Expect Distribution Welcomes Longs of Leeds into the Group

We’re delighted to share that Expect Distribution has acquired Longs of Leeds, a well-established, family-led logistics business with strong Yorkshire roots.

This acquisition marks an important milestone in our continued growth journey, creating opportunities to expand our service offering, increase our operating territory, and deliver even greater benefits to customers across the UK.

This marks an exciting step forward in our growth journey and represents a natural fit for both businesses.

A Shared Heritage and Customer-Focused Culture

Much like Expect, Longs of Leeds has built its reputation on reliability, service excellence, and personal relationships. Their family-led approach and strong regional heritage align perfectly with our own culture and values, making this partnership feel like a natural fit.

Both organisations share a commitment to putting customers first, investing in people, and building long-term relationships. Together, we’ll be able to deliver even greater value for our customers, balancing our local roots with continued national growth.

What This Means for Our Customers

For customers of both Expect Distribution and Longs of Leeds, it’s very much business as usual.

Key advantages of this acquisition include:

• Expanded service offering across the region and nationally.
• Enhanced operating territory, strengthening our logistics network.
• Planned synergies and cost-saving initiatives that will improve efficiency for customers.
• The backing of Expect’s award-winning team, technology, and infrastructure.

Looking Ahead

This acquisition is not just about growth, it’s about creating opportunities for our customers, colleagues, and partners. Together, Expect Distribution and Longs of Leeds will continue to build long-term relationships, deliver talored logistics solutions, and set the standard for quality service in our industry.