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New MAN cap sports union jack livery and Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award badge

New MAN truck proudly carries Tomsett’s Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award on a Union Jack livery.

The latest addition to the Tomsetts Distribution fleet is turning heads for more than its striking new design. The company’s new MAN TGX 26.520 proudly features a distinctive Union Jack livery alongside Tomsetts’ Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award, reflecting the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting former members of the Armed Forces as they transition into …

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Tomsetts electric HGV

World Environment Day marks arrival of Tomsetts’ first electric HGV

There could hardly have been a more fitting day for Tomsetts Distribution to welcome its first fully electric heavy goods vehicle than World Environment Day. The arrival of the new 12-tonne electric lorry marks another important milestone in the company’s ambitious sustainability journey and its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 and Net Zero …

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Andrew Tucknott, in front of Tomsett's Volvo truck

Thank you Motor Transport for highlighting our sustainable growth story

Tomsetts Distribution would like to thank Motor Transport, regarded as the UK’s industry bible, and journalist Carol Millett for featuring Tomsett’s recent growth and sustainability journey in a national industry article published on 21 May online. The feature, titled “Sustainable strategy and ‘personal touch’ wins Tomsetts Distribution £1m in new business”, highlighted how the family-run …

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Tomsetts expands workshop services with coach maintenance and inspections

Tomsetts Distribution has taken another step in expanding its commercial vehicle services with the introduction of coach servicing, maintenance and inspections at its Newhaven workshop. The new service has been developed to meet growing demand from coach operators across Sussex, building on the company’s experienced workshop team, modern facilities and commitment to delivering the same …

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remanufactured electric forklift

UKs first fully remanufactured electric forklift arrives at Tomsetts

Tomsetts gives diesel forklift a new lease of life with electric remanufacturing As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and its ambitious Net Zero 2040 strategy, Tomsetts Distribution has taken delivery of the UK’s first fully remanufactured electric forklifts. Rather than purchasing a brand-new vehicle, the company chose a more sustainable alternative that demonstrates …

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Tomsetts invests in six new Volvo FH Aero trucks to support its Net Zero journey

Six new Volvo FH Aero trucks investment supports our Net Zero journey Tomsetts Distribution has strengthened its commitment to sustainable logistics with the arrival of six new Volvo FH Aero 6×2 Globetrotter XL trucks, representing another significant investment in the company’s long-term environmental strategy. The new vehicles form part of Tomsetts’ ongoing On the Road …

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Regional Winner stamp for Local Economy of the Future

Regional Winner British Chambers of Commerce Awards

Tomsetts Distribution named Regional Winner at the British Chambers of Commerce Awards Tomsetts Distribution has received national recognition after being named Regional Winner – Business of the Year in the Local Economy of the Future category at the 2025 British Chambers of Commerce Chamber Business Awards. Following Andrew Tucknott’s Entrepreneur of the Year success at …

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Sussex Chamber 2025 Awards Andrew Tucknott receiving Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2025 on stage

Tomsetts Distribution’s Andrew Tucknott named Entrepreneur of the Year 2025

Tomsetts Distribution is proud to announce that Managing Director Andrew Tucknott has been named Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Sussex Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. The award recognises outstanding entrepreneurial leadership, innovation and business growth, celebrating individuals who are making a significant impact within their industry. Andrew was recognised for his vision, …

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