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Our Services

Plant & Machinery Hire for Port, Construction & Industrial Sites

Reliable Plant & Machinery Hire, Supported by Experienced Operators

When work needs to keep moving, the right machinery and the right people make all the difference.

At Whyte Cargo, we provide plant and machinery hire supported by experienced operators and responsive on-site support, helping you work safely and without unnecessary downtime.

We supply reliable modern plant equipment and machinery, backed by practical know-how and a team that’s ready to step in and help when it matters.

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FoFork Lift hire for Material & equipment handling

Our forklift hire service supports efficient lifting and material handling across port, marine, construction and industrial sites. 

We respond quickly and can have the right forklift on site within hours, helping you maintain productivity and avoid delays.

Whether you’re unloading cargo, moving materials or supporting a wider operation, we help you keep work moving safely and on schedule.

How hiring a forklift supports you: 

Speeds up loading, unloading and on-site movements

Reduces downtime by using the right equipment for the job

Improves site safety and handling efficiency

Flexible hire to suit changing site demands
Available as a standalone service or part of a wider operation
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MEWP Hire for Safe Working at Height

Our MEWP hire (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms) service supports safe and efficient work at height across port, construction, industrial and marine environments.

We’ll help you choose the right platform for your site conditions and respond quickly to get it in place, so your team can work safely and without delay.

How MEWP hire supports your operation:

Provides safe access for work at height
Reduces delays caused by poor access or unsuitable equipment
Supports efficient maintenance, installation and inspection work
Flexible hire to suit changing site conditions
Available as a standalone service or part of a wider operation
Request MEWP
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Why Choose Whyte Cargo

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Rapid Mobilisation

Our team can be on site quickly, around 30 minutes for Montrose and within 2 hours for other locations
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Unmatched Experience

Established in 1982 and built on family knowledge, we bring decades of real, hands-on expertise
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Solutions-focused

If there’s a safe way to do it, we’ll find it and make it happen
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People who care

Our clients often request our team by name because they know the impact our people make
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How to Book Plant Machinery Hire

1

Get in touch

Tell us what your project involves and where you’re working. We’ll advise on the right machinery and provide a clear quote.

2

Mobilisation

Your equipment will be delivered or mobilised at the agreed time, ready for use on site.

3

On-site operation

Our team is available to support safe operation and help keep your work moving efficiently.

4

Completion & Site Exit

Once the job is complete, we ensure you’re satisfied, safely remove our plant machinery from your site, and follow up with all relevant documentation and invoicing.
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Trusted Across the UK

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Client Stories

Intermoor: The Right People on the Ground

Discover why the right people on the quayside makes all the difference for a mooring service provider like Intermoor.
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Need Reliable Machinery On Site?

From forklifts to MEWPs, our team is ready to support your operation with the right plant equipment.
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Additional services you may be interested in

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Crane Hire & Contract Lifts

Our crane hire and contract lift services is a complete operation. Our team handles the planning, supervision and lifting so every job is carried out safely and efficiently from beginning to end.
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Cargo Handling

End-to-end cargo handling with a highly specialised grab system and experienced operators. Our specialist grab hire service is ideal for bulk materials and awkward loads.
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Personnel Hire

Operational personnel hire for marine, port, construction and industrial work - supplying the people you need to take control of the job and keep it moving.
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