Eddie Stobart dies aged 95


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Eddie Stobart, the legendary founder of the iconic UK haulage company, died on November 25 at the age of 95. Born in 1929 in Cumbria, he started as a humble agricultural contractor and transformed a small fertilizer distribution business into a national transport phenomenon.

Key Life Highlights:
  • Founded his haulage business in 1946
  • Acquired first truck in 1957
  • Handed company leadership to son Edward in 1973
  • Retired near Carlisle with his wife Nora
Company Legacy:

  • Known for distinctive green and red trucks
  • Pioneered naming trucks after women (like Twiggy and Dolly Parton)
  • Grew from a small local operation to a major logistics company
  • Inspired a dedicated fan culture with "Stobart spotting"
While Eddie stepped back from active management in 1980, his company became a beloved British cultural icon. The Stobart Group was eventually acquired by Culina Group in 2021, with his son William serving as deputy chief executive.A devout Christian and family man, Eddie Stobart leaves behind a remarkable business legacy that transformed road haulage in the United Kingdom.

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