Our Coverage Area

From our strategically based hub in South Derbyshire, we deliver high-quality powered access and plant hire equipment to sites across England, Scotland, and Wales. Whether you're operating in a major city or a remote rural location, our logistics team ensures your equipment arrives on time, every time.

We provide fast & reliable delivery across the United Kingdom

At Mainline, we specialise in delivering powered access and plant hire solutions to job sites across the UK — all from a single, well-connected depot in Swadlincote. Unlike providers with multiple branches, our centralised model allows us to maintain full control over equipment quality, servicing standards, and delivery efficiency. This means we can supply our clients with high-performance machinery wherever they need it — from city centres like Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow, to rural areas across North Wales, East Anglia, and beyond.

With over 40 years of industry experience and a reputation for reliability, we’re proud to serve clients nationwide. Our logistics team works closely with project managers to ensure each hire is timed to your schedule and delivered in full working order, with ongoing support available throughout your hire period.

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Delivering powered access nationwide — wherever your project takes you

With over 40 years of industry experience, Mainline proudly supplies powered access and plant hire to more than 90% of mainland UK — all from our single, strategically located depot in Swadlincote, South Derbyshire. Our dedicated logistics team and trusted delivery network allow us to provide fast, reliable service nationwide, ensuring you get the right equipment, wherever and whenever you need it.

From local projects to major national contracts, we’re equipped to deliver on time, every time.

Explore the areas we cover

North East

We supply powered access and plant hire to Newcastle, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, and beyond — with fast, reliable delivery to sites across the North East.

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North West

From Manchester and Liverpool to Preston and Chester, we deliver high-performance machinery across the North West for construction, infrastructure, and more.

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Midlands

Based in South Derbyshire, we offer unbeatable coverage across the Midlands — including Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Coventry, and Stoke-on-Trent.

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South East

Our fleet supports projects across the South East, including London, Reading, Oxford, and Milton Keynes — delivered from our central depot to your site.

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Wales

We deliver to both North and South Wales, including Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, and Wrexham — supplying safe, efficient equipment across all project types.

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Scotland

From Glasgow and Edinburgh to Aberdeen and Dundee, we deliver nationwide — offering a full range of plant and powered access hire across Scotland.

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Why we operate this way

Rather than spreading our resources across multiple depots, we’ve chosen to operate from one highly efficient, centrally located base. This allows us to maintain a modern, well-serviced fleet with full quality control — every machine is inspected, maintained, and dispatched by our in-house team to the highest possible standard.

By cutting out the inconsistencies of regional branches, we’re able to offer more competitive pricing, faster response times, and a consistently high level of service across every region. It’s a leaner, more reliable model — and it’s how we’ve built lasting relationships with clients across the construction, infrastructure, and maintenance sectors nationwide.

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7 years ago

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of equipment can I hire from Mainline?

Mainline offers a wide fleet of over 3,600 high-spec machines available for hire throughout the UK. Our powered access equipment offers a diverse range of scissor lifts and boom lifts, enabling safe work at heights for a variety of applications.

We have a varied selection of high-quality branded booms like Genie, Manitou and JLG. We offer height access up to 48m to give you both low and high-range reach for all your construction requirements. We also have super MEWPs, which allow contractors to work at extreme heights.

If you have any questions about which equipment would be best for your job, contact a member of our team and we will help you find the perfect machine from our rental fleet

Do you provide delivery and collection services?

Yes, our delivery and collection services are carried out by one of our highly experienced engineers, who ensure that your powered access machinery always arrives on time and is collected efficiently when the job is completed. We cover most of the UK from our strategically placed main depot in Swadlincote, South Derbyshire. This means if you have a project in England, Wales or Scotland, we can service you.

To start your enquiry, get in touch with us by filling out our contact form or giving us a call for a tailored quote on our powered access hire equipment. We can then discuss the logistics of the hire and get the equipment to you on a date and time that best suits your needs.

Is support available during the hire period?

Our experienced engineers are always available to give you support throughout your entire hire period. We know that even the smallest issue can disrupt your work, which is why we are just a call away if anything goes wrong. No matter the query or concern, simply let us know and we'll be right there to help keep your project moving smoothly. Your peace of mind is our priority and we make sure every machine is fully serviced, operational and in compliance with all health and safety regulations.

Can I open a trade account with Mainline?

Yes, this is preferred and you will receive a lot of benefits after opening the account. A trade account allows you to make faster bookings, have access to unique rates and receive tailored support for your projects. The goal is to make your experience as efficient and cost-effective as possible for all our clients. Our account options will meet your needs, whether you are managing multiple sites or have a long-term project that requires multiple hires.

How do I get a quote?

Contact us by email or phone to receive your initial quote. Also, feel free to visit our depot for a face-to-face consultation, where we’ll gladly answer all your questions about our powered access machinery. Once your enquiry is complete, your dedicated account manager will be on hand to support you and address any concerns throughout your hire. You can trust us to guide you every step of the way and provide assistance to your location whenever you need it during the hire period.