Rope and Marine Services

Rope and Marine Services Rope and Marine Services Limited (RAMS est.1948) is the largest truly independent specialist lifting

Welcome to Rope & Marine services Ltd (RAMS), established in 1948, we are proud to have been offering lifting equipment hire, sales, repair, test and manufacture throughout London and the South East for over 60 years. Our Services:

- Hire and Sales of Lifting Equipment
- Testing and Certification
- Repair and Maintenance
- Site Installations, Repairs, Examinations and Testing
- Manufacture and D

esign
- Delivery

Our people are the company’s major asset and we enjoy a wealth and depth of experience unmatched in our industry. With friendly expert staff we believe in enjoyable, sustainable and profitable long-term relationships with our customers, suppliers and employees. Our advantage over other lifting equipment providers lies in our depth of knowledge and extensive connections from many years in the industry, coupled with the complete understanding of what our customers need and our ability to provide practical lifting solutions while maintaining a forward thinking attitude. As agents and stockists for all major brands of lifting, handling and safety equipment our large depot offers a wide range of quality products and services. Our extensive fleet of quality hire equipment is maintained to the highest possible standard. The equipment is subjected to a stringent regime of thorough examination, repair, testing, certification and record keeping. All works being carried out, in our fully fitted workshops, are by our trained and experienced engineers. Our large premises is located approximately 2km due East of the City of London, just off the A13 Commercial Road, 250 metres away from the Northern entrance to the Rotherhithe Tunnel. There is a secure car parking compound for visitors and employees, adjacent to the main office entrance. Professional Body Memberships:

Lifting Equipment Engineers Association of Great Britain (LEEA) – Established across the globe as the leading representative body for all those involved in the lifting Industry world. We are full members of the LEEA and operate to their code of practice. Associations:

Achilles - Achilles creates and manages a global network of collaborative industry communities, allowing trading partners to share high quality, structured, real-time data. British Standards Institute (BSI) - BSI is the business standards company that help organizations make excellence a habit. Federation of Crafts & Commerce (FCC) – Established in 1983 by business people for business people, the Federation of Crafts and Commerce is a non-profit making, non-political business association providing a practical support package to its small to medium sized business Members. Docklands Business Club - The aim of the Club was to have a credible and representative voice for businesses in Docklands. London Chamber of Commerce - The capital's largest independent networking and business support organisation

Construction Health and Safety Group (CHSG) – Established in 1952 the CHSG Is a recognised and respected provider of quality training and support to construction and associated industries. Constructionline - A UK goverment certification service which reduces the need to repeatedly fill in standard pre-qualification forms for every construction tender.

Our New E-commerce Website is Live! www.ropemarine.comWe’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new e-commerce w...
20/03/2026

Our New E-commerce Website is Live!
www.ropemarine.com

We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new e-commerce website – making it easier than ever to browse, hire, and purchase lifting equipment online.

Whether you’re on-site, in the workshop, or planning your next project, you can now quickly find the right equipment with improved navigation, real-time pricing, and a seamless ordering experience.

As main stockists and distributors for Columbus McKinnon Corporation Ltd. UK in London, we’re proud to offer a wide range of trusted lifting solutions, backed by expert support and fast availability.

Take a look and let us know what you think 👇

Something new is being built.We’re currently working on our new website, designed to make it easier to find and purchase...
11/03/2026

Something new is being built.

We’re currently working on our new website, designed to make it easier to find and purchase lifting equipment from the industry’s leading brands.

Soon you’ll be able to browse and buy top lifting equipment brands online, as well as access our hire, testing, and engineering services.

Stay tuned — launching soon.

Quick turnaround on the Thames ⚓We recently supplied 2 × 10T, 10m webbing slings at short notice to assist Thamescraft w...
09/03/2026

Quick turnaround on the Thames ⚓

We recently supplied 2 × 10T, 10m webbing slings at short notice to assist Thamescraft with tug operations on the River Thames.

Great to see our equipment out in the field and playing a part in keeping operations moving.

In an industry where many simply distribute lifting equipment, we choose to build it ourselves.That’s why we assemble al...
24/02/2026

In an industry where many simply distribute lifting equipment, we choose to build it ourselves.

That’s why we assemble all of our Grade 8 and Grade 10 chain slings in-house.

Bringing the assembly process under our direct control allows us to:

- Select and match premium components with total traceability
- Configure bespoke multi-leg and specialist sling setups
- Carry out rigorous inspection before anything leaves the workshop
- Reduce downtime with faster turnaround on urgent orders
- Maintain consistent compliance with current lifting standards

No outsourcing. No unknowns. No compromise on safety.

Every sling we produce is assembled by experienced technicians who understand that lifting gear isn’t just a product — it’s critical safety equipment.

When it comes to lifting, reliability isn’t optional. If you’re looking for Grade 8 or Grade 10 chain slings — whether standard builds, custom configurations, repairs or re-certification — we’re ready.

👀 We’ve been busy behind the scenes…Something new is taking shape at RAMS Lifting Gear. We’re building a new online expe...
08/01/2026

👀 We’ve been busy behind the scenes…

Something new is taking shape at RAMS Lifting Gear. We’re building a new online experience that will make it easier to browse, select, and order lifting equipment when you need it.

You’ll be able to buy products from some of the top and most trusted brands in the lifting industry, all in one place.

We’ll be sharing more in the coming weeks — watch this space.

🎄 An early Christmas present for RAMS Lifting… 🎄We’re delighted to share that we’ve successfully passed our audit and re...
22/12/2025

🎄 An early Christmas present for RAMS Lifting… 🎄

We’re delighted to share that we’ve successfully passed our audit and retained our FORS Silver membership

For us, safety isn’t just about the equipment we supply or the services we provide — it extends to everything we do, including how we operate our vehicle fleet. Getting the right equipment to site safely and responsibly is just as important as how it’s used once it gets there.

Retaining FORS Silver reflects:

Our commitment to safety beyond the job itself

High standards across our fleet, drivers, and operations

A company-wide approach where doing things properly matters

Huge credit to the team for the continued focus and effort that makes achievements like this possible. A great way to end the year — and a solid foundation to build on 🎁💪

17/12/2025

🎬 A sneak peek behind the scenes…

It gives a behind-the-scenes look at how we support customers with the hire, supply, testing and repair of lifting equipment — and the standards we work to every day.

From compliant inspections to dependable equipment and responsive support, it captures what we focus on most: keeping operations safe, efficient and moving.

Just real people doing real work
Worth a watch if you haven’t seen it yet.

From raw material to certified lifting solution At RAMS Lifting, we don’t just supply wire slings — we manufacture them....
16/12/2025

From raw material to certified lifting solution

At RAMS Lifting, we don’t just supply wire slings — we manufacture them.

It starts with raw steel wire and ends with a fully assembled, tested, and certified wire sling, built to perform in demanding lifting environments. Every stage of the process is carried out in-house, giving us full control over quality, consistency, and compliance.

Manufacturing in-house means:
• Full traceability from raw material to finished product
• Consistent quality and repeatability
• Faster turnaround and bespoke solutions
• Products built to meet real-world lifting demands

Proud of the skill, experience, and attention to detail that goes into every sling leaving our workshop.

Manufactured, tested, and trusted.

09/12/2025

🎄 Christmas Office Closure Notice 🎄

As we approach the festive season, we would like to inform our customers, suppliers and partners of our upcoming holiday closure dates.

📅 Our offices will close at 2:00pm on Wednesday, 24th December and will reopen on Friday, 2nd January.
🔔 All hire equipment must be returned by 2:00pm on 24th December.

Thank you for your continued support throughout the year.

We wish you a safe, enjoyable and Merry Christmas! 🎅✨

Wishing you a Happy Halloween from everyone at RAMS Lifting Gear! 👻As the nights draw in and things get a little spooky,...
31/10/2025

Wishing you a Happy Halloween from everyone at RAMS Lifting Gear! 👻

As the nights draw in and things get a little spooky, our team is still hard at work lifting standards and keeping operations safe, strong, and efficient.

Marketing vs Engineering📸 Marketing: “Make it look exciting!”🧑‍💻 Engineering: “It’s a gantry crane… it lifts. That’s exc...
23/10/2025

Marketing vs Engineering

📸 Marketing: “Make it look exciting!”
🧑‍💻 Engineering: “It’s a gantry crane… it lifts. That’s exciting enough.”

At RAMS, our CAD team designs gantries that don’t just look good on screen — they make heavy lifting look easy.

Address

31 Yorkshire Road
London
E147LR

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+442077902837

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