Our Story

The Goldstar Story

How we Became the UK's Number One Container Haulage Company

Our goal is to ensure that we deliver your container on time every time. After all, both our reputations depend on it.

Our team are always on hand to advise you and tackle even the most complex of supply chain challenges.

If it’s not Goldstar it’s not good enough.

1998

A Star is Born

From humble beginnings Goldstar was formed by a group of industry stalwarts with a small office team, a fleet of 4 Scania's and some seriously ambitious plans to shake up the Container Transport industry in the UK.

2000

The Dawning of a New Era in UK Container Haulage

A new millennium and radical change as Goldstar expand from Felixstowe and Manchester, as our Tilbury and Thamesport offices open their doors.

2008

Celebrating 10 years of Goldstar Service

A decade in business saw us achieve a turnover of more than 50 million, and we increase our driving force substantially ready to take on the next 10 years!

2013

15 Years a Charm

Firmly embedded at the forefront of the UK container haulage industry, we branched out into more locations. Our number of Depots and Container Parks grew to 9 nationwide.

2015

Breaking records and setting standards

Annual turnover hits in excess of £110 million handling over 1400 movements per day. Our sights are set on becoming the UK's premier container haulage business.

2020

When the Whole World Stopped, Goldstar Forged on

An unprecedented year which saw exceptional demand for our services due to the global pandemic. Our country came together to support transport industry keyworkers working under extraordinary pressures to keep our country safe.
We joined industry heavyweights Turners, bringing together two East Anglian-based haulage businesses with a similar heritage.

2022

Training Tomorrow's Drivers - Goldstar Driver Academy

We launched the Goldstar Driving Academy to support the industry in training more LGV drivers. We invested in 3 brand new Mercedes Actros training vehicles and built a talented team of Driver Trainers who worked to grow more Goldstar talent for the future.

The Future

A Shining Beacon

It has always been our passion and privilege to deliver excellence through imagination and innovation - using more effective logistics solutions to ensure our customers greater success. We’re looking ahead to a greener Goldstar and a bright, successful future.
Leadership

Management Team

You’ve heard the stories – now meet our brand-new Management Team. With decades of logistics industry experience between them they’re poised to drive Goldstar towards a bigger, brighter future within our industry.
Meet the Team
Our People

A Stellar Team

Whether in our offices or out on the road, our specially trained team are capable, hands on and get the job done.

Their in-depth knowledge of the haulage industry means we continue to be an agile company that rolls with the punches and is prepared for change.

It’s the can-do attitude of our people that take us from great to Goldstar.

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