DC-to-store replenishment
Trunking · Midlands
Retail & distribution freight UK
Retail freight that keeps shelves stocked
Connect warehouses, distribution centres, and stores with verified UK carriers for store deliveries, DC transfers, and high-volume distribution — with tracking, POD, and predictable marketplace pricing.
DC → StoreMulti-dropE-commerce
Built for retail logistics
Shelf-ready delivery, every time
Verified carriers, live tracking, and digital POD from distribution centre to store floor — built for omnichannel retail teams.
Multi-drop
Store route planning
100%
Verified carrier network
UK-wide
DC & store coverage
Digital
POD on every handover
Selected movements
Haulage that keeps retail moving
From DC trunking and store replenishment to fulfilment peaks and returns — verified carriers across UK retail supply chains.
Warehouse fulfilment runs
3PL · Manchester
Multi-drop store delivery
High street · London
Peak season capacity
E-commerce · Yorkshire
Returns & reverse logistics
Store · Bristol
Requirements
Load requirements for retail freight
- Store or DC delivery windows and booking references
- Pallet count, weight, and stackability notes
- Tail-lift or dock requirements at each drop
- Returns paperwork where applicable
- Temperature specification for chilled or frozen lines
Marketplace pricing
Free to post · 4% fee
No monthly subscription. Compare verified carrier bids and pay securely when your load goes live.
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Built for retailers, 3PLs & fulfilment teams
Retail and omnichannel businesses need haulage that hits delivery windows and protects brand standards at every handover. Alpha Freight gives retail logistics teams a single marketplace to source capacity for DC runs, store deliveries, and promotional peaks.
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Who we serve
High-street retailers, grocery chains, e-commerce brands, 3PLs, and fulfilment operators moving stock across the UK.
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Typical loads
Palletised stock, roll cages, hanging garments, promotional fixtures, returns, and seasonal inventory pushes.
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Delivery precision
Book timed deliveries to stores and DCs with clear booking-in instructions visible to carriers before assignment.
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Multi-drop routes
Plan routes with multiple delivery points — carriers see the full run and bid with accurate pricing.
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Peak capacity
Scale capacity for Black Friday, seasonal peaks, and range resets without long-term contract lock-in.
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Returns & reverse logistics
Coordinate store-to-DC returns and recall movements with the same verified carrier pool.
Capabilities
What we move across UK retail networks
DC-to-store replenishment
Regular trunking and store delivery lanes with carriers experienced in retail handover standards.
Warehouse & fulfilment
Moves between fulfilment centres, 3PLs, and last-mile hubs for omnichannel operations.
Tail-lift & ground delivery
Locations without docks — match carriers offering tail-lift and manual handling capability.
Temperature-controlled retail
Chilled and frozen retail lines with refrigerated carriers when your range requires it.
Typical equipment
Curtain-sideBox vanRefrigeratedTail liftDouble-deck trailer
Step by step
How retail freight works on Alpha Freight
Source reliable retail haulage in four steps — from load posting to confirmed delivery at store or DC.
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Define your retail movement
Post pallet count, delivery points, booking references, tail-lift requirements, and any time windows for store receiving teams.
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Compare carrier bids
Review bids from carriers with retail specialisation — evaluate price, equipment, and reliability on your lanes.
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Track every handover
Monitor progress to each drop. Site teams see when the vehicle is en route and when POD is captured.
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Approve POD & analyse lanes
Digital POD with signatures and photos. Build preferred carriers for recurring DC and store routes.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Include all delivery points in your load brief so carriers can price the full route accurately before bidding.
Retail and e-commerce fulfilment moves are a core use case — warehouse-to-hub, hub-to-store, and peak-season capacity.
Digital POD with signature, timestamp, and optional photos is captured on delivery and synced to your dashboard.
Yes. Save preferred carriers and re-post regular lanes to streamline replenishment and DC trunking.
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Keep retail moving at shelf speed
Post store and DC freight on Alpha Freight — verified UK carriers, live tracking, and professional POD on every delivery.
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