About us

Introduction

Why We’re the Trusted Choice in Crane Hire

Cork Crane Hire delivers lifting solutions tailored to industries such as:

Construction
Marine
Infrastructure
Mechanical
Energy Production

Our mission is to provide safe, cost-effective, and reliable crane hire services that meet the highest standards of efficiency and punctuality.

All equipment in our modern fleet—from All Terrain Cranes and Mobile Tower Cranes to Truck-Mounted MEWPs—is fully insured, CPA-certified, and maintained to CPA best practice guidelines. We also supply ancillary equipment and NPORS-certified operators, ensuring every lift aligns with BS7121 standards and UK health and safety regulations.

Established in 2005, with over 40 years of industry expertise, we serve the UK and Ireland from our strategic base in Widnes, Cheshire, near the M62, M6, and M56 motorways.
his allows rapid deployment to key locations like Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Lancaster and North Wales.

Our loyal customer base trusts us for:

One-off crane hire and Contract Lifting
Site surveys, risk assessments, and ground pressure testing
Transport and Lift & Shift solutions

Backed by CPA compliance, a modern fleet, and highly trained personnel, Cork Crane Hire is your partner for lifting excellence.

"With over 40 years in the industry, we’ve learned that success starts with listening to our clients and delivering solutions that exceed expectations."

- Pat Mulvihill, DIRECTOR

40+ Years of Expertise. Delivering crane hire and lifting solutions since 2005, with a modern, CPA-certified fleet.
Nationwide Coverage. Serving the UK and Ireland with rapid deployment from our Widnes base.
Industry-Leading Safety. NPORS-trained operators, BS7121 compliance, and rigorous risk assessments.
Skilled Team. NPORS-certified operators delivering safe, professional service.
Customer-Focused. Proud of our punctuality, reliability, and loyal client base.