Newbie looking for general subbie advice

UK PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS FORUMS OWNER AND FLEET OPERATORS FORUM (INTERACTIVE)
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Hi guys,

Not been on for ages, cut a long story short had my licence bout 2.5 years done container / fridge and fuel work, I’m currently ltd co.

Now toying with the idea of breaking out on my own with a truck but there is so much to take in, starting with the operators licence, then is it but a truck or lease one and trailer etc let alone trying to get work I know maritime as I’m sure other companies have, have a subbie section which apparently is quite good,

Suppose the main question is it worth me doing it myself ? On a day shift mon - fri ? Or equivalent etc ?

Any suggestions opinions will be welcomed.

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2 out of 10 for effort…well seen the weekend is upon us.

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I can certainly tell you who to avoid for truck rental, but not on here as the mods get a bit uppity if I name the company.

Ken.

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Wee Man:
Suppose the main question is it worth me doing it myself ? On a day shift mon - fri ? Or equivalent etc ?
.

No

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Wee Man:
I know maritime have, have a subbie section which apparently is quite good,
.

:open_mouth: :laughing: :laughing:

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chaversdad:

Wee Man:
I know maritime have, have a subbie section which apparently is quite good,
.

:open_mouth: :laughing: :laughing:

Their offer has got a lot better of late, but it still doesn’t match finding your own work for rates. I suppose it makes up for it with security though.