24/7 Emergency Deployment · Abu Dhabi & Dubai
16+
Years in business, since 2010
850+
forklift jobs completed
24/7
Breakdown replacement
Licences & Certifications
Licensed Abu Dhabi Company
Seven Lift General Transport L.L.C., trading from Musaffah since 2010.
Abu Dhabi Department of Economic DevelopmentOSHAD-SF Lift Planning
Lift plans, risk assessments, and permits to work prepared to the Abu Dhabi OSHAD framework.
Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (OSHAD)Third-Party Inspected Fleet
Cranes and lifting equipment carry current third-party inspection and load-test certificates.
Accredited third-party inspection body
Certified Operators & Riggers
Every operator and rigger holds a valid certificate for the machine class they run.
Third-party operator certification
Forklift Types Available
- ✓3 to 5 ton diesel & electric forklifts for standard warehousing
- ✓10 ton heavy-duty forklifts for container & pallet handling
- ✓25 ton industrial forklifts for heavy machinery loads
- ✓Side loaders and boom loaders for long/oversized materials
Built for Musaffah & ICAD
- ✓Fleet based near Musaffah Industrial City for fast dispatch
- ✓Experience with ICAD 1, 2 & 3 factory and logistics sites
- ✓Familiar with KIZAD port and free-zone access procedures
- ✓Non-marking tires and indoor-rated electric units on request
What's Included
- ✓Certified, licensed forklift operator (optional)
- ✓Full insurance coverage on every rental unit
- ✓Preventive maintenance and breakdown replacement
- ✓Daily, weekly, or monthly contract flexibility
Renting a Forklift in Abu Dhabi: What to Plan For
Most forklift work in Abu Dhabi splits between Musaffah's M-sector workshops, which need compact 3–5 ton diesel units that can turn inside a crowded yard, and the larger logistics sheds at KIZAD and ICAD, where 7–10 ton forklifts stuff and destuff containers coming off Khalifa Port.
If your facility is a cold store or a food-grade warehouse in KIZAD, specify electric units with non-marking tyres. For open yards in summer, diesel machines with enclosed, air-conditioned cabs keep operators productive through long shifts. Tell us the heaviest pallet, the lift height, and whether the floor is finished concrete or compacted ground, and we will match the machine to the site.
Forklift Hire in Abu Dhabi at a Glance
- Most requested unit
- 5 ton diesel with side shift
- From our Musaffah yard
- Yard is in Musaffah M-44; ICAD 10 min, KIZAD 40 min
- Standard lead time
- Same day, often within hours
- Authorities & permits
- OSHAD-SF; Abu Dhabi Municipality; ICAD and KIZAD gate passes
- Typical ground
- Compacted industrial yards; loose sand in Al Dhafra
- Forklift range
- 3–25 Ton
Forklift Capacity Guide for Abu Dhabi
Pick the capacity from your heaviest load, then add a margin for the lift height. This is how the sizes in our Musaffah fleet are used across Abu Dhabi.
| Forklift size | Typical work | Where we send it most |
|---|---|---|
| 3 ton diesel or electric | Pallet handling, lorry loading and racking work | Musaffah M-sector workshops and KIZAD cold stores |
| 5 ton diesel | Heavier pallets, block and steel bundles, small machines | Musaffah yards and ICAD fabrication plants |
| 7 to 10 ton | Container stuffing and destuffing, steel plate, heavy pallets | KIZAD logistics sheds and ICAD factories |
| 15 to 25 ton | Machinery moves, steel coils and heavy moulds | ICAD heavy industry and Khalifa Port cargo yards |
| Side loader | Long loads such as pipe, timber and steel sections | Steel stockyards in ICAD and Musaffah |
What to Send for a Forklift Quote
- 1Heaviest load in kg and its size
- 2Highest point you need to lift to
- 3Indoor or outdoor work, and the floor type
- 4Site location and gate pass requirements
- 5Hire period and working hours per day
- 6Whether you need our operator or will use your own
Forklift Rental Across Abu Dhabi & the UAE
Frequently Asked Questions
What forklift capacities are available for rent in Musaffah and ICAD?+
We stock diesel and electric forklifts from 3 ton up to 25 ton, covering standard warehouse pallet handling through heavy container and industrial loads common in Musaffah and ICAD facilities.
Do you provide certified forklift operators in Abu Dhabi?+
Yes. Every forklift rental includes the option of a certified, licensed operator, or we can support your own in-house certified staff if you prefer self-operation.
How fast can a forklift be delivered to Musaffah or Khalifa Industrial Zone?+
Same-day deployment is available for most requests within Abu Dhabi, including Musaffah Industrial City, ICAD 1/2/3, and Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD), subject to fleet availability.
What rental terms do you offer for forklifts?+
We offer daily, weekly, and monthly forklift rental agreements with transparent, all-inclusive pricing and no hidden charges, ideal for both short-term projects and ongoing warehouse operations.
Can I collect a forklift from your Musaffah yard myself?+
Yes. Customers in Musaffah and ICAD with their own low-bed trailer can collect from our M-44 yard, which removes the delivery charge. We check the machine with your driver at handover.
Do you supply forklifts for KIZAD cold stores?+
Yes. For cold stores and food-grade warehouses in KIZAD we supply electric forklifts with non-marking tyres and cold-rated batteries, so they hold charge in chilled rooms.
How much does forklift rental cost in Abu Dhabi?+
The rate depends on the capacity, diesel or electric power, the hire period, whether you need our operator, and the delivery distance from Musaffah. Monthly hire costs less per day than daily hire. Send us those details and we reply with a fixed written quote.
Can I rent a forklift for a single day in Abu Dhabi?+
Yes. One-day hires are common for container unloading and machinery deliveries in Musaffah and ICAD. Book the day before where you can, so the forklift is on site when the container arrives.
Should I hire a diesel or an electric forklift?+
Choose diesel for open yards, rough ground and loads above 5 ton. Choose electric for indoor work on finished floors, food and pharma stores, and anywhere exhaust fumes are not allowed.
Need a Forklift in Musaffah or ICAD Today?
Tell us your capacity and site location. We will confirm availability and dispatch within the hour.