Montgomery Transport Group has been named the National and International Haulier of the Year at the annual Export & Freight Transport & Logistics Awards 2025. The prestigious award, sponsored by Iveco NI Trucks, was presented at a ceremony in South Belfast, celebrating an industry that has demonstrated immense resilience and perseverance.
The judges were particularly impressed with Montgomery Transport’s scale, technology, and reliability. The company operates one of the most modern fleets in the industry, backed by advanced warehousing and real-time systems that deliver outstanding service across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Their success is a testament to their ability to provide an integrated, technologically advanced, and sustainable logistics partnership, offering a full suite of services including Transport, Distribution, Customs, Freight Management, and specialised TankServices.
A key factor in the win was the company’s customer-centric approach, which is powered by cutting-edge technology. Customers import raw materials from China and the Americas into their warehouse to store for customers, who then call off their goods through the company’s Warehouse Management System (WMS). Montgomery Transport Group then delivers these goods, collects the finished products, stores them in their warehouse to then be dispatched across the UK, Europe, and worldwide.
This system provides real-time inventory visibility, helping clients with precise demand forecasting and reducing the risk of stockouts. Additionally, the company employs AI-driven analytics to predict seasonal demand patterns, allowing for proactive adjustments to inventory and staffing. These systems have helped cut order processing times for customers by 20%.
Montgomery Transport Group also stands out for its strong commitment to sustainability. The company has invested in electric forklifts and renewable energy systems at its facilities, which helps reduce the environmental impact of its operations. They have also retrofitted a significant number of their fleet with automatically adjusting wind deflectors to further improve fuel efficiency.
Steven McBride, Managing Director of Montgomery Transport Group, commented on the award, “We are incredibly proud to receive this award. It is a true testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire team and validates our commitment to innovation and customer service. I would also like to thank Export & Freight, the judges and the sponsor for this award.” This recognition celebrates the team’s vision and the profound impact they have on the logistics industry.
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