Welch Group

Welch Group is a family-owned transport and logistics business with 90 years of experience, proudly serving a diverse range of industries across the UK. From our humble beginnings as a local haulage company, we have grown into a dynamic and forward-thinking logistics provider, offering everything from haulage and warehousing to specialist transport and logistics consultancy services. Our long-standing commitment to customer service and operational excellence has allowed us to build strong, lasting relationships with our clients.

At the core of Welch Group’s philosophy is the belief that the logistics industry must evolve to meet the environmental challenges of today. We are continuously looking for ways to reduce our environmental impact while delivering outstanding service. Our recent initiatives demonstrate our commitment to sustainability, from installing solar panels at our depots to investing in the latest technologies, such as AI-driven route optimization, and low-carbon fuels like HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil).

We are also active participants in leading industry projects, including Innovate UK’s ZEHID (Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Demonstrator) and pioneering work on V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) microgrids, to help electrify HGV operations and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Our partnership with AI-optimization firm Optimize is just one example of how we are leveraging technology to reduce fuel consumption and cut emissions while improving efficiency across our fleet.

Benefits of membership

By joining the Centre for Sustainable Road Freight (CSRF), we are excited to build on these foundations and take part in cutting-edge research that aligns with our vision for a sustainable logistics future. We see our membership as an opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry and academia, exploring new technologies and operational strategies that can help decarbonize the road freight sector.

Our decision to join the CSRF is driven by our desire to be at the forefront of industry change. We believe that by working together with other stakeholders, we can accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future while continuing to provide the highest levels of service to our customers. Welch Group is committed to not only meeting but exceeding the evolving environmental standards in road freight, and our collaboration with CSRF will help us drive innovation, share insights, and collectively move towards a more sustainable future.