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H.E. Services invests £15 million in Manitou telehandler fleet expansion

H.E. Services (Plant Hire) Ltd has announced a major investment in its fleet with the arrival of a wide range of brand new Manitou telehandlers, reinforcing its commitment to providing modern, reliable equipment to customers across the UK.

The £15 million order, placed with Glosrose Group, the main Manitou dealer in the South East, includes over 200 telehandlers ranging from 4m to 18m. This forms part of a two year fleet renewal designed to enhance availability and ensure customers have access to the latest machinery.

Deliveries are already underway, with new machines arriving across H.E. Services’ 11 depots nationwide, including key locations such as Strood, Liverpool, Cambridge and Cardiff. This expansion will enhance support for projects across the construction, civil engineering, infrastructure and utilities sectors throughout the UK.

The new telehandlers will join an ever growing fleet of over 3,500 items of plant, featuring machinery from some of the most respected manufacturers in the industry. All units are available for both short term and long term hire, ensuring customers have access to modern, reliable equipment when they need it.

Richard Stevens, Plant and Transport Manager at H.E. Services, said: “We are pleased to be investing further in our telehandler fleet with this significant order from Manitou. This renewal ensures we continue to provide our customers with modern and reliable equipment across all of our depots. Working with Glosrose has allowed us to secure high quality machines that meet the demands of our customers across a wide range of sectors.”

Jack Hammell, Head of Sales & Service at Glosrose Group added: “I’m thrilled to see the first batch of Manitou telehandlers delivered for 2026. H.E. Services and Glosrose have enjoyed a long‑standing partnership, one that remains as strong today as it has ever been, supported by the fantastic Manitou products we’re proud to supply. This month marks a special moment for Glosrose as we celebrate our 50th anniversary, and this delivery feels like a fitting birthday present for the whole team. A huge thank‑you to Hugh, Peter, and everyone at H.E. Services for your continued loyalty and support. Long may our partnership continue and grow.”

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