Commercial vehicle solutions specialist Alltruck has gained corporate membership to the The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry.
Alltruck’s corporate membership heralds a first for the transport sector and will enable the business to support the charity’s activities, get involved with civic events and network with other members.
Founded in 1990 and employing a 140-strong team, Alltruck is headquartered in Leicester and also has offices, workshops and bodyshops in Nottingham, Loughborough and Ilkeston. It specialises in van and HGV contract hire, truck rental, fleet management and maintenance.
Alltruck customers already include leading furniture businesses, such as Derbyshire-headquartered furniture designer and maker Celtheath, which has three directors who are liverymen of The Furniture Makers Company.
Josh Robinson, managing director of Alltruck, commented: “We were drawn to The Furniture Makers’ Company as its values align seamlessly with our own, particularly in terms of community engagement and passion for making a difference. Our membership will enhance our CSR initiatives, creating a mutually beneficial relationship that positively impacts both our company and the community.”
Alltruck was formally welcomed as a corporate member at an admission ceremony in December 2023 at Furniture Makers’ Hall, London. Chairman Paul Robinson, MD Josh Robinson and business development manager Peter Bosi were admitted as corporate liverymen and personally welcomed by Amanda Waring, master of The Furniture Makers’ Company.
Waring said: “As an historic livery company which represents all parts of the furniture and furnishings industry, we are pleased to welcome yet another sector to our diverse corporate membership, adding further strength in depth to our network of businesses. A provider of transport services to some of the best-known names in the furniture and furnishings industry, Alltruck is another vital link in our robust sector.”
