19th May 2020

SDC Trailers moving forward together

As we all come to terms with the ‘new normal’ I would like to make you aware of the measures SDC has put in place to ensure that we can continue to support you and your business operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. In line with H&S guidance, we have amended our workshops to allow for physical distancing, while increasing hygiene practices, temperature screening and PPE. Our Parts division offers non-contact...

27th April 2020

SDC Truck & Trailer Parts launch UK Franchise programme

The UK & Ireland’s fastest-growing Commercial Vehicle Parts supplier, SDC Truck & Trailer Parts, has launched a franchise programme in a move to strengthen their OE and Aftermarket Parts service. A division of trailer manufacturer SDC, the company currently operates 9 branches and stock over 16,000 commercial vehicle parts lines from the industry’s leading suppliers. SDC...

31st March 2020

Farrall’s Group strike a deal for 20 new SDC Freespan

​Chester based Farrall’s Group, a third-generation logistics and warehousing specialist has purchased 20 new Freespan trailers from SDC, boosting their nationwide delivery service. The order of ten 4.2m and ten 4.5m curtainsiders was agreed following a product demonstration at SDC’s sales centre in Sutton. Farrall’s Group were impressed by the build quality on SDC’s newly released clear side aperture Freespan trailer, as well as the Easy roll curtain rail technology, a low...

19th March 2020

SDC Trailers update on COVID-19

In response to the evolving COVID-19 situation, I want to reassure you that while we have had to implement changes to our daily practices, our customer service remains unaffected. We are following guidance issued by the Government and taking appropriate measures for the safety of our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. Our society does not function without the vital services provided by the road haulage and...

9th March 2020

SDC Trailers return to Commercial Vehicle Show for 10th consecutive year

​SDC, the UK & Ireland’s leading manufacturer of semi-trailers is returning to the Commercial Vehicle Show on 28th April 2020, to showcase their extensive range for the road haulage and logistics industry. The manufacturer will have 6 trailers at Birmingham’s NEC; three EN 12642 XL Freespan Curtainsiders with varied length and specification aligned to operator...

26th February 2020

FreshLinc Group Limited enhances FLX Logistics trading division with new Freespan trailers for general haulage.

The UK’s leading temperature-controlled operator FreshLinc has added 30 new SDC Freespan Curtainsiders to its general haulage division “FLX” in Carrington, Manchester, taking the group’s fleet to over 400 vehicles and 1,000 trailers nationwide..

13th February 2020

SDC provide EN 12642 XL certification on Freespan and Insuliner Curtainsider range

As more operators continue to opt for EN 12642 XL vehicle certification, SDC, the UK & Ireland’s leading manufacturer of semi-trailers has expanded their portfolio to include the standard on their Freespan and Insuliner curtainsiders. Each vehicle successfully...

5th February 2020

SDC appoints Tony Sturgess as Commercial Engineering Officer

​SDC Trailers, the UK and Ireland’s leading semi-trailer manufacturer has appointed Tony Sturgess as Commercial Engineering Officer at their base in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. Tony brings over 40 years’ experience in the commercial vehicle bodybuilding..

9th January 2020

SDC’s Freespan Curtainsider launches in the UK

The UK & Ireland’s largest trailer producer SDC, has launched their tried and tested Freespan Curtainsider to operators in the UK following years of building it solely for the Irish market. Featuring a clear side aperture for ease of loading, the Freespan is packed full of innovation that will enhance efficiency...