Company History

F W McDowall Ltd has been operating since 1953 and continues to operate today as a family owned and operated business. The owners of the company apply a "hands on" approach to the every day running of their business.

This allows an almost immediate reaction to any operational or management issues that arise on a day to day basis, giving the company stability in an ever changing environment.

F W McDowall Ltd is comprised of four operating companies; McDowall Southland Ltd, a full service rural transport company which also provides agricultural contracting services. McDowall Excavating, for specialist excavation needs. McCormick Transport Ltd, a full service rural transport operator in Ashburton. McDowall Freight Ltd, a nationwide express freight operator.

McDowall Southland based in Winton, in conjunction with McDowall Excavating, based in Browns, is well placed to provide our farming clients with a full range or services.