Lifting Operations
At Newline Highways, we provide fully managed lifting operations as an integral part of our infrastructure delivery model — combining technical precision with strict safety standards to support projects across the UK road network.
Our in-house lifting capability allows us to safely handle, transport, and position heavy components with minimal disruption to programme or public traffic. Whether we’re installing vehicle restraint systems, passive safe signposts, bridge parapets, or fencing assemblies, our lifting teams work seamlessly alongside site crews and plant operators to ensure operations are coordinated, compliant, and on time.
Self-Delivered for Full Control
We operate under LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) and BS 7121, with full method statements, lift plans, and risk assessments prepared for every task. Our appointed persons manage each lift from start to finish, and our operatives are trained to CPCS and NPORS standards, ensuring capability across a wide range of plant and lifting equipment — including lorry-mounted cranes (HIAB), tracked lifting platforms, and articulated boom vehicles.
We regularly support:
- Installation of VRS and barrier systems
- Placement of steel and concrete infrastructure
- Relocation of heavy highway signage
- Lifting for emergency call-outs where access is restricted or rapid deployment is needed
- Complex or high-risk lifts involving confined spaces or sensitive environments
What Sets Us Apart?
What sets Newline apart is our ability to self-deliver. We don’t rely on third-party lifting contractors — we plan and carry out all lifting works with our own team, allowing for greater flexibility, cost control, and a faster response when you need it most.
From routine highway works to emergency night-time interventions, our lifting operations deliver confidence where it counts — on the ground, at height, and under pressure.
Our Other Services
“Newline has been a trusted subcontractor to Amey over the years, playing a crucial role in supporting their operations through expert VRS (Vehicle Restraint System) repairs and Vac-ex (vacuum excavation) services. Their consistent reliability and technical proficiency have helped Amey maintain high safety and efficiency standards across numerous infrastructure projects. Whether responding swiftly to emergency VRS repairs or programmed Cyclic/reactive Works and deploying advanced Vac-ex techniques to safely expose underground utilities.”