John Sutch Cranes pushes fleet investment beyond £1m with latest Scania order

The latest order builds on a transformative 12-months for the North West-based crane hire specialist, which has already modernised its transport and rigging division and introduced a bold new blue and canary yellow brand identity.

The earlier investment programme laid the foundations for a more modern, capable fleet. Now, with two new flagship Scania V8 units added the total recent investment total recent investment moves well beyond the £1 million mark.

This next phase signals clear intent for John Sutch Cranes as it continues to strengthen capability while supporting long-term growth.

The new Scania S 660 units are purpose-built for nationwide heavy haulage and abnormal load transport, offering:

Craig Hargreaves, Sales Director at Scania (Haydock Commercial Vehicles Ltd), said: “We’re delighted to be supporting John Sutch Cranes with this latest investment. The S 660 V8 is designed for exactly this type of demanding heavy haulage operation - delivering the power, reliability and driver comfort needed for specialist transport work.

“This order reflects a clear commitment to quality and long-term fleet performance.”

Hayley Sutch, Designate Managing Director at John Sutch Cranes, said: “Over the last 12 months, we’ve made a conscious decision to invest in both our fleet and our brand.

“The £750,000 programme was a big step forward for us, and these new Scania units take that even further. It’s about making sure we have the right equipment, the right image, and the right foundations in place for the future.”

Lee Rhoney, Transport Manager at John Sutch Cranes, who oversees the huge haulage operation within the business, added: “For us, it’s all about reliability and capability day in, day out. These trucks are built for the kind of heavy work we’re doing, moving cranes, moving abnormal loads, and covering long distances.

“The spec gives our drivers a better environment to work in, and from an operational point of view, it gives us confidence that we can deliver consistently for our customers.”