Rope & Marine Services

Rope & Marine Services Ltd (RAMS) is a long-established UK contract manufacturer and supplier, founded in 1948, specialising in lifting equipment and height safety gear. Operating from a substantial site in East London, they offer a comprehensive suite of services including hire, sales, bespoke design and fabrication, repair, and testing of lifting and rigging equipment.

RAMS manufactures a wide array of products such as chain hoists, slings, shackles, gantries, and lifting assemblies, catering to diverse applications including lifting, hoisting, winching, and material handling. Their manufacturing capabilities encompass CNC plasma cutting, welding of steel, stainless steel, and aluminium, alongside machining using lathes, mills, and a radial arm drill. The company serves a broad spectrum of industries, including construction, engineering, utilities, marine, film production, rope access, rail, aerospace, and offshore sectors.

RAMS holds numerous accreditations and certifications, including membership in the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) since 1959, FORS, Achilles UVDB Verified, Constructionline, BSI, and CHSG, and is certified to LOLER and PUWER regulations. Key differentiators include decades of experience, next-day delivery on selected items, and comprehensive LOLER examinations and repairs. They have supported major infrastructure projects such as the Thames Barrier and the Elizabeth Line, and have undertaken bespoke projects for clients like Thames Water and London Underground.