Vehotrans exchange

Has anybody else been getting any emails of these guys... Don't know who's behind it but seems to me another flash in the pan freight/courier exchange site. They are offering you 2 packages pay monthly 50 quid or 450 quid for the year..! don't look to hot to me....

Do you have a link/website to post so we can see?

Just google vehotrans exchange and hey presto

Don't waste your money I have lost count of how many sites that look identical to this with loads of promises and a fortune to join, then they justt disapear, has they say on dragons den, I'm out.

AJM sameday Couriers said:

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Just google vehotrans exchange and hey presto

Yes but im lazy and would prefer a direct link

As usual no contact telephone number just an e-mail address.. That always catches em out

Would entertain away one without a phone number, what if the job goes tits up

450 quid for something no-one's ever heard of? I admire their audacity at least.

MyVanCan said:

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450 quid for something no-one's ever heard of? I admire their audacity at least.

It's a bargain

You'd be surprised what people will pay good money for

point2point uk couriers ltd said:

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Has anybody else been getting any emails of these guys... Don't know who's behind it but seems to me another flash in the pan freight/courier exchange site. They are offering you 2 packages pay monthly 50 quid or 450 quid for the year..! don't look to hot to me....

I think you need to search about Vehotrans exchange by search engines and best for searching only google. You can get all informations like website, phone number...

The address looks like a virtual office operation and mail forwarding address.

Just Google the address and postcode!

Anybody notice how awfully similar the two postcodes are?

Vehotrans - from the email - VehoGroup Ltd. 145-157, St. Johns Street, London. EC1V 4PW

We Are Parcel Delivery - from the profile - EC1V 2PW

Circumstantial at best but still a bit whiffy to me!

Do you mean Riley from "we are parcel delivery" who is posting on here?

Mr G -Award winning courier service said:

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Do you mean Riley from "we are parcel delivery" who is posting on here?

Yes. Joined today and now removed.

They're part of ParcelsRUS based in Devon

If you sign up to their listing, you'll get a 30 day free trial when they launch in July.

Probably worth monitoring the situation just to see how it goes - they've been developing their website for a while now so it's probably geniune and they want to get it right first time.

Beeline Couriers said:

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If you sign up to their listing, you'll get a 30 day free trial when they launch in July.

Probably worth monitoring the situation just to see how it goes - they've been developing their website for a while now so it's probably geniune and they want to get it right first time.

I had an email yesterday from the above title, it was found in my spam folder where it belongs.. giving some incredible offer of 1 mnth free if you recommend a friend and they sign up for 12mnth subscription (whoopeedo) and you pay 8 pound odd per month for the next 12 mnths... I Wouldnt touch it with a barge pole..

Gas Motorcycle Couriers said:

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Beeline Couriers said:

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If you sign up to their listing, you'll get a 30 day free trial when they launch in July.

Probably worth monitoring the situation just to see how it goes - they've been developing their website for a while now so it's probably geniune and they want to get it right first time.

I had an email yesterday from the above title, it was found in my spam folder where it belongs.. giving some incredible offer of 1 mnth free if you recommend a friend and they sign up for 12mnth subscription (whoopeedo) and you pay 8 pound odd per month for the next 12 mnths... I Wouldnt touch it with a barge pole..

Are you sure you haven't mis-read it. I got one too and it's says "...for only £8.65 per week when you take out a 12 month subscription."

Need new glasses, perhaps? ;)

Gas Motorcycle Couriers said:

I had an email yesterday from the above title, it was found in my spam folder where it belongs.. giving some incredible offer of 1 mnth free if you recommend a friend and they sign up for 12mnth subscription (whoopeedo) and you pay 8 pound odd per month for the next 12 mnths... I Wouldnt touch it with a barge pole..

No email here but they did follow my twitter account.

I actually thought the site looked ok, having mobile apps for all devices is a big plus, list of features looked good too.

I dismissed it though because of the £450 price mentioned above, if it turns out to be £96 that makes it more attractive.

In the wait and see camp atm.

Beeline Couriers said:

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Are you sure you haven't mis-read it. I got one too and it's says "...for only £8.65 per week when you take out a 12 month subscription."

Ah, back in to the "Not a F**king Chance" pile :)

Beeline Couriers said:

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Gas Motorcycle Couriers said:

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Beeline Couriers said:

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If you sign up to their listing, you'll get a 30 day free trial when they launch in July.

Probably worth monitoring the situation just to see how it goes - they've been developing their website for a while now so it's probably geniune and they want to get it right first time.

I had an email yesterday from the above title, it was found in my spam folder where it belongs.. giving some incredible offer of 1 mnth free if you recommend a friend and they sign up for 12mnth subscription (whoopeedo) and you pay 8 pound odd per month for the next 12 mnths... I Wouldnt touch it with a barge pole..

Are you sure you haven't mis-read it. I got one too and it's says "...for only £8.65 per week when you take out a 12 month subscription."

Need new glasses, perhaps? ;)

No mine said per month... but is was still filled under B..

Vehotrans exchanges address looks like a virtual address

I've had an email too, offering a free 30 day trial if you sign up to the newsletter (with the site apparently launching in July). Against my better judgment - because I know it'll just lead to spam email and non stop sales calls - I decided to try it as I must admit the site looks pretty good and I'm intrigued to find out if it works.

Unique postcode - serviced apartments available by the week

http://www.golondonapartments.com/site/go/viewParticulars?propertyID=217040

Looks a bit fishy if that is the address!

WS Distribution Ltd said:

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I've had an email too, offering a free 30 day trial if you sign up to the newsletter (with the site apparently launching in July). Against my better judgment - because I know it'll just lead to spam email and non stop sales calls - I decided to try it as I must admit the site looks pretty good and I'm intrigued to find out if it works.

I've been signed up a while and haven't received spam or phone calls. I only get an email from them when there's an update on the development of their website, and I believe it to be genuine regardless of what some people on here say.

I'm signed up and also await developments...

Speed Couriers Nationwide said:

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I'm signed up and also await developments...

You are an expert Rob

I am an expert Rob its true. I've had a lot of eexperience being Rob, know him inside and out, and have seen him grow and develop since an early age.

Just had a look at Vehotrans to be honest it looks really good and the £8 per week for a site that boasts the same if not more than Courier Exchange seems a pretty good deal to me I'll wait until its launched to compare, the app that works on all platforms is a huge bonus as all my drivers have different mobiles.

With the cynism within our industry about anything new, be it a driver, courier co, or exchange site, they'll find it hard. Sometimes the old don't move with the times and what once looked good doesn't look so good now, or what was current is no longer current. Sometimes the new kid on the block can take advantage of apathy and "if it ain't broke don't fix it" attitude. Time will tell but if nothing else it should be a warning to us all that we can't afford to stand still.

Enson Express said:

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No chance. I wouldn't subscribe to that unless they gave me an expert guide.

You mean like someone high up in citysprint who has an actual history of making money and running a successful major company in the courier industry?

Can I ask when you guys signed up to Vehotrans, did they ask for any of your details,? Insurance for instance, or do they let anyone join?

Can't speak for anyone else, but we haven't become paid up members, as you can't yet do that... Merely "shown an interest"... So no checks at this stage... Can't add anymore, cos i don't know their motives or their gameplan

Enson Express said:

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One check might be to look at their website.. I wonder where they are located???

Their website actually offers an address at 145-157 St John's Street and 145-157 St John's Square. For such a professional looking website, that's a pretty poor basic error.

Yes to be fair that address error doesn't look great and makes you think it might be a scammy, fly-by-night type of company, but in fairness to them they haven't actually launched the site yet so it could be a simple typo by a web designer, which has been overlooked while they are still in the testing phase.

They definitely aren't asking for any details yet other than name, company name, email and phone. This could easily be a way of harvesting info for marketing but I wasn't bothered about registering because it's not like you can't get all that info anyway.

I don't think it's a typing error, it is in fact St Johns Street. Anyone can rent a mailbox there for £15 a month.

This company has been selling them for years as a virtual office package:

www.londonpresence.com

The company certainly looks like a virtual office kind of set up. I certainly wouldn't pay anything to them but with the offer of a free 30 day trial, I'm interesting in checking it out.

Thing is, you just suspect that as soon as you try to sign up they'll ask for payment details which they'll begin charging after 30 days and if you want to cancel you have to give them 30 days notice!

Try it... No payment details asked for... It may be a sly way of getting a network up and running for their own work, that address has come up before, and is linked to a company based in Devon... But maybe best to give the benefit of the doubt for now

Speed Couriers Nationwide said:

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Try it... No payment details asked for... It may be a sly way of getting a network up and running for their own work, that address has come up before, and is linked to a company based in Devon... But maybe best to give the benefit of the doubt for now

Sorry, what I mean is when the site actually launches I imagine they'll want you to provide extra info as I think the current sign up process (which I have done) says it's just for their news letter?

Oh yes, i'm sure they'll be some sort of fee. Nothing is free and all exchanges charge to join. The success will depend on membership take up and ease of use, and of course how much it costs to join

Speed Couriers Nationwide said:

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It may be a sly way of getting a network up and running for their own work

That would very much make sense, if they've got a 'plan' they will no doubt want to get a list of potential work providers together before it actually goes live. They'll need to tell those work providers that they have a network of drivers poised and waiting to roll.

It'll be interesting to see if it is genuine. I have had the email:-

Vehotrans said:

Only £8.65 Per Week

That's right, we can give you all the best features you would expect from any Online Freight Exchange for only £8.65 per week when you take out a 12 month subscription.

See for yourself, this link from the email is to view the email in your browser, http://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=1cf967f149617a4767eb9a0df&id=8e6ebc6c74&e=86f953304c

Hi Rob

Firstly, thank you for registering for the Vehotrans newsletter. Just thought I'd drop you a quick personal email to hopefully answer a few questions that you may have about the Vehotrans Online Freight & Transport Exchange.

We offer 30 Days free membership. No obligation.

We will not ask for your payment details until your trial expires. If you do not want to continue with your membership, just walk away.

Member Details

We will ask you for additional information when your membership begins. This is entirely voluntary. If you wish to benefit from the features that we are offering then you may want to provide information that will allow us to do this. For example, if we are to send you an SMS text message regarding a job that fits your requirements then we will need your mobile phone number.

Vehogroup Ltd Company Address

The address listed on our website (145-157, St. Johns Street London, EC1V 4PW), is the the address registered with companies House. Our company number is 08300609. Please look us up. Yes, this is a virtual office address. We are based in Wales but we prefer to a have London mailing address, for the obvious benefits that this brings.

Vehotrans Telephone Number

We are currently waiting on BT to complete the installation of lines into our small call centre. This has been promised by the end of June, but if you have had any dealings with BT, you can imagine that this might run over a bit. As soon as we have the number we will be advertising it on our website.

We are not a front for a courier company

We are purely an Online Exchange – a technology company. I have worked in software development for 20 years. Please look me up on linkedin: http://uk.linkedin.com/in/lukasgamble

Why did we begin Vehotrans?

Having previously built Online Matching Systems, and looking for a new business idea, we were exploring how we could use this technology in a new area. One passing comment led to months of research and consultation with industry professionals, concluding with the decision to apply our technology to the logistics industry - matching freight with vehicles and warehouses.

Our Philosophy?

You only ever pay one price. We will not charge extra for extra services. Free accreditation for members. Free notifications. Free support. Only accredited companies & sole traders will be allowed on the exchange.

I appreciate that there is going to be some scepticism about a new start-up, especially with so many unscrupulous organisations out there in cyber space looking to rip you off at every turn. Please let me reassure you, we are not one of those companies.

I look forward to doing business with you.

Best regards

Lukas Gamble VehoGroup Ltd

Speed Couriers Nationwide said:

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Hi Rob Firstly, thank you for registering for the Vehotrans newsletter. Just thought I'd drop you a quick personal email to hopefully answer a few questions that you may have about the Vehotrans Online Freight & Transport Exchange. We offer 30 Days free membership. No obligation. We will not ask for your payment details until your trial expires. If you do not want to continue with your membership, just walk away. Member Details We will ask you for additional information when your membership begins. This is entirely voluntary. If you wish to benefit from the features that we are offering then you may want to provide information that will allow us to do this. For example, if we are to send you an SMS text message regarding a job that fits your requirements then we will need your mobile phone number. Vehogroup Ltd Company Address The address listed on our website (145-157, St. Johns Street London, EC1V 4PW), is the the address registered with companies House. Our company number is 08300609. Please look us up. Yes, this is a virtual office address. We are based in Wales but we prefer to a have London mailing address, for the obvious benefits that this brings. Vehotrans Telephone Number We are currently waiting on BT to complete the installation of lines into our small call centre. This has been promised by the end of June, but if you have had any dealings with BT, you can imagine that this might run over a bit. As soon as we have the number we will be advertising it on our website. We are not a front for a courier company We are purely an Online Exchange – a technology company. I have worked in software development for 20 years. Please look me up on linkedin: http://uk.linkedin.com/in/lukasgamble Why did we begin Vehotrans? Having previously built Online Matching Systems, and looking for a new business idea, we were exploring how we could use this technology in a new area. One passing comment led to months of research and consultation with industry professionals, concluding with the decision to apply our technology to the logistics industry - matching freight with vehicles and warehouses. Our Philosophy? You only ever pay one price. We will not charge extra for extra services. Free accreditation for members. Free notifications. Free support. Only accredited companies & sole traders will be allowed on the exchange.

I appreciate that there is going to be some scepticism about a new start-up, especially with so many unscrupulous organisations out there in cyber space looking to rip you off at every turn. Please let me reassure you, we are not one of those companies. I look forward to doing business with you. Best regards

Lukas Gamble VehoGroup Ltd

It could be a bit of a Gamble.

I may be a bit thick, but what are the obvious benefits of having a virtual address in London?

Its a bit like some courier companies that are apparently in the same building as us, although the empty office would suggest otherwise. Its to have a presence where you otherwise wouldn't...

The are others that do similar, not a million miles away... lol

ILKLEY EXPRESS said:

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I may be a bit thick, but what are the obvious benefits of having a virtual address in London?

Angry people are at least a hundred miles away

Lol.. Yes that too

Just seams a bit silly, for a company, which needs people to trust them, with all the scams about,

Well i'm sure if there is anything to be found out, it will be in the fullness of time

[Admin: Please do not speculate on the legitimacy of other businesses based on an inkling/hunch.]

May I suggest Enson Express you check your information from a shall I say more concrete source and check companies house. You may then retract your previous comment. Many thanks in advance. Paula

City Connect Couriers Ltd said:

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May I suggest Enson Express you check your information from a shall I say more concrete source and check companies house. You may then retract your previous comment. Many thanks in advance. Paula

I've cleared that up for you here and will see to the other thread.

Speed Couriers Nationwide said:

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Well i'm sure if there is anything to be found out, it will be in the fullness of time

I agree. I don't think this thread has much more to offer other than meaningless speculation and accusations.