About Russell Transport Services
RTS helps operators build compliance systems that stand up to DVSA and Traffic Commissioner scrutiny, through practical consultancy, audits, External Transport Manager support and CPC training.
At a glance
Who is behind RTS
Founded by Luke Russell, and built around what actually happens in an operation rather than what looks good in a folder.
RTS was founded by Luke Russell after more than 20 years in haulage, including 10+ years as a Transport Manager.
That background shapes how RTS works: practical, direct, and focused on what actually happens day to day rather than paperwork for its own sake.
The aim is to find the gaps, put practical controls in place, and keep the evidence moving month by month. Operators usually know something is not right. The job is to work out exactly what, fix it in the right order, and then prove it is being maintained.
What RTS does
Six services covering the full compliance cycle, from driver checks through to management review. Most operators start with one and add the rest as the gaps show up.
RTS Compliance HUB
One place for the work that has to happen every month: driver walkaround checks, defect close-out, PMI planning, tachograph follow-up and a review that proves control.
Explore the Compliance HUB- Driver walkaround checks and defect close-out
- PMI planning and compliance scheduling
- Tachograph analysis and driver debriefs
- Licence checks and one compliance dashboard
- Monthly cadence meetings that keep control
External Transport Manager
Hands-on oversight for operators who need dependable compliance cover, with maintenance, driver and record systems reviewed on a regular cadence.
Learn moreTransport Compliance Audit
A structured review of systems, records and risk areas with clear next steps. Useful before a DVSA visit, after a change in operation, or when a system has quietly stopped being followed.
Learn moreTransport Consultancy
Support with audits, licence changes, investigations and Traffic Commissioner correspondence.
Learn moreDriver CPC Training
Online 7 hour modules covering drivers hours, road safety and vehicle checks.
Learn moreTM CPC Refresher
Two day refresher for transport managers, online or in house, with dates on enquiry.
Learn moreWhere we work
RTS is based in Pool in Wharfedale, West Yorkshire, and works with operators UK wide. On site work covers Yorkshire and the surrounding counties, and everything else runs remotely.
Training is delivered online across the UK, and in house courses are available at your own site.
- On site across Yorkshire and the North
- Remote support UK wide
- Online training across the UK
- In house at your site
How we work
Every engagement follows the same pattern: review the current position, prioritise the risks most likely to cause trouble, put controls in place, then maintain them through regular review.
That cadence is what keeps compliance visible rather than reactive.
Company details
Russell Transport Services Ltd, Unit E, Riffa Business Park, Harrogate Road, Pool in Wharfedale, Otley, West Yorkshire, LS21 2RZ.
- Company number 16470139
- VAT number 503638505
- 0113 322 5468
- info@russelltransportservices.com
Talk to RTS
Tell RTS what you need support with and we will point you to the right service, training or compliance system.