Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Heavy Haulage and Wind Turbine Transport Services in Lisburn
Mar-Train Heavy Haulage has been a family-run business since 1978, initially established to provide local plant haulage services in Northern Ireland. Over decades, we expanded our operations across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, specialising in heavy haulage and wind turbine transport. Our fleet comprises over 20 Volvo tractor units and 70 trailers, including bespoke configurations for demanding loads. We pioneered modular equipment investment in Northern Ireland, enabling us to lead in transporting abnormal loads and plant machinery. Our commitment to customer service, attention to detail, and health and safety excellence have built a loyal client base, including major manufacturers like Caterpillar and JCB.We maintain a dedicated team of 40+ employees, two mechanics, and a modern workshop for regular vehicle maintenance. Our dual UK and Irish haulage licences allow seamless cross-border operations, supported by a secure storage facility in Portadown. We hold affiliations with leading industry associations, including the Road Haulage Association and Freight Transport Association. Our expertise extends to route surveys, site visits, and logistics consultancy, ensuring solutions for complex transportation challenges. With a proven track record in delivering wind turbines to remote locations, we combine technical capability with unwavering reliability.
Services
Plant Haulage
Wind Turbine Transport
Consultancy
Engineering Loads
Heavy Haulage
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in heavy haulage logistics.
- Our fleet includes 22 tractor units and 70+ trailers for diverse needs.
- We hold RHA 1998 Conditions of Carriage compliance certifications.
- We operate under dual UK and Irish haulage licences for seamless cross-border transport.
- Our team includes CSR-certified drivers and mechanics for safety excellence.
Associations and certifications
- Road Haulage Association
- Freight Transport Association
- Heavy Transport Association
- Irish Road Haulage Association
Services
Plant Haulage
We transport heavy plant machinery up to 120 tonnes for manufacturers like Caterpillar and JCB. Our fleet includes stepframes, low loaders, and beam trailers for diverse requirements. This service supports construction and industrial sectors across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
Wind Turbine Transport
Specialist transport for wind farm components to remote locations. Our equipment includes extendible blade carriers and multi-axle low loaders. We have delivered hundreds of turbines across Scotland, Wales, and Ireland since 1993.
Engineering Loads
Transport solutions for oversized industrial equipment up to 350 tonnes. We use modular trailers and Goldhofer tower clamp systems. This service supports bridge construction, modular building projects, and heavy engineering industries.
Consultancy
Route surveys, site visits, and trial runs for complex transport projects. We provide escort vehicle coordination and detailed reports. This service ensures compliance and safety for abnormal load movements.
Heavy Haulage
End-to-end heavy haulage solutions across Europe. Our fleet includes 45m extendible stepframes and 60m flat trailers. We serve manufacturers and engineering firms with bespoke transport requirements.
People
Tim Martin
Director
Tim Martin co-founded Mar-Train Heavy Haulage in 1978. With over 45 years in haulage, he oversees strategic operations and client relationships. His leadership drives the company's expansion and technical innovation.
Sonya Martin
Director
Sonya Martin co-directs Mar-Train Heavy Haulage alongside Tim. She manages financial operations and compliance. Her focus on health and safety has maintained the company's excellent safety record.
Questions
What areas do you cover for heavy haulage?
We operate across Ireland, the UK, and mainland Europe, with dual UK and Irish haulage licences for seamless cross-border transport.
What types of machinery can you transport?
We handle plant machinery up to 120 tonnes, wind turbines, bridges, and modular buildings. Our trailers support loads up to 350 tonnes.
Are you certified for safety standards?
All our drivers hold CSR certificates. We comply with RHA 1998 Conditions of Carriage and maintain regular vehicle maintenance schedules.
How do you handle remote wind farm deliveries?
Our extendible trailers and multi-axle systems enable transport to remote locations. We conduct route surveys and trial runs for complex sites.
What fleet sizes do you operate?
We have 22 tractor units and over 70 trailers, including bespoke Volvo configurations for heavy and abnormal loads.
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