ESTA is the leading European association for abnormal transport and mobile crane hire. 

At a European level, ESTA represents national trade associations whose members are crane hire or heavy transport companies. The key sectors in which they operate are heavy industry, oil and gas, onshore and offshore wind energy, and infrastructure.

In total, ESTA unites more than 100 member associations and companies from 27 countries. Beside heavy transport and lifting companies and associations, ESTA also has affiliate members who comprise equipment manufacturers and other suppliers.

Knowledge hub
As a vital knowledge hub, ESTA fosters connections among stakeholders, striving to elevate safety and training standards across Europe while promoting the industry’s interests.

Why ESTA?
- Work together to achieve higher safety standards in the sector
- Representing our industry at a European level and beyond
- Campaign for the harmonisation of legislation and regulations in Europe

Join ESTA!
As an ESTA Member, you benefit from:
- Direct access to European organisations, companies and knowledge networks
- Insight into current and developing legislation and regulations at a European level
- Participation in the ESTA sections for cranes and transport and the prestigious ESTA Awards of Excellence

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