Shoma Crane Hire provides professional driver-operated HIAB crane and lorry hire for lifting, loading, transport and precise placement of heavy loads. Our HIAB services support commercial, construction and private projects across the South East, including machinery moves, construction materials, containers and specialist equipment.
Whether you need a HIAB lorry for a one-off lift, site delivery or a larger commercial project, our experienced operators can provide a practical lifting and transport solution based on your requirements.
Our lifting team includes ALLMI- and CPCS-qualified personnel, with Slinger/Signaller and Crane Supervisor competencies available as required for the agreed job.
Driver-operated HIAB hire and a Contract Lift involve different agreed responsibilities. Confirm who will plan and supervise the lift when booking hire. For a managed lifting arrangement, explore our contract lift services, including lift planning, RAMS and the personnel specified in the agreed contract.
Before booking, use our HIAB site access checklist to prepare details of the load, vehicle access, ground conditions and working area.
Commercial Applications
Construction Materials & Site Deliveries
HIAB crane and lorry hire for lifting, transporting and placing construction materials, including steel, building supplies and other heavy loads directly on site.
Machinery Moving
Driver-operated HIAB lifting and transport for machinery and industrial equipment, including collection, secure transport and accurate placement at the destination.
Container Lifting
HIAB lifting and positioning for containers where suitable site access and lifting conditions allow, providing a practical solution for collection, transport and placement.
Heavy Equipment Transport
Lifting and transport support for heavy equipment between commercial, construction and industrial locations, with the HIAB used for loading and unloading where required.
Loading, Unloading & Precise Placement
HIAB crane services for loading, unloading and controlled placement of heavy or bulky items, helping reduce the need for separate lifting and transport equipment.
Commercial Applications
Construction Materials & Site Deliveries
HIAB crane and lorry hire for lifting, transporting and placing construction materials, including steel, building supplies and other heavy loads directly on site.
Machinery Moving
Driver-operated HIAB lifting and transport for machinery and industrial equipment, including collection, secure transport and accurate placement at the destination.
Container Lifting
HIAB lifting and positioning for containers where suitable site access and lifting conditions allow, providing a practical solution for collection, transport and placement.
Heavy Equipment Transport
Lifting and transport support for heavy equipment between commercial, construction and industrial locations, with the HIAB used for loading and unloading where required.
Loading, Unloading & Precise Placement
HIAB crane services for loading, unloading and controlled placement of heavy or bulky items, helping reduce the need for separate lifting and transport equipment.
Private Applications
Home Improvement & Renovation Projects
HIAB crane and lorry hire can support private customers with lifting and positioning heavy building materials, equipment and other bulky items for home improvement and renovation projects.
Machinery & Equipment Moving
Driver-operated HIAB lifting and transport for moving heavy machinery, workshop equipment and other large items between private properties, storage locations or project sites.
Building Materials Delivery & Placement
HIAB delivery and precise placement of heavy building materials where suitable access is available, helping reduce manual handling and simplify delivery to the required position.
Containers & Heavy Loads
HIAB lifting and transport for containers and other heavy or oversized loads, subject to suitable site access and lifting requirements.
One-Off Lifting & Transport
A practical solution for private customers who need help with a single heavy lift, collection, transport or placement job without arranging separate lifting and haulage services.
Private Applications
Home Improvement & Renovation Projects
HIAB crane and lorry hire can support private customers with lifting and positioning heavy building materials, equipment and other bulky items for home improvement and renovation projects.
Machinery & Equipment Moving
Driver-operated HIAB lifting and transport for moving heavy machinery, workshop equipment and other large items between private properties, storage locations or project sites.
Building Materials Delivery & Placement
HIAB delivery and precise placement of heavy building materials where suitable access is available, helping reduce manual handling and simplify delivery to the required position.
Containers & Heavy Loads
HIAB lifting and transport for containers and other heavy or oversized loads, subject to suitable site access and lifting requirements.
One-Off Lifting & Transport
A practical solution for private customers who need help with a single heavy lift, collection, transport or placement job without arranging separate lifting and haulage services.
Benefits for both Commercial and Private Customers
One Vehicle for Lifting and Transport
A HIAB lorry combines lifting and transport in a single vehicle, helping reduce the need to arrange separate crane and haulage services for suitable jobs.
Efficient Loading and Unloading
The mounted crane allows loads to be lifted directly onto and off the vehicle, helping make collection, transport and delivery more efficient.
Precise Load Placement
HIAB equipment can be used to position heavy or bulky loads more accurately at the delivery location, subject to suitable access, lifting radius and site conditions.
Suitable for a Range of Loads
HIAB crane and lorry hire can support the movement of machinery, construction materials, containers, equipment and other heavy loads for both commercial and private projects.
Driver-Operated Service
Shoma Crane Hire provides driver-operated HIAB services, giving customers a combined lifting and transport solution without needing to arrange separate equipment and operators.
Benefits for both Commercial and Private Customers
One Vehicle for Lifting and Transport
A HIAB lorry combines lifting and transport in a single vehicle, helping reduce the need to arrange separate crane and haulage services for suitable jobs.
Efficient Loading and Unloading
The mounted crane allows loads to be lifted directly onto and off the vehicle, helping make collection, transport and delivery more efficient.
Precise Load Placement
HIAB equipment can be used to position heavy or bulky loads more accurately at the delivery location, subject to suitable access, lifting radius and site conditions.
Suitable for a Range of Loads
HIAB crane and lorry hire can support the movement of machinery, construction materials, containers, equipment and other heavy loads for both commercial and private projects.
Driver-Operated Service
Shoma Crane Hire provides driver-operated HIAB services, giving customers a combined lifting and transport solution without needing to arrange separate equipment and operators.
Planning Your HIAB Hire
Please provide the load’s weight, dimensions and any known lifting points, together with the required lifting radius, lift height and final placement position. Equipment suitability depends on the crane configuration and the load at the working radius, not the load weight alone.
Access restrictions, available setup space, overhead obstructions and ground conditions must also be assessed. Restricted access does not automatically make a compact HIAB suitable. If any details are unknown, tell us so we can discuss the information or site assessment needed.
What affects the cost of HIAB hire?
Your quote depends on the load, the equipment and lifting arrangement, travel, time on site and any planning or additional personnel required. Request a quotation based on your job details.
Whether you’re a commercial or private customer, Shoma Crane Hire provides reliable HIAB lifting and transport solutions for a wide range of projects. For location-specific services, explore our HIAB hire in London, HIAB hire in Surrey or HIAB hire in Kent pages for driver-operated lifting, transport and delivery support in your area.
