Traction Work

When you need a reliable partner to move your trailers — whether locally in London, across the UK, or into Europe — London Lorry Courier is ready to help. Our traction work services provide you with experienced lorry drivers and powerful, well-maintained tractor units to collect, move, and deliver your trailers with precision and care.

We work with logistics companies, freight forwarders, event organisers, retail chains, and other haulage providers who need dependable lorry tractor unit services from London without the cost of operating their own tractor fleet full-time.

What is Traction Work?

Traction work is when a haulier supplies a tractor unit and driver to move your trailer from one location to another. The trailer may be loaded, empty, refrigerated, or specialised — but you provide the trailer, and we provide the power unit and expertise to move it.

This service is ideal for:

  • Haulage companies with trailers but no available tractor units

  • Freight forwarders needing short-term capacity

  • Event logistics requiring fast trailer relocation

  • Retail distribution networks

  • Overspill work during peak demand

Our Fleet for Traction Work

Our traction work fleet includes modern tractor units capable of handling a variety of trailer types:

All our vehicles are London DVS compliant and maintained to the highest standards for roadworthiness and safety.

Experienced, Professional Drivers

Every traction job is handled by one of our skilled HGV drivers, who are:

  • Fully licensed and trained for Class 1 operation

  • Experienced in trailer coupling and uncoupling

  • Familiar with UK and European road networks

  • Skilled in load security checks and safety inspections

  • Courteous, punctual, and adaptable to your schedules

Our drivers also hold the necessary CPC certification and are covered by our Employers’ Liability Insurance.

Local Expertise with a Wide Reach

Based in Charlton, South East London, we are perfectly placed for:

  • London Gateway Port and Tilbury Docks for container work

  • Central London deliveries and collections with lorry rental and driver in Central London

  • West London for Heathrow and logistics parks

  • Fast access to the M25, A2, A13, and M20 for nationwide and cross-channel runs

Whether you need traction work from East London or West London, our transport network ensures quick, reliable response times.

Flexible Traction Work Solutions

We understand that trailer movement requirements can vary — that’s why we offer:

  • Ad-hoc traction work – book us when you need extra capacity at short notice

  • Regular contracted runs – scheduled movements for ongoing logistics needs

  • Day-rate or job-rate pricing – tailored to your workload and budget

  • Same-day response – for urgent trailer relocations within London or the UK

Specialist Trailer Handling

We are experienced in handling a wide variety of trailer types and cargoes, including:

If required, we can also support with load transfers, trailer swaps, and repositioning within depots or event sites.

Why Choose London Lorry Courier for Traction Work?

  • DVS-compliant, modern fleet – permitted to operate in Greater London

  • 24/7 availability – we work around your schedule, day or night

  • Professional, local drivers – experienced in both urban and long-haul work

  • Rapid deployment – based near London’s major road links and ports

  • Flexible contracts – from one-off jobs to regular runs

We pride ourselves on being a trusted haulage partner, providing not only the equipment but also the professionalism and reliability you need to keep your operations moving.

Book Your Traction Work Today

If you need a traction work partner in London that delivers on time, every time, London Lorry Courier is ready to support you.

📞 Call us on 0203 417 4450
📧 Email info@londonlorrycourier.co.uk
💻 Or use our online enquiry form for a fast quote

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