Manjeet Hayre has always believed transport is behind everything we do.
“Everything you eat, wear or use has been on a truck at some point,” he says.
That belief led him to start Central Transport, a Wolverhampton-based business specialising in ADR haulage work across the UK and Europe.
When they launched over a decade ago, they started small – just a couple of vehicles and a goal to build something reliable.
As demand grew, they expanded the team, invested in their fleet, and took on more complex jobs. But like many growing businesses, they faced a challenge: how to keep haulage vehicles busy, stay flexible, and still provide great service.
That’s when they turned to the Exchange. With access to trusted drivers, they reduced empty runs, secured haulage return loads, and took on larger jobs. Over the years, they’ve grown their fleet, expanded into new sectors, and continued to scale.
Here’s how Central Transport did it
In the early days, Central Transport used the Exchange to keep their vehicles moving.
We joined the Exchange to fill that gap,
Manjeet Hayre, Founder, Central Transport
“It helped us make sure we never ran empty.” says Manjeet.
At first, the goal was simply to stay on the road. But as the volume of available haulage contracts increased, they saw an opportunity to grow.
Their use of the platform evolved too.
“Now we’re posting loads out daily and picking up backloads all the time,” says Cam Ziemniak, Operations Manager. “It helps reduce waste, and quoting’s easier because you know what’s available.”
Cam uses the Exchange to reduce empty runs and save time.
“If I’ve got a job going to Manchester, I know I’ll find a return load,” he says. “All the info’s there – timings, vehicle size, contact details – so it’s quick to book.”
And when their own fleet is at capacity, they rely on trusted subcontractors.
“If I’ve got a job I can’t cover with our own fleet, I just post it on the Exchange and get it picked up by a subcontractor,” says Cam. “Most of the time, it’s covered within minutes. And because their haulage insurance and documents are already uploaded, I don’t have to chase anything — it’s all done.”
Results
Central Transport has been on the Exchange for over 10 years — a milestone that reflects how well the platform supports steady, long-term growth.
Over that time, they’ve grown from a small team with a couple of vehicles to a well-established haulage company taking on bigger jobs, new sectors, and cross-border work.
“We’ve been on the platform a long time now,” says Manjeet. “And that’s because it works. It’s helped us grow steadily and with confidence.”
And in just the last two years alone, they’ve expanded their fleet from two vehicles to ten — a direct result of the volume and flexibility the Exchange provides.
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They’ve also gone from subcontracting the odd job to posting loads every day.
“When I joined, I had no experience in transport at all,” says Cam.
But I saw the demand on the Exchange, and we followed it. That’s how we’ve grown.
Cam Ziemniak, Operations Manager, Central Transport
With access to a trusted network, they’re now able to take on larger jobs, respond to last-minute requests, and deliver better service – all without overstretching their resources.
Conclusion
For Central Transport, the Exchange is part of how the business runs day to day.
From avoiding empty runs and saving admin time, to helping with compliance and enabling growth, the platform has supported them every step of the way.
With plans to upgrade their fleet and expand into warehousing, Central Transport sees the Exchange playing a role in the next stage too.
“We’re not planning to cancel our membership anytime soon,” Cam says. “The work’s there. The system works. It keeps our drivers busy — and that keeps the business going.”
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