About Driving Lives
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Warehousing & Distribution
Storage & Fulfilment
Training & Recruitment
Who we are
Driving Lives is strategically located along the M61 corridor in Greater Manchester, serving as a leading transport, storage, and distribution company that specializes in both ambient and temperature-sensitive logistics within the UK.
Operating from our secure 1600 sq ft storage facility just off Jct5 of the M61 in Lancashire, we boast a diverse fleet of dry and temperature-controlled vehicles and trailers, ranging from fast-response courier vehicles and rigid trucks to small urban vehicles and double-deck trailers, many of which are equipped with tail lifts.
Our team of professional drivers are fully experienced in handling RDC, cage, and store deliveries, ensuring efficient and reliable service for our clients.
In addition to our storage and fulfillment center, we take pride in offering a unique driver training and work experience program.
Our comprehensive courses are designed to upskill and prepare individuals for a sustainable career in the UK transport sector.
We focus on working with hard-to-reach and disenfranchised groups, including the long-term unemployed, service personnel, and former offenders, creating opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Driving Lives is committed to simplifying recruitment for our customers by providing pre-qualified and fully trained drivers, allowing them to focus on their core business operations.
By partnering with us, clients benefit from our expertise in logistics and our dedication to making a positive impact on both the community and the transport industry.
Driving Lives CIC Training Academy
At Driving Lives CIC, we are committed to making a meaningful impact on society by empowering individuals with the skills and support necessary to excel in the logistics sector.
As a Community Interest Company, our primary focus is on the betterment of our community, and we strive to create positive change by providing accessible training opportunities for those facing barriers to employment and social integration.
Our Training Academy offers a wide range of comprehensive courses designed to cater to the diverse needs of our participants.
These courses include HGV Class 1 and 2, HGV C1 Ambulance, Counterbalance FLT, Reach Truck, Telescopic Handler, and many more.
By offering tailored training, support, and resources, we enable participants to develop industry-specific skills, leading to stable and fulfilling employment in the logistics sector.
A unique aspect of our program is our commitment to providing every graduate from the Driving Lives Academy with a guaranteed interview and a strong chance of employment.
We prepare our participants for a sustainable driving career in the UK, working with hard-to-reach groups, including the long-term unemployed and former offenders.
Each individual who completes a course undergoes intensive training in the industry and legislation, as well as gaining practical and effective work experience through the logistics arm of our business.
This hands-on approach ensures that our graduates are work-ready for their future employers.
We further support our mission by taking the risk out of recruitment for firms with logistics requirements.
By placing pre-qualified and fully trained drivers, we not only provide our graduates with valuable employment opportunities but also ensure a smooth transition for their new employers.
Our commitment extends to ongoing support for both the drivers and their employers after they begin working together.
We take pride in serving the general public in the Bolton, Greater Manchester area, while specifically focusing on individuals who face challenges in securing employment and social integration.
Our programs are designed to assist ex-offenders, people with disabilities, long-term unemployed, marginalized individuals, domestic violence victims, and pre-offenders.
Driving Lives CIC is dedicated to fostering social responsibility and creating positive change in our community.
By providing comprehensive training and support services, we aim to break down barriers to employment for individuals who may otherwise struggle to find their place in society.
We believe that by empowering people with the skills they need to succeed in the logistics sector, we are contributing to a more inclusive and prosperous community.
Together, we can drive lives forward and create a brighter future for all.
Transport & Logistics
Driving Lives is a leading North-West based temperature-sensitive logistics company that uniquely combines high-quality transportation solutions with a comprehensive driver training and work experience program.
Our mission is to address the UK’s shortage of 150,000 professional drivers while helping individuals overcome long-term unemployment and, for some, avoid reoffending.
We are dedicated to providing temperature-controlled deliveries across various sectors, including chilled, ambient, fresh, and frozen goods.
Our diverse fleet allows us to offer tailored services designed to meet your specific needs, whether it’s supplementing your existing transport operations or providing urgent rapid-response solutions.
Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, we ensure timely and reliable deliveries across the UK and beyond.
Our commitment to excellence extends to our in-house training academy, where we prepare our drivers to uphold the highest standards in the industry, adhering to the latest advice and guidance.
By choosing Driving Lives, you not only benefit from our expertise in temperature-sensitive logistics but also support our mission to create opportunities for personal and professional growth among hard-to-reach and disenfranchised individuals.
Together, we can drive positive change in the transport sector and our communities.
Together, We Make a Difference!
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