This week, national same day courier service Speedy Freight is announcing the relaunch of Speedy Freight South Wales, led by new franchisee Rhys Hughes.

The courier company has operated in South Wales since launching its franchise site in 2019, but the new relaunch promises to boost employment in the region.

Launching this month, the branch is seeking to recruit 50 partner drivers across South Wales to join their experienced network. This comes after the recent addition a refurbishment of the offices to mark the relaunch.

After 15 months as the branch manager of Speedy Freight: South Wales, Rhys Hughes has invested into the business and joining as a franchisee. As well as his time with Speedy Freight, Rhys will also bring with him over 6 years of managerial experience in wholesale & distribution withing the automotive industry.

To mark the relaunch, Speedy Freight South Wales has made a £500 donation to local charity 2 Wish as well as making them a local charity partner. The charity, established in 2012, provides bereavement support for families who have been affected by the sudden death of a child or young person anywhere in Wales.

Rhys Hughes, General Manager at Speedy Freight De Cymru said: “We’re so excited to relaunch Speedy Freight South Wales and expand our already fantastic network of drivers in the area.

“I’ve been so encouraged by the welcome we have received from so many new and existing customers that I have taken the decision to invest into the South Wales operation and become the new Franchisee for Speedy Freight South Wales.

“Being a proud Welshman and Welsh speaker, it gives me enormous pride in being able to represent the Speedy Freight brand in south Wales.

“With the business now being locally owned and run with the strength of national brand backing we look to continue with the Speedy Freight tradition in exceeding customers’ expectations, only now with direct Welsh interest and a local focus.”