Family owned · Ipswich · 41 years trading
The longest standing family owned transport company in the East of England, specialising in container transport across mainland UK from Felixstowe, London Gateway, Southampton and London Container Terminal.
Ports we serve
Services
Every client has unique needs when it comes to container transport, so we offer a diverse range of standard and specialist equipment to cover both basic and complex requirements.
Felixstowe · London Gateway · Southampton
Keeping the fleet to a manageable size with our own vehicles, we offer a superior service all year round, even in peak periods. A flexible workforce and long standing supplier relationships keep us running at a 99.9% success rate.
Permits until 28th October 2030
All our vehicles are 3 Star rated or meet the latest progressive safety standards for the London Direct Vision Zone, so we stay flexible if a container is diverted or an empty has to go back to a depot inside the zone.
Classes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 9
A significant portion of our drivers are trained in the carriage of hazardous goods (ADR). Our dedicated DGSA on-site can assist with advice and the paperwork needed for the safe carriage of your cargo.
40ft and 45ft up to 31,700kgs gross
Our 40ft fixed trailer and lightweight vehicle combination stays within the UK 44,000kgs limit. It avoids the extra cost of a part devan and LCL redelivery, along with any warehouse handling charges.
Genmark underslung gen-set trailers
Our underslung gen-set trailers cost far less than clip-on genset hire. Your reefer is plugged in as soon as it is on our trailer and the control panel adjusts to the set temperature in transit, for a minimal flat fee.
All container sizes, in our own secure yard
For a small shunt charge we uplift from port and store your container until your consignee is ready to accept delivery, avoiding expensive quay rent whether short or long term.
Email or call the office for a quote.
Our fleet
We operate the latest standard of vehicles, equipped with the highest level Euro spec engines for optimal performance and environmental sustainability.
We encourage customers to take our renewable HVO fuel, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 90% and helping the transition to the UK net zero target in 2050.
We maintain a small fleet to maximise efficiency and eliminate empty running, greatly reducing our carbon footprint.
We operate our own fleet from our secure compound in Ipswich, backed by 41 years of trading.
About us
We are dedicated to raising the standard of container transport, and committed to maintaining the almost perfect success rate the company has built its foundations on.
The business begins as a fruit and vegetable shop in Kesgrave, where founder Don Duff introduces a delivery service. With his son Robert he supplies local hotels and restaurants, then adds a clearing house and container and LCL services.
The transport arm is formally registered as a separate entity, and develops a modest fleet through the 1980s.
Steady organic growth under Robert’s leadership, eventually outgrowing the original site.
The business relocates to its current premises in Ipswich.
Robert’s son Jason Duff and Simon Cuthbert join the business.
Jason and Simon complete a management buyout and build on the solid foundations laid by Robert.
Tia Duff joins the office team, marking a fourth generation of involvement in the business.
Our team
Our small, dedicated management team has over 50 years of hands-on industry experience between them. Simon and Jason work closely together so every customer receives a smooth, seamless and reliable service, whatever the requirements.
Director
Started his career as an apprentice at 18 and worked his way through some of the region’s biggest haulage and shipping operations before joining RPS in 2004.
Director
Grew up around the company, helping out in his school holidays before joining full-time in 2004. Proud of his family’s legacy, he is committed to the personal touch and high standards that set the company apart.
Transport Administrator
Recently joined the office team, marking a fourth generation of the family in the business.
Join the team
Work for one of the longest established companies in the area, with an exemplary operator compliance risk score and equipment.
What you can expect when you join us:
Prefer pen and paper? Download the PDF application form and email it to traffic@rpstransport.co.uk, post it to the office, or drop it in during opening hours.
Contact
We respond to enquiries within one working day. If your matter is urgent, please call or email the office.
Call 01473 322060 Email traffic@rpstransport.co.ukAddress
12 Leslie Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 9PL
| Mon - Fri | 8:00 am – 6:00 pm |
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| Saturday | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |