Gregory Group & Don-Bur Partner on Thatchers Cider Trailer Refresh Project Thatchers Cider partners with Gregory Group & Don-Bur for a trailer refresh! Branded curtains & decals transform their fleet, promoting brand identity on the road.
Gregory Group Enhances Fleet with Specialised Don-Bur Rigid Bodies Don-Bur supplies 10 bespoke rigid curtainsiders to Gregory Distribution, featuring reinforced roofs, EN 12642-XL compliance, and advanced UV livery printing.
Amber Gregory Demonstrates Trailer Safety Features at CV Show 2018 Amber Gregory was among many representatives on the Don-Bur stand at this year's CV Show, demonstrating various innovative safety features.
A Brief History Of 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.
BPW Idem Telematics BPW Idem telematics enhances logistics with real-time data, improving fleet control and reducing costs.
Where can I find wiring instructions / diagrams / schematics? Wiring diagrams can be obtained from our electrical department depending on their sensitivity.
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
Don-Bur IT Infrastructure Developed Running seamlessly alongside the recent investment in new facilities, Don-Bur has allocated significant resource on networking, hardware and software across the Don-Bur group which will support the ‘DRIVE’ Programme (Dedicating Resources to Influence Value & Efficiency)
DP DHL introduces first Teardrop Trailer in Germany and France DHL adds one Teardrop trailer for use throughout Germany and France as part of its logistics solutions for its customer Airbus.
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.
First Sustainability Day of Deutsche Post DHL in Bonn For the first time, Deutsche Post DHL is issuing an invitation to attend a Sustainability Day at its head office in Bonn. The event will focus on a dialog with representatives from different areas of society to discuss various issues.
Green is the future as City Link take delivery of Teardrop trailers City Link is looking to cut its carbon footprint by switching to futuristic fuel-efficient trailers.
Don-Bur Invited To Downing Street In Recognition Of The Teardrop Four days before the start of critical global climate change negotiations in Copenhagen, a forward thinking company from the West Midlands has been invited to Downing Street to showcase how the UK’s low carbon innovation and partnership are already shaping business for the future economy.
Sunlight Aims To Save 10% With Teardrop Trailer The healthcare division of laundry services company Sunlight has just taken delivery of its first Teardrop™ Trailer.
UK Mail Tests The Don-Bur Teardrop Trailer UK Mail Group has taken a Don-Bur aerodynamic Teardrop™ trailer on a 12-month trial on a trunking route within its parcels network.
New EcoStream Sloping Roof Gives Fuel Savings For Businesspost Business Post and trailer builder Don-Bur have developed a new trailer design that saves in excess of £6,500 in fuel and takes over 24 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
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!
Don-Bur Supplies Temperature Controlled Curtainsiders to Gregorys Gregory Distribution has continued its longstanding Carrier Transicold specification policy with its latest delivery of five new Don-Bur refrigerated trailers, each equipped with Carrier’s Vector 1550 unit.
Deutsche Post DHL now charges trucks with a natural energy source TRAILAR is a sustainable, efficient and cost-effective solution which makes a significant contribution to reducing emissions from road transport.
Postal & Parcel Technology - Environmental Achievement 2018 Deutsche Post DHL Group (DHL) developed the TRAILAR solar transportation solution as part of its target to achieve zero emissions by 2050.
Bring Me Sunshine - Solar Powered Bodywork Roof-mounted solar panels on trucks and trailers are fast becoming a credible investment for operators looking to eke out even more efficiencies from their assets.
2021 Recruitment Drive at Don-Bur Following a sustained order book and high number of new orders, Don-Bur is investing to take on more staff to assist with the growth and success of the company.
DHL Takes To The Road With UK's First Electric 16-T Truck DHL, the UK’s largest logistics company today announces it has begun operating the first purpose-built fully electric 16-tonne vehicle in the UK.
Are You Ready For The Direct Vision Standards? London's Direct Vision Standards begin Oct 26, 2020. HGVs over 12T need safety permits. Check ratings, retrofit gear if zero. Apply to avoid fines. Don-Bur can assist.
Denby B-Double Ecolink to be Trialled after 20 Years Lobbying Dick Denby has been lobbying the government for the use of his B-Double artic trailer combination for over 20 years.
International Womens Day - Our sit down with Vicki Vicki Worthington, Engineer at Don-Bur, shares her journey as a woman in logistics. Encourages women to pursue engineering careers. #WomensHistoryMonth
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.
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.
Don-Bur Completes New Training Hub Don-Bur has just finished the build of a specialist training hub at their manufacturing plant in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent to provide dedicated resource to both apprentices and other trainees.
Sapphire Graphics Invests in New Large Format UV Printer Sapphire Curtains and Graphics, part of the Don-Bur group, have invested £750,000 in a new EFI VUTEk Q3r UV LED Printer which has improved efficiency and increased throughput by 700%.
LSTs (Longer Semi Trailers) to Become Legal from 31 May 2023 The DfT has today released a statement saying that "Legislation will be laid today (10 May 2023) to safely roll out the vehicles on roads from 31 May."
Profile: Steve Lovett Steve brings almost 30 years of transport experience, from vehicle collections to sales, to his Key Accounts Manager role at Don-Bur.
Profile: Donald Burton Don Burton, the founder of Don-Bur, has now retired and the running of the group has passed to his son, David Burton.
Profile: Chris Griffiths Chris is the Service Director of Don-Bur Group. He has been with the company since 1984 and has held the position of Service Director since 2016.
Profile: Richard Owens Richard joined Don-Bur in 2003 and manages marketing across the group, intellectual property rights and manages some key accounts.
Profile: Mark Wayman Mark Wayman, an experienced leader in the curtain and graphics industry, manages all aspects of Sapphire Group operations.
Profile: Neil Smith Experienced After Sales Manager Neil now heads the Parts Manager role at Don-Bur, bringing a wealth of expertise.
Profile: Steve Bridgwood Steve joined the Sapphire Group in 1989, initially as a High Frequency Welder at Sapphire Curtains. Since then, Steve has held various managerial positions.
Don-Bur Manufacturing: In-House Vehicle Body Production Discover Don-Bur Manufacturing Division: pioneers in commercial vehicle bodywork with cutting-edge design, precision engineering, and innovative solutions.
Your One-Stop Shop for Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Don-Bur offers nationwide support for trailers, rigid bodywork, light commercial vehicles and cars | Servicing, MOTs, refurbishment, conversions, and repairs.
Don-Bur Group Contact Details | Maps & Directions Need to get in touch with Don-Bur? Find our contact information, including phone numbers, email addresses, and directions to our locations in Stoke-on-Trent.
Profile: Lisa Blake Lisa brings 27+ years of HR experience in manufacturing to Don-Bur. Prioritising employee well-being, she fosters positive relations & professional development.
Sapphire Invests £700,000 in Curtain Strapping Machine Sapphire Curtains & Cargo Control invests £700,000 in an innovative automated curtain strapping machine, setting new industry standards | sapphirecurtains.co.uk
Don-Bur Unveils Lifting Deck Trailer for M&S at RTX 2024 Discover Don-Bur's latest Lifting Deck trailer for Marks & Spencer, unveiled at the 2024 Road Transport Expo. This innovative trailer maximizes capacity, enhances safety, and boosts sustainability for M&S's transportation needs.
Tackling Theft in Road Transport: Security Risks & Defences HGV theft cost UK operators £111m in 2024. Explore common methods and the security systems helping to protect goods and vehicles.
FAQs | What are the benefits of trailer contract leasing? Explore the benefits of contract trailer leasing with Don-Bur and selected trusted partners, offering flexibility, cost control, and access to modern trailers.
Dawes PeoplePanel® Flat Panel Side Guard Protection System Enhance road safety with PeoplePanel® – flat panel side guards, visibility increase, FORS compliant, lightweight, and customizable.
TVG The Vehicle Group CVAS - left turn speaker safety system Elevate safety with CVAS, a versatile audio warning system for HGVs and commercial vehicles. UK-manufactured, it offers programmable alerts, durability, and reliability for any environment.
TCG (The Vehicle Group) Oculux Vehicle CCTV Camera Oculux® is a purpose made vehicle CCTV camera, specifically designed for HGV and commercial vehicle use. Only made by TVG. The most advanced vehicle CCTV camera on the market.
The Latest Trailer Innovation 2016 Explore Don-Bur's trailer innovations: Plasma Actuators, Teardrop design, and groundbreaking safety features.