If you’d asked me when I started with Gantrail whether I expected to be still working here 20 years later, the answer probably would have been a ‘no’. But all this time later, here I remain, as passionate as ever about the incredible work that we do, across the world. So, I recently started to think about what has kept me here for so long and I came up with a couple of thoughts which I would like to share with you all.

Firstly, it’s because of the talented people that I’ve worked with over my career and who I continue to work with to this day. I can’t talk about the people without mentioning Warwick Faville who mentored me during my early years with the company, and to whom I owe a great deal. I’ve always been surrounded by a fantastic team of highly experienced individuals, and I couldn’t do what I do without their continued support and loyalty. Ultimately, Gantrail is a ‘people’ company and always has been since the days we were owned by the Molyneux family. It’s the great working atmosphere and collaborative environment that keeps so many employees here for the long term. Across 21 employees, we retain 279 years of expertise, an average of 13.2 years per employee; how many companies can say that! This is what makes it a great place to work because we’re an agile, close-knit team who has a ‘can-do’ attitude and we’re willing to go the extra mile.

Secondly, and perhaps most importantly, it’s because I remain as passionate and. enthusiastic about our products and the industry today as I did when I first started. In my time with Gantrail, I’m proud to have been part of the team that redeveloped our range of clip and pad products which were originally developed by Kins Developments more than 50 years ago and for which we were the first company to sell under license. Since then, we have continued to advance crane rail fixing technology with new patented products and, under my tenure, the business is now investing more than ever before in research and development. We are constantly pushing the boundaries looking for continuous improvement and innovation so that we can create future fit products for our distributors and direct customers worldwide.

I’m really excited about the new products we have in the current pipeline, and about the innovations in product and performance that our teams will create for the industry in the decades to come. The work that we do has a major impact on our planet and a sustainable future, alongside the movement of goods across the globe and I like to think that I, along with the incredible Gantrail team and network of official partners can keep business moving for years to come.

Join us in recognizing Stephen’s remarkable contributions to our success. His expertise in production and inventory management has revolutionized our efficiency, reducing.production cycles and lead times.

Stephen’s enthusiasm and passion are well recognised by the whole team and partners
across the world, making him an invaluable asset to the success of the Gantrail brand.

Thank you, Stephen, for your unwavering dedication!

Our recent visit to the TOC Europe exhibition in Rotterdam was a really positive experience for our team. The event provided us with a remarkable opportunity to connect with our loyal customers and distributors, reaffirming the strong relationships we have built over the years.

One of the highlights of the event was the engaging conversations we had regarding our groundbreaking new product, the boom hinge short rail system. The level of interest expressed by industry professionals highlighted the immense potential this innovation holds for the future. This positive response further solidifies our position as a pioneer in
product innovation within the crane rail system sector. Not only did we have the chance to
engage with our existing customer base, but we also had the pleasure of establishing
valuable new contacts and leads. The exhibition provided an ideal platform to showcase our product portfolio and generate real interest among potential clients.

We are excited to build upon the momentum created by this event, leveraging the new
connections made and continuing to reaffirm our reputation as a world class brand
throughout this sector. With regards to TOC Europe 2024 we have already reserved our
stand and have secured another prime position that will give us maximum visibility at the
event.

We’d like to say thank you to Ryan Boucher and Lee Knowles who this month received long service awards from Managing Director Peter Bygrave. Having worked for Gantrail for 5 years and 15 years respectively, Warehouse Operatives Ryan and Lee play a critical role in our success, ensuring product is managed and dispatched to our customers around the world. We are extremely grateful for their support and contribution and wish them every success as they continue their career as part of the Gantrail family.