Our services
Transport & haulage services across the UK
Plant transport, abnormal loads, general haulage, machinery relocation and HIAB crane hire — nationwide logistics from a Staffordshire base.
What we offer
Transport solutions built around your project.
Five core services — planned properly, crewed properly, and matched to the load before wheels turn.
HIAB Crane Hire
Transport and lift in one move — no separate lifting contractor required.
Learn morePlant Transport
Secure movement of excavators, dumpers, telehandlers and rollers.
Learn moreAbnormal Loads
Route surveys, permits, escorts and compliance for out-of-gauge freight.
Learn moreGeneral Haulage
Reliable rigid and artic capacity for day-to-day site deliveries.
Learn moreMachinery Relocation
Planned relocation of machinery between sites, yards and facilities.
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HIAB crane hire
HIAB-equipped vehicles transport and lift in one move — often without a separate lifting contractor on site.
Generators
Containers
Materials
Steel
Plant
Cabins
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Plant transport
Excavators, dumpers, telehandlers, rollers and tracked plant moved securely between depots and live sites.
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Collect
Right unit arrives ready to load.
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Secure
Plant restrained for the journey.
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Transport
Route-planned move to site.
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Deliver
Offload where you need it.
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Abnormal loads
Out-of-gauge freight needs more than a trailer. We plan routes, permits, escorts and timing so the move is compliant end to end.
- Route surveys and access checks
- Escort vehicle coordination
- Permit management
- Timing and compliance planning
- Experienced abnormal-load operators
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General haulage
Day-to-day haulage — pallets, building supplies, steel, construction logistics and commercial deliveries.
Pallet deliveries
Building supplies
Steel and materials
Construction logistics
Commercial deliveries
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Machinery relocation
Relocating machinery between sites, yards and facilities — access, lift method and transport planned from collection through to set-down.
- Site-to-site relocation
- Access and lift planning
- Secure loading and set-down
- Experienced operators
Fully planned
Matched kit
Right unit
Recent work
Across sites. Across sectors.
Why choose R & O Punchard?
Fully insured
Vehicles, lifts and loads covered end to end.
Modern fleet
HIAB, low loaders and rigid & artic capacity.
Experienced team
Operators who plan awkward jobs properly.
Customer focused
Clear quotes, honest advice, no shortcuts.
Industries
Industries we work with.
Construction
Agriculture
Energy
Telecoms
Plant hire
Industrial
Forestry
Infrastructure
Fleet & equipment
The right unit for the job.
Our process
A simple process. A perfect delivery.
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Enquire
Send weight, size, postcodes and access notes.
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Plan
Route, permits and method sorted before pricing.
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Prepare
Vehicle, crew and paperwork locked in.
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Transport
The right unit arrives ready to work.
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Deliver
Load moved or lifted and closed out clean.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Weight, dimensions, collection and delivery postcodes, and any access notes. Photos of the load or site help us match the right vehicle first time.
Yes. We are based in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, and provide nationwide transport and haulage — including plant moves, abnormal loads, general haulage and machinery relocation.
Yes. We plan routes, timing and compliance support where required so out-of-gauge freight moves safely as specialist abnormal load transport.
Often not. Our HIAB-equipped vehicles can transport and lift on site, which removes the need for an extra lifting contractor on many jobs.
As early as you can — especially for abnormal loads or tight hire windows. Urgent and weekend work is available when capacity allows.
Yes. Vehicles, lifts and loads are covered end to end. Ask us if you need cover details for a specific job.
Ready to book a service?
Plant transport, abnormal loads, general haulage or machinery relocation — tell us what you need and we'll put a plan together.