Our Fleet
FORS Silver Compliant
DVS Compliant
Live Order tracking
ALLMI Training
Our Fleet
Founded in 1986, our fleet has grown to over seventy 44-tonne HGVs, and in 2026, we are looking to grow that even further. Our modern, fully invested fleet comprises 73 crane-offload vehicles, including:
- 2 8-Wheeler Rigids
- 20 Drawbars / 6-Wheeler Rigids
- 54 Articulated Units
Our fleet is built around turbo compound Volvo tractor units. The Volvo D13T460A TURBO‑TC engine is currently the most fuel‑efficient diesel engine available, ensuring that our operations are as efficient and environmentally responsible as possible.
Family Run
With decades of experience, we make every project run smoothly.
Hauling Since 1986
Celebrating 40 Years Supporting Our Customers.
Nationwide
We operate nationwide, with multiple operating centres dotted around the UK.
Vehicles
Various vehicle types. Up to 26.5-tonne payload capacity.
depots nationwide
with coverage across the country
of our own vehicles
and our dedicated team of subcontractors and owner drivers
years in business
Trusted experts delivering nationwide
Our Fleet
Over 75 of our own vehicles in our modern fleet
Artic
Brick Crane
- 26.5 tonne payload
- 12m bed space
- All Volvo vehicles
54 in fleet
Drawbar
Brick Crane
- 26.5 tonne payload
- 12.5m bed space
- All Volvo vehicles
20 in fleet
8 Wheel Rigid
Brick Crane
- 18 tonne payload
- 8m bed space
- All Volvo vehicles
2 in fleet
6 Wheel Rigid
Brick Crane
- 13 tonne payload
- 6m bed space
- All Volvo vehicles
20 in fleet
Supported by a network of dedicated and vetted subcontractors and owner drivers
Fleet Safety Technology
Our fleet is equipped with advanced safety technology to support driver awareness and reduce the risk of incidents, including:
- Volvo radar‑based Autonomous Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS)
- 360‑degree camera systems to eliminate blind spots
- DVS‑compliant vehicles, ensuring enhanced visibility for vulnerable road users
- Volvo Connect telematics for real‑time monitoring of driver behaviour, vehicle performance, fuel efficiency, and safety‑critical alerts
These technologies enhance situational awareness, support safe driving behaviours, and contribute to our consistently strong safety performance.
Some of Our Clients
Yes, at SJ Messenger Haulage, we deliver reliable national haulage services across the UK. With a fleet of over 70 vehicles, we transport materials and goods between sites efficiently. This helps us support businesses with both one-off movements and ongoing haulage contracts.
We handle a wide range of loads, including bulk materials, palletised goods and construction-related freight. Our experienced drivers and modern fleet ensure safe, compliant transport nationwide.
To ensure compliance and safety, all of our drivers complete structured induction, one-to-one shadow training and ongoing refresher programmes. As an ALLMI-accredited training centre, we ensure lifting operations and site deliveries are carried out safely and compliantly.
To maintain fleet reliability, we have established our in-house engineering division: Messenger Maintenance. This division provides full repair and service support for our own fleet as well as haulage operators across the region.
Our commitment to reliability and delivery performance is reflected in our On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) performance over the last five years. We have consistently achieved 97–98% OTIF performance, reflecting disciplined planning, clear communication and our commitment to delivering exactly what has been agreed with our customers.