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The Don Bur Team

Dave Burton
David Burton
Managing Director
David Burton started his trailer manufacturing career in 1981 and now directs the Don-Bur group. The business success is a testament to his driven work ethic.
Wed 29 Nov 2023
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Donald Burton
Founder
Don Burton, the founder of Don-Bur, has now retired and the running of the group has passed to his son, David Burton.
Wed 29 Nov 2023

About Don Bur

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A Potted History | Don Burton & The Don-Bur Group
Explore the rich history of Don-Bur, from our origins to becoming leaders in commercial vehicle solutions. Discover our evolution, milestones, and innovations.
Tue 16 Jan 2024
Documentation
Don-Bur Customer Service Pledge | Your Trusted Partner
Don-Bur is committed to building long-term customer relationships through transparency and exceptional service. Our team are dedicated to your success.
Thu 20 Jun 2024
Documentation
Don-Bur Quality Pledge: A Promise To Our Customers
Minimise downtime! Don-Bur builds trailers, bodywork & more for max efficiency. Quality, warranty & support keep you moving. Learn more about Don-Bur!
Thu 20 Jun 2024
Environment
Don-Bur Sustainability: A Greener Future for Transportation
Don-Bur builds sustainable trailers!♻️ Reduce waste, minimize impact, achieve net zero. Explore our eco-friendly solutions & end-of-life recycling.
Thu 20 Jun 2024

News

Don Burton 80th Birthday Cake
Don Burton Celebrates His 80th Birthday
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.
Thu 10 Oct 2013
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Don-Bur Celebrates Don Burton's 90th Birthday
Don-Bur celebrated a significant milestone today as they marked the 90th birthday of their founder, Don Burton.
Wed 11 Oct 2023
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Don Burton Receives Service To Industry Award at MT Awards
Don Burton has just been awarded the coveted Services to Industry award at the 2021 Motor Transport Awards.
Mon 06 Sep 2021
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Don-Bur Returns to the Commercial Vehicle Show in 2015
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.
Thu 12 Feb 2015
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Don-Bur Quarterly News Oct 2014
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
Tue 14 Oct 2014
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Cutting Edge Technology for Don-Bur with New Laser Cutter
In one of their largest investments to date, Don-Bur has invested £1 million in new bays, housing an advanced laser cutter; the first of its capacity installed in the UK. The new machine complements the existing plasma cutter, will triple production capacity and reduce handling time.
Fri 03 Oct 2014
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Don-Bur Self Steer Longer Semi Trailer Design Receives VCA Approval
The Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) has just issued their approval for Don-Bur’s Longer Semi Trailer Design, using a self-steer axle solution.
Tue 07 Feb 2012
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First Don-Bur High Volume Trailer For Wincanton
Yesterday marked the official announcement from the DfT to permit controlled trials of High Volume Trailers (HVT’s) and Wincanton has been working closely with Don-Bur to design and manufacture its first 15.65m long Teardrop™ pillarless tri-axle in readiness for the VSO (Vehicle Special Orders)
Wed 12 Oct 2011
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Don-Bur Quarterly Newsletter September 2015
Don-Bur excelled in 2015, securing major orders, investing in the production line, introducing innovations like 'Aeris,' and participating in industry conferences.
Tue 01 Sep 2015
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Don-Bur Manufacture 107 Lifting Double Deck Trailers For Yodel
Yodel Transport Ltd invests in 107 lifting deck Double Deck trailers from Don-Bur, boosting parcel delivery efficiency and reducing daily mileage by an estimated 7200 miles.
Wed 25 May 2011
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DHL & Don-Bur | New Curtainsider Teardrop Trailer
DHL Exel Supply Chain, the leading logistics services provider, and DON-BUR, experts in vehicle design, have announced the launch of an innovative new design for the Teardrop™ trailer.
Mon 05 Jan 2009
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Marks And Spencer Teardrop Trailers
Marks & Spencer is set to become the first company in the world to use a revolutionary, new articulated trailer, whose teardrop shape reduces CO2 emissions by 20%.
Sat 15 Dec 2007
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Don-Bur Cut Fabrication Time in Two with New Laser Cutter
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
Mon 23 Nov 2015
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Don-Bur Newsletter April 2016
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.
Tue 12 Apr 2016
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Online Chat With Live Agents Is Popular for Immediate Help
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.
Thu 04 Aug 2016
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Don-Bur Launches New Lifting Roof Trailer
For the first time, Don-Bur has manufactured a Lifting Deck tri-axle trailer design with a lifting roof for a well-known parcel company. 
Mon 27 Apr 2020
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Don-Bur Strives to Become COVID-SAFE
Don-Bur has been working feverishly behind the scenes to become 'COVID-Safe' in advance of a cautious re-opening of their manufacturing facilities.
Tue 12 May 2020
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2021 – A Year of Supply Chain Challenges
Supply chain shortages are continuing to challenge production targets and pricing structures.
Tue 27 Apr 2021
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Don-Bur | New Lifting Deck "Adapt"
The new Lifting Deck body shape, dubbed "Adapt", has just been launched which provides greater flexibility with load sizes, better compatibility with existing 4m high loading bays and improves aerodynamics.
Fri 17 Mar 2023
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Don-Bur Champions Sustainability | Alignment to EUDR
Don-Bur aligns with EUDR standards, promoting sustainability through transparent sourcing, supply chain collaboration, and annual EcoVadis CSR assessments.
Mon 18 Nov 2024
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Argos Delivers More Value with 60 Pallet Capacity LSTs
Argos has ordered 19 Lifting Deck Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) from Don-Bur with the largest internal cubic volume seen on British roads.
Thu 31 Jul 2014
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Don-Bur and RHA Launch Unique Load Restraint CPC Course
In an industry first, Don-Bur have teamed up with the Road Haulage Association to form an HGV load restraint CPC course designed uniquely by both the manufacturers and training providers to form the most comprehensive content.
Mon 23 Sep 2019
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Mothercare double deckers promise 69 percent space boost
DHL Supply Chain has added four Don-Bur double deck trailers to its Mothercare fleet. The trailers can carry up to 44 pallets, a 69 per cent more than a  standard 13.5 metre trailer.
Tue 15 Feb 2011
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Axis Launch Aircutter Trailer Offer
Leasing and rental company Axis Intermodal is looking to invest in more than 100 aerodynamic trailers to help its customers reduce their fuel bills.
Tue 01 Feb 2011
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DHL Makes Don-Bur Teardrop Standard
Leading logistics firm DHL Supply Chain says Don-Bur's Teardrop™ trailer has now become "standard spec" on all new trailer orders unless there is a compelling operational reason otherwise.
Fri 23 Oct 2009
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John Blood - A Celebrated Career At Don-Bur
John Blood, senior coachbuilder at Don-Bur for 52 years, witnessed industry evolution and Don-Bur's growth from 70 to 500+ staff. A dedicated journey, thank you, John!
Wed 27 Jan 2016
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Don-Bur Partners with Howard Tenens on First Scania 26T Gas Vehicle
Howard Tenens will be taking delivery of two 26-tonne rigid dedicated gas vehicles from Scania on 12th October 2017, the first of these vehicles types to operate in the UK.
Thu 19 Oct 2017
2021 Ecovadis silver medal
Don-Bur Awarded CSR Silver Standard
Don-Bur takes their approach to corporate social responsibility seriously.  The management ethos generates a sustainable and environmentally sympathetic foundation which encourages best practice and offers re-assurance to their client base.
Mon 25 Oct 2021
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Don-Bur Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Don-Bur celebrates 40 years of innovative and durable commercial vehicle bodywork. From a 70-member team to a £50 million annual turnover enterprise.
Wed 12 Jan 2022
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Sapphire Invests in Automated Curtain Strapping Machine
Sapphire Curtains & Cargo Control invests £700,000 in an innovative automated curtain strapping machine, setting new industry standards | sapphirecurtains.co.uk
Thu 09 May 2024
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Don-Bur Invests In Solar Panels Across Three Sites
Don-Bur invests £300,000 in solar panels across three sites, reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability.
Tue 11 Jun 2024

Used Trailers For Sale

Used Trailer - Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Lawrence David Tandem Urban Curtainsided Trailer 1
Used Trailer For Sale | 2010 Lawrence David Urban Curtainsider
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Used Lawrence David tandem axle urban curtainsider for sale with shutter rear closure.
Tue 19 Dec 2023
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Used Trailer For Sale | 2014 Lawrence David Tandem Urban
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Used 2014 Lawrence David 3.77m GRP urban trailer, tandem axle, roller shutter, Dhollandia tail lift, 2300mm internal height, 80% tyres, MOT until Oct 2024. Ideal weight test trailer.
Wed 01 May 2024
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Used | 2016 SDC Lawrence David Curtainside Trailer
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Used 2016 Curtainsider Trailer | Tri-Axle | 4.7m high freepost Lawrence David body on SDC chassis | Flush Fit Doors | EN 12642-XL rated
Mon 02 Sep 2024

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