At TST Group, we’re excited to share the latest developments in our journey of growth and expansion. As a leading logistics specialist based in Ballymena, we’ve recently taken on the Northern Irish operation for Pallet-Track, one of the UK’s top pallet networks. This step marks a significant milestone for us as we continue to strengthen our service offerings across the region.

Growing to Meet Demand

With this new chapter, we are expanding our team to support increased demand. We’re actively recruiting for 15 new positions, including 10 HGV drivers, 2 forklift drivers, and 3 administrative staff members. This expansion is driven by the growing volume of pallets we manage daily, which is expected to rise from 500 to 800 per day as we take on new Northern Ireland postcodes.

In addition, we are investing in our fleet to meet the needs of our expanding customer base. By the end of this year, we’ll have added 40 new trailers and 20 new trucks to our fleet, enhancing our ability to deliver logistics solutions efficiently and reliably. Already in 2024, we’ve committed over £5.5 million to our Northern Ireland operations, significantly boosting our fleet size and capabilities.

Building on Our Pallet-Track Partnership

Our partnership with Pallet-Track is at the core of this expansion. Having been a shareholder member since 2017 via our Birmingham operation, we are proud to lead the Northern Ireland operation for Pallet-Track now. This partnership allows us to offer even greater flexibility for customers, with the ability to move single pallets from Northern Ireland to the UK nightly, rather than waiting to consolidate full loads.

As our CEO Liam Reid highlights, “We are experiencing significant growth in our pallet distribution service as more customers choose to send single pallets overnight. Our commitment to expanding our fleet and team ensures we can continue to deliver the high-quality service our clients have come to expect.”

Our Vision for the Future

At TST Group, we are committed to modernising and expanding our operations to meet the evolving needs of our customers. With our growing fleet equipped with the latest technology and our highly skilled team, we are well-positioned to handle various logistics challenges, both in Northern Ireland and beyond.

From our humble beginnings, TST Group has grown into a major player in the logistics sector. Today, we operate more than 200 lorries and manage nearly 500 trailers, supported by a team of nearly 400 employees. Our logistics services span TST Transport, TST Logistics, TST Express, and TST Customs, and we proudly offer over 1.5 million square feet of warehousing space.

We’re excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to continuing our journey of growth and innovation, providing top-tier logistics solutions for our clients.

To learn more about our services or how we can support your logistics needs, visit tstgroup.uk.

Access the official Pallet Track Press Release here