H. Parkinson Haulage - Administration

H. Parkinson Haulage, a family-run haulier established over 65 years ago, entered administration on 5 August.

The company was based in Preston and operated out of five bases in the North West traffic area and one base in Wales. It had a standard national licence for 85 HGVs and 160 trailers.

David Acland and Lila Thomas of FRP Advisory were appointed joint administrators.

The reasons for the administration are currently unknown, but the company previously spoke out about the challenges facing the industry, including fierce competition, supply chain disruptions, driver availability and inflation.

Various Lloyds Bank entities have registered charges against the company.