Porta Cabin Shifting & Relocation Across the UAE
Move your porta cabin anywhere in the UAE with confidence. Manufacturer expertise, certified equipment, insured transport — with a damage-free guarantee.
Why Manufacturer-Led Shifting Matters
Most shifting companies are transport specialists — they carry cabins but don't understand cabin structure. We're a manufacturer offering shifting, which means we know exactly how each cabin type must be lifted, moved, and reinstalled without damage.
We Designed Them
Because we manufacture porta cabins, we know every joint, seal, and load-bearing element. No guesswork.
Certified Equipment
Mobile cranes, hydraulic trailers, professional rigging gear — all appropriate for cabin weights and dimensions.
Fully Insured Transit
Every job covered by transport insurance. Your cabin and cargo are protected during the entire move.
Damage-Free Guarantee
If we damage anything during the shift, we repair it at no extra cost. We stand behind our workmanship.
Re-Levelling Included
Setting your cabin on new ground the right way — level, stable, ready for immediate reuse.
Permit Assistance
Over-dimensional load permits, RTA route approvals, municipality clearances — we handle the paperwork.
Types of Shifts We Handle
Single Porta Cabin Move
One cabin, one location to another. Simple, fast, cost-effective.
Joint Cabin Shifts
Multi-module cabins that may need dismantle-and-reassemble at destination.
Multi-Cabin Site Relocation
Full labour camps, entire multi-unit compounds — bulk moves coordinated end-to-end.
G+1 Two-Storey Shifts
Double-storey cabins requiring specialised heavy-lift equipment and structural care.
Container Conversion Moves
Container cafes, kiosks, custom conversions — moved with fitout intact.
Emergency Same-Day Shifts
Urgent situations — subject to crew and equipment availability. WhatsApp us to check.
Our Equipment & Fleet
Purpose-built equipment for cabin logistics — not generic construction transport.
Mobile Cranes
5-tonne to 40-tonne capacity range. Appropriate crane for each job's cabin size and access.
Flatbed Hydraulic Trailers
Low-loader trailers designed for cabin transport — proper securing points and load spreaders.
Certified Rigging Crews
Trained teams with certified qualifications in lifting operations and load-securing.
Levelling Equipment
Hydraulic jacks, spirit levels, base plates — everything needed for stable re-installation.
Not sure what your job needs?
Our free site survey covers both the origin and destination. We assess access, equipment requirements, and permit needs — then give you a firm quote based on actual on-site conditions.
Our 6-Step Shifting Process
Free Site Survey
We visit both origin and destination sites to assess conditions, access, and requirements.
Route & Permit Planning
If your cabin is over-dimensional, we secure RTA/municipality route permits in advance.
Preparation
Utility disconnection guidance, contents removal advisory, staging for lift.
Lift, Load & Secure
Certified crane crew lifts cabin, secures it on trailer with proper strapping and padding.
Transport with Escort
Escorted transit if required. Direct route planning to minimise transit time and risk.
Re-Installation
Placement, levelling, and utility reconnection support at the destination site.
Coverage — All 7 Emirates
Sharjah
Our home base. Same-day and next-day availability. Standard pricing.
Dubai
Full coverage — all districts including JAFZA, DIP, Dubai Industrial City.
Abu Dhabi & Al Ain
Regular routes. May include modest logistics surcharge for the extra distance.
Northern Emirates
Ajman, RAK, Fujairah, UAQ — all served. Weekend availability commonly possible.
Free zone experience
Frequent shifts in and out of JAFZA, SAIF Zone, Hamriyah, DIP, Dubai South, KIZAD — we know the gate/permit protocols for each free zone.
Pricing Framework
Transparent starting points. Your specific quote depends on distance, cabin size, complexity, and permits required.
| Shift Type | Starting From | Typical Range |
|---|---|---|
| Small porta cabin (local move <50km) | AED 1,500 | AED 1,500 – 3,500 |
| Medium joint cabin (2-3 modules) | AED 3,000 | AED 3,000 – 7,000 |
| G+1 two-storey cabin | AED 6,000 | AED 6,000 – 12,000 |
| Multi-cabin project (5+ units) | Custom quote | Volume pricing |
| Long-distance shift (Dubai ↔ Abu Dhabi) | +AED 1,000 | Distance surcharge |
What affects your final price
Distance, cabin size and weight, access at both sites, need for special permits (over-dimensional load), whether dismantle-and-reassemble is required, and job urgency. Site survey is free of charge with no obligation.
Bundle & save
Combine shifting with dismantling and reassembly for a single-vendor package — get 10-15% off vs booking separately. Learn about our dismantling service →
Frequently Asked Questions
Standard booking is 2-5 days ahead — enough time for site survey and permit processing if needed. Urgent same-day or next-day shifts are sometimes possible depending on crew and equipment availability. WhatsApp us to check.
If our team damages your cabin during the shift (structural panels, fitouts, glass, etc.), we repair or replace at no additional cost. Documented via before/after inspection photos taken at site survey and after re-installation.
Yes. Cabins wider than 3.2m or taller than 4.2m usually require route permits. We handle the paperwork, secure clearances, and arrange escort vehicles if needed. Permit fees are quoted separately and passed through at cost.
Not always. Small joint cabins can often be moved whole on a low-loader. Larger multi-module joints may require dismantle-and-reassemble. Our free site survey tells you the most cost-effective approach for your specific cabin.
Fixed fitouts (AC units, built-in cabinets) are protected with padding and secured. Loose items should be removed before transit — we can help crate/store or you can move them separately. Transit vibration is minimised with proper trailer suspension and route planning.
We carry commercial transport insurance covering damage to the cabin, cargo, and third-party liability. Specific coverage limits and certificates available on request before booking.
Yes. Our lifting crews have professional certifications in rigging and lifting operations. Crane operators hold valid UAE operator licences appropriate for the equipment class used.
Yes, for city routes. Night shifts avoid traffic and typically require night-work municipality permits. Slight additional cost for out-of-hours crew rates, but often faster overall for congested urban routes.
Ready to Move Your Cabin?
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