CPA Hire
You hire the crane (and operator if required), and your appointed person takes responsibility for the lift plan.
BEST FOR: clients with in-house lifting expertise and an appointed person already in place
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Crane Hire Specialists
Crane Transport
Safe, specialist haulage for crane machinery - handled by people who understand lifting equipment inside and out.
EXPERT HAULAGE
Specialist Crane Transport Solutions Delivered Safely
Transporting crane machinery demands more than a standard haulage solution - it requires specialist knowledge, the right equipment, and an operator who understands what's at stake.
Moving a crane isn't like moving any other piece of machinery. The loads are heavy, the dimensions are often exceptional, and the consequences of getting it wrong are significant. At Lift-Rigg UK, our crane transport service is built around the specific demands of lifting equipment haulage — from accurate load surveys and route planning through to specialist loading, securing, and delivery.
Our experienced haulage operators know crane machinery inside and out, ensuring your equipment arrives on site in perfect condition, on time, and ready to work. Whether you're relocating a single crane or coordinating multiple machine movements as part of a larger project, we have the experience and equipment to handle it.
Why Choose Lift-Rigg UK
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Specialist Machinery Knowledge
We understand crane equipment - how it's loaded, how it's secured, and what it needs in transit. That knowledge makes a real difference to the safety of every movement.
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Thorough Planning as Standard
Every crane transport job begins with careful route assessment, taking into account weight restrictions, bridge heights, road widths, and any permit requirements along the way.
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Correct Equipment for Every Movement
From low loaders and extendable trailers to specialist securing equipment, we deploy the right haulage solution for the size, weight, and configuration of your crane.
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Full Documentation and Compliance
All crane transport movements are carried out with the necessary permits, abnormal load notifications, and escort arrangements in place - fully compliant from depot to destination.
Everything Covered
What's Included in Our Crane Transport Services
- Load survey covering crane weight, dimensions, and configuration
- Route planning and assessment including height, weight, and width restrictions
- Abnormal load permits and highway authority notifications where required
- Specialist low loader or extendable trailer as appropriate
- Experienced haulage operators with knowledge of crane machinery
- Professional loading, securing, and restraint to transport regulations
- Police escort and outrider arrangements where necessary
- Delivery to site and unloading coordination with your team
Tailored Solutions
CPA Hire or Contract Lifting?
Not sure which service is right for your project? Here's a breakdown of the key differences. The distinction matters - not just for your budget, but for your legal responsibilities.
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Contract Lifting
We manage the entire lifting operation for you. Our appointed person plans, manages, and takes responsibility under LOLER.
BEST FOR: clients who want a fully managed solution with zero in-house resource required
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Need Your Crane Moved?
Get in touch with the Lift-Rigg UK team today. Tell us about your crane, your destination, and your timeline - and we'll take care of everything else, safely and compliantly, from collection to delivery.
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