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11th June 2024 | News & Community
Class 1 & 2 HGV drivers required in and around the Birmingham area. Call us on: 0121 327 4936 option 2 and ask for Simon Smith Email us on: simon@linklineexpress.co.uk
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25th July 2022 | News & Community
As you know the upcoming Commonwealth Games is taking place between Thursday 28th July to Monday 8th August 2022, which I am sure you will agree is great for the region of Birmingham. However operating in the transport sector as we do during this period will provide Logistical challenges affecting our local collections and deliveries within many areas of Birmingham. What do we know? The Main days that will affect our depot and transport operations are Tuesday 26th July, Thursday 28th July & Monday 8th August. The A34 main thoroughfare from Birmingham City Centre to Alexander Stadium will be closed on these days from 3pm if not earlier. Additional Road Closures in Perry Barr for Ceremonies On Thursday 28 July 2022, Alexander Stadium will kick-off the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games with a spectacular world class Opening Ceremony. In preparation of this and the Closing Ceremony which concludes the Games on Monday 8th August, there will be two dress rehearsals on Sunday 24th and Tuesday 26th July. You will already be aware of the plans that are being put in place to protect access for residents and businesses during the Games. These plans can be accessed online at Alexander Stadium (birmingham2022.com). The ceremonies will see more than 40,000 people travelling to Perry Barr across all four sessions. To ensure this runs as smoothly as possible, there will be some additional traffic management measures in Perry Barr including the closure of the A34 southbound from the Scott Arms to Perry Barr Station. Download Diversions (PDF) When is this happening? Traffic management and parking measures come into place in Perry Barr from Friday 22 July to Wednesday 10 August. Additional measures will be in place from 1500 – 0030 on Sunday 24 July, Tuesday 26 July, Thursday 28 July and Monday 8 August. What does this mean for you? On the four days of rehearsals and ceremonies only, the additional measures are: A34 southbound will be restricted to local access, Games traffic and local buses only from the Scott Arms to Perry Barr Station Aldridge Road will be restricted to only allow access to residents of the road, businesses, Games traffic and local buses only in both directions There will be no right turn from Walsall Road onto Aldridge Road, except for residents of the road, businesses, Games traffic and local buses Vehicles will only be able to turn left turn out of Rocky Lane onto the A34 There will be no access into Perry Avenue from the A34 southbound or access out of Perry Avenue A34 southbound Additional Vehicle Check Points will be in place on the A34 and Aldridge Road Please see the downloadable map ‘Alexander Stadium – Ceremonies’ Download Ceremonies (PDF) Advice for freight transport and delivery organisations: With the road closures and thousands of people travelling to Alexander Stadium, the area will be exceptionally busy. Follow these top tips: Where possible do not travel within or through the area on the four ceremonies days (Sunday 24 July, Tuesday 26 July, Thursday 28 July and Monday 8 August). If you do need to travel within or through the area, please do so before 1500. If travelling into Birmingham City Centre from the M6, please exit at Junction 6 and use the A38. If travelling into Birmingham City Centre from the M5, please exit at Junction 3 and use the Hagley Road. Please allow extra time for your journey, follow VMS and signage and instructions from marshals. For further details, see Alexander Stadium (birmingham2022.com). Deliveries in Birmingham City Centre: Please see attached letter outlining delivery restrictions in Birmingham City Centre. Deliveries will only be possible between midnight and 7am from Wednesday 27 July to Monday 8 August on the following roads Rear of Council House, Lower Colmore Row, Waterloo Street, Bennetts Hill, Temple Street, Lower Cannon Street, Ethel Street, Lower Temple Street, New Street and High Street. Download Deliveries (PDF) Abnormal Loads Please see attached letter from Central Motorway Police Group requesting you to not to move abnormal loads around the West Midlands during the Games. Please note there is a slight error in this letter on the dates of the Games. The Games start on Thursday 28th July and close on Monday 8th August. Download Abnormal Loads (PDF) In summary we expect there be to delays but rest assured we will do our best to meet all our collection and delivery requirements to usual expected schedules.
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6th December 2021 | News & Community
Tuesday 21st December Last day to collect for economy 48hr deliveries & to request economy 48hr collections from your customers requiring delivery on Thursday 23rd December Wednesday 22nd December Last day to collect for next day deliveries & to request next day collections from your customers Thursday 23rd December We will collect freight for delivery on Friday 24th AM only, Wednesday 29th to Friday 31st December and 2022. Friday 24th December* Collection service available up to midday only, preadvised Thursday 23rd December. Please note this freight will not be forwarded until the evening of Wednesday 29th for delivery on Thursday 30th and Friday 31st December and 2022. Saturday 25th December – Closed Monday 27th December – Closed Tuesday 28th December – Closed Wednesday 29th December A normal collection and delivery service available – AM only Thursday 30th December A normal collection and delivery service available – AM only Friday 31st December* Collection service available up to midday only preadvised Thursday 30th December Please note this freight will not be forwarded until Tuesday 4th January 2022. Saturday 1st January – Closed Monday 3rd January – Closed Tuesday 4th January 2022 Normal service is resumed except for Scotland as this is a Bank Holiday *Manifest cut off time is 12.00pm Please ring for details Wishing All of our customers a Happy Christmas and thank you for your continued support. Here’s to a safe and prosperous 2022.
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8th December 2020 | News & Community
Download the latest information Pallex – Brexit update – Minimising the impact to your business (PDF) Pallex – A Guide to Sending International Freight after Brexit (PDF)
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14th October 2020 | News & Community
Birmingham based Linkline Express Services Limited has welcomed Commercial Manager, Hayley Bagley to the company, a vital new addition to its senior management team. Hayley brings with her a wealth of logistics knowledge and an abundance of experience within the pallet network sector. She has hands on experience of stock management systems and with over fifteen years in the industry, has a proven track record for generating and nurturing new business. Building on her ability to manage customer expectations and thinking outside the box, Hayley is confident she can find the right palletised freight distribution solution for a plethora of West Midlands based businesses. “I am looking forward to getting stuck into the Commercial Manager role at Linkline and engaging with their customer-base around Birmingham” comments Hayley “The team not only has a solid reputation locally but being a shareholder member of Pall-Ex enables them to offer quality domestic and international solutions too.” The team at Linkline is led by Managing Director, Gerard Culbertson, who like Hayley, has a passion for ensuring his customers are offered the highest possible quality of service. He comments, Hayley is a great asset to our team and will be key to ensuring Linkline has a more prominent presence in the local area through her effective communication skills both in person and via the web. We look forward to her building and strengthening our local customer base.” Linkline is located in the heart of Birmingham and services the entire “B” postcode area for Pall-Ex. It has gone from strength to strength since its inception in 1992 and has ambitious plans for the future. Gerard continues: “We have some exciting plans coming to fruition in 2021 and I look forward to working with the strengthened senior management team to see our growth plans become a reality in what has been a challenging year.”
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11th April 2018 | News & Community
We have all heard about HS2 the new high speed transport system that is due to begin service in 2026. Whilst that may seem a long way off our building stands within the development area of this new rail link and consequently we will be moving from our long established premises in April 2018. However we are not going too far away and will be located at Unit N Dorset Road on the same business park. This is a new and exciting phase for Linkline moving into new premises enabling our business to thrive based right in the heart of our delivery and collection area.
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5th February 2018 | News & Community
Linkline Express Services Ltd is celebrating success after driving away with a coveted accolade from logistics giant Pall-Ex. The firm presented Linkline Express, from Birmingham, with the Regional Member of the Year award at a prestigious awards ceremony at the East Midlands Conference Centre hosted by comedian Sir Lenny Henry, as it celebrated a successful 2017 and hails 2018 its time to shine. The event also marked the organisation’s triumph in establishing itself as the number one pallet network for quality, having introduced operational changes to improve efficiency and load quality over the last 12 months, making it a market leader in damage reduction, and agreed partnerships with a number of big names. The winners of the Pall-Ex awards were all selected due to their growth during 2017, compliance, quality distribution, communication and partnership with Pall-Ex. Kevin Buchanan, Group managing director at Pall-Ex, comments: “We are proud of the contribution every network member has made to Pall-Ex over the last 12 months, which has enabled us go from strength to strength and firmly establish ourselves as the leading logistics network. “It has helped to establish us as the leading logistics brand in the UK and across Europe, and as the number one network for quality, which we will continue to build upon with a number of measures we are introducing during 2018. “We are delighted to present Linkline Express with our Regional Member of the Year accolade, which celebrates their high standards and achievements during 2017.” “Our awards were established to celebrate those within our network who have gone the extra mile to provide exceptional service to our customers and demonstrated their commitment to Pall-Ex, while offering us a great opportunity to reward those who have helped us excel over the last 12 months.” “We look forward to the year ahead and hope this event has motivated our members to view 2018 as their time to shine.” Gerard Culbertson MD at Linkline Express, comments: ”We are very proud to receive this award – it is a testament to our excellent staff. As a founder member we take great pride in striving for the top and receiving acknowledgement of our efforts. Thank you” Pall-Ex Group was formed by renowned entrepreneur Hilary Devey CBE in 1996 and is an award-winning network of quality hauliers, who collaborate to deliver leading palletised freight distribution services throughout the UK, Europe and beyond. With its headquarters and central UK hub located right at the heart of the Midlands, Pall-Ex has grown phenomenally since its inception in 1996. For more information on Pall-Ex, visit www.pallex.co.uk.
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12th January 2018 | News & Community
We also now offer a new service which is container receiving and de-stuffing. Goods are then palletised to customer specifications and shipped to the end user in the UK and Europe. Please contact us to quote you for a cost effective total transport solution for the receipt and dispatch of your goods.
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12th January 2018 | News & Community
If you are in need of storage either short or long term, we have a 27,000 sq. ft. warehouse fully equipped with racking in a safe secure facility Please contact us for details and rates
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21st December 2017 | News & Community
We donated £100 of toys and games to the Haven in Wolverhampton. Set up in 1973, The Haven Wolverhampton is a charitable organisation which provides both practical and emotional support services to women and children who are affected by domestic violence and homelessness. The Haven Wolverhampton is one of the largest independent charities in the UK and one of the largest refuge providers in the country. The pictures show the range of toys we purchased and handing them over to a representative from The Haven. The 2nd charity we supported was Macmillan Cancer – this was as a result of winning a raffle from one of our suppliers, the prize being a donation of £100 to a charity of our choice. The photograph shows our transport manager Steve Fleetwood (l) shaking hands with James Hines – senior consultant from Jobsworth Recruitment Solutions Ltd.
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