As the shortage of HGV drivers and couriers hangs like a dark cloud over the UK, business managers and residential customers alike are wondering how deliveries and supply chains will be affected. By default, Leicester manufacturers are naturally concerned that they will be unable to create brand goods because they do not have the necessary ingredients delivered to factories; shops and supermarkets are realising the delivery of some goods has slowed and is hanging in the balance. This all begs the question will there be a problem with doorstep deliveries? Is there likely to be issues with Leicester couriers? When supply is unpredictable, could the problem lie with your delivery services?
Leicester Industry And Leicester Couriers
Let’s first of all take a look at this midland city and the type of industries who will be crying out for Leicester couriers and HGV drivers.
Lying on the River Soar, Leicester is in the East Midlands. According to a study by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) in 2014, Leicester is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Projections from the study suggest that the city will be home to over 400,000 residents by 2035.
It is also a little-known fact that Leicester has the second largest city economy in the whole of the UK (second only to Nottingham). The city is home to a plethora of different businesses and industries including well-known names such as Bratano Footwear; Next; Shoezone; HSBC; Santander; Hastings Insurance; British Gas; British Telecom; Topps Tiles and Caterpillar.
Leicester, Textiles And Engineering
Historically Leicester has been associated with the production of textiles, clothing and shoes and even today manufacturing still continues in the city. For instance, ASOS and New Look still manufacture in the city. There are more than 1000 garment factories employing as many as 10,000 workers.
But in the 21st century Leicester is not just about textiles. Engineering plays a big part. You will find Transom Engineering (materials handling equipment); Jones and Shipman (machine tools and control systems) and Trelleborg (suspension components for rail marine and industrial applications). Engineering is certainly being nurtured in the city as engineering departments at Leicester University and De Montfort University offer apprenticeships with local engineering businesses.
Leicester Transport
Leicester has good links with London, York and Leeds via the M1 and numerous A roads. There is an excellent bus service and park and ride for those individuals who are wanting to use the renowned Haymarket shopping centre. The city has easy access to East Midlands airport which is a national hub for mail and freight services. The railway network offers connections with all major cities such as London, Sheffield, Birmingham and York.
Finding Leicester Couriers
All these businesses need Leicester couriers and drivers for quality delivery. The thriving industries in Leicester offer a hive of opportunity for couriers but how do you know, as a manager, you are working with reliable trustworthy services? How can you find those Leicester couriers who will offer the best options in these days when there appears to be such a shortage of qualified and skilled drivers?
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