Elevated Solutions for

Hoisting & Lifting

Because not everything

fits through the front door

Hedley’s Group hoisting and lifting services are designed for the challenging, the oversized, and the impossible.

From exterior furniture lifts to precision crane work and interior scaffold builds, our teams deliver safe, elegant solutions for getting your pieces exactly where they need to be.

Every project begins with a site assessment, detailed lift plan, and the right equipment for the job, ensuring your items move smoothly from ground level to their final placement with zero compromise to safety, structure, or craftsmanship.

  • Delicate, valuable, and often irreplaceable — fine art demands a different vocabulary of care. Our handlers combine rigging expertise with conservation-minded practice to safely hoist framed works, canvases, and heavy sculptures in challenging spaces. We assess weight, center of gravity, materials, and environmental risk to ensure the artwork arrives exactly as it left: flawless.

  • From oversized sofas to bespoke cabinetry, our teams manage every lift with precision and property-safe methods. Whether hoisting pieces to upper floors, maneuvering through tight access points, or coordinating exterior lifts, we protect finishes, walls, and architectural details at every stage. Each movement is planned, padded, and executed with care.

    Grand, upright, or concert-grade, pianos require specialist handling. Our rigging crews use dedicated lifting straps, skid boards, protective wrapping, and controlled hoisting techniques to navigate stairs, balconies, tight turns, or upper-floor access. Every move is choreographed to safeguard both the instrument’s integrity and the surrounding property.

  • From stone benches and oversized planters to ornate fountains and modern water installations, outdoor pieces often demand specialized lifting techniques. Their weight, scale, and irregular forms can make standard access routes impossible. Our teams use cranes, exterior lifts, and padded rigging to maneuver each element safely into gardens, courtyards, terraces, and landscaped environments. Every placement is executed with attention to balance, terrain, and structural integrity — ensuring your outdoor spaces come together seamlessly and securely.

  • Oversized textile pieces may require rolling, crating, and vertical hoisting to reach mezzanines or upper floors without creasing or abrasion.

  • Large or delicate fixtures often must be hoisted into double-height spaces or positioned using interior scaffold. Precision lowering and alignment are critical to avoid strain on wiring and ceiling mounts.

  • Heavy stone pieces — mantels, countertops, sculpted stonework — require weight-balanced lifting and structural assessment. These often need cranes or scaffold-based rigging to position safely without stressing the material.

  • Oversized mirrors, architectural glass, and custom glazing require ultra-controlled movement. Their scale and fragility often make stairwells or elevators impossible, so glass-specific hoisting gear and padded cradles ensure safe vertical travel.

  • Exterior Furniture Lifts

    When stairwells, elevators, and entryways can’t accommodate large or delicate pieces, we turn to exterior lifts. Using specialized equipment, we safely hoist furniture, artwork, and installations to terraces, penthouses, and upper floors. Every lift is carefully planned to protect both the item and the property, ensuring a smooth, controlled ascent.

  • Cranes for Complex Spaces

    Residential logistics often demands precision. Our crane solutions specialize in narrow streets, limited clearances, and architecturally complex environments. Whether lifting sculptures to rooftop gardens or placing oversized pieces into interior courtyards, our team executes each maneuver with technical accuracy and full site coordination.

  • Interior Scaffolds

    Some spaces demand a vertical approach. For tall atriums, double-height living rooms, stairwells, and gallery environments, we build interior scaffold to reach the perfect installation point. Our crews work with museum-level care, ensuring stability, safety, and pinpoint accuracy for artworks, chandeliers, mirrors, and large-format pieces.

  • Specialized Indoor Lifting

    For projects where traditional access isn’t possible, we deploy specialized interior lifting equipment to safely maneuver heavy or oversized items within confined spaces. These systems allow for precise vertical and horizontal movement of sculptures, architectural elements and other heavy objects.

From Lifting

to Logistics

At Hedley’s Group, each expertly wrapped and prepared piece becomes part of a larger, carefully coordinated system — one that extends through logistics, transport, and secure storage.

Whether moving across the city or across continents, our integrated network ensures complete traceability, consistent handling standards, and white-glove service at every stage.

From the first layer of protective wrapping to final placement on-site, we deliver continuity, care, and confidence — every step of the journey.

  • Comprehensive Logistics

    Hedley’s Group provides worldwide transport solutions across road, air, and sea freight to deliver your shipments.
    From dedicated and part-load transport to priority freight and consolidated deliveries, every consignment is managed with complete oversight and care.

  • Storage & Warehousing

    Hedley’s Group provides secure, climate-controlled storage and fully managed warehousing for items of all kinds.
    Our facilities offer private vaults, racked climate control, viewing rooms, and containerized storage options, all carefully monitored by 24-hour security.

  • Tiered Packing Solutions

    Hedley’s Group expert teams carefully assesses the fragility, size, and value of each item to determine the best packing strategy.
    From protective blanket wraps to shadow boxes, premium coverings and custom crating, our packing solutions are designed to ensure safe transport and storage.

  • Inventory Management

    Hedley’s Group comprehensive inventory management system ensures that every item is tracked and monitored with precision.
    We provide detailed reports and condition assessments, giving clients peace of mind that their artwork and high-value items are accounted for at all times.

  • Elite White Glove Division

    Elite services designed for collectors, institutions, and private clients who require absolute care, confidentiality, and control.
    Every shipment is treated with the care reserved for irreplaceable works of art — expertly protected, transported, delivered and installed with discretion.

  • Specialized Installations

    Hedley’s Group specialized installation services cater to the most delicate artwork, sculptures, and high-value items.
    Whether it’s a gallery installation, home placement, or exhibition setup, our specially trained teams ensure that each piece is handled with the utmost care and precision.

  • Antiques & Collectibles

    We provide tailored logistics and handling solutions for antique dealers, ensuring the safe transportation, storage, and delivery of valuable items. Whether it's securing items for flea markets or managing international purchases, our services are designed to meet the specific needs of antique dealers, offering peace of mind and efficiency.

  • Auction Houses

    Our comprehensive auction services include consignment logistics, auction setup, and onsite handling during live events. We assist with displaying items, secure transport, and ensure timely post-sale distribution, making the entire auction process smooth and professional for auction houses and their clients.

  • Exhibitions & Events

    From logistics to onsite support, we offer end-to-end solutions for exhibitions. Our services include transportation, installation, and pack-down assistance, ensuring a seamless experience for exhibitors. Whether for local or international events, we manage every detail, from display assembly to post-event distribution.

  • Galleries & Showrooms

    We provide logistics, packing, installation, and exhibition support for galleries. Our services ensure timely and secure delivery of artwork, along with precise handling during gallery installations and exhibitions. Whether local or international, we help galleries manage their collections with care and efficiency.

  • Interior Designers

    From sourcing and inventory management to installation and delivery, our services cater to interior designers who need reliable logistics solutions. We offer tiered packing, professional installation, and floor plan setup, ensuring that every piece arrives in perfect condition and is expertly placed in line with your vision.

  • Museums & Institutions

    We provide support for yachts and marina operations, handling everything from transport and packing to crating and storage. We assist captains and crew with tenders, spare parts and essential supplies, while also ensuring owners and designers can move furnishings and personal items between home and harbour.

  • Retail Stores

    For retail businesses, we offer white-label warehousing, inventory management, and reliable distribution services. Whether for local or long-distance deliveries, we ensure your products arrive on time and are stored securely. We also assist with onsite support, including product assembly and customer deliveries.

  • Shipyards & Marinas

    We provide support for yachts and marina operations, handling everything from transport and packing to crating and storage. We assist captains and crew with tenders, spare parts and essential supplies, while also ensuring owners and designers can move furnishings and personal items between home and harbour.

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