• Ports & Shipyards

    AFI Rentals supports maintenance, inspection and construction across the UK’s busiest ports, docks and shipyards.

  • Powered access equipment for Ports & Shipyards

  • Our range includes electric and diesel articulating and telescopic boom lifts, truck and van mounts, spider lifts, scissor lifts, and telehandlers. These are ideal for applications such as ship maintenance, cargo handling, dockside construction, lighting, inspection and painting.

    With a nationwide fleet of modern access platforms, we help marine, cargo, bulk-handling and logistics teams work safely and efficiently at height.

  • Why choose AFI

    • Over 6,000 powered access machines available nationwide

    • 20 depots across the UK for fast delivery and support

    • Operated truck mounts with working heights up to 75m

    • Electric and hybrid models for quieter, low-emission sites

    • IPAF and PASMA training for port and marine personnel

    • Simple online ordering and off-hire process.

    Request a quote | Call 03301 340 200

Not sure what powered access equipment you require?

  • Popular powered access machines used by ports and shipyard projects

  • Typical port and shipyard applications

    • Vessel and hull maintenance

    • Container and cargo terminal work

    • Crane, gantry and conveyor access

    • Lighting, inspection and painting

    • Jetty and dock infrastructure projects

    • Engineering, fabrication and ship refit tasks.

  • Articulating and telescopic boom lifts

    Reach high and over obstacles for ship superstructures, cranes and loading towers.

    • Electric, hybrid and diesel models

    • Long outreach for complex access

    • Suitable for open dock and terminal environments.

  • Operated truck mounts - Ideal for time-critical, high-reach tasks around ships and cranes.

    • Up to 75m working height

    • Operated by experienced, IPAF-qualified drivers

    • Fast setup, safe operation and excellent mobility.

  • Scissor lifts

    Provide stable height access for shipbuilding halls and dockside maintenance.

    • Electric and diesel variants

    • High-capacity platforms for tools and materials

    • Compact options for narrow working areas.

  • Spider lifts

    Low-weight tracked machines that perform well in confined or uneven dock areas.

    • Compact footprint for gangways and piers

    • Electric and hybrid versions available

    • Non-marking tracks for sensitive surfaces.

  • Telehandlers

    Support logistics and shipyard operations by lifting materials, spares and equipment.

    • Lift heights up to 20m

    • Multiple attachments available.

    Need advice? Talk to our team.

  • Safety and compliance

    AFI supports a strong safety culture across the marine and logistics sectors.

    • IPAF and PASMA accredited training

    • Machine familiarisation and emergency-lowering videos

    • Instant off-hire confirmation with QR code technology

    • Fully compliant LOLER and PDI documentation

  • Delivery and support

    • Rapid delivery from 20 UK depots

    • Operated or self-drive hire options

    • Long-term contract rates available

    • 24/7 online hire management

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    AFI is committed to helping ports cut emissions and noise. More than 70% of our fleet is now electric or hybrid, supporting cleaner operations across docks, shipyards and terminals.

    Through our Carbon Offsetting Pledge, AFI offsets 200% of the emissions generated by the delivery of machines ordered online and 100% of the emissions from collections off-hired using our digital system.

    These offsets support verified carbon reduction projects that benefit coastal and marine environments, helping the wider port industry work more sustainably.

  • Ready to plan your next port project?

    • Request a quote for your next dock or terminal job

    • Arrange a site survey

    • Book operated truck mounts for ship or crane access.

    Request a quote | Call 03301 340 200

    AFI Rentals provides high-quality powered access hire and sales, with industry-accredited IPAF and PASMA training. We operate from 20 locations across the UK with a fleet of over 6,000 machines, supporting safe and professional work at height across all sectors, including ports and shipyards.