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CRANE TRANSPORT, BARNSTAPLE – DECADES OF EXPERTISE

Nick Sampson Mechanical Engineering Services Ltd, trusted crane transport in Barnstaple. Certified drivers. Modern fleet. Nationwide coverage.

Call now to explore your options.

NATIONWIDE COVERAGE

FULLY-EQUIPPED

FRIENDLY SERVICE

EXPERT HEAVY HAULAGE AND CRANE TRANSPORT

When it comes to moving the immovable, we bring precision, safety, and reliability to every job. Heavy haulage and crane transport isn't just about shifting large items — it's about careful planning, expert handling, and the right equipment. Whether it's machinery relocation, boat transport, or oversized loads, our modern fleet and highly trained drivers make the process seamless. With payload capacities up to 90 tonnes and HIAB cranes ranging from 1t/m to 80t/m, we're equipped to take on even the most demanding challenges.

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COMPREHENSIVE FLEET AND TAILORED SOLUTIONS

Our fleet is built to meet a wide variety of heavy haulage needs. From Land Rovers with trailers to 44-tonne artic HIABs, we have the right vehicle for every project. HIAB cranes between 1t/m and 80t/m give us flexibility, ensuring you get the exact lift you require without over- or underselling. For container and plant haulage, we provide standard and extendable low loaders with advanced ramp systems, carrying up to 80 tonnes. Specialised adjustable vessel trailers and low beds handle payloads up to 90 tonnes with ease. Get in touch now to discuss your needs.

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CERTIFIED OPERATORS AND ADVANCED HANDLING

Every driver in our team is CPCS-certified, bringing expertise in operating lorry loaders, counterbalance forklifts, and telescopic handlers (most of our drivers have full ADR). Our vehicles are fully equipped for abnormal loads, supported by escort vehicles and advanced notification software to ensure compliance and safety. This combination of skill and technology means your load arrives securely and on schedule, no matter the complexity.

WHY OUR SERVICE STANDS OUT

We've designed our heavy haulage operations around capability, versatility, and attention to detail. Nationwide coverage allows us to reach projects wherever they're needed. Our modern fleet, paired with specialised trailers, tackles everything from straightforward lifts to complex load movements. With high-capacity payloads, certified operators, and tailored transport solutions, we ensure every job is handled with precision from start to finish.

SPECIALIST TRANSPORT FOR EVERY LOAD TYPE

  • All types of contractor plant machinery, including excavators, dump trucks, dozers, and telehandlers

  • Cranes, crawler cranes, tower cranes, and self-erecting tower cranes

  • Drilling rigs and piling rigs

  • Construction materials, such as sheet piles and heavy steel

  • Vehicle recovery

  • Specialist trailers, cradles, and boat transport

  • LPG gas storage tanks

  • Modular building and container haulage

  • Generators

  • Forklifts (large and small)

  • Tar pavers, rollers, and surface dressers

  • Silo storage tanks and pressure vessels

  • Machine tools and CNC machinery centres

  • Caravans, lodges, and twin units

  • Large and small fabrications (aircraft carrier parts)

  • Pumps, compressors, and boilers

  • Short-term storage

Emi, Dean, Paddy, John, Gordan & Graham are very professional & a great team to work with & have enabled us to achieve the successful deliveries of all our manufactured units safely to any destination or time (inspite of awkward volumes, weights or destinations)

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MOVE THE IMPOSSIBLE

Our Crane Transport Services Ensure Even The Heaviest Loads Are Handled With Care. Let Us Help You Achieve Safe, Efficient Delivery. Call Today.

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CONTACT US

Anchor Mill, Braunton Rd,

Barnstaple, EX31 1JY

BUSINESS HOURS

Monday – Friday: 06:00 - 18:00

Saturday: 07:30 - 12:00

Sunday: Closed

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NICK SAMPSON - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LIMITED, registered as a limited company in England and Wales under company number: 05062573.
Registered Company Address: 6 Cornpark Close Braunton Road, Ashford, Barnstaple, Devon, United Kingdom, EX31 4FX.

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