Palletways
Palletways
Palletways Freight Services
Tendring Express Services is proud to be part of the Palletways network – the UK and Europe’s leading palletised freight distribution system.
Why Palletways?
- A nationwide UK network of 120 members, 140 depots, 5 major hubs and industry-leading drop density
- Over 45,000 pallets handled daily across the UK
- Access to offshore islands and hard-to-reach locations
- A network built on speed, cost-efficiency and reliability
View Palletways Service Options
Service Levels & Delivery Options
- Premium and Economy Services
- Economy Day of Choice
- Timed Deliveries
- Saturday AM
- Evening Delivery
- Home Delivery
- Amazon Delivery
Booking & Scheduling
- Book-ins
- Collection Monday to Friday
- Full UK Collection (including offshore islands)
- Local Area Dedicated Services
Handling & Special Requirements
- Tail Lift Services
- Handball
- Reverse Logistics
Tracking & Notifications
- Full Online Traceability
- Scanned POD
- ETA – Two-Hour Window on All Deliveries
- Text Notifications
- Email Pre-Alerts
From Local to Offshore
Whether it needs to arrive Edinburgh tomorrow, Exeter on Saturday or the Shetlands next week, the UK Palletways network can deliver. From dedicated local delivery to premium, economy and off-shore service, you choose which service best suits your needs and we will make sure it happens efficiently.
With full online tracking and fast digital proof of delivery, you can stay fully informed from start to finish for total peace of mind.
Tendring Express services is a Palletways platinum club winner, this means we are in the top 7% of the network for service, growth and sustainability. Palletways platinum club showcased the elite members of the palletised freight network. All whom excel in service, volume growth and sustainable initiative. All winners and highly commended members have the same principles as Palletways benefiting you by delivering a more efficient logistics solution for your palletised freight.
View the Palletways Conditions of Carriage here
Track. Notify. Deliver. Every Pallet, Every Time.
Palletways Portal
The Palletways Portal gives you full transparency over every pallet’s journey, with real-time consignment data and end-to-end visibility you can rely on.
Palletways ID
Forklift-mounted technology provides full traceability of your pallet through imaging and barcode scanning, delivering accurate weight and dimension data in seconds, even while the forklift is in motion.
Customer Convenience
Provides your customers with a two-hour ETA window for better planning, along with real-time track and trace functionality via the Palletways website.
Saturday Delivery
The Palletways network offers a convenient option for customers seeking delivery outside of the working week on a Saturday morning.
The extensive network of member depots across the UK all link into the Palletways regional hubs where pallets are consolidated and exchanged for onward delivery to their destination. That means you get great service from Tendring Express combined with the speed, cost savings and security of the highly efficient Palletways network.
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Improved Cost Efficiency
Palletways is a highly efficient network of members optimises transport routes for faster delivery at a lower cost.
Happier Customers
Palletways range of comprehensive delivery options deliver the convenience, flexibility and reliability customers expect.
Greater Visibility
Seamless and integrated technology that enables your customers to keep track of their deliveries and get an estimated time of arrival for total peace of mind.
Total Control
Every pallet is scanned into and out of the Palletways hubs to maximise efficiency, increase security and ensure goods always arrive in perfect condition.
Get a Quote
For more information about any of our delivery services or to discuss how we can tailor our solutions to meet your specific needs,
please don’t hesitate to contact our dedicated team.
For more information about any of our delivery services or to discuss how we can tailor our solutions to meet your specific needs, please don’t hesitate to contact our dedicated team.
Track your Delivery
Stay updated with our live tracking parcel service, ensuring full visibility of your same-day, next-day, and international deliveries. Whether you're expecting an overnight parcel, pallet delivery, or express courier shipment, our track and trace UK system provides real-time updates for complete peace of mind
Track My Parcel
View live parcel tracking with APC Pinpoint Software.
Track My Pallet
Get up-to-date tracking on your
pallet deliveries.
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View and rearrange your delivery for a day that suits you.
Next-Day Parcel & Pallet Delivery – Fast & Trackable
Our Vehicles
At Tendring Express Services, we operate a modern and dependable fleet, now enhanced with the addition of our latest Renault vans. Our diverse range includes box vans, panel vans, 7.5t, 12t, and 18t trucks, as well as articulated units and trailers. To uphold the highest standards of performance, safety, and environmental responsibility, all vehicles in our fleet are replaced within a four-year cycle. This proactive approach ensures we consistently deliver efficient, reliable, and sustainable transport solutions.
At Tendring Express Services, we operate a modern and dependable fleet, now enhanced with the addition of our latest Renault vans. Our diverse range includes box vans, panel vans, 7.5t, 12t, and 18t trucks, as well as articulated units and trailers. To uphold the highest standards of performance, safety, and environmental responsibility, all vehicles in our fleet are replaced within a four-year cycle. This proactive approach ensures we consistently deliver efficient, reliable, and sustainable transport solutions.
Award Winning Strategies
We are proud to be recognised with multiple awards, including the APC Overnight Annual Development Award, Gold UPN Network Awards, and Palletways Network Platinum Awards.
Sustainable Logistics
As members of UPN, a carbon-neutral network, we are committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible logistics. Our operations prioritise eco-friendly practices, including the use of fully electric forklifts.
Fast, Reliable & Secure, Same-Day, Next-Day & International Delivery
Trusted by Our Customers
At Tendring Express Services, we are committed to providing reliable, efficient, and customer-focused logistics solutions. Don’t just take our word for it, hear from our satisfied customers, who trust us for their courier, storage, and delivery needs.
"We’ve been using TES for our deliveries for years, and they’ve never let us down. Their same-day service is always reliable, and we can trust them to get our products to customers on time, every time."
Clive G
"TES has been a fantastic partner for our business. The customer service team is always friendly and helpful, and their delivery service is consistently fast and efficient. We wouldn't trust anyone else with our deliveries."
Teresa M
"Since partnering with TES for our overnight deliveries, we've been consistently impressed. Our customers rely on getting their orders the next day, and TES has never let us down. Their service is very professional and the staff are always friendly."
Adam B
Our Location and Facilities
At TES Express Services, we offer over 25,000 sq ft of premium warehouse space across two strategically located sites. Our Wix facility spans 10,000 sq ft, while our Witham location provides 15,000 sq ft of operational space. Both facilities are designed to streamline our logistics operations and are equipped with state-of-the-art onsite container ramps for efficient container devanning, ensuring quick and seamless processing of goods.
