Durham Lifting Embarks on a New Era of Leadership and Innovation.
Amanda and Paul Gardiner have taken full ownership of Durham Lifting, beginning a new chapter built on decades of experience, continued investment and a clear vision for the future.
Durham Lifting has reached a historic milestone as Amanda and Paul Gardiner take full ownership of the business, marking a generational shift in leadership and the beginning of an ambitious new chapter for the company.
With a combined 70 years of experience, Amanda and Paul bring together extensive commercial, operational, engineering and technical knowledge. Their acquisition reinforces a long-term commitment to Durham Lifting, its people and the customers it supports.
A long-term commitment to Durham Lifting
The acquisition places the future direction of the company fully in the hands of two people who have spent decades developing its services, technical capability and reputation.
A new chapter built on experience
The change in ownership represents more than a business transaction. It is the continuation of a long-standing commitment to building a dependable, technically capable lifting company with the expertise to support increasingly complex projects.
Amanda and Paul have each played a defining role in Durham Lifting’s development, combining business leadership with practical technical knowledge and a shared focus on doing work properly.
Amanda Gardiner
Managing Director
Amanda’s 35 years with Durham Lifting have helped guide the company through sustained growth, the development of its capabilities and the launch of the international Multisec brand.
Paul Gardiner
Director and Design Engineer
Paul brings extensive expertise in lifting equipment design, proof load testing, installation and technical business development, helping drive the company’s engineering capability.
Amanda Gardiner’s leadership journey
Amanda’s 35-year career with Durham Lifting has seen the company grow into a multi-million-pound business supporting customers across lifting equipment, testing, inspection, crane services and engineered lifting solutions.
Her leadership also supported the launch of Multisec in 2020, creating a dedicated international brand for lifting equipment designed and manufactured in the North East of England.
The growth of Multisec reflects Amanda’s focus on building new opportunities while retaining the technical standards and dependable service associated with Durham Lifting.
“Taking full ownership of Durham Lifting is a proud moment for us, and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. We’re ready to lead Durham Lifting into a future filled with innovation, growth and continued success.”
Amanda Gardiner, Managing DirectorPaul Gardiner’s technical vision
As a qualified design engineer, Paul has been instrumental in strengthening Durham Lifting’s technical capability and supporting the development of solutions for demanding lifting applications.
His experience covers equipment design, proof load testing, installation and the practical challenges involved in delivering complex lifting projects.
This combination of engineering knowledge and business development has helped position Durham Lifting to respond to new requirements across heavy industry, infrastructure, offshore energy and specialist lifting operations.
“With a bright future ahead, we are dedicated to building a team with the technical ability to support the growth of the lifting equipment industry and meet future challenges.”
Paul Gardiner, Director and Design EngineerLeadership focused on long-term growth
Under the Gardiners’ ownership, Durham Lifting will continue to focus on investment, technical development and the expansion of the specialist services available to customers.
Greater testing capacity
Continued investment in large-capacity testing equipment allows Durham Lifting to support larger and more demanding projects.
Developing technical expertise
Building a skilled team remains central to delivering safe, reliable and correctly engineered lifting solutions.
Expanding capabilities
New equipment, facilities and engineering knowledge will support continued development across testing and lifting equipment.
Investment in major testing capability
A central part of Durham Lifting’s growth strategy is the continued expansion of its proof load testing facilities.
Investment in a 3,000-tonne testing machine provides the business with the capacity to undertake larger, more technically demanding tests and support projects operating at the highest end of the lifting industry.
The expanded facilities strengthen Durham Lifting’s ability to manage specialist testing requirements while maintaining control over inspection, verification and certification.
3,000-tonne proof load testing capacity
The expansion of Durham Lifting’s testing facilities supports larger lifting equipment, more demanding projects and future growth across heavy industry, infrastructure and energy.
Building on the success of Multisec
The continued development of Multisec will remain an important part of the company’s future direction.
Through Multisec, Durham Lifting designs and manufactures lifting equipment for customers in the UK and international markets, bringing together in-house engineering, fabrication, testing and certification.
The brand provides a strong platform for further product development and enables Durham Lifting to take its engineering capability into a wider range of markets and lifting applications.
A clear direction for the future
The new era of ownership will focus on strengthening the foundations already established while preparing Durham Lifting for the next stage of its development.
Expand facilities and equipment
Greater testing, engineering and manufacturing capability will allow the company to support more complex projects.
Build technical expertise
Investment in people and specialist knowledge will help the team respond to changing industry requirements.
Reach new markets
Durham Lifting and Multisec will continue developing opportunities across the UK and international lifting industry.
Inspiring the next generation
Amanda and Paul’s journey reflects the importance of long-term vision, commitment and the willingness to invest in both people and technical capability.
Their ownership gives Durham Lifting a clear direction and provides continuity for employees, customers and industry partners.
“Our story is proof that with the right vision and dedication, any goal is attainable. We hope to inspire not just our team but the entire industry.”
Amanda Gardiner, Managing DirectorWe do it right
Durham Lifting’s long-standing motto, “We do it right,” continues to reflect the standards expected across every part of the business.
As the company enters this new era, that commitment will remain at the centre of its approach to leadership, engineering, customer service and continued growth.
With experienced ownership, expanding facilities and further investment planned, Durham Lifting is positioned to build on its achievements and make a lasting contribution to the lifting industry.
Experience, investment and technical capability.
Durham Lifting provides testing, inspection, crane services, equipment hire and engineered lifting solutions for customers across the UK and international markets.