Boels Places Mega Order for 3,000 JLG Aerial Work Platforms

Meagan Wood
Jan 21
3 min read

30-Second Takeaway

Boels Verhuur has confirmed one of the largest access equipment orders in Europe, placing a 3,000-unit deal with JLG. The order spans electric and diesel scissors, straight and articulated booms, crawler booms, and low-level access equipment, supporting Boels’ ongoing fleet modernisation strategy and growth across 18 countries.

3,000-Unit JLG Order Supports Fleet Expansion

Dutch international rental company Boels Verhuur has placed a substantial order for 3,000 JLG aerial work platforms, covering a wide range of access equipment categories.

The order includes electric and diesel scissor lifts, straight and articulated boom lifts, crawler booms, mast lifts, and other low-level access platforms, reflecting Boels’ focus on maintaining a diverse, modern rental fleet.

Deliveries are scheduled to begin next week, enabling rapid deployment across Boels’ European branch network.

Energy-Efficient Platforms Align with Sustainability Goals

Boels confirmed that the latest additions support its fleet modernisation and expansion strategy, with particular emphasis on energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact.

JLG’s latest-generation platforms include improved power management, reduced emissions, and enhanced efficiency, helping rental customers meet increasingly strict environmental and sustainability requirements on site.

Long-Standing Partnership Drives Mega Deal

JLG’s European general manager Ian Hume highlighted the strength of the long-term relationship between the two companies.

“We have worked closely together for decades to anticipate customer needs and develop solutions that match evolving market expectations. The latest generation of energy-efficient platforms, for example, highlights how we are both dedicated to lowering the environmental impact of our customers’ sites and projects.”

Reliability and Lifecycle Value Key to Fleet Strategy

Michel Boels, director of fleet procurement at Boels, said product reliability and support were decisive factors in the purchasing decision.

“We appreciate the reliability and life-cycle value of the JLG product range, as well as the comprehensive Europe-wide aftersales support.”

One of Europe’s Largest Rental Fleets

As one of the largest rental companies in Europe, Boels Verhuur is well known for placing large-scale fleet orders across multiple equipment categories.

The company operates a combined fleet of approximately 650,000 rental machines, supported by around 750 branches in 18 countries, serving construction, industrial, infrastructure, and event markets.

About Boels Verhuur

Boels Verhuur is a leading European rental company providing equipment solutions across construction, industry, events, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Boels operates one of the largest and most diverse rental fleets in Europe, supported by a broad international branch network.

About JLG

JLG, a company of Oshkosh, is a global manufacturer of aerial work platforms, telehandlers, and access solutions. The company is recognised worldwide for innovation, safety, and reliability, with a strong presence across Europe and a comprehensive aftersales support network.

Website: https://www.jlg.com

Frequently Asked Questions

How many JLG machines has Boels ordered?

Boels has placed an order for 3,000 JLG aerial work platforms.

What types of access equipment are included in the order?

The order includes electric and diesel scissor lifts, straight and articulated booms, crawler booms, mast lifts, and low-level access equipment.