SW Group announced that it has invested in four triple deck 15m trailers for Segen UK.
A statement said that the deal, which represents a £250,000 investment by SW Group, aims to improve cost efficiencies and contribute to a reduction in CO2 emissions, aligning with the long-term sustainability goals of both companies.
The triple deck trailers, designed to transport solar panels and other renewables equipment, will operate from Segen’s distribution warehouse in Medway, Kent, managed by Wincanton.
According to the statement, solar panels have a large pallet footprint of up to 2.4m x 1.1m, but due to the fact that only eight panels are typically needed per home, the depth of each pallet is 0.4m. Since the pallets cannot be stacked without risk of damage to the fragile panels, it noted, this results in wasted cubic space in conventional double deck trailers.
Clive Oakley, managing director of SW Group, said: “Today’s announcement underscores SW Group’s continued commitment to optimising cost efficiencies and reducing carbon emissions—not just within our own operations but also for our valued customers. Our long-standing partnership with Segen has always been centred on delivering high-efficiency, sustainable logistics solutions, and this new initiative takes our collaboration to the next level.”
Mike Eaton, operations director – Warehouse and Logistics, Segen UK & Ireland, added: “Segen is committed to improving distribution costs and efficiencies while moving towards a net-zero business model. Central to this is our focus on reducing the environmental footprint of our entire distribution network, from manufacturer to consumer, and working closely with like-minded partners who share our sustainability goals. This investment by SW Group is a clear demonstration of how our enduring partnership continues to deliver value for both companies.”