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• Montgomery Transport Limited’s Employee Health & Wellbeing Event (October 2011)
  
  
  
  Montgomery Transport Limited’s Employee Health & Wellbeing Event which was featured in the Newtownabbey Times.
   
• Montgomery Transport Supports Barnardo's (August 2011)
  
  Montgomery Transport Limited joined with Barnardo’s to promote their “Believe in Children” campaign on Tuesday, 16th August 2011 when Steven McBride, Regional Operations Manager for Northern Ireland presented a cheque for £597 to Anna Upritchard of Barnardo’s NI watched by Chris McMahon, Montgomery Transport’s fund raising coordinator.
  
  
  
  Montgomery Transport Limited has long supported the charity through payroll giving and cash donations and now most recently through a “Dress Down Friday” initiative.
   
• Personal Well Being – Workplace Support (August 2011)
  
  Some of the 50 employees of Montgomery Transport Limited and Rockmount Vehicle Maintenance who took part in a work place Quit Smoking and Personal Well Being clinic run by Northern Group Systems and Boots plc which was held in Glengormley on Wednesday, 17th August 2011.
  
  
  
  Those attending received advice on how to quit smoking, personal well being, alcohol and drug misuse and the risk of diabetes in modern lifestyles.
   
• Graduate Scheme Addition (June 2011)
  
  Montgomery Transport Group has recruited an additional graduate to its sales team, as part of its plan for future commercial development of the group's services.
  
  Alic Wright (Age 22) has joined the sales team in Preston as sales executive after completing his studies at Manchester University. Alic joins Ben Doherty (25) and Robert Wilcock (23) who joined Montgomery's sales team at the end of 2010.
  
  Montgomery's Sales Director Neil Cunliffe noted “we realised in 2010 that whilst we have an experienced sales team, there was a lack of youth in the team. I would like to think that Alic, Ben and Robert will be the sales managers and directors of our organisation in 10-15 years time, and maintain MTG's reputation for excellence in customer service ".
   
• Training Successes (May 2011)
  
  In the month of May the Montgomery Transport Group - Training Department has recorded a significant number of successes in our ongoing employee development plan for 2011.
  
  Periodic Driver CPC Training
  In May 26 drivers drawn from all of the transport groups driving teams successfully completed the Road and Vehicle Awareness Course which will give them a sound understanding of the legislative and statutory requirements associated with the operation of commercial LGV Vehicles and will refresh the key principles of best practise as determined by Montgomery Transport.
  
  Proficient Supervisor and Manager
  Senior managers from the Regional Operations team and Customer Services have successfully completed an arduous proficiency course on best practise in the supervision and management of resources and the cost effective utilisation of those resources to improve productivity. This course was not for the faint hearted and demanded a high level of personal contribution from all attendees.
  
  Frontline Management
  Some 18 representatives drawn from the middle management teams have completed a Frontline Management course. This course was undertaken over three days and is presented in a multi level interactive environment to encourage open debate throughout the learning process. Core areas examined included motivation, leadership and team building, performance management and decision making.
  
  HACCP
  The Health and Safety and Compliance department registered a gold star when one of the Compliance Administrators was awarded a Distinction in completing the HACCP Course for Production and
  
  Manufacturing
  All in all May has been a very busy, but highly rewarding month, for the trainers involved and it is hoped that all the employees who participated took something on board and will apply the principles demonstrated to ensure that we have a safer, highly motivated and efficient team environment as we seek to push Montgomery Transport Group forward toward 2012.
   
• "The Red Machine” Raises Money for Comic Relief (March 2011)
  
  On Friday, 18th March 2011 the Montgomery Transport Group aka, "The Red Machine” embraced the concept of Comic Relief in our most successful, single days fund raising in aid of this most worthy cause.
  
  With a massive £74 million pound raised by Comic Relief thus far in 2011 Montgomery Transport are proud to add £1,060 which was raised by the management and staff of the combined transport group companies through a variety of fund raising initiatives including the baking of buns, fancy dress initiatives, the shaving of heads and the removal of one singularly significant moustache.
  
  
  
  Without doubt this was an enjoyable day which raised a significant amount of money for Comic Relief. On behalf of the Company we would like to say thank you to anyone who donated or helped the Montgomery Transport Group to do something funny to raise money for Comic Relief 2011.
  
  In this our first year it was good to be part of Comic Relief and the national effort to bring us all a little bit closer to achieving a just world free from poverty, for everyone to have a laugh whilst raising money to help change countless lives and to be able to do that amongst friends and work colleagues made the whole experience worthwhile. With the success of our fund raising efforts on behalf of Comic Relief in 2011 we have no doubt this will be a regular event... already looking for ward to Comic Relief 2013!
  
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• Montgomery Transport & McMillan Cancer Care (October 2011)
  
  Members of Montgomery Transport’s social awareness committee presented a cheque for £250 to Macmillan Cancer Care after hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning in the Transport Groups operating centre.
  
  
   
• Site Visit of Garreth Maguire from Denbighshire (October 2011)
  
  Montgomery Transport were happy to host a visit for Gaz, sister Donna and Dad Tony when they dropped in to visit Montgomery’s operational hub in Preston. Our very own Paul Goulden and Shaun Davies were delighted to meet Gaz and show him the ropes. Garreth has been an avid truck watcher for many years and hopes to become a free lance photographer for the truck industry. We have no doubt that Gaz will achieve his ambitions and are happy to have been in a position to give him a sneak preview of what it’s like behind the scenes at the Montgomery Transport Group.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
   
• MONTGOMERY TRANSPORT GmbH (September 2011)
  
  We are pleased to announce the opening of Montgomery Transport GmbH in Wittlich Deutschland.
  
  
  
  Torsten Riotte has been appointed Geschäftsführer, formerly employed with Bickel Logistics in Luxemburg and Germany.
  
  Torsten who resides in Wittlich, is married with three children.
  
  Torsten can speak English, French and his mother tongue German. He sites his hobbies as his family, football, handball and travelling.
  
  For more information on Montgomery Transport GmbH.
  
  Please contact:
  
  Montgomery Transport GmbH
  Rudolf-Diesel-Straße 12
  54516 Wittlich
  Deutschland
  
  Tel: +49 6571 954860
  Mobile +49 1515 5117775
  
   
• Montgomery Transport Invest in Pan European Operation (Apr 2011)
  
  Montgomery Transport Limited is again pushing forward the boundaries of its European operation recognising strong growth signals from within the European market. In response to these positive signs Montgomery Transport has made a significant investment in their pan European operation by adding a further seven hi spec Mercedes to their expanding Euro Fleet and an additional 50 box van trailers to meet increased demands.
  
  
  
  Montgomery Transport is well positioned in the European market to offer high value, flexible service provision and looks to move forward encapsulating European customers seeking a secure platform for their logistic requirements into and out of mainland Europe.
  
  With the additional investment in high end equipment Montgomery Transport is in an exceptional position to meet the growing needs of the marketplace and offers a professional, high quality, secure service to customers who are seeking the best logistic solution for their supply chain network.
  For further information on any aspect of our business contact;
  
  - Neil Cunliffe, Sales Director at neil.cunliffe@montgomerytransportgroup.com
  - Nigel Moore, Operations Director at nigel.moore@montgomerytransportgroup.com
  
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• Montgomery Distribution – Fleet Investment (October 2011)
  
  Montgomery Distribution have recently purchased 4 brand new Double Deck trailers for usage in their Palletways operation.
  
  The 4 new Montracon Trailers with overall external heights of 4.9m will increase load fill and have been fitted with sloping fronts which will lower emissions in line with group objectives to reduce overall carbon footprint.
  
  
  
  The trailers have been liveried with Palletways branding as we continue to strengthen our partnership with the leading pallet network in the UK.
  
  This significant additional investment will continue to ensure that Montgomery Distribution is perfectly placed to continue to meet the needs of its customers and offer to a top quality and highly professional service to its customers.
   
• Montgomery Distribution - Gold Partner of Palletways (October 2011)
  
  Montgomery Distribution have recently been awarded Gold Partner status from the leading UK Pallet Network Palletways.
  
  
  
  This status is in recognition of Montgomery Distribution delivering the highest standards of service and commitment to fellow members of the Network.
  
  The Gold Partner status has been achieved based on excellence on a number of principles of partnership including service, volume, financial performance, marketing and corporate responsibility.
  
  Commenting on the award Graham Leitch, Network Director of Palletways stated:
  
  “Palletways together with our members aim to deliver a real and positive difference to our customer’s business performance. As a valued member Montgomery Distribution with their consistent excellence in service levels and constant innovations in developing new products and services are helping build the brand into our vision to be “the European Pallet Network” of natural choice for the distribution of Palletised freight."
   
• Customer Questionnaire (June 2011)
  
  Montgomery Distribution carried out a customer perception questionnaire during May. The aim was to critically analyse the business and ultimately try to improve service.
  
  Firstly we would like to thank all customers who participated in the survey.  On the whole we have been able to conclude that you are satisfied with the many different aspects of Montgomery Distribution.
  Summary of the findings is as follows;
  
  - Collection and Delivery times score consistently highly
  - Customers are positive about the reliability, helpfulness and expertise of our staff
  - Booking service and response to requests for quotations is efficient and accurate
  - Standard of the fleet is seen as excellent
  - Accounts provide fast, expert information and very helpful assistance when required
  
  Naturally we are extremely pleased with the results and the challenge now is to maintain the level of service while continuing to aim for 100% customer satisfaction.
  
  Attention to quality is an ongoing process for Montgomery Distribution and we always aim to improve on every level of service; the feedback received will be used to optimise performance.
  
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  Tank Washing Facilities (June 2011)
   
• Powder Tank Investment in Montgomery TankServices Ltd (October 2011)
  
  
  
  Montgomery TankServices have increased their powder tank capability with the purchase of twelve new Feldbinder tipping powder tankers.
  
  
  
  We have experienced considerable growth in powder tank movements over the last number of years and these additional tanks allow us to continue this growth into 2012 and beyond. Tanks are due to come into service January 2012 and will be of same build as the tanks in these library photos.
  
  For further information please contact:
  
  Des Hammond - General Manager on 07949 733997
  Paul Forsythe - Operations Manager on 07889 042958
   
• Montgomery TankServices understand that tank cleanliness is a critical part of tank operations and have invested in its Tank wash facility to enable them to stay at the forefront of Tank operations.
  
  
  
  A new high output hot air drying unit has also been included in the specification which reduces drying time of tanks resulting in quick turn round of vehicles with absolute certainty that tank and all lines are completely dry.
  
  A dedicated steam bay ensures tanks can be heated where necessary without affecting the capacity of the Tank wash facility.
  
  For further information please contact;
  
  - Des Hammond, General Manager on 079 4973 3997
  - Paul Forsythe, Operations Manager on 078 8904 2958
  
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• New ‘Logo’ for Montgomery Refrigerated (June 2011)
  
  Montgomery Refrigerated have just taken delivery of 35 new Montracon Fridges, all new Fridges will carry the distinctive Montgomery Refrigerated Logo.
  
  
  
  Already customers and members of the public are commenting on the striking Logo on each side of the new Fridges.
  
  Montgomery Refrigerated have now a fleet of over 100 Refrigerated vehicles.
  
  For more information please contact;
  
  - mark.snowden@montgomerytransportgroup.com
  - niall.greer@montgomerytransportgroup.com