Lifting the Film & TV industry
NMT’s Film and TV Cranes have featured on the set of many Hollywood blockbuster movies, so it is no surprise that we lead the way for crane hire for TV and film, as well as haulage services for filming production.
As a company with over 40 years of experience, we pride ourselves on being experts in this field. We have been able to help the biggest of movie production companies to help their visions come to life thanks to our top of the range cranes for film and TV and camera and stunt winches.
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services
Designed to meet the diverse requirements of our clients:
Our commitment to safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction ensures that we provide tailored solutions to meet the specific demands of each project.
Lighting Rigs Construction:
- NMT Cranes precisely illuminates complex sets with adaptable lighting structures.
- Our cranes suspend lighting arrays at previously impossible angles and heights.
- We position customised lighting rigs that transform ordinary venues into extraordinary scenes.
Special Effects & VFX:
- NMT Cranes manoeuvres specialised effect equipment with millimetre precision.
- We elevate practical effects systems that seamlessly blend with digital enhancements.
- Our cranes stabilise dynamic special effects components during high-action sequences.
- NMT expertly orchestrates mechanical effects that bring imagination to tangible reality.
Wire Rigging:
- NMT hoists performers and stunt artists with uncompromising safety standards.
- We secure wire systems that enable breathtaking aerial choreography.
- Our team choreographs complex wire movements that defy physical limitations.
Camera Rigs:
- NMT delivers precision camera movements that capture directors’ exact vision.
- Our cranes sweep through elaborate sets with fluid, controlled motion.
- We balance heavy camera packages at extreme angles for impossible shots.
- NMT Cranes tracks dynamic action with smooth, programmable camera movements.
About Us
At NMT Cranes we are driving a new era
Of excellence in crane hire, heavy lifting, and precision lifting solutions.
We’re a family business that was founded in 1976 by three brothers, and today under the leadership of James ‘JD’ Ambridge and our forward thinking management team, we are modernising and professionalising every aspect of our business, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the lifting industry.
For over 40 years, NMT Crane Hire has set the standard in crane hire, heavy lifting, and precision lifting solutions. Through dedication, expertise, and a commitment to quality, we’ve earned a reputation as the go-to name in the crane, construction and film/media industries.
Today, when people think crane hire, they think NMT – no matter the scale or complexity of the job.
Tailored Solutions for Productions
- Tower Cranes – Ideal for rigging lighting, props, and large-scale set pieces like helicopters and silkscreens.
- Mobile Cranes - Our all-terrain Terex cranes, as seen in Fast & Furious 6, provide immense lifting power on any landscape.
- Stunt & Camera Winches – Designed to create breathtaking action sequences safely and efficiently.
Why Choose NMT?
- Decades of expertise in film & TV production support
- A versatile fleet for any on-set requirement
- Proven track record in major Hollywood productions
- Reliable nationwide haulage services
If your production needs specialist crane hire or logistics support, contact us at 0800 026 6985 or send us a message online.
If your production needs specialist crane hire or logistics support, contact us at 01753 785351 or send us a message online.
Our successful projects
Media
Cinderella
- England
- 9 months
Media
Mission Impossible
- England
- 9 months
Media
The Batman
- England
- 9 months
Media
The Flash
- England
- 9 months
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Our commitment to safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction ensures that we provide tailored solutions to meet the specific demands of each project.
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What our client says
Working on Batman required precision, reliability, and expert logistics—NMT delivered on all fronts. Their cranes played a crucial role in executing some of the most intense action sequences, seamlessly handling complex lifts and supporting large-scale set constructions. Their professionalism and expertise made them an invaluable part of the production.
When it comes to high-stakes action, every detail has to be perfect—NMT’s crane support was no exception. From lifting heavy stunt rigs to ensuring equipment was exactly where it needed to be, their team’s efficiency and commitment to safety helped bring some of the most thrilling scenes to life. Their expertise was truly mission-critical!"
Bringing the high-speed action of The Flash to life required top-tier logistics and precision—NMT delivered exactly that. Their cranes were essential in executing dynamic stunt sequences, lifting intricate set pieces, and ensuring every shot had the perfect setup. Their expertise and reliability helped us push the limits of what was possible on screen."