James Jack Lifting has depots in Invergordon, Aberdeen, and across Scotland. As well crane hire, the company works in special transport, cargo services and warehousing. Under the deal, James Jack’s management will join Ainscough. Ainscough said that founder and chairman James Jack will stay with the firm, ‘in order to ensure a smooth transition’.

Jack said, “I am extremely proud of the achievements of the company and employees who have worked with me for so long. As part of the larger Ainscough organisation I’m sure that the company will be able to offer a much wider range of services benefiting staff and customers alike in the future.”

Ainscough managing director Neil Partridge said, “James Jack Lifting Services is a good business and will be an excellent complement to Ainscough. Whilst we intend that the company will operate independently for some time, we extend a warm welcome to all employees, customers and suppliers of James Jack.”