From cranes and lifting to workforce training and industrial supplies, RS Industrial Services has spent more than two decades helping North East businesses operate safely, efficiently and productively. Now, the company is looking to build new connections as part of the EMN community.
Established in 2001, RS Industrial Services has grown into a trusted engineering and industrial services provider supporting businesses across the North East and beyond.
Operating from facilities in Gateshead and Billingham, the company brings together three specialist areas: Cranes & Lifting, Training & Development, and Industrial & Safety Supplies.
Together, these services enable RS Industrial Services to support customers with the equipment, engineering expertise, skills and ongoing support needed to keep critical operations moving.
Cranes and lifting expertise in the North East
At the heart of RS Industrial Services is its Cranes & Lifting division, providing engineering support throughout the entire lifecycle of lifting equipment.
From initial specification and installation to inspection, maintenance, refurbishment and replacement, the team provides practical solutions designed to improve safety, reliability and operational performance.
Its expertise covers overhead travelling cranes, jib cranes, runway systems, hoists and bespoke lifting solutions, with the team working across some of the region’s most demanding industrial environments.
Alongside planned maintenance programmes and statutory inspections, RS Industrial Services provides a 24/7 breakdown service, helping customers respond quickly to unexpected problems and minimise costly downtime.
Importantly, the relationship does not end when new equipment is installed.
By combining technical expertise with ongoing servicing, maintenance and modernisation, RS Industrial Services helps businesses improve asset performance and extend the working life of critical equipment.
Developing skills and safer workplaces
Engineering capability is only part of the picture.
Through its dedicated Training & Development division, RS Industrial Services also helps employers develop workforce competence and improve workplace safety.
The company delivers accredited, industry-recognised training programmes from its specialist facilities and onsite at customers’ premises.
Its practical, hands-on approach is designed to support compliance while giving employees the skills and confidence they need to operate safely and effectively.
Bringing engineering and training expertise together gives customers an additional advantage. They can source and maintain critical equipment while also ensuring their people have the knowledge and competence to use it safely.
Supporting the future of North East industry
RS Industrial Services has ambitious plans for the next five years, with a vision to become the leading independent cranes, lifting and industrial services provider across the North of England.
Its growth strategy includes strengthening engineering capability, investing in digital technologies and customer service infrastructure, and developing more long-term customer partnerships through recurring service and maintenance programmes.
The business also plans to continue investing in its people, facilities and technology while exploring acquisition opportunities that complement its existing expertise and regional reach.
RS Industrial Services joins the EMN community
As a new Engineering & Manufacturing Network (EMN) member, RS Industrial Services is keen to connect with manufacturers, engineering companies and industrial operators from across the region.
For the team, joining EMN provides an opportunity to build relationships, develop strategic partnerships and gain greater insight into the challenges and opportunities facing North East industry.
It is also an opportunity to contribute to wider conversations around skills, investment, innovation and the future of manufacturing.
The business is particularly passionate about supporting regional growth, creating skilled jobs and helping strengthen the competitiveness of the North East’s engineering and manufacturing sector.
Backed by long-term North East investors, RS Industrial Services shares EMN’s commitment to building a thriving industrial economy that delivers opportunities for businesses, employees and local communities.
We’re delighted to welcome RS Industrial Services to the EMN community and look forward to connecting the team with businesses from across our engineering and manufacturing network.
