- New model-year '25 XG⁺ 530 joins fleet of 23 trucks as C&M approaches 25th anniversary
- Predominant DAF fleet reinforces confidence in brand performance
- High spec XG+ praised by drivers for quality, power and comfort
- “The drivers love the top-spec XG+ units…they look after them and they keep them in immaculate condition.” Jonno Williams, C&M Transport
Specialising in frozen, chilled and ambient freight across UK-wide and international routes, C&M Transport – which celebrates its 25th anniversary next year – operates an intensive service requiring reliable, well-maintained vehicles to meet stringent just-in-time delivery schedules. From its origins as a family business founded by husband-and-wife team, Marilyn and Chris Williams, both of whom remain actively involved today, the company has grown from an initial pair of DAF XF95s into a dedicated temperature-controlled specialist. From the start, C&M has focused exclusively on temperature-controlled operations.
Each truck is assigned to a specific driver, fostering personal responsibility and care that keeps the fleet in pristine condition. The XG+ 530 has proved particularly popular, with drivers consistently report high satisfaction with the trucks’ quality, power dynamics and comfort. This positive feedback reinforces C&M's strategic investment in premium-spec vehicles, directly supporting service quality and customer satisfaction.
Drivers typically spend five nights out per week, reflecting the demanding nature of C&M’s long-haul operations. The company’s longest-serving driver has remained loyal for 12 years, with several others staying for eight years.
Jonno Williams, Operations Manager at C&M Transport confirms the XG+ trucks have exceeded expectations. “The drivers love the top-spec XG+ units,” he says. “Each driver has their own vehicle, and they look after them and they keep them in immaculate condition. Driver satisfaction is incredibly high, which matters enormously when you're operating on temperature-controlled where timing is everything. The latest XG+ is already proving its worth, and we have another order in the pipeline as we continue growing the fleet.”
“Our priority remains flawless service for our existing customers, and that focus is already winning us new business,” says Williams. “An immaculate fleet isn’t just good business; it’s one of our strongest cards for attracting new customers.”
C&M continues to expand to meet growing customer demand. The service-driven approach, emphasising reliability, high-quality equipment and customer trust, has fuelled this growth, with further DAF orders planned to sustain momentum.
