Mason Bros take delivery of new SDC Freespan Curtainsiders

Built at SDC’s state-of-the-art Mansfield facility, these advanced trailers feature a combination of standard and slim neck builds, designed to maximise internal height and efficiency for transporting produce boxes and other goods, ensuring streamlined deliveries.

John Mason, Managing Director at Mason Bros Transport Ltd, welcomed the new additions, stating, “We are pleased to add these SDC Curtainsider trailers to our existing fleet, enhancing our support for longstanding customers and new contracts ahead of the 2025-26 harvest season.”

Mason Bros Transport Ltd has a long history in the transport sector, evolving from its early beginnings in livestock carriage to specialising in agricultural produce transport, with a primary focus on potatoes and onions. The Freespan trailers are EN12642-XL certified, providing enhanced load security. Other key features include a full clear side aperture for ease of loading and unloading, safe park braking and automatic slack adjusters for additional safety and control. The SDC Curtainsiders comply with ISO regulation electrics and are equipped with LED lighting, a 26-strap load restraint system, steel-reinforced flooring, a galvanised pull-out step, rear buffers, and host of other key safety and operational enhancements.

Paul Bratton, President of SDC Trailers, remarked, “At SDC, we take pride in delivering innovative, high-quality transport solutions that meet the needs of our customers. Mason Bros Transport Ltd is a valued partner, and we are delighted to support them with these advanced Freespan Curtainsiders, ensuring efficiency and reliability for their expanding operations. I would like to extend our gratitude to Mason Bros Transport Ltd for their continued partnership.”

Mason Bros Transport Ltd operates a cutting-edge fleet of tractor units and specialised trailers, meticulously designed to meet the rigorous demands of supermarket-oriented transport. Their unwavering commitment to Just-In-Time Delivery ensures that produce reaches its destination promptly, supported by state-of-the-art traffic management systems and in-cab telecommunications. The ongoing collaboration between SDC Trailers and Mason Bros Transport Ltd highlights a shared dedication to innovation, efficiency, and delivering reliable solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers.