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Connecting The UK – TPN Pallet Network

At YDL we are the people who care, handling your packages with care. APC Overnight, our parcel network, consistently achieves a fulfillment of on time deliveries for 99.8% of our parcels.

To ensure our pallet distribution could maintain the same standards we knew that partnering with The Pallet Network (TPN) was the right choice for us and the right choice for our customers.

Coupled with our 3rd Party Logistics warehouse we ensure that we fulfill all of your freight needs.

Today we’d like to talk about our wonderful partnership with TPN and how they help ensure that your pallets end up where they need to be, when they need to be there.

TPN Pallet Network – YDL

The Pallet Network is a distribution network that spans the UK. Comprising of 120 partner companies servicing 130 depots and three central hubs, The Pallet Network is the way logistics is meant to be.

By reducing mileage covered per collection and delivery and by reducing the area a single partner has to deliver and collect pallets within, The Pallet Network ensures an environmentally friendly and ultra-efficient way of ensuring your pallet gets to where it needs to be.

Each partner, of which YDL is one, is allocated a number of postcode areas and collects and delivers freight solely within those areas. The TPN Pallet Network consists of three major hubs, one in the North in Preston, one in Coventry for all the freight heading to or from the South-East, and one in Minworth for everywhere else.

Pallets are delivered to the appropriate hub and then picked up by their destination vehicle to ensure timely delivery in an extremely efficient manner, and means that each delivery vehicle runs less miles per delivery.

Sending your pallet(s) with YDL means that you benefit from the efficiency of The Pallet Network too, ensuring whether you want to receive a delivery from the South, or send one to the South, no where in the UK is out of our reach. With our delivery options to suit any budget we ensure our services are always within yours.

TPN Tracking

Your freight is valuable to you and it is even more so to us. When using YDL you know your packages are handled with care by people who care, and to ensure you know where your pallet is at every step of the way we take advantage of the TPN track and trace system.

TPN Tracking is run through TPN Connect, their own bespoke IT suite which allows both their partners and their customers complete transparency, control and all the management information a concerned customer or partner could desire.

With TPN tracking is easy, it has been built in house by logistic experts and is constantly updated in-line with the needs and feedback of both customers and partners alike.

Offering customers a way to book their own jobs, print their own labels and scan their own pallets, the beginning of the logistics journey can all be handled by the TPN tracking system. Pallets can be tracked all the way to their destination, all the while receiving e-mail notifications with estimated time of delivery and an electronic Proof of Delivery (ePOD) receipt. With 24/7 access to the TPN tracking web portal and a simple to use TPN app available on your phone, the TPN tracking system really has it all.

YDL Pallet Services

Using our YDL pallet services ensures you benefit from our partnership with The Pallet Network and the state-of-the-art TPN tracking system.

You will also benefit from our deep desire to listen to our customers and offer the flexibility you need and to handle your requests with a range of options to suit you.

We know punctuality is paramount in the shipping and delivery of freight and so we offer next day delivery, time critical deliveries, and Saturday services so that you can ensure your pallet arrives where it needs to arrive when it needs to be there.

We also offer an economy service which offers delivery within 2 to 3 days so that everyone, or those with less urgent deliveries, can still experience our world class service at a price that suits them.

We are able to ship single pallets, multiple pallets and fully loaded trucks. If you happen to be a smaller business without lifting equipment on site, our tail lift service has you covered.

And finally, for your clients and customers overseas we offer international shipping and delivery across the globe.

If you would like to find out more about our services and get in touch, click here for more info.

To learn more about our partners at TPN you can click through here.

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Grow Your Business Overnight with APC

The APC Network is a tightly built community of various delivery companies all around the UK These businesses work together to fulfil deliveries all across the United Kingdom. Here at YDL, we work closely with APC to ensure that we provide our customers with delivery services that are both reliable and trustworthy. This ensures your goods will be delivered in one piece as safe and as soon as possible.

Here at YDL, we work with The APC Network to provide you with quick and efficient deliveries. With over 115 depots across the UK, APC Overnight is one of the largest independent parcel networks in the UK. Find out more about the history of The APC Delivery Network and the benefits of using this service for your business below.

How your Business can Utilise APC?

You can use APC Overnight, regardless of the size of your business. Our APC Network services ensure your products will arrive at their intended destination for the time you need them. We offer tracked delivery services so you know exactly where your goods are at all times. If you are interested in using our APC Overnight services, please get in touch today.

APC Overnight Delivery Services

APC Overnight offers delivery services for the entirety of the United Kingdom. The APC Network is perfect for fulfilling a demanding supply chain in the fast-paced business economy which has emerged coming out of the Covid pandemic. Using The APC Network ensures your package will arrive at its destination on time, every time. Statistics show that APC consistently proves reliable, delivering 99.8% of parcels on time. APC takes advantage of its 115 independent UK depots to guarantee products are shipped quickly across the UK and beyond with our treble award-winning service.

Upon choosing APC Overnight delivery services, you are opting into a premium service that has been used by successful businesses around the UK.  APC Overnight provide a trustworthy service to fulfil the most time-critical orders. Whether it’s shipping a product to a customer or having a shipment of products delivered to a location, The APC Network can help.

Customer service you can trust

Here at YDL, we pride ourselves on the best customer service possible. We guarantee the punctuality of your products to their intended location and the safety of the contents within. We work closely with The APC Network to be the best we can be. Providing the best service to your clients for your E-commerce business couldn’t be any easier with our extremely reliable fulfilment network, APC.

 

We hope this blog has shown you the benefits of using APC Overnight and how this can help take your business to the next level. If you would like to find out more about The APC Network and the services we offer, please get in touch today.

 

 

 

Additional Services YDL Offer
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Additional services we offer

If you’re looking for a company that can tailor your package and suit your requirements, we are the delivery courier for you!

Here at YDL, we provide our customers with additional services, including international, haulage, same day, warehousing storage and fulfilment.

Firstly, let’s discuss why you should trust us as your new independent carrier of all your freight.

At YDL, we have won many awards for our excellent warehousing and logistics services and our partners APC and TPN help us offer you over 100 depots for our services!

Our international services

At YDL, we can offer international services for pretty much everything from small documents to large haulage loads.

We are a part of the TPN pallet network, which helps us provide international services for your pallets. For our parcels, we are proud to be a part of the APC delivery network; they are the biggest individual parcel network in the UK, also offering a unique, fragile service, and most importantly, they provide an international service.

What are the benefits of international trade?

There are many benefits of providing international services within your business. Below are some reasons why your business would benefit from using international services with us…

  • Your company is likely to have increased revenues when you provide international services simply because more people will be able to buy from you. Each country added to your list will open up a new pathway for your business to grow.
  • Having success in one country can lead to success in other countries which will also help to increase your growth.

Warehousing, storage, and fulfilment

We offer a comprehensive warehousing service. We provide over 200,000 sq. ft of warehousing. We guarantee both delivery and warehousing will be fast and efficient, and you can ensure that we can deliver your products efficiently.

Are you wondering if warehousing is the right choice for your business? Here are some advantages of warehousing:

  • Warehousing keeps your goods safe – Warehousing will minimise the risk of your goods getting damaged in the event of intense heat or rain, which can discolour and ruin your goods if not stowed away.
  • Security – Warehousing your goods will keep them safe from any vandals.
  • Storage – For businesses that are constantly getting new supplies in and sending supplies out, warehouses give you more space, especially if you want more stock.
  • Allows consistent production – If you are a company that likes to produce goods ahead of time, warehousing is beneficial for you. Having storage will help you to stay consistent.

Our haulage and same day services

As well as offering our network services, we provide same-day delivery for our existing customers. This is what makes us unique in being able to offer the full logistics solution.

We hope this guide has covered everything you wanted to know about our additional services. If you require more information about our parcel and pallet services, you can find it here. You can also download our TPN process guide to import and export here. We also have an APC process guide on shipping to Northern Ireland to, please click here to access this.

TPN- The Pallet Network
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TPN- The Pallet Network

Here at YDL, we are part of the TPN pallet network. We proudly run over 100 depots throughout the UK. We listen to our customers requirements which is the reason for our success. We offer flexibility to deliver services that are like no other company!

If you’re looking for a reliable pallet courier, a trusted TPN member is the best place to start. Listed below is more information about TPN, how they work and the benefits of using a courier in the network. We are an independent courier for all types of freight such as small parcels, like mail, packets and boxed freight all the way to large pallets that hold heavy materials.

Are you wondering who TPN are?

Here’s some information and history behind TPN.

TPN was founded in 2000, and in 2019 they were awarded pallet network of the year, which they still hold today. At present, TPN has 130 partner locations and has delivered 5m pallets in 2021.

They offer a cost-effective palletised freight delivery. The pallet network offers excellent and convenient service levels and efficient ways for regional distribution specialists to offer their customers a national service. TPN is also the most effective way to move pallets anywhere in the UK. They have the best postcode coverage and have track&trace which shows customers proof of delivery.

How does the TPN work?

TPN’s partner companies like us (YDL) collect and deliver freight within our allocated postcode areas. It’s fast, super-efficient and means that each individual partner performs a minimum amount of trunking.

Why choose pallet deliveries with TPN?

The service offers peace of mind because you can track & trace your pallets from your mobile phone. Wherever you are, rest assured you’ll never miss a parcel. This is especially helpful in the case of expensive or fragile deliveries! A forklift truck allows the pallets to be moved easily. By choosing TPN as your pallet courier, you are saving a significant amount on costs. Not forgetting you are able to ship your products in bulk. Instead of sending multiple stockpiles through normal delivery services, choose to use TPN.

Benefits of TPN and what they offer.

There are many benefits to TPN and how they add value to YDL. Below are some benefits.

  • International delivery- wherever you are, we’ve got you covered.
  • Saturday service
  • Next working day service
  • 2/3 day service for economy
  • Tail-lift services

The importance of using pallets.

Pallets are used for a lot of different things for businesses. They can offer storage and a base for assembling and transporting materials and products. Pallets provide vital protection to the product when they’re being transported to the final destination, ensuring they arrive intact.

 

We hope this guide has helped you understand and what the benefits of choosing them will bring. Are you interested in the services TPN can provide you? Contact us today via telephone or email or browse our services pages today, or to find out more about the services we offer, click here. For our latest news and blogs, click here.

Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge
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YDL’s Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge

At YDL, we support several charities. One of which is the Martin House Hospice for children and young people, for which we have their logo proudly displayed on one of our wagons.

On the 12th of March, some of the team at YDL took part in the Yorkshire Three peaks challenge to support the Martin House accumulator challenge. The walk was set out in the early hours of Saturday morning, the challenge for the team was to cross the summit of the 3 peaks and complete a 24-mile walk in under 12 hours. We successfully completed it in under 12hours!

 What does the Martin House Children’s Hospice do?

Martin House support and cares for families that have children with life-limiting conditions in their local community. All of the money raised will go towards more families and children who go to Martin House. Running places like this usually costs around £28,000 per day. Every donation made will help towards ensuring Martin House can keep providing essential care for the families that go to them for the best possible support.

The story behind our team’s name.

Kristian, a member of our team ‘Yankee Darcy Lima’. Has had support from Martin House since 2019 after the loss of his 6-year-old daughter Darcy. This is why ‘Darcy’ is part of the team name. Martin House has helped Kristian and his family by guiding them on the right path and providing support whenever is necessary. The walk was very special to Kristian as he could do it in the memory of Darcy.

 How much we raised

Our goal was to raise £3,000. We have currently raised an amazing £4,400 with 101 supporters. 48% over our initial goal!  https://bit.ly/3NORi4Q

What our team had to say

Kristian:

Why did you want to participate?

“It is a challenge I have been keen on doing since I moved to North Yorkshire 4 years ago, but the fact it was to be done under the premise of raising funds for Martin House Children’s Hospice made it even more appealing. I have first-hand experience of the work they do at the Hospice when our daughter, Darcy, passed away in January 2019 so it made it more special to be able to do this in her memory.”

How did you find the experience?

“Exciting! But during the climbs, I had a slight issue with my knee, and it made it difficult. I felt like I was hitting a wall halfway through, but the team dragged me through. It was a real buzz to say we completed it!”

How do you feel after completing the challenge?

“It’s amazing! A real sense of accomplishment and proud feeling to say I did it… with no training!”

 

Lauren:

Why did you want to participate?

“This was for an excellent cause which is very close to our hearts at YDL.”

How did you find the experience?

“The experience was possibly the toughest I’ve had to date. I am a very competitive person so the 12-hour challenge provided the motivation I needed to keep going, I knew if I didn’t complete within the 12 hours that I would feel like I failed the challenge.”

How do you feel after completing the challenge?

“I could barely walk when I got home, was one toenail down, and had blisters on every toe and on the soles of my feet, but, I felt extremely proud of the whole team and the efforts that every single one of us made. From exceeding the donation target to everyone completing the walk, it truly was a fantastic achievement for a very worthy cause.”

 

Matt:

Why did you want to participate?

“For Team Building and a great charitable cause”

How did you find the experience?

“Really enjoyed it, great fun with the whole team.”

How do you feel after completing the challenge?

“Looking forward to the next opportunity to do more charitable work.”