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  Eddie Stobart Transport Logistics and Warehousing. UK European Transport Services
Eddie Stobart has steadily increased its market share and developed its business across the UK and into Europe by being customer focused and offering flexible solutions to our customers unique requirements.
The three entities of the Eddie Stobart Group comprise of Eddie Stobart Limited, which includes UK haulage, UK warehousing and UK process management, Eddie Stobart International, which includes haulage and warehousing and Eddie Stobart Promotions, which include Stobart Motorsport, Stobart Shop and Stobart Members Club.
Eddie Stobart Directors, Andrew Tinkler and William Stobart along with...
www.eddiestobart.co.uk   (263 words)

  
  Eddie Stobart Ltd. - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Eddie Stobart Ltd. is the largest privately-owned (non-plc) haulage company in the United Kingdom, with a turnover of around £150M per annum.
The Stobart family are strongly religious, and have donated much of their wealth to local churches.
Eddie Stobart Ltd. is now a subsidiary of WA Developments International Ltd. The 2 companies at the moment have separate headquarters but are looking for a suitable site for a joint head office possible locations are Penrith, Cumbria, Carlisle and Warrington.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Eddie_Stobart_Ltd.   (486 words)

  
 consider.net - Message details
When E P Stobart first opened for business in 1957, it was a small agricultural firm, based in Hesket Newmarket, Cumbria; it sold fertiliser to local farmers, and acquired a handful of lorries in the process.
That Eddie Stobart was the first to insist that all its drivers wear uniforms - an innovation that many of its rivals have since adopted - was indicative of its approach.
Eddie Stobart merchandising - which includes toy lorries, tapestries, clothes, prints and teddy bears - is now worth £1.5m a year, but the prize possession of the true Stobart spotter is a copy of the fleet manual, which lists all current vehicles, their fleet number, registration number, make, livery and their given (female) name.
www.consider.net /forum_new.php3?Action=Display&newDisplayURN=200112100045   (814 words)

  
 Eddie Stobart, brain most famous and best loved lorry firm
Eddie Stobart is one of Britains best known and best loved lorry firms.
Eddie's second son joined the family firm in the 1960s.
Eddie Stobart Ltd was set up in 1970 and in 1976 they moved their operations to Carlisle.
www.mrandmrshedgehog.co.uk /hobbies/eddiestobart   (163 words)

  
 The Cumberland News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Eddie Stobart says that traffic commissioners elsewhere do not have “any issues” with the company.
In particular, the traffic commissioner was concerned that Edward Stobart, who had been transport manager before the takeover, had resigned as a director and appeared to be less involved in the business.
Mr Stobart was asked to attend the inquiry to provide evidence that his legal duties as transport manager were still being carried out.
www.cumberland-news.co.uk /news/viewarticle.aspx?id=221556   (483 words)

  
 Amazon.co.uk: The Eddie Stobart Story: Books: Hunter Davies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Eddie, together with his son, also Eddie, founded the nationally recognised transport fleet, Eddie Stobart Ltd, in 1970.
Eddie and Nora's love of the Lord is plain to see and evidently no secret amongst the many contacts provided by their busy lives.
Despite their obvious success it is clear that both Eddie and Nora have maintained their satndards and the Lord has blessed them bountifully.
www.amazon.co.uk /Eddie-Stobart-Story-Hunter-Davies/dp/0007115970   (837 words)

  
 Sophos keeps Eddie Stobart Ltd on the right road with anti-virus overhaul
Sophos, a world leader in corporate anti-virus protection, has been chosen by Eddie Stobart Ltd to protect the company's corporate network against virus attack.
Eddie Stobart Ltd, Britain's largest independent haulage and distribution organisation, will rely on Sophos to defend its entire operation against over 75,000 viruses, Trojans and worms, in addition to the hundreds of new viruses emerging each month.
Eddie Stobart Ltd will deploy Sophos's certified virus protection on servers and desktops and at the email gateway.
sophos.com /pressoffice/news/articles/2002/10/pr_uk_20021021eddies.html   (383 words)

  
 Eddie Stobart - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
--86.143.65.203 20:46, 9 March 2006 (UTC)Eddie Stobart is the father of Edward Stobart the British entrepreneur who created the successful haulage firm Eddie Stobart Ltd.
can anyone allay the rumour that Tesco's have bought a 47% share of stobarts or their holding company?
almost 900 lorries on the road, and a fan club with almost 30.000 members (stobart spotters).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Eddie_Stobart   (130 words)

  
 GTOS - Eddie Stobart Limited case study
Each Eddie Stobart Ltd depot processes thousands of proof of deliveries (PODs) each day, these documents are critical to the business as they are the only way Eddie Stobart Ltd (ESL) can prove they have made the appropriate deliveries for each customer.
By implementing the GTOS Solution Eddie Stobart Ltd have ensured that lost or misplaced PODs are now a thing of the past.
Eddie Stobart Ltd keeps their customers happy which ensures they use their service over and over again.
www.gtos.co.uk /eddiestobart.php   (211 words)

  
 News & Star   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Mr Stobart was asked to attend the inquiry to provide evidence that the legal duties of transport manager were still being carried out but he did not do so on legal advice.
His report also says that Eddie Stobart failed to show it had the £1million in ready funds that it was required to have to fulfil obligations under its licence.
Eddie Stobart says it will not comment on the traffic commissioner’s comments before its appeal is heard.
www.newsandstar.co.uk /news/viewarticle.aspx?id=213103   (511 words)

  
 Stobart Shop - the official Eddie Stobart Shop
If you are not currently a member of Club Stobart, you can join for only £12 and receive all sorts of discounts and benefits.
Released in celebration of Eddie Stobart's long successful partnership with Knauf, we are proud to issue this superb model of a mercedes Actros in the highly distinctive blue Stobart-Knuaf livery that's watched out by spotters accross the UK.
These limited edition prints represent excellent value to collectors of Eddie Stobart memorabilia and feature some of your favourite Eddie Stobart vehicles at work....
www.stobartshop.co.uk   (440 words)

  
 Calor ‘Can’ Help Stobart's Deliver
For most people, the first name that springs to mind when asked to name a haulage company is Eddie Stobart’s.
A prime example is Eddie Stobart’s service for Crown Cork and Seal, one of the world’s biggest packaging businesses, at its can manufacturing site in Braunstone, Leicestershire.
Kevin Ford, Eddie Stobart’s Braunstone operations manager, points out that Calor LPG has played a key role in supporting the company’s preferred logistics solution.
www.calorgas.co.uk /about-calor/press-room/eddie-stobart.htm   (560 words)

  
 British Rally News ~ Crunch Time for the Eddie Stobart Team
She lies third in the Production Cup for Group N cars in the Eddie Stobart Subaru Impreza, but Lorna has failed to score on two rounds so far, so she must finish this weekend and must score points to improve on her position.
Needless to say, both co-drivers will be working with their drivers and the rest of the Eddie Stobart team to ensure that they finish in the points.
Mark is not registered in the British series and since getting his hands on the wheel of an Eddie Stobart Ford Focus two events ago, he has hit the British Championship like a tempest during a calm day at the seaside.
www.ianhardy.net /news/fullnews.php?id=921   (749 words)

  
 EN - FEATURES   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Total turnover for the group is £140 million, with Eddie Stobart accounting for most of the sales, if not the profits.
Tinkler won't talk sums, but under the deal William had to dilute his 45 per cent stake in Eddie Stobart and finished off with 27 per cent of all of WA's business interests.
He was born 12 miles away in Kirkby Stevenson and despite the staggering growth of his businesses (the group is bigger than this year's Fast 100 review gives credit, especially now that Eddie Stobart has been added) he has remained loyal to the area.
www.entheweb.co.uk /article1.php?id=125   (851 words)

  
 VOLVO Curtainside Trailer Eddie Stobart - 'The Mirror'; 1/64 [CC87602] by Corgi
EDDIE STOBART LTD was the largest privately own Transportation Company in UK, and was sold to a development group just a last week (October, 2003).
Don’t be fooled — they may not be in familiar Eddie Stobart colours, but the names and diagonals on the bumper are the real giveaway.” This is a quote from Corgi Collectables Catalog from 2001 January — June.
SCANIA Curtainside Trailer Eddie Stobart - Knauf; 1/64
www.notatoy.com /product_info.php/products_id/680   (485 words)

  
 Model Trucks UK - T J Model Trucks - Corgi - Wedico   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
C3-254 is an Eddie Stobart ERF with Flatbed trailer and pallets in the Knauf Contract livery.
The electronics is all in the trailer and the steering is operated via a pin that slots behind the 5th wheel, so that as you steer, the pin moves to one side and drags the back of the tractor unit over to one side.
C3-229 is ERF Curtainside in Eddie Stobart Express Rail livery; £25.
www.tjmodeltrucks.co.uk /anews_old.html   (5838 words)

  
 BITSoftheBEACH: Convoy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
In a new sponsorship deal with Eddie Stobart Limited, each vehicle is branded in the distinctive Eddie Stobart colours - even down to their individual female names.
Convoy is a fun ride for the whole family and the Eddie Stobart branding enhances the ride experience.
Edward Stobart, Chairman and Chief Executive of the Eddie Stobart Group, said: 'Blackpool Pleasure Beach has a great tradition for entertaining generations of holidaymakers and as sponsors of the new Eddie Stobart Convoy ride we are delighted to join in the fun and to contribute to the enjoyment of millions of visitors.'
www.themagiceye.co.uk /id175.html   (526 words)

  
 Eddie Stobart   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Eddie Stobart wagons, everybody either loves them or hates them, or isn't really bothered one way or the other about them.
I am an avid member of the fan club, partly because I think they are a class company with class trucks, but also because of the social aspect of getting together with other members.
Yes fans, I know you are already thinking how can I fit this in with all my other social activities, well my standard answer to this is - follow your heart friend, follow your heart.
www.marcthompsonscrapbook.co.uk /eddiestobart/eddiestobart.html   (172 words)

  
 News & Star   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
POP stars Liberty X jetted in from London last night for the party of the year at Eddie Stobart boss Andrew Tinkler’s mansion on the outskirts of Carlisle.
TV star Keith Chegwin was also hired as compere for the party, which was organised to celebrate the successes of the Eddie Stobart motor sport teams.
Mr Tinkler, who bought haulage firm Eddie Stobart and runs it with business partner William Stobart, said: “The party is to thank the teams for a year’s hard work and hand out the year’s awards.
www.newsandstar.co.uk /news/viewarticle.aspx?id=313507   (322 words)

  
 Products: Diecast & Collectables : Corgi - Road Transport: Superhaulers
Produced from new tooling for 2003, the ERF twin-axle tractor is accompanied by a three-axle de-coupling trailer with opening rear doors, decorated in the eye-catching livery of Castle Multicem.
Eddie Stobart spotters will be delighted by this addition to the 1:64 range of Eddie Stobart vehicles.
Anyone who has sailed the Channel will be familiar with the sight of one or more of McBurney's great curtainsiders in their unmistakeable livery, here reproduced and which include working features such as decoupling trailer and opening rear doors.
www.toys-hobbies.co.uk /trolleyed/3/130/133   (460 words)

  
 Transport Web - Eddie Stobart Limited - Independent Distribution
Collection and delivery is the core function of Eddie Stobart Ltd. The company operates 365 days a year throughout the UK and Europe transporting a diverse range of products from manufacturing to consumer goods.
Eddie Stobart Ltd has vast experience in handling every type of consignment and load combination, offering a single or multi-drop option to and from any location.
The service is backed by efficient vehicle planning, and modern communication systems to ensure accurate tracking of vehicles and to maintain time-sensitive delivery schedules.
www.transportweb.com /directory/details.php?id=13244&category=249   (115 words)

  
 Transformers Transformers Truck: Stobart In Disguise - TFormers.com
For families across Britain, Eddie Stobart is a household name and the trucks are guaranteed to accompany any long haul journey.
After 20 years the toys are as popular as ever, coupled with the exciting news that a new cartoon series is beginning in September, plus Steven Spielberg is producing a blockbuster Transformers action movie set for release in 2007.
Eddie Stobart operates nearly 800 vehicles throughout the UK and Europe and each truck has it's own unique girl's name, a tradition that started in the 1970's.
tformers.com /article.php?sid=4864&mode=flat   (1561 words)

  
 Leyland DAF Curtainside - Eddie Stobart - Corgi Classics - Collectiques.co.uk for Diecast, Models and Kits
Eddie Stobart LTD - Leyland DAF Curtainside - In Display Case.
Established in 1970 in North East Cumbria, Eddie Stobart Limited is now the largest independent road hauler in the UK with more than 700 trucks on the road.
With their striking livery - a familiar sight on todays roads, every vehicle in the company's immaculate fleet carries a girls name.
www.collectiques.net /shop/catalogue/esldaf.html   (149 words)

  
 Land Rover - Eddie Stobart - Corgi Classics - Collectiques.co.uk for Diecast, Models and Kits
"The Corgi 'Eddie Stobart' models produced to date have been a great success and I am extremely pleased that this series has been added to complement your Collection.
Although the models are purely fictional, they represent an excellent reflection of 'what might have been'.
I hope you, the Corgi Collector, enjoy the series as much as I do and that Eddie Stobart will be associated with Corgi for many more years to come."
www.collectiques.net /shop/catalogue/corgi/esl/landrover.html   (158 words)

  
 eBay - eddie stobart, Diecast, Toy Vehicles, Transportation items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
CORGI EDDIE STOBART VOLVO CAB and CURTAINSIDE TY86719
Corgi VOLVO Eddie Stobart trailer TY86705 RRP £10
EDDIE STOBART LTD CORGI CLASSICS FORD TRANSIT VAN BUS
search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=eddie+stobart&newu=1&...   (409 words)

  
 Join for Free   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Access to Eddie Stobart Fans is granted via a username and password system, therefore you will need to choose those details you wish to have assigned to your membership.
Get even more out of your Eddie Stobart Fans Membership by becoming a Gold Class Member for just £5:00 a year.
As well as the Vehicle Gallery, get all the latest news on the fleet with the Eddie Stobart Fans Fleet listing, updated with all the information you need to help make that spotting trip a success, the listing will also tell you if there is a picture of that vehicle within the Vehicle Gallery.
www.eddie-stobart-fans.co.uk /Join_for_Free/body_join_for_free.html   (297 words)

  
 :: Guest Area ::
We offer our members a free access site, but controlled, we also offer many sections for readers to view whilst visiting Eddie Stobart UK, Once you have finished viewing this page, why not join our members area.
All you need to do is click to Join Now link below and email us with a username and password and an email address and you will be added to the Members Area.
This usually takes up to 72 hours to process and once it has been approved we will email you confirming membership.
www.eddiestobartuk.co.uk /guest/index.html   (146 words)

  
 British Rally News ~ Eddie Stobart Commits to British Rally Championship
Paul will also drive his Ford Focus Rally Car in Eddie Stobart Motorsport colours in the ANCRO Rally Championship as the dates fit in better with his Superbike schedule, plus selected rounds of the British Rally Championship, but full details will be issued when everything has been finalised.
The Eddie Stobart Motorsport Team will reveal full details of its plans at BRC Live at Bramcote near Nuneaton on Saturday 9th April.
In 2002 he finished 6th overall on Wales Rally GB and last year was on course to repeat that result and finish top privateer in the Eddie Stobart Ford Focus until the penultimate stage when the greasy conditions caught him out, the car locked up, the engine stalled and it slid into the bushes.
www.ianhardy.net /news/fullnews.php?id=1049   (805 words)

  
 :: Rally World Magazine ::   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
There were many reasons to be cheerful in the Eddie Stobart Rally Team at the weekend at the conclusion of the Trackrod Rally Yorkshire.
Equally delighted were Barry Clark and Neil Shanks in the Eddie Stobart Subaru Impreza who took maximum Kwik-Fit Pirelli Production points (as Milner is not registered) and his performance has set up a tantalising finish to the final round of the British Championship next month’s Tempest Rally at Aldershot.
And there appeared to be a ‘new member’ of the Eddie Stobart rally Team at the weekend.
www.rallyworldmagazine.com /eng/phpnews0.php?subaction=showfull&id=1128911983&archive=&start_from=&ucat=3   (830 words)

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