In recent months, Huboo, a well-known fulfilment service provider, went into liquidation but was rescued through a buy-out from an investor consortium causing concern for current clients about service and stability.

While this marks a new chapter for Huboo turbulent times are not behind them yet, the uncertainty surrounding their financial troubles and reports of lost stock may leave many SMEs seeking a more reliable and stable alternative for their logistics needs for 2025. This article explores why businesses looking for a an alternative to Huboo should consider McCorquodale as their fulfilment partner during these uncertain times.

Huboo Liquidation: what happened?

Huboo, a rapidly growing eCommerce fulfilment technology company, faced significant challenges in late 2024, culminating in a pre-insolvency warning and the eventual appointment of administrators. Despite their previous successes, including rapid expansion and high-profile sponsorship deals, Huboo struggled to manage logistical issues, especially during the critical holiday period. This caused significant disruptions for customers, some of whom reported delays and uncollected orders. Fortunately, a buy-out deal has secured the company’s future, but the experience has left many businesses considering their options.

You can read the full story here.  (Ref: Bristol Live)

Are you looking for an alternative to Huboo? McCorquodale can help.

In times of instability, the importance of a reliable 3PL company becomes clear. Businesses relying on sampling campaigns and review campaigns or e-commerce fulfilment for their Shopify site (or similar e-commerce system) require a fulfilment partner that can handle the complexities of diverse products, meet tight deadlines, and offer robust tracking capabilities. McCorquodale offers a solid alternative to Huboo, with a proven track record of delivering on-time, accurate fulfilment and a deep commitment to customer satisfaction.

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Why Choose McCorquodale?

For businesses in need of a dependable fulfilment partner, McCorquodale stands out as a trusted alternative to Huboo. Our robust, flexible, and scalable services are designed to meet the unique needs of small businesses, offering peace of mind during uncertain times. If you’re looking for an alternative to Huboo to handle your 3PL then we’re small enough to care, and big enough to rely upon.

 

Did you know, that you can get started with us from as little as 25-50 parcels a month? We’re here to help you grow. 

What do I need to get started with McCorquodale?

Setting up with McCorquodale as your pick, pack and fulfilment partner is easy all we need is:

  1. Your Product Inventory Information:
     Before you can start, you’ll need to provide us with a clear list of your products and quantities. This helps us plan your storage space and order fulfilment.
  2. E-Commerce Platform Details:
     We will need access to your e-commerce platform (Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, etc) to integrate order data. This ensures seamless order processing and real-time tracking.
  3. Shipping Preferences:
     Decide on your shipping strategy – do you want standard shipping, next-day delivery, or international shipping? We can explore and tailor a plan that suits you.
  4. Custom Packaging (Optional):
     If you have specific packaging requirements (branding, eco-friendly materials, etc.), let us know. We can offer custom packaging to enhance the unboxing experience for your customers – in fact, we’re really good at it.
  5. Returns Policy: Discuss how you want to handle returns. A well-defined returns process is essential for smooth customer service, and like you, we’ll want to help ensure your customer gets the best experience.
  6. We have a simple guide that you can access here.

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    Volume of parcels (If you are looking for an estimate for a sampling campaign or subscription box please choose 1000+)


    For example: number of pallets to be stored, a little about your company and products, any specialist packaging required, for example shipping of delicate goods like glass.