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organ McLernon are now entering its 45th year in business, which is an amazing statistic, given the current climate that we are currently experiencing and more importantly the fact that the haulage industry has been at the brunt of a number of setbacks over the past couple of years. Many haulage firms have unfortunately been forced to switch off their engines as the recession has become too much for them, but the phrase the 'strongest survive' could be attributed to Morgan McLernon, whose experience has seen them through this difficult period for the industry. For any company to enter its fifth decade in business is a monumental achievement for all involved and one that deserves to be recognised on a national level. There have been many changes in the haulage industry over the years and Morgan McLernon's ability to move with the times has
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ensured that this company has continued to be successful. Transport manager and family member Claire Morgan speaks to Irish Trucker about the success of the business, while she points to the policies they follow to ensure customer satisfaction. Claire's grandfather Michael Morgan established the business many years ago. The business was continued by his family. Claire's father John retains the role of director along with his nephews Michael McLernon and Darryl Morgan. Claire attended University of Ulster, Jordanstown where she obtained her degree in Accountancy. It has been her ambition to work in the family firm and so after joining the business a few years back she now helps look after the day to day running of the company along with her brother James. Specialising in the transportation of refrigerated goods to and from Ireland all over Europe and with over 40 years experience behind them, they have built up a massive customer base. From their base in Kilmore, Co Armagh, Morgan McLernon have an extensive fleet of 94 trucks and 150 trailers, which allows them to perform multiple jobs at any given time. Transporting ambient, fresh or frozen foods means that the trailers are specially equipped to carry such goods with many being dual temperature. “Currently all our trucks are Scania as that is the preferred choice and we have a good business relationship with Road Trucks Ltd in Larne, Granco Trucks Newry. We also have contacted hire vehicles from Centurion Truck Rental to keep up with the demand for business,” said Claire. While all our refrigerated trailers come from Montracon and Gray & Adams. “We also have a selection of curtain side trailers, some of which are fixed roof but all are built to euro-liner specification and can be used to transport goods.” Of course maintaining the fleet is imperative and to this end, Claire revealed that no stone is left unturned in the quest to ensure that everything runs properly. “All the vehicles and trailers are serviced regularly and the fleet is
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