Since 1935,Leicester Lovell had been producing a range of chemicals & glues at their factory in Rownhams Lane North Baddesley. The factory grew rapidly in the late 50’s & in 1961,the commencement of synthetic resin production resulted in rapid expansion. LL produced glues for every purpose (in 1963 they developed an adhesive which enabled the" boil in a bag concept" !). Though an “associate” of The Bordon Chemical Company USA,the Bordon name was only adopted in 1964. As an own account operator,the drivers enjoyed better pay & conditions than their general haulage counterparts & also had the opportunity of European deliveries (AEC Mk 5 Mandators c/w 4 in line trlrs !)
L.E.Harris were also in Rownhams Lane & in 1961 their operations included a tipper on building materials/road repairs for a local contractor as well as a flat on local work.In Nov 1961,Harris obtained the first of many Contract vehicles with Leicester Lovell/Bordon.
In Dec 1964 ,L E Harris became L E Harris(Transport)Ltd & in 1966 acquired the licence of R W Lewes of Botley Road North Baddesley.
By the late 60’s,though Bordon were a large part of the Harris operation, tipper and a van were still operated.
Bordon’s North Baddesley site was sold for housing. In 1977 Harline commenced in Southampton & were acquired by the avaricious Renwick Freight Group ( logo, eager beaver). After the demise of Renwicks (1991 ?) Harris Transport started & after Ealing Wharf,moved to Eastleigh