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Our History
1985
Bibby Distribution Founded
Bibby Line Group establishes Bibby Distribution, building a strong UK logistics network known for reliability and service.
2010
Bibby Distribution purchase the Trade and Assets from MRS
Bibby Distribution acquires the trade and assets of MRS Distribution following its administration, strengthening its presence in the packaging sector.
2010
Bibby Distribution Acquires TM Logistics & Taygroup
Bibby Distribution expands its high cube network with strategic locations for transport and warehouse operations through the acquisitions of regional logistics providers; TM Logistics and Taygroup.
2011
Bibby Distribution Acquires Atchison Topeka
Bibby Distribution strengthens its food-ingredients logistics capability through the acquisition of Atchison Topeka, a leading midlands based haulier serving the food manufacturing sector.
2016
Sale of Direct Workforce to Primestaff
Bibby Distribution sells its staffing subsidiary, Direct Workforce, to Primestaff Group, enabling greater focus on core logistics, warehousing, and transport services.
2017
Sale of System Training
Bibby Distribution sells its training subsidiary System Training, marking a strategic move to concentrate solely on logistics, supply chain, and distribution services.
2018
Menzies Acquired by Endless LLP (Split from Menzies Aviation)
Endless LLP acquires Menzies Distribution Group, separating it from the Menzies Aviation business under John Menzies plc and creating a platform for transformation and long-term growth.
2018
Fleet Transition to Fully High-Cube Network Completed
Bibby Distribution completes its transition to a fully high-cube trailer fleet, boosting load capacity, operational efficiency, and network standardisation across the UK.
2018
Sale of PLS (Pallet Pooling Business)
Bibby Distribution divests its logistics and pallet-pooling arm, PLS, to streamline operations and focus on time-critical core logistics services.
2019
National Planning Centres Introduced
Bibby Distribution reorganises its planning and scheduling functions into two national planning centres, enhancing operational efficiency, resource utilisation, and customer service.
2020
Menzies Distribution Group Acquires Bibby Distribution
Menzies Distribution Group expands its logistics network through the acquisition of Bibby Distribution Ltd, strengthening UK supply-chain capability and specialist transport services. The Bibby Distribution business continues as a separate legal entity within the Menzies Group following the acquisition, with a formal name change to Menzies Distribution Solutions.
2021
Menzies Distribution Group Acquires JBT Distribution
Menzies Distribution Group expands its logistics network through the acquisition of JBT Distribution, a leading independent logistics and supply chain services business, extending its network coverage with six additional operating centres in Scotland.
2022
JBT Distribution joins Menzies Distribution Solutions
JBT Distribution is hived up into Menzies Distribution Solutions to consolidate operational and financial control.
2023
InPost Strategic Investment
InPost Group partners with Menzies Distribution Group to accelerate innovation and sustainable last-mile logistics across the UK.
2024
InPost Demerger & Menzies Distribution Solutions
Following InPost’s acquisition of Menzies Distribution Group and its Express & Newstrade operations, the logistics division demerges, allowing Menzies Distribution Solutions to be a standalone business built on a high-cube network and driven by technology, innovation and end-to-end supply-chain excellence.
Present
Driving the Next Era of Supply Chain Excellence
Menzies Distribution Solutions continues to lead with technology, data-driven decision-making and sustainable growth, driving innovation and shaping the future of logistics.