United Pallet Network was founded in 2001 with a clear vision – that independent hauliers, by working together, could build something stronger than the sum of its parts. From our central hub at Fradley Park, we’ve grown into a network of over 100 quality members, each playing a vital role in delivering nationwide and international coverage. For our depots, UPN means stable volumes, smart systems, and the strength of a trusted family of partners. It’s a story built on collaboration and shared success - and we’re still growing, together.
2001
UPN established
2006
First signature capture system
2010
New hub facility with 8,000 per night pallet capacity
2013
New sector leading mobile Track and Trace App
2014
New European palletised freight services announced
2016
Launch of signature capture app – SmartPOD
2017
New “paperless” paperwork system – SmartDOC
2020
UPN SmartHUB opens - 11,500 pallets per night capacity
2020
Sector leading contactless cross network SmartHUB IT launches
2020
TeamUPN key workers overcome pandemic challenges
2021
UPN celebrates 20 years of growth and success
2022
UPN SmartHUB 2 is introduced increasing capacity to 15,000 pallets per night
2022
Team UPN sign up to “Drive Service Quality” charter
2023
UPN introduce SmartSCORE customer feedback tool
2024
UPN Membership reaches 100+ High Quality Hauliers
2024
Groundbreaking Sustainability Initiative begins with Carbon Neutral Britain
UPN are committed to continued investment in new infrastructure, new technology
and new ways of working to help us to improve on our competitive edge and to boost our green credentials.
New technology
Environmental focus
New operational advances
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Meet the people powering UPN
Friendly, accessible, flexible, reliable, professional. That's UPN people. We will work with you and for you, to help you to deliver your promises to own customers.
Secure, reliable, and specifically for palletised freight. A national UPN network of 100+ member depots. Freight is collected and delivered daily across the UK, and Europe.
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