Since 1954, Peinemann has been providing forklift truck rentals with a passion that’s still strong today. In fact, we’ve grown into a leading company in the industry. However, we don’t see ourselves as just one company, rather, a one-stop shop offering everything you need for moving goods horizontally and vertically.
Our expertise lies in the smooth running of logistics processes in a variety of sectors such as construction, ports, industry and logistics. With a team of over 1,200 colleagues, we manage a large fleet of rental equipment, offering you a wide range of services, from helping with construction logistics to handling industrial moves and maintaining harbour cranes.
What sets us apart is our long-term relationships with customers, some of whom have been with us for more than 30 years. They trust us because we’re committed, reliable, and always here for them. Driven by our love for what we do and our promise to give great service, our goal is to make your logistics better every day.
We uphold the highest standards of health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) every day. Promoting a proactive safety culture, we emphasise individual and collective responsibility for safety.
At the core of our operations and risk management practices lies the Peinemann Management System (PMS). Essential to maintaining our operational excellence, the PMS comprehensively oversees all our business processes.
Our commitment to quality is underscored by multiple certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, VCA, and the Safety Culture Ladder (SCL).
We are dedicated to minimising our environmental footprint and fulfilling our energy requirements in a manner that is economically, socially, and environmentally responsible. For instance, 95% of our forklifts operate on electric power, and we prioritise the use of sustainable energy wherever possible.
To instill this commitment within our operations, we adhere to the ISO 14001 standard, focusing on the identification and management of environmental risks and impacts. Additionally, we actively participate in the CO2 performance ladder program to minimise our carbon emissions.
Aligned with our aspiration to combat climate change, we aim to join the Glasgow Climate Agreement, pledging a 55% reduction in our CO2 emissions by 2030.
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While managing his cigar business in Rotterdam in 1954, Friedrich Wilhelm Peinemann witnessed the rapid growth of the Rotterdam port. Inspired by this development, he ventured into renting out his first forklift truck at the world’s second-largest port. Since its inception by Wilhelm, our company has continually expanded. Staying relevant means understanding how to bring your customers further. Therefore, besides the port sector, we now cater to the construction, warehousing, and industrial sectors with a diverse range of equipment, expert knowledge, and customised solutions.
Friedrich Wilhelm Peinemann initiated the rental of forklifts and personnel to clients in the Rotterdam harbour. Later, operating under the name Peinemann Heftrucks B.V.
In addition to the rental of forklifts and personnel, Peinemann Kranen B.V. expanded its services to include a diverse range of crane rentals. This expansion occurred as the second generation, brothers Peter and Jaap Peinemann, assumed management responsibilities.
Peinemann embarked on the development of bundle pullers and cleaners to improve its services for the petrochemical industry, leading to the establishment of Peinemann Equipment B.V.
Peinemann Hoogwerksystemen B.V. was established to offer customers an improved total package, enabling the rental of aerial work platforms alongside forklifts and cranes.
The Peinemann family expands its global presence through Mobilift International, reaching countries including Oman, Romania, Portugal, Poland, Liberia, Ghana, and Ivory Coast.
Peinemann reaffirms its position as a major player in the port industry with the establishment of Peinemann Container Handling B.V., thereby offering rental, sales, and maintenance services for reach stackers, empty container handlers, terminal tractors, and more.
Peinemann Port Services B.V. was founded to expand port operations by offering crane maintenance, project management, and consultancy services.
Peinemann improves its capacity to meet the evolving market demands for electric mobility with the acquisition of Spijkstaal. This includes offering electric tractors and platform trucks for rental and sale, catering to the needs of large entities like airports and flower auctions.
Sam Peinemann, the third generation, joins the management team, complementing Ad Kornet's leadership. In a strategic move, the national and international branches are merged under the banner of Peinemann Mobilift Group.
Peinemann broadens its services with the acquisition of G. Van Harten. This expansion allows the company to assist its customers in (dis)assembling, transporting, and repositioning objects of extreme dimensions and weights.
The introduction of Peinemann Project Logistics improves our total service package, specialising in logistics and technical support for complex and/or inner-city (construction) projects.
