Llanelli haulier future proofs business by joining Pall-Ex distribution network
The family-owned Owens Group is a renowned name in the transport industry
Llanelli-based haulage firm Owens Group has delivered a new boost to its business by becoming shareholder members of distribution company Pall-Ex Group, expanding its delivery service eastwards.
The family-owned Owens Group is a renowned name in the transport industry, employing around 1,000 people across the UK that is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Reaching this milestone is testament to the quality lead approach of the business and its drive to deliver constant improvements for its stakeholders.
The firm has recently opened of its new flagship facility in Bynea, supporting the business with its logistics, pallet distribution, bulk haulage, and express and home delivery services.
Owens Group joined Pall-Ex in February and took ownership of longstanding Fortec member Celtic Couriers in late 2021.
For the Pall-Ex network, Owens Group covers parts of the CF postcode area, while Celtic Couriers makes collections and deliveries throughout the SA postcode area for the Fortec network.
From day one, Owens Group has been a family business, founded by Huw Owen in 1972.
Now group chairman, Huw was appointed MBE in the 2020 Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to employment and the community in Llanelli and South Wales.
Overseeing the daily operation of the business is Ian Owen, managing director of Owens Group.
Speaking about the factors that made the business choose to become shareholders in the Pall-Ex group, Ian said: "Being a part of the Pall-Ex and Fortec networks will give the group another service offering for its customers, with a euro pallet option alongside the standard pallet option.
"As shareholder members, we are working with like-minded, dedicated transport companies who are all invested in the success of the network.
"We are proud to have such a successful history as we celebrate our 50th anniversary and this is just the next step in our success story."
Pall-Ex Group’s managing director Barry Byers, oversees the Pall-Ex and Fortec networks.
He visited Ian and the team in Llanelli to welcome them and to see the celebratory livery himself.
Excited to have Owens Group onboard, Barry said: "Owens Group have a rich history of quality, pride and success and are a renowned name in UK and European logistics.
“I speak for everyone at Pall-Ex Group when I say we are very excited to welcome them to both of our networks where they will deliver excellence throughout South Wales.
“Welcoming Owens Group to our networks signifies that Pall-Ex Group’s shareholder opportunities are the best in the sector, and that our model works.”
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