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Humber Business Supplies
Reliable essentials, fair pricing, delivered with care.
Founded in Hull, we began with a simple belief: businesses deserve dependable supply without the hassle. From first van runs to a multi-category portfolio, we help teams move faster with smart cut-offs, clear communication and people who care.
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March 2025 — The Spark
Local van runs and tight supplier partnerships across Yorkshire.
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July 2025 — Expanded Into Other Areas
Grew into furniture & facilities with project support.
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September 2025 — Kitted Out The Mayor Of Hull's New Office
Through competitive pricing, closer working customer relationships we ensured Luke Campbells office was delivered, installed and completed on time.
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Today — Partners, not just a supplier
Serving SMEs to multi-site organisations with trade terms, tailored pricing and hands-on service.
Reliable & Fast
UK-wide carriage with smart cut-offs and trusted carriers.
Trade Accounts
30-day terms, consolidated invoicing and bespoke pricing.
Sustainable Choices
Eco-labelled lines across office, print, furniture & facilities.
Meet the Team
Real people who keep your projects moving.
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![Ian Ashbee — Co-Founder & Director]()
Co-Founder & Director
Customer-first leadership, local roots, weekend football.
Ian co-founded HBS to help local businesses grow through reliable service and fair pricing. He leads by example—jumping on the phone, solving delivery puzzles, and making sure every order feels personal. When he’s not steering the ship, you’ll find him supporting grassroots football or out on the Yorkshire coast with family.
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![Daniel Abbey — Co-Founder]()
Co-Founder
Hands-on operator; long-term partnerships over quick wins.
Daniel is a sleeves-rolled-up operator with years across office and furniture supply chains. He loves building long-term customer relationships, keeping communication clear, and turning complex requests into simple, trackable actions. Daniel also mentors local entrepreneurs in Hull—sharing what works, what doesn’t, and why consistency always wins.
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![Alex Etherington — Co-Founder & Director]()
Co-Founder & Director
Logistics optimiser by day; coffee & cycling by night.
Alex believes service starts with genuine care. He focuses on route planning, emissions reduction, and smart cut-offs that save time for customers. Detail-driven yet easy to work with, Alex turns moving parts into smooth, reliable operations. Outside work, he explores East Yorkshire on two wheels and experiments with brewing the perfect coffee.
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![Courtney Hodgson — Operations Lead]()
Operations Lead
Clockwork processing, calm comms, can-do attitude.
Courtney keeps orders moving like clockwork—from stock checks and cut-off timing to proactive carrier chasing when it matters. She’s a customer favourite for her friendly, no-drama updates and focus on getting things right first time. Off the clock, she’s into photography and long hikes with her dog.
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![Zoe Abbey — Marketing & Design]()
Marketing & Design
Storytelling, brand consistency, and clean design.
Zoe brings the HBS story to life—pairing uncluttered design with clear messaging across campaigns, product pages, and social. She cares about sustainability and champions eco-labelled lines that look good and do good. Expect helpful content, not hype.
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![Katie Etherington — Technical Support]()
Technical Support
Systems tidy, sites smooth, issues fixed fast.
Katie keeps the digital side sailing—catalogue data neat, site features stable, and glitches resolved before they become problems. She’s practical, patient, and thorough, with a soft spot for interior design and long-form podcasts.
Contact Us
We’re quick on replies during business hours.
Get in touch
Mon–Fri: 8:30am – 5:00pm
📞 01482 692951
✉️ sales@humberbusinesssupplies.co.uk
CD4i, The Dock, Queen Street, Hull, East Yorkshire, HU11 1UU, UK
Trade Accounts: accounts@humberbusinesssupplies.co.uk
Delivery Information
Clear cut-offs, fast shipping, careful handling.
UK Mainland
Standard: 1–2 working days for orders placed before 3pm.
Next-Day: Available on stocked items before 3pm cut-off.
Carriers: Trusted national partners + local drops where appropriate.
Large Furniture & Install
Planned delivery windows with optional install. We’ll coordinate access, lifts and protection.
White-glove and room-of-choice available on request.
Remote Areas & Restrictions
Some postcodes may require an extra day. Hazardous goods follow carrier guidelines.
Returns & Cancellations
Straightforward and fair.
Standard Items
Unopened items returnable within 30 days. We can arrange labels & collections.
Made-to-Order / Print
Custom items are non-returnable unless faulty; proofs are pre-approved for sign-off.
Damages & Shortages
Please notify us within 48 hours of delivery with photos so we can resolve quickly.
Privacy Policy
We respect your data and keep it secure.
What we collect
Contact details, order history, invoicing info and site usage for improving service and fulfilling orders.
How we use it
To process orders, provide support and (if opted-in) send relevant updates. No selling of data — ever.
Your rights
Access, correction and deletion upon request. Email accounts@humberbusinesssupplies.co.uk.
Terms & Conditions
The sensible stuff that keeps things fair.
Trading
Orders are subject to acceptance, availability and our standard payment terms.
Pricing & VAT
All prices exclude VAT unless stated. Quotes valid for 30 days unless noted otherwise.
Liability
We’re responsible for goods until delivered in good condition; beyond that, statutory rights apply.
- Next-day UK delivery
- Dedicated account managers
- Sustainable product options
- Price-match on core lines
Ready to partner with Humber Business Supplies?
Experience better service, better value, and a team that truly cares about your business.
Get in touch