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Celebrating 10 Years of HighwayHire Ltd

  • Aug 27
  • 3 min read

A decade of growth, investment and partnership


Two Highway Hire van-mounted access platforms with their booms raised outside the company depot.

In January 2016, Highway Hire Ltd began its journey with a clear vision: to provide the highways, construction and infrastructure sectors with reliable equipment, exceptional service and a team that customers could trust.


Ten years later, we’re incredibly proud to be celebrating our first decade in business — a

milestone that reflects the dedication of our people, the loyalty of our customers and suppliers, and our commitment to continually investing in the future.

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10

YEARS IN BUSINESS

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£10m+

INVESTED

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UK NATIONWIDE SUPPORT


Where the journey began

Every successful business starts with an idea, but it’s the people behind it who turn that idea into reality.


One of the earliest chapters in our story came in April 2016, when Operations Director Graham Papierowski joined the business. His experience, leadership and commitment have played an integral role in shaping Highway Hire Ltd into the company it is today —helping to build the operational excellence and customer-focused approach that has become synonymous with our name.


A decade of investment and growth


Highway Hire Scania crane lorry with a lorry-mounted Fassi crane.

Over the past ten years, we’ve grown steadily, expanded our services and continually invested in the equipment our customers rely upon.


More than £10 million invested in our fleet and infrastructure during our first decade.


That significant investment reflects our belief that customers deserve modern, dependable equipment backed by a team that understands the importance of quality, safety and reliability.


Reflecting on the anniversary,

Steve Buxton, Managing Director of Highway Hire Ltd, said:


“Reaching our 10-year milestone is a fantastic achievement and one that everyone at Highway Hire should be proud of. What started in January 2016 has grown into a trusted business thanks to the dedication of our team, the loyalty of our customers and the support of our suppliers. Investing more than £10 million in our fleet over the last decade demonstrates our commitment to providing the very best equipment and service. While we’re proud of what we’ve achieved, we’re even more excited about what the future holds.”


Partnerships built on trust


Growth is about far more than numbers. Every delivery, every collection and every project we’ve supported represents a relationship built on trust.


We’re proud to have worked alongside contractors, local authorities and infrastructure partners across the UK, supporting projects both large and small while developing long-lasting partnerships along the way.


Stronger through every challenge


Like every business, our journey has brought its share of challenges. From navigating changing market conditions to adapting to new industry demands, we’ve learned that resilience, flexibility and teamwork are just as important as the equipment we provide.


Those experiences have strengthened our business and reinforced our commitment to

delivering the highest standards of service.


The people behind Highway Hire


None of this would have been possible without the incredible people behind Highway Hire Ltd. Our team has always been at the heart of everything we do.


Their professionalism, knowledge and willingness to go the extra mile have helped us earn the trust of customers and build a reputation we’re incredibly proud of.


We’re equally grateful to our customers, suppliers and business partners who have supported us throughout the last ten years. Many relationships have grown alongside our business, and we’re honoured to have played a part in so many successful projects over the last decade.


Looking ahead to the next chapter


As we celebrate this milestone, we’re not simply reflecting on where we’ve been —

we’re looking ahead to where we’re going.


The highways and infrastructure industries continue to evolve, and so will Highway Hire Ltd. We’ll continue investing in our fleet, embracing innovation, developing our people and ensuring we’re ready to meet the needs of our customers for many years to come.

Celebrating ten years is an important achievement, but we see it as the foundation for the next chapter. The first decade has been built on hard work, trust, investment and strong relationships. With those same values guiding us, we’re excited about what the future holds.


THANK YOU


To everyone who has been part of our journey since January 2016 — our

employees, customers, suppliers and supporters — thank you for helping make Highway Hire Ltd what it is today.


Here’s to the next ten years.


 
 
 

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