AUGUST 2025 Ӏ NEWS
FRANNA TARGETS UK MARKET
Australian pick and carry crane manufacturer Franna will make its UK debut at lifting and access tradeshow Vertikal Days 2025, which will take place at Newark Showground, Nottinghamshire, on 10-11th September. Franna has been actively expanding
its footprint in global markets including India, the Middle East and Africa, Southeast Asia and the USA; it says it is now turning its attention to the UK and European markets. “Exhibiting at Vertikal Days
is a strategic decision for Franna as we aim to expand our presence in the UK market,” said Aidan O’Neill, regional sales manager, Franna. Franna will be represented at
the show by its UK distributor Crowland Cranes. On Crowland Cranes’ stand Franna will
showcase its AT22 crane for the first time in the UK. “We’re excited to showcase this machine in the UK for the first time and introduce UK and Irish customers to the benefits of true pick and carry capability,” O’Neill added. “Franna pick and carry cranes are highly suitable for multiple industries
across the UK due to their versatility, reliability, and superior capabilities,” said Pete Issitt, managing director, Crowland Cranes. “Several Franna cranes are already in operation across the UK, and our team has been actively supporting them in the field. This has given us valuable insight, not only into the machines themselves but also into the technical and parts support provided by the team in Australia, which has consistently impressed us. We are therefore excited to showcase the Franna AT22-2 at Vertikal Days and demonstrate its potential to our wider customer base, the first new Franna crane to arrive in Europe for over 25 years.” For more on Franna’s global expansion see the pick and carry crane feature starting on page 22.
COLLET ADDS ITS FIRST GOLDHOFER MODULAR AXLES TO FLEET
UK heavy logistics specialist Collett & Sons has announced the purchase of 36 Goldhofer THP/SL-L modular axle lines. This marks a significant shift for Collett and a new direction for its ever-growing fleet of specialist trailers and equipment as it is the first time Collett has purchased Goldhofer modular axles. The new axle lines are scheduled to arrive and be operational within their fleet in August 2025. The Goldhofer THP/SL-L series
is renowned for its lightweight construction and high payload capacity, making it well-suited for Collett’s expanding portfolio of complex transport projects. Each axle line is engineered for maximum flexibility, allowing Collett to tailor configurations to the specific requirements of each load. With an
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axle load capacity of up to 26.1 tonnes and a deadweight of just 2.77 tonnes per axle Collett says these modular trailers deliver exceptional stability and reliability across a range of heavy haulage operations.
Mark Howe, UK sales representative at Goldhofer, said: “We’re delighted to see Collett & Sons add the Goldhofer THP/ SL-L modular axle lines to their fleet. The versatility and high-performance capabilities of the THP/SL-L are an ideal fit for the complex and challenging transport projects Collett takes on. We look forward to supporting them in delivering these exceptional services to their customers.” David Collett, managing director
at Collett & Sons, stated: “We are pleased to welcome the new THP/ SL-L Goldhofer modular axle lines into our fleet. We believe the decision to invest in Goldhofer equipment is the right move for our operations, and we look forward to seeing these axles in action on the road this August.”
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