Haulage Company You Can Rely On
At James Donnelly Ltd, we understand that reliable transport isn't just about moving goods from A to B; it’s about peace of mind, clear communication, and a partner you can depend on every step of the way. As a long-established haulage company serving Ireland, UK, we have decades of experience that made us a trusted choice for businesses large and small. Whether you’re moving general freight across county lines, require road haulage services for specialist loads, or need flexible scheduling to meet critical deadlines, we’re here to help. From your first call to delivery day, our friendly and knowledgeable team is dedicated to understanding your unique requirements and delivering tailored solutions that keep your business moving smoothly.
James Donnelly Ltd isn’t just another transport provider — we’re a partner who cares about your success. Our experienced drivers and support staff take pride in every journey, ensuring safety, reliability, and professionalism from start to finish. With daily freight services between Ireland and the UK and the capacity to handle everything from standard freight to more complex or heavy consignments, we make sure your goods reach their destination safely, on time, and with complete transparency.
Ready to move forward? Call us today to discuss your haulage needs.
What Makes Us Different
Specialist Solutions
Expert handling for abnormal, heavy, or time-sensitive loads using trained drivers and purpose-built transport equipment.
Daily Freight Services
Reliable, scheduled transport between Ireland and the UK, ensuring goods reach destinations safely and on time.
Secure Storage
Dry, monitored warehouse spaces suitable for stockholding, seasonal peaks, or long-term commercial storage requirements.
What We Offer
A Family-Run Business With A Legacy Of Trust
Established in 1940, James Donnelly Ltd brings over 80 years of experience in transport, storage, and logistics. Based in Portglenone, we proudly serve customers across Northern Ireland, Ireland, UK, and Europe. Our first lorry went on the road in the 1940's with our first warehouse being built in August 1985. As a family-run business, we've grown through reliability, trust, and a commitment to keeping businesses moving. Our team combines generations of knowledge with modern facilities and a personal approach, ensuring every client receives dependable and professional service. Give us a call to outline your transport, storage, or vehicle needs. We'll listen and provide tailored advice.
Why Businesses Choose James Donnelly Ltd
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Decades of Experience: Established in 1940, we bring over 80 years of expertise to every service.
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Versatile Fleet: Modern vehicles equipped for general freight, oversized loads, and specialist transport.
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Secure Storage: Flexible options, including units up to 40,000 sq ft, tailored to your needs.
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Customer-First Approach: A family-run ethos that prioritises your business requirements.
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Comprehensive Services: From haulage to HGV repairs, we're your one-stop logistics partner.
More Than Just A Transport Company
We provide complete logistics support under one roof. Our services include haulage between Ireland and the UK, secure dry storage from small units to 40,000 sq ft facilities, and professional HGV repairs. We also offer vehicle and container sales, supplying quality trucks, lorries, trailers, and equipment for purchase or rental. Each service is tailored to meet business needs, delivering efficiency, safety, and flexibility at every stage. We offer stable HGV driver roles with modern vehicles, competitive pay, and regular routes across Ireland and the UK.
Value
Focussing heavily on our efficiency allows us to offer very competitive quotations to you for a highly professional haulage service.
Reliability
We are committed to being on time, every time, while ensuring your goals are handled and transported with great care so that they arrive in perfect order.
Safety
Our fleet is diligently maintained by skilled mechanics while our fully trained and licensed drivers use on-vehicle telematics to make sure all vehicles meet the highest safety standards.
Fully Licensed and Driver CPC
All of our drivers are fully licensed for national and international haulage. Our drivers all hold full Driver Certificate of Professional Competence qualifications to drive heavy goods vehicles. Driver CPC is for professional truck drivers and all of our drivers take part in periodic Driver CPC training.
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