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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)

Don-Bur announces a groundbreaking achievement with Allied Bakeries. They have unveiled a new generation of high-volume box van double deck trailers.

Lifting Deck Trailers were invented by Don-Bur in the 1980's and their high cube and fast-loading features now dominate the major fleets. Find out more now.

Don-Bur Debuts 4m High Teardrop™ Trailer for Fuel-Efficient European Hauling. New design optimizes aerodynamics and load capacity, saving 10% fuel and CO2 emissions. Visit donbur.co.uk to learn more.

When Don-Bur first started doing double decks over 30 years ago, they were commonly built at a maximum of 4.880m high (16'); however, of late, we have seen that limit being tested where the degree of clear space between trailer top and bridge has shrunk to just a few inches.

VT Lightboard boosts visibility and safety with bright, custom LED warnings—ideal for alerting drivers to workers or hazards near your vehicle.

There are a wide variety of bridge heights in the UK and whilst most motorways and dual carriageways are likely to be suitable for most double deck trailers, many other roads may not.

The Sapphire Graphics division has just splashed out almost £100,000 on a new Mimaki large format printer.

Used SDC tri-axle curtainsider trailer for sale with toolbox and smoothliner rear doors

Used SDC Chipliner for sale with gantry and ladder access to roll-over roof sheet.

Stay compliant with London's Direct Vision Standard (DVS). Learn about star ratings, Safe Systems, and the 2024 Progressive Safe System upgrade.

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 has built 25 straight-frame box van 15.65m Longer Semi-Trailers (LST’s) for a parcel courier, including an industry-first “wedge” shape with a full-length Lifting Deck.

Argos has ordered 19 Lifting Deck Longer Semi Trailers (LSTs) from Don-Bur with the largest internal cubic volume seen on British roads.

Explore Don-Bur's trailer innovations: Plasma Actuators, Teardrop design, and groundbreaking 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.

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

At the 2019 Commercial Vehicle Show, Don-Bur will be showing off their latest Lifting Deck trailer, engineered for optimal durability and to reduce maintenance by an estimated 12.2%.

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. 

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.

Coach Build vacancy in Stoke! Join us crafting top-tier commercial trailers. Skills needed: hand tools, deadline-oriented, read drawings, work in GRP, wood, and metal. Safety-conscious, adaptable, and quality-focused. Apply with CV to Lisa Blake, HR Officer: lisa.blake@donbur.co.uk.

Join our Electrical Team in Stoke! Craft premium commercial trailers for prestigious clients. Seeking auto electrics expertise. Apply to Lisa Blake at lisa.blake@donbur.co.uk

Repair Shop vacancy in Stoke! Skilled in MIG welding? Join us working on high-spec commercial trailers. Apply with CV to lisa.blake@donbur.co.uk.

Welding opportunities in Stoke! Join us crafting top-notch commercial trailers. MIG welding expertise? Apply now with CV to Lisa Blake, HR Officer: lisa.blake@donbur.co.uk.

Join us in Stoke-on-Trent! Fitting area vacancies. Contribute to high-spec trailers. Hydraulic systems experience? Apply now with CV to Lisa Blake, HR Officer: lisa.blake@donbur.co.uk.

Job Alert: Join us in Stoke-on-Trent! Vacancies in Body Building. Hands-on role crafting high-spec trailers for prestigious clients. Apply now with CV to Lisa Blake, HR Officer: lisa.blake@donbur.co.uk.

Don-Bur invests £100,000 in a new spray booth to enhance paint spraying capacity and efficiency at their Clarence Road site.

Rear Swing Pillars can improve loading access by allowing UK pallets to be loaded side-by-side without rearframe obstruction. Options for new build or retrofit.

Don-Bur delivers 16 innovative Box Van Lifting Deck trailers to Alliance Automotive, enhancing efficiency with tailored design and 960 tote capacity.

Discover the insurance coverage at Don-Bur (Holdings) Ltd, including Employers' and Public Liability, ensuring safety for employees and clients.

Discover the key April 2025 updates to the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness, including brake testing, MPRS, recalls, and compliance duties.

VT Banksman auto-braking radar detects hazards with 100% accuracy and applies brakes if the driver doesn't react—ideal for low-speed manoeuvres.

VT Turnaware PDS uses AI to detect pedestrians and cyclists near the vehicle, giving drivers audible and visual warnings—ideal for urban safety compliance.

The VT Illuminated Turnsign improves cycle safety by alerting vulnerable road users with bright, eye-level lights—ideal for DVS, FORS, and CLOCS compliance.

Blade panels are just 7.5mm thick, lightweight and extremely durable panels that provide a superior impact resistance and greater internal cubic capacity.

Why Camera Monitor Systems? The size of commercial vehicles and machines mean vehicle blind spots are a major factor in collisions across all industries.

Improving driver visibility is a key issue for vehicle operators. Safety devices incl. mirrors/cameras are common/mandatory under blind spot legislation.

Why Reversing and Warning Alarms? The rear blind spot is a huge problem regardless of vehicle/machine with reversing vehicles now accounting for a quarter of all workplace deaths.

Don-Bur's rapid-access Buckleless Curtain System (BCS) provides the ability to tension the entire curtain surface in a one button/lever action.

With impressive strength and rigidity, Coretinium® takes its inspiration from nature’s most optimised high performance materials.

Ecofont panels—a blend of glass-reinforced polyester, recyclable PET foam, and Gelcoat RAL 9010. Ideal for lightweight dry freight vehicles.

Vector® HE 19: Fuel-efficient trailer system with up to 30% savings, reduced weight, and improved control for an efficient cold chain.

Front bulkhead deflectors or 'domes' have become commonplace on aerodynamically-aware fleets conscious of  their impact on the environment.

The Modul series of telescopic landing gear is extremely versatile.

Enhance cargo security with Barndoor Integritas, a self-powered electronic lock and seal system offering real-time access logs and flexible control options for swing door vehicles.​

Enhance cargo security with the Barndoor FreightLock: a heavy-duty, pneumatic slamlock for swing doors. Ideal for high-value, multi-drop deliveries.​

Secure your cargo with the BDL Barndoor Lock—a robust, high-visibility lock designed for barn and swing door applications. Supplied with a heavy-duty Abloy Protec padlock.​

FreightLock IQ: Maple's air-operated slamlock for shutter doors. High-security, automatic locking, and electronic seal number generation. Remote access integration with telematics for reliability in harsh environments. Comprehensive audit trail for door events.

Maple Turtle Padlock cover: Robust trailer door security for long-haul deliveries. Deters theft with a two-part lock hasp, ideal for truck/trailer doors, secured by a high-security Abloy Protec padlock.

Maximize payload height without increasing overall height on a curtainsider with the Lifting Roof System. Vertical support pillars lift the roof, enabling side-loading of high loads without damaging the cant rail or pelmet, optimizing space utilization.