top of page

The crane industry’s only unified hub and the leading ecosystem connecting lifting, rigging, transport, equipment, safety, market intelligence, operator stories, and global field reporting. Delivering breaking crane news, trending stories, heavy lift updates, accident insights, and equipment coverage with Global reach. Local impact. Powered by real crews and real professionals worldwide.

Crane Hub Magazine.avif
Reach & Rise Cover .png

Crane Hub Magazines is where the global lifting and heavy equipment industry comes to connect, learn, and lead through people-focused, industry-driven, all-digital publications. Built on the foundation of the original Crane Hub Magazine, our lineup expands in 2026 with eight new titles, spotlighting specialized sectors, regions, and the stories shaping the future of the industry worldwide.

The Crane Hub Global Marketplace brings the global lifting industry together in one powerful platform. Designed for contractors, fleet owners, and equipment suppliers, the Marketplace showcases cranes, lifting equipment, parts, and services from verified sellers and rental providers around the world. With increased visibility, targeted industry reach, and a streamlined user experience, Crane Hub Global Marketplace helps move equipment, and opportunities faster.

​

COMING SOON!!!

Business Directory.png

The Crane Hub Global Business Directory serves as a comprehensive listing of companies operating within the crane and heavy lift sector. Designed to support visibility, networking, and industry growth, the directory provides a trusted destination for professionals seeking reliable partners, services, and expertise across global markets.

​

COMING SOON!!!!

Work with Crane Hub Global to grow your brand and connect with the world’s crane, lifting, and heavy transport professionals. Our platforms deliver targeted reach, trusted visibility, and meaningful engagement with the audiences that matter most.

Become a member of the Crane Hub community groups and join a global network of professionals driving the crane, lifting, and heavy transport industry forward. Share knowledge, discover opportunities, and be part of the conversations shaping the work on site and across the world.

Booms Up Buzz Logo.png

The sh*t we laugh about in the cab, the yard, and the yard group chat. Real jobsite humor from real crews.

  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • YouTube
  • TikTok
< Back

Crane Marriage: Crowland Team Surprises Newlyweds with Fully Restored 1968 Land Rover

Crowland Cranes celebrated the marriage of Thomas Issitt and Hannah Issitt with a remarkable surprise a fully restored 1968 Series 2a Land Rover, completed in secret by the company team.

30-Second Takeaway Thomas Issitt, product support engineer at Crowland Cranes, and CPCS crane operator and Appointed Person Hannah Issitt were presented with a fully restored 1968 Series 2a Land Rover as a surprise wedding gift from the Crowland team. The restoration project was originally started by Thomas and his late grandfather, Norman Issitt, making the gesture a powerful tribute to family legacy within the crane industry. A Crane Industry Love Story The crane industry is built on family, teamwork and long-standing relationships and this week brought a reminder of just how strong those bonds can be. Thomas Issitt, product support engineer at Crowland Cranes  and son of managing director Peter Issitt, recently married Hannah Issitt, a CPCS crane operator and qualified Appointed Person . But it wasn’t just the wedding that made headlines within the industry. It was the wedding gift. A Land Rover with History The Crowland team presented the couple with a fully renovated 1968 Series 2a Land Rover , completed in secret. The project had deep personal meaning. The late Norman Issitt began restoring the vehicle with his grandson Thomas in 2019. When Norman passed away in 2021, the rebuild was paused and the project quietly mothballed. What Thomas and Hannah didn’t know was that when they announced their wedding plans last year, Crowland employees decided to restart the project behind the scenes. The team carried out a full “nut & bolt” restoration , bringing the classic vehicle back to life as a surprise tribute to family and legacy. Following the wedding ceremony, the Land Rover was revealed to the couple a gift that connected three generations of the Issitt family. Built on More Than Steel In an industry known for heavy lifting, precision planning and technical excellence, moments like this highlight something equally important community. Crowland Cranes is a family-run business, and the surprise restoration reflects the culture that often defines the crane sector: long-term loyalty, shared history and teamwork that extends beyond the jobsite. Thomas works in product support engineering, helping ensure cranes operate efficiently and safely. Hannah works at the sharp end of operations as a CPCS-qualified crane operator and Appointed Person a role demanding technical competence, responsibility and leadership. Together, they represent the next generation of industry professionals carrying forward both technical skill and family tradition. Honeymoon… Then Conexpo After the celebrations, the newlyweds have headed off on honeymoon but the crane industry is never far away. They will round off their trip by joining the Crowland sales team at Conexpo  in a couple of weeks, bringing the story full circle from wedding day to one of the industry’s biggest global exhibitions. A Reminder of What Makes the Industry Strong Projects, plant and performance drive the crane world. But behind every lift plan, every mobilisation and every project milestone are people — families who have built businesses over generations. The restored 1968 Land Rover isn’t just a wedding gift. It’s a symbol of heritage, craftsmanship and continuity values that continue to shape the crane industry today. Congratulations to Thomas and Hannah from everyone across the lifting community. About Crowland Cranes Crowland Cranes is a UK-based crane company operating a fleet of mobile cranes and providing lifting services across a range of sectors. The company is known for its family leadership and long-standing presence within the UK crane industry.

crane-marriage-crowland-team-surprises-newlyweds-with-fully-restored-1968-land-rover

bottom of page