Transport & Logistics Services for Industrial Projects
Specialist machinery movers with an in-house fleet for heavy equipment transport
Moving industrial assets requires expertise, careful planning and the right equipment. As experienced machinery movers, we provide comprehensive industrial logistics services to ensure your heavy equipment transport project is delivered safely, on time and with minimal disruption.
From transporting a single machine to supporting a machinery installation project or managing the logistics of a complete factory relocation, our experienced project managers oversee every stage of the process, from planning to execution. This provides a turnkey solution tailored to the specific requirements of your project.
Integrated Logistics for Seamless Machinery Movement
We understand that any industrial logistics project is a significant investment, financially and operationally. That’s why Ainscough Industrial Services provides an end-to-end logistics service tailored to your specific requirements.
From the very beginning, we work with you to understand your needs and provide the right vehicles, expertise, and industrial packaging services to meet your goals.
Our in-house fleet of commercial vehicles and lifting equipment means we are accountable for every stage of the journey. We provide an integrated approach that ensures your assets are handled with care from disconnection to reinstallation.
Our Transport & Logistics Capabilities
Heavy Equipment Transport
Our fleet is equipped to handle the largest and most challenging loads, providing safe and reliable movement across the UK and Europe. We specialise in heavy equipment and industrial machine transport, as well as production line and plant equipment moves.
Machinery Moving & Transportation
As expert machinery movers, we manage the entire journey of your assets. Our machinery transportation service includes route planning, permit acquisition and secure loading to ensure your equipment arrives in perfect condition.
Industrial Packaging Services
Protecting your assets during transit is our priority. Our industrial packaging services ensure that machinery and equipment are properly secured for transport, whether moving across the country or shipping internationally. We provide bespoke packing solutions for sensitive or high-value equipment.
Comprehensive Logistics Services
Beyond simply driving a vehicle, we offer a full industrial logistics service. This includes dismantling, loading, transport, offloading and storage. We act as a single point of accountability for your entire logistics operation.
Our In-House Fleet for Reliable Logistics
We have invested in a wide-ranging, wholly-owned fleet of vehicles and lifting equipment to deliver our industrial logistics services. This means we are accountable for providing the right equipment, on time, every time.
Our fleet capabilities include:
- Light Commercial Vehicles – Fully-equipped ‘tackle vans’, pick-up trucks, and personnel vans for tooling and support
- Customised HGV Vehicles for Heavy Machinery Transportation – Tractor units, HIAB trucks (for self-loading capability), flat trailers, and step-frame trailers (for low-loading requirements)
- Lifting Equipment – Forklift trucks between 1.5t and 7t capacity to assist with loading and offloading
- Storage Facilities – Eight large-scale warehouse facilities for short- or long-term machinery storage
Our End-to-End Industrial Logistics Service
Our logistics support goes far beyond providing a vehicle and a driver. We handle the entire industrial logistics process:
Pre-Transport:
- Machine dismantling
- Machinery removal from your facility
- Updating your asset register for full inventory control
- Industrial packaging services to protect assets in transit
- Using our in-house lifting equipment to safely load machinery for transport
During Transport:
- Provision of the right vehicles for your specific load
- Organisation of support vehicles and heavy equipment transport permits
- Route planning to avoid obstacles and ensure safe passage
- Logistics coordination across the UK and throughout Europe
- Handling all necessary paperwork, including multi-lingual documentation for cross-border logistics
At Destination:
- Offloading assets safely and in the correct sequence for rapid installation
- Optional short or long-term storage of machinery
- Coordination with our installation teams for seamless project completion
Committed to Sustainable Logistics
We are actively investing in the sustainability of our logistics fleet to reduce our environmental impact:
- Euro6 Compliance – 65% of our commercial vehicles are Euro6 compliant (aiming for 100%), significantly reducing emissions
- Speed Limiting – All our commercial vehicles are limited to 62mph/100kph to reduce carbon emissions and improve fuel efficiency
- Clean Lifting Equipment – All powered plant equipment is now electric or LPG, making it suitable for sterile and indoor environments
Integrated Logistics for Turnkey Projects
Our transport and logistics services are an integral part of our wider turnkey industrial solutions, integrating with our broader industrial services:
Ready to Plan Your Machinery Move?
From heavy equipment transport for a single machine to full-scale transportation logistics services for a factory relocation, our team is ready to provide a safe, efficient and fully managed solution.
Why Choose Our Consulting Services?
AIS’s culture isn’t just a set of words on a page; it’s the very foundation of how we operate. We’re deeply proud of the people-first environment we’ve cultivated across the AIS Group.
It’s about more than just policies; it’s about genuine care for our team’s well-being, continuous investment in their development, and a steadfast commitment to transparent communication. We believe in doing business with integrity, ensuring every interaction, whether with our staff, clients, or partners, is rooted in fairness and responsibility.
Our core values aren’t just ideals; they’re the guiding principles that shape our daily actions:
ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL:
We champion collaborative teamwork across all disciplines and with our clients because we know that together, we achieve more.
STRAIGHTFORWARD SOLUTIONS:
We cut through the complexity with a no-nonsense approach, prioritising clarity and simplicity in everything we do.
UNWAVERING COMMITMENT:
We're 100% dedicated to delivering on our promises, ensuring every job is done right and on time, every time.
PRECISION MATTERS:
We understand that attention to detail is paramount, underpinning both safety and quality in all our operations.
DEDICATED EFFORT:
We believe in hard work, and going the extra mile to ensure every promise is kept and every project milestone is met.
INTEGRITY AT OUR CORE
We operate with unwavering integrity, treating our team, clients, and partners with fairness and respect.
STRAIGHTFORWARD SOLUTIONS:
We cut through the complexity with a no-nonsense approach, prioritising clarity and simplicity in everything we do.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY:
We recognise our duty to protect the planet, striving to increase recycling and reduce our carbon footprint in all operations.
We believe these values are essential, not just for business success, but to create a positive influence on our industry and the world around us.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What transport and logistics capabilities does the group have?
Across the Group, our specialist companies provide comprehensive transport and logistics services for industrial machinery and heavy plant. Our capabilities include loading, securing, specialist haulage, and the safe movement of machinery throughout the UK and into Europe. By managing the entire logistics process, from collection through to delivery and positioning on site, we ensure equipment arrives safely, securely, and on schedule.
Can you move abnormal or oversized loads?
Yes. We plan and move abnormal and oversized loads, including route surveys, permits, and notifications to the relevant authorities. Specialist trailers and escorts are arranged where required for the safe transport of large or heavy items.
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