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Don-Bur proudly supports Kevin Griffiths’ Cancer My Arse Challenge, raising funds for cancer research and cycling towards hope and resilience.

Don-Bur celebrated a significant milestone today as they marked the 90th birthday of their founder, Don Burton.

Don-Bur launches new online Help Centre providing live chat, knowledge centre and tracked ticket system. Visit donbur.co.uk/help for expert support.

Don-Bur has just been awarded the coveted SafeContractor Accreditation for all of their service divisions including repair, maintenance, graphics, curtains, load restraint and after-sales.

Don-Bur celebrates 40 years of innovative and durable commercial vehicle bodywork. From a 70-member team to a £50 million annual turnover enterprise.

Don Burton has just been awarded the coveted Services to Industry award at the 2021 Motor Transport Awards.

Supply chain shortages are continuing to challenge production targets and pricing structures.

Vicki Worthington, Engineer at Don-Bur, shares her journey as a woman in logistics. Encourages women to pursue engineering careers. #WomensHistoryMonth

Don-Bur has been working feverishly behind the scenes to become 'COVID-Safe' in advance of a cautious re-opening of their manufacturing facilities.

Don-Bur has consulted with the HSE and, due to the current situation with the Covid-19 outbreak, they are relaxing enforcement "as a result of additional precautions people need to take to help reduce risk of transmission of COVID

Our heartfelt thanks go out to our Service divisions, who remain operational to support essential logistics operations throughout the Coronavirus crisis.

Today, Don-Bur are donating 200, high quality face masks to the Royal Stoke University Hospital as a gesture to alleviate some of the shortages now being faced by the NHS across the country as a result of the Coronavirus outbreak.

In light of the recent Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, we are encouraging the use of our various E-communication channels.

Don-Bur is investing £4 million in new plant, software and training to mass-produce a range of standard product types.

Amber Gregory was among many representatives on the Don-Bur stand at this year's CV Show, demonstrating various innovative safety features.

At this year's CV Show, Don-Bur are launching a host of innovative features that will excite the imagination of Fleet Drivers and Logistics Operators.

As part of their regular health and safety improvement drive, Don-Bur now have an in-house defibrillator which could save lives both at their main manufacturing plant and in the surrounding neighbourhood which includes a large number of domestic properties.

Don-Bur's online chat, launched in Feb 2016, handles 4,954 messages. Rapid, documented communication with a 15s wait time. Customers appreciate the convenience.

Enhance customer interactions with Don-Bur's online chat. Quick, customized responses, file sharing, and secure screen sharing. Explore e-communication at donbur.co.uk/chat.

Don-Bur Q1 Highlights: Teardrop for Jacksons Bakery, CV Show, Portola Packaging, Website Updates, Fuel Economy, Trailer Builder, Lasercutters, Curtainsiders for Hireco, EN12642-XL Presentation, Coach House, and 24/7 Assistance.

Don-Bur unveils futuristic tech at the Commercial Vehicle Show. See a glowing purple slip-stream and a mysterious electrical glow. Stand 5A50, hall 5.

Don-Bur boosts production with £1M laser cutter. New machine handles materials up to 6500 x 3100 x 20mm with 0.05mm/m accuracy. Visit donbur.co.uk

Don-Bur excelled in 2015, securing major orders, investing in the production line, introducing innovations like 'Aeris,' and participating in industry conferences.

After six years of absence, Don-Bur is making a dramatic return to the Commercial Vehicle Show, bringing with them a unique exhibit that will demonstrate several brand-new innovations.

Don-Bur Soars in 2014 with Investments, Innovation, and Market Share Gains. Invest in the future with Don-Bur's cutting-edge trailers. Visit donbur.co.uk

£100,000 has been spent on a contemporary design reception and well-equipped conferencing facilities to cater for the ever-increasing number of road-based clientele who need somewhere to hold internal meetings or speak to their suppliers.

Happy 80th birthday to Don Burton, founder and chairman of Don-Bur! His leadership and innovations have shaped the success of the company in the commercial vehicle industry.

Entitled 'Fuel Is Costing Us The Earth', Don-Bur has just hosted its first fuel saving forum on 16th September at the Britannia Stadium, Stoke-on-Trent.

Don-Bur has worked with Freight Best Practice to improve their carbon emission calculator which has since been accredited on the 5th November.