John Pye Auctions Appoints AIT Home Delivery as Nationwide Delivery Partner

Leading UK auction house John Pye Auctions has partnered with two-person delivery specialist AIT Home Delivery to enhance customer convenience and improve its nationwide logistics offering.

Under the new partnership, AIT will manage the nationwide delivery of large and bulky items - including furniture, white goods, kitchen appliances, TVs and home furnishings - directly to buyers’ homes. The collaboration, which began in late 2024, aims to deliver a more customer-focused experience, particularly for those unable to collect items in person.

Chosen for its proven reliability, flexibility and premium service options, AIT enables John Pye customers to nominate preferred delivery dates and times through an integrated booking and tracking system. This approach streamlines fulfilment while offering buyers greater choice and transparency.

Addison Pye, Director at John Pye Auctions, said:
“Providing customer-nominated delivery slots has been a vital step in improving our service. It’s essential we offer a convenient, door-to-door solution - especially for customers in remote areas or those without access to transport.”

In addition to standard home delivery, AIT offers a suite of premium options, including evening and early morning time slots, plug-and-play installation, item disposal, soft assembly and room-of-choice delivery. These features help to elevate the end-to-end customer experience.

Founded in 1968, John Pye Auctions conducts over 40,000 online auction lots each week across its nationwide network. The business supports major UK retail PLCs and public sector bodies in remarketing surplus, returned and liquidation stock, with categories ranging from retail goods and luxury items to vehicles, properties and business assets.

James Langer, Business Development Manager at AIT Home Delivery, added:
“We’re proud to be working with John Pye Auctions - a trusted name in the auction world for nearly 60 years. In just a short time, we’ve built a strong working relationship and are excited to support their continued growth with a delivery model focused on service, scale and customer satisfaction.”

AIT Home Delivery, formerly Panther Logistics, has been a leader in two-person delivery for over a decade, known for pioneering next-day delivery in the sector. Its expanding service portfolio continues to meet the growing expectations of customers and retailers alike.

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