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Solstor is a transportation and logistics specialist offering solutions to a large variety of industry sectors . The company maintains a road freight network spanning the UK and Europe as well as its global air and sea services . Graham Doe , Managing Director outlines the company ’ s inception : “ The business started by meeting the requirements of UK fresh fruit importers who demanded cost effective and reliable services from Spain , France and Italy back in the 1970s . While we have evolved since that time , our core values remain focused on providing high levels of service and a seamless integration into a customer ’ s operation , all at a competitive price .”
Today Solstor ’ s services cater for customers shipping large and small volumes , with full load and groupage services available to fit customer ’ s needs , ensuring clients of all sizes can trust the business with their supply chains . services . Stringent processes , well trained colleagues and a strong quality assurance team are some of the key fundamentals that underpin the operation .
“ After Brexit , imports and exports in and out of the UK became significantly more complex . Solstor ’ s integrated services include customs and veterinary inspections , and this provides customers with an easy-to-use package of services to get their food products wherever they need to be .
“ The last five years has seen the business broaden the service offering to provide the same high-quality , cost-effective service to
Growth journey
Solstor is recognized as a leading player in the provision of temperature-controlled transport services for imports of food into the UK and exports of food from the UK into Europe . As Graham explains : “ Products are transported at a variety of temperatures and include frozen products such as ice cream and vegetables , and a wide range of chilled products including meats , dairy products , ready meals and fresh fruit , vegetables and salads . Each process requires care and skill to ensure the product arrives at its destination in great condition and at the right time .”
The company has further expanded its temperature-controlled distribution services through the provision of Good Distribution Practices pharmaceuticals services . Graham outlines the benefits this brings to the business : “ These services sit well alongside our broader range of British Retail Consortium ( BRC ) approved transport
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