Your trusted factory relocation partner for commercial business assets.
We’re experienced in packing and shipping factory equipment of all sizes, making sure your items are fully protected.
We know that relocating a factory or moving your business equipment can feel overwhelming. That’s why we work with trusted partners to support every stage of the turnkey process, helping keep things moving smoothly. Together, we help improve project efficiency in making sure your equipment, big or small, is moved without problems.
Got an upcoming project? Give us a call or send us a message. We’ll talk through your requirements and arrange a free site visit to come and survey.
What is a factory relocation?
A factory relocation involves moving machinery, heavy equipment and production assets from one site to another.
This can include dismantling, packing, transporting and reinstalling equipment in a new location. When relocating any factory, the tricky part is always making sure nothing gets damaged or delayed.
That’s why export‑grade packing is so important because it keeps your equipment protected and helps the whole move stay on track, which is where our export packing services make the difference.
Is plant relocation the same as factory relocation?
Plant relocation is the process of moving an entire manufacturing facility, which might include outdoor or utility infrastructure, such as chemical tanks or power generation equipment.
Whereas factory relocation focuses heavily on the assembly lines, indoor machinery and manufacturing technologies.
We work with several partners in both plant reocation and factory relocation projects. If you’re planning a plant relocation, let us know and we’ll discuss how we can support your project.
How long does it take to relocate a whole factory?
Factory relocation timelines differ significantly based on the scale of the operation, the distance to the new site and the complexity of the equipment involved.
Smaller sites can often be moved and running in action in just a week, but in most cases, relocating a large factory with lots of different machines can take months, sometimes even a year or more.
For this reason, the first step is usually to assess the factory and create a project plan outlining a clear timeline based on the site visit.
What we offer.
Our focus is on export packing for factory relocations, working with trusted partners to support the wider project and keep everything moving efficiently.
Our factory relocation services cover the following:
- Export packing
- Transport and shipping logistics
- Partner-led installation and setup
- Project coordination
- Making bespoke timber cases and crates built to exact measurements for protection
- Packing heavy machinery and delicate equipment
- Machinery lifting
- Handling of heavy and abnormal loads
- Heavy haulage for large equipment
- Machinery storage and transportation Services
Why choose IM Export Services for factory relocations
Our expert team make us the ideal partner for your heavy equipment moving and haulage needs. Contact us today to discuss your requirements.