D Smith Specialist Transport

We’re proud of our
Company History

We are a family run business established in the early 1970’s and with over 45 years experience, and there are few logistic challenges we have not conquered.

Understanding the differences in our customer’s needs, the size and structure of our business ensures we are able to be flexible, providing cost efficient, fit for purpose logistic solutions.

We concentrate on the well being of our customers and our success is built on reputation and recommendation. 

1969
1969
Brick & Block Haulier

Founded by David & Jackie Smith

1995
1995
Stewart Smith

Joins the firm follwing Scania apprenticeship

2000
2000
Brick Business Sold

Focus moves to freight forwarding

2004
2004
Stewart Smith

Takes control of operation.  Focus moves to lorry loaders

2006
2006
Sian Smith

Joins the company

2008
2008
D Smith

D Smith Appointed Preferred Supplier for the largest Portable Accommodation Manufacturer in Europe

2014
2014
FORS Gold

Proudly awarded FORS Gold Status

2016
2016
Stewart & Sian

Start management buyout

2019
2019
Buyout Complete

Stewart & Sian take ownership of the company

2020
2020
Jonathan Keeling

Appointed non-executive director

2020
2020
Industry Recognition

Stewart Smith appointed to ALLMI Operators Forum Executive

2022
2022
Client Recognition

Awarded Portakabin Special Recognition Award – Safest Supplier

2025
2025
D Smith

Continues Sustainable growth and a constant fleet renewal program.