Hazardous Transportation

Nationwide next-day ADR distribution

At Bowker Transport, we have a strong reputation for our efficiency and expertise as hazardous transportation specialists throughout the UK and Europe. Renowned in the chemical industry, we're known as the 'safe pair of hands' that specialises in the handling, storing and transporting of packaged dangerous goods. If you'd like a no-obligation quote, click the link below and get in touch.

In house Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor's
COMAH Warehouses Across the UK
CILT's Top 30 Logistic Service Providers
Transport News 'Northern Haulage Company of the Year'
Founding Members of Hazchem
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ADR transport services

Our vehicles are fully equipped to carry dangerous goods, and our drivers are trained beyond statutory requirements to ensure goods are carried safely and securely. In addition to ADR transport services, we operate COMAH warehousing. Our suitably equipped sites provide cross-docking facilities for onward hazardous deliveries throughout the UK and Europe.

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Hazchem Network - Bowker Transport

Founding members of the Hazchem Network

Bowker Transport are a founding member of Hazchem, the UK’s only ADR/Hazardous pallet network. The Hazchem Network is made up of 60 members, which include some of the leading names within the chemical transport sector. Our membership allows for hazardous consignments to be distributed across the UK with maximum efficiency.

  • Timed deliveries
  • AM/PM deliveries
  • Tail lift
  • Full traceability
  • FORS Accreditations
Bowker Transport Responsible Care

Guided by the principles of Responsible Care

As members of the Chemical Business Association, we follow the Guiding Principles of Responsible Care to ensure the safety, security and integrity of the chemical supply chain under our control. Our efforts in this global initiative have been recognised on several occasions. In 2009, Bowker became the first logistics company to win the “Overall Responsible Care Award”. Bowker has also won the Responsible Care Logistics Company Award on several occasions.

Quality & Compliance

FAQs

ADR stands for Accord Dangereux Routier. The European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) Moving dangerous goods by road is governed by international regulations and is strictly policed

Yes, our DGSA's are on hand to help customers with any requirements.

We transport across the whole of the UK on our own vehicle's, we utilise the Hazchem network when required.

COMAH warehousing and chemical supply chain

Bowker are of the UK’s largest independent 3PL chemical warehouse operators with facilities throughout the UK, all designed to safely store and distribute hazardous goods.

Our portfolio of longstanding customers include some of the world’s leading manufacturers of chemical, paints and resins – testament of Bowker’s reputation and high service levels.

Our customers have peace of mind that their goods are stored and handled in accordance with regulations. As well a dedicated team of Dangerous Good Safety Advisors, we also comply with ISO 9001 and SQAS.

Contact us

Email us at enquiries@bowkergroup.co.uk, call us on 01772 628800 or complete our quick form.

What does ADR stand for dangerous goods?

ADR stands for Accord Dangereux Routier. The European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road ( ADR ) Moving dangerous goods by road is governed by international regulations and is strictly policed.

Vehicles Fully Equipped to Carry Dangerous Goods

Our ADR vehicles are fully equipped to transport dangerous goods, carrying the correct documents, displaying the appropriate placarding & markings as well as having the correct fire fighting equipment

Types of chemicals Bowker can deliver

UN Class Dangerous Goods

2 Gases
3 Flammable liquid
4 Flammable solids
5 Oxidizers and organic peroxides
6 Toxic and infectious substances
8 Corrosive substances
9 Miscellaneous dangerous substances

www.gov.uk/guidance/moving-dangerous-goods

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