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Specialist Contract Lifting Services

Specialist Contract Lifting Services for Awkward and Unusual Loads

Some lifts aren’t routine. They’re awkward, heavy, oversized or simply don’t fit a standard approach. Our specialist lift service is designed for customers who need more than just a crane on site.

At Whyte Cargo, we take ownership of the entire job so you can feel confident everything is handled properly. Whether you’re lifting a shed, moving a container or dealing with an unusual structure, we bring the experience, planning and people needed to get it done safely.

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A Fully Managed Contract Lift Service

A specialist lift is any job where the load, location or access requires extra planning, experience and care. These are the lifts where safety, judgement and clear decision-making matter most.

Our specialist lift service is delivered as a fully managed contract lift. That means we take responsibility for the entire operation, not just supplying a crane on the day.

Every lift includes:

A qualified crane operator
An experienced lift supervisor
Slinger signallers
Full lift planning, risk assessments and method statements
All required certification and insurance
Our comprehensive approach protects you legally and practically, and ensures the lift is carried out safely, efficiently and in line with regulations.
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Our Crane Lifting Capacity

We operate cranes ranging from 60 to 250 tonnes and can source larger or specialist cranes when required. Where additional capacity, ballast or haulage is needed, our team will organise and manage the full setup as part of a single contract lift solution.
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Specialist Lifting Capabilities

Construction lifts for steelwork, plant and structural components
Shipping containers and modular units
Grand pianos and other large musical equipment
Gym equipment and large fitness machinery
Machinery and industrial equipment
Plant, generators and site equipment
Timber, steel and construction materials
Awkward or oversized items with restricted or difficult access
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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 Our Specialist Contract Lifting Services Work

1

Get in touch

Share the details of your lifting requirements and we’ll provide a clear quote along with the planning, supervision and resources needed to carry out the lift safely and efficiently.

2

Mobilisation

Once confirmed, the crane, lifting team and supporting equipment are mobilised immediately or scheduled for your required date and time.

3

On-site operation

We carry out the lift in line with the approved lift plan, managing the operation safely and efficiently with minimal disruption to your wider site activities.

4

Job completed

Once the job is complete, we confirm everything has been lifted as planned, ensure you’re satisfied, and follow up with all relevant documentation and invoicing.
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Trusted Across the UK

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Client Stories

Clarksons Port Services:“You can put your trust in Whytes to get the job done”

Our relationship with Clarksons Port Services exemplifies why shipping agents can rely on Whyte Cargo to support them in giving the best possible service to their clients.
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Need Something Awkward Moved?

All you need to do is tell us what needs to be moved and we’ll help you find the safest way. 
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