ABOUT US
Where Excellence Meets Family Values
Route 1 Group isn’t just an award-winning business; we’re a family-owned enterprise with a heart and soul deeply rooted in delivering customer-focused logistics and fulfilment solutions. Our prowess is channelled through three core sub-brands: Express Couriers, Two-Person Home Delivery, and Hand Assembly.
Established in 2013, Route1 Group has evolved into an acclaimed family-owned business, strategically headquartered in the thriving logistics hub of Northampton, further bolstered by distribution centres in Bristol and Durham. Over a decade, we’ve not only solidified our reputation as a premier Express Courier service, boasting an extensive vehicle fleet that serves a diverse array of industries but have also emerged as a prominent Two-Person Home Delivery solution, offering end-to-end logistics support tailored to the unique needs of e-commerce and offline home retailers specialising in large consumer goods requiring two-man delivery services.
But our offerings don’t stop there. We’ve extended our expertise to encompass Hand Assembly services, catering to a broad spectrum of clients seeking outsourced business support.
As our clients have embarked on their journeys of growth and diversification, we’ve traversed a parallel path, evolving into a service-centric enterprise. We’ve adapted to meet our client’s ever-evolving needs, positioning ourselves as a pivotal logistics and fulfilment partner. Our capabilities now encompass a sprawling 30,000 sqft warehouse and an on-demand hand assembly team.
At Route1 Group, we are a family business in every sense of the word. We hold our warehouse team and drivers in the highest regard, recognising them as integral members of our extended family, vital to making everything we do possible.
Route1 Group’s commitment to excellence extends beyond logistics and fulfilment; it pursues top-tier talent in short-term recruitment across various sectors, including Food Production, Commercial Recruitment, Warehouse & Industrial, Driving, Catering and hospitality. Fuelled by our entrepreneurial spirit, Route1 Recruitment was born and has since flourished into a thriving independent entity.
Lee Haines: Group Commercial Director
our mission & Vision:
MISSION
Our overarching mission at Route 1 Group is to elevate our clients’ operations, providing them with the tools they need to thrive and grow.
Vision
To be the number one Logistics and Fulfilment company in the UK
Route 1 Group is dedicated to elevating operations and fostering innovative partnerships. Committed to excellence, we navigate logistical complexities, ensuring seamless journeys toward prosperity. Our relentless pursuit of client satisfaction, adaptability, and ingenuity make Route 1 Group the catalyst for triumphs and a symbol of reliability.
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Route 1 Recruitment
The Genesis of Route 1 Recruitment: Where Excellence Meets Opportunity
Route 1 Recruitment specialises in permanent and temporary staffing recruitment across key service sectors in the Northampton region. Whether you’re seeking work or looking to recruit, we’re your go-to partner for short and long-term staffing, particularly in sectors such as Food Production, Commercial Recruitment, Warehouse and Industrial, Driving, Catering, and Hospitality.
With a GLAA license and ISO quality accreditations, Route 1 Recruitment stands as a beacon of reliability and quality in Northampton. With a focus on building strong client and candidate relationships, we ensure a seamless recruitment process.
Route 1 Recruitment naturally serves as our in-house HR team; please visit our Careers page for more details.
Highlights from the Logistics, Distribution & Transport Forum 2024
Last week, our team at Route1 Group had the exciting opportunity to attend the Logistics, Distribution & Transport Forum hosted by DPB Events.
Committed to Courier Compliance for Daily Deliveries in London
At Route 1, we take pride in our commitment to providing daily deliveries to London, ensuring that our high street retail clients receive the goods they need exactly when they need them
Case Study: Supporting a Well-Known High Street Store with Stock replenishment
At Route1 Group, we provide through-the-night deliveries to high street retailers, ensuring stores are fully stocked and ready for trading the next morning. This approach minimises customer disruptions, keeps shelves filled, and helps stores maintain optimal stock levels without affecting daily operations.