wider UK.

Frequently asked questions

What types of bulk cargo can Abbey Logistics transport?
Abbey Logistics specialises in road transport of bulk liquids, powders, and liquid animal feed using a dedicated fleet of 600 tankers. The company also offers tipper services for granular goods and material handling for packed goods. All transport is carried out with full safety compliance protocols.
Does Abbey Logistics operate internationally?
Yes, Abbey Logistics provides international coverage across Europe as part of the SITRA Group network. The company operates through a Europe-wide depot and partner network, enabling customers to access logistics services beyond the UK with coordinated cross-border transport and handling solutions.
What support services complement your transport offering?
Abbey Logistics provides warehousing (150,000 square feet capacity), tank container services (22,600 square feet at Widnes), 24/7 tank washing facilities, material handling, and silo evacuation services. These support services enable end-to-end logistics solutions beyond basic haulage, including inventory management and supply chain consolidation.
What is Abbey Logistics' track record on delivery performance?
Abbey Logistics reports 99%+ on-time delivery performance with 100% supply chain visibility through advanced IT systems. The company maintains an average contract length of 15+ years with existing customers and has delivered £1M+ annual cost savings on large contracts, demonstrating reliability for long-term logistics partnerships.
Can Abbey Logistics handle hazardous materials?
Abbey Logistics operates specialist tanker services for both hazardous and non-hazardous liquids with full compliance and safety protocols. The company emphasises road tanker safety across its operations, though specific hazmat certifications are not detailed on the website—contact them directly to confirm compliance for your specific material classification.

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