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New members of the Transport Association

We’re delighted to announce that our friends at Alan R Jones & Sons have joined a network of over 60 haulage companies across the UK after recently being appointed members of The Transport Association.

The Transport Association, which was founded in 1955, is a network of like-minded organisations, which are mostly family-run - and consists of over 5,700 vehicles and 175 storage warehouses. This offers haulage companies a powerful opportunity to connect and collaborate with other businesses within the industry. Members are invited to meet twice a month in order to network, share industry information and resources, and connect with one another.

There are also numerous practical benefits for haulage companies who join the association, including:

• The availability of safe HGV parking throughout the UK

• Exclusive access to shower and truckstop amenities

• Increased driver well-being initiatives

This practical support is highly valued in the haulage industry, as a

Fundraising efforts

We are excited to announce that the Alan R Jones team successfully raised an amazing £1,000 for the local Velindre charity through their Christmas raffle.

We would like to express our gratitude to everyone who contributed by purchasing raffle tickets and donating gifts. Thank you for coming together to make a difference!

survey conducted in 2021 found that more than half of respondents rated parking spaces for lorries as being ‘fairly poor’ or ‘very poor’. More recently, a lack of roadside facilities for professional drivers was identified as a significant reason for the increasing driver shortages across the UK - emphasising just how vital the support of The Transport Association is.

We’re thrilled to have joined The Transport Association. In addition to the outstanding truckstop facilities and safe parking spaces that our drivers now have access to, we have also gained a valuable network of other organisations, who share similar experiences and challenges to ourselves.

We never underestimate the power of connections here at Alan R Jones, so we’re really excited for our next associate meeting! The Transport Association has already proven to be a great asset to our company, and we look forward to utilising the resources and support it provides.

New fleet support vehicle

Back in December, as part of our ongoing effort to invest in our fleet, Dan Smith, Alan R Jones’ Workshop Manager, was gifted a Ford Transit fleet support vehicle. The new vehicle features the distinctive blue “go faster” stripes, as well as the Red Dragon emblem, highlighting Alan R Jones’ strong roots and heritage in South Wales. It’s safe to say that it’s looking pretty great!