The family-run haulage firm has grown from a local courier service into a long-distance logistics operation
LHT Logistics is celebrating 25 years in business with new trucks, an expanded operating territory and record turnover growth.
The family-run haulage firm, founded in 2001 by father-and-son team Jack and Ben Ruby, has grown from a small local courier service into a long-distance logistics operation.
Its beginnings followed a major change for the Ruby family, who stepped away from running the 270-year-old London Hospital Tavern and moved into transport and logistics.
The business initially operated from a 1,000 sq ft warehouse in Edmonton, providing local courier services.
Today, LHT Logistics runs a fleet of 15 vehicles and employs around 30 people from its hub near the M25.
The company is also a long-standing shareholder member of the Pall-Ex pallet network, through which it provides services across the UK.
As part of its latest investment programme, LHT has added two MAN vehicles to its fleet alongside its existing Renault Trucks.
The investment forms part of a wider shift towards long-distance general haulage, with the company aiming to increase delivery capacity while improving efficiency and reliability.
Its location close to the M25 gives the business access to routes across North London, Hertfordshire and Essex, while it also operates daily nationwide trunking services.
LHT has recently expanded its network territory to include Harlow, Bishops Stortford and Stanstead.
The additional coverage has contributed to a significant increase in turnover during the past six months, according to the company, with further growth now planned.
Managing director Ben Ruby said reaching the 25-year milestone reflected the contribution of staff throughout the business.
He said: “Reaching 25 years is a massive milestone for us, and it’s a real testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.”
Ruby said the company had changed significantly since its early courier operations in Edmonton, but its focus on family values, staff and reinvestment had remained central to the business.
Some employees have been with LHT for more than two decades, including warehouse manager Clint Joseph and driver Emin Emin.
Ruby said investment in the fleet and expansion into new territories would play an important role in the company's next stage of development.
“Investing in our fleet and expanding our territory are crucial steps to the next chapter of growth for us, but our biggest strength will always be the people behind the business—those on the road, in our warehouse or in our office,” he said.
He also credited the company's long-standing relationship with Pall-Ex with helping LHT expand its operations.
Ruby said the network's support had provided a platform for the company to scale up and develop its services.
The anniversary follows further recognition for the business at the annual Pall-Ex awards, where LHT Logistics was named ‘Pall-Ex Depot of the Year’.
Barry Byers, chief operating officer at Pall-Ex Group, said: “LHT Logistics has built a fantastic business over the last 25 years.”
He added: “They continue to be a cornerstone of our network, and we’re proud to celebrate this anniversary alongside them.”
With additional territory, new vehicles and further expansion planned, LHT is now looking towards its next phase of growth after a quarter of a century in the logistics sector.