Q Delivery Services, a family-run UK haulage and logistics company, has entered liquidation after more than 13 years in business. The company, established in 2013 and based in Widnes and Bedford, described itself as an "end-to-end logistics company" offering haulage and warehousing across the UK.
Company background and services
Owned by Justin Young, the firm's website noted that his son had recently joined QDS to "bring a fresh perspective to help with pushing the business to new heights." The company operated a modern fleet of vehicles, offering part or full loads, next-day and same-day delivery, as well as Saturday services.
QDS also provided warehouse services nationwide, including long and short-term storage, stock management, and pick-and-pack order fulfilment for local deliveries. The business claimed it had become "one of the United Kingdom's premier logistics providers" and promised a flexible, reliable, and professional approach to all customers.
Awards and recognition
The company's website listed several awards, including the 2019 Chairman's Award for Depot of the Year (Palletforce), the 2019 New Member Award (Palletforce), the 2019 Brand Ambassador (Palletforce), and being a 2020 Motor Transport Awards finalist.
Before the liquidation, the business said: "At QDS, our aim is to continuously grow, refine our services, and supply the very best for our customers."
Liquidation details
Richard Cole and Stephen Kenny from KBL Advisory Limited were appointed joint liquidators on September 14, according to The Gazette. Records publicly available on Companies House show that the firm's most recent accounts were overdue, with the last filed documents covering the period up to January 31, 2023.
The liquidation follows a trend of several other UK haulage firms entering liquidation in recent months due to financial difficulties, including RP Bulk Haulage Ltd, JT Leyland Limited, and CVH Transport Services.
