Lift It, Shift It
Northern Franna Cranes NT provides mobile crane hire in Darwin, Palmerston as well as the rural and remote areas of the Northern Territory. Our 15-tonne Franna mobile crane is available for short or long term hire. This “pick-and-carry” crane is ready to go if you want to move machinery or lift a shipping container.
We offer wet hire or dry hire, and can source larger capacity cranes when necessary. We can also help with dismantling and steel erection and have other equipment available for hire - such as a block cage for construction purposes.
As a family-owned and operated business, we are passionate about supporting our local community and are proud to hire locals! Northern Franna Cranes NT is a member of the Crane Industries Council of Australia (CICA).
Convenient Service
The Franna at Northern Franna Cranes NT is effective across multiple applications. It can lift heavy loads and operate in tight spaces. It is also capable of completing lifts at multiple job sites in a single day – perfect if you need to move heavy machinery and equipment in confined spaces, such as factories and warehouses. Our Terex pick-and-carry machine has a 15-tonne maximum lifting capacity and is known as a taxi crane because we can pick up a load and carry it to its destination within a small radius.
Our Australian-designed and built crane can travel on public roads and requires minimal set-up, when compared with similar mobile cranes and truck cranes, because it doesn’t require outriggers or stabilising legs.
Our mobile crane is assessed annually by Crane Safe, a voluntary program augmenting existing safety standards, and our staff undergoes machine-specific, impartial peer assessment through CrewSafe.
Safe, Simple Solutions for Homeowners and Businesses
Not all lifting jobs are large-scale industrial projects. Sometimes you just need help shifting a container, relocating a water tank or lifting building materials into place. That’s where Northern Franna Cranes NT steps in. We provide the mobile crane hire Darwin homeowners and businesses can rely on for smaller or more personal lifting needs, without the complications that often come with larger firms.
Our mobile Franna crane is designed to move through confined spaces, including suburban blocks, driveways and narrow access points. With no need for outriggers, our mobile crane hire in Darwin can quickly position, lift and transport your materials, equipment and machinery across short distances with ease. Our services are ideal for a wide variety of jobs like pool installations, pergola construction or even relocating garden sheds and solar batteries.
We offer both wet and dry hire depending on your preference and can guide you through the most cost-effective options for your task. If you’re not sure what’s involved, give us a ring and we’ll walk you through the process step-by-step.
Your Local Experts in Remote and Rural Work
The Territory is known for its wide-open spaces and remote communities, and we’re equipped to meet those demands. Northern Franna Cranes NT provides a mobile crane hire in Darwin and across the NT’s most isolated regions. Whether it’s a cattle station, remote mining site or bush block outside Palmerston, we’re ready to travel with our mobile crane and get your job sorted.
Transporting heavy items over long distances or dealing with terrain that’s difficult to access is part of the job for us. Our Franna crane is built for pick-and-carry tasks, with reliable road travel capabilities and minimal setup once on site. That makes it perfect for locations without established infrastructure or access to larger machinery.
We know that timing and flexibility matter in these environments. That’s why we aim to work around your schedule, ensuring our crane and crew arrive ready to lift, move and clear the area with minimal disruption. We also come prepared with all the required documentation, licences and safety compliance so you’re covered from start to finish.
What Makes Us Different
When you’re looking for a crane hire in Darwin, it’s important to choose a provider who understands both the equipment and the local conditions. Northern Franna Cranes NT, a family-owned business, prides itself on delivering honest, efficient and safe service on every job.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Local knowledge: We understand Territory conditions, local weather patterns and the practical challenges that come with working on a wide range of job sites.
- Flexible scheduling: We work around your timeline and can provide services on weekends and public holidays when required.
- Safety-first mindset: Our crane is assessed annually through the Crane Safe program, and our operators are independently tested under the CrewSafe system.
- Responsive service: We provide fast quotes, clear communication and show up on time, so your job stays on schedule.
- Community focus: We hire locally, support Territory businesses and proudly maintain membership with the Crane Industry Council of Australia (CICA).
Our goal is to make your experience with mobile crane hire in Darwin as stress-free as possible, while delivering real value on every job. When you work with us, you’re partnering with locals who genuinely care about getting the job done safely, efficiently and with respect for your site.
Your Project Needs a Lift? Let’s Get It Moving
From pool installations to container moves and machinery relocations, Northern Franna Cranes NT offers a reliable crane hire Darwin residents and businesses can count on. Our Franna crane is built for quick jobs and tight spaces, making it perfect for urban and rural sites alike.
We’re proud to offer flexible hire options, dependable service and a genuine understanding of what local projects need. Contact us now and take the hassle out of heavy lifting. Call 0408 891 846 or email admin@nfcranes.com.au.
Our mobile crane is perfect for moving heavy equipment in confined spaces. It is cost efficient as the mobile unit reduces time wastage and transportation costs.
As well as mobile crane hire, we also have lifting equipment available for hire including a block cage to safely convey a pallet of bricks or blocks. We can also organise other items by request.
From pool construction to a fishing platform repair at Darwin’s Stokes Hill Wharf, Northern Franna Cranes NT has given a lot of Territorians a much-needed lift. Find out more about our projects here.
