Behind Every Lift Is a Driver – Honoring Thackray’s Trucking Team

When people see a Thackray crane on a job site, they’re often impressed by the massive lifts taking place. But before the crane can even be assembled or go to work, there’s another critical team making it possible: our truck drivers.

At Thackray Crane, our drivers are the ones who move the loads, counterweights, boom sections, and support equipment that keep projects running. Without their hard work and expertise, none of it would ever reach the job site.

The Critical Role of Truck Drivers

Every project begins with planning and logistics. Specialized trucks carry oversized loads across highways and into complex job sites, often requiring careful planning, permits, and coordination with escorts. Our drivers handle each unique challenge with precision, ensuring that the equipment arrives safely and on time.

From hauling heavy counterweights to transporting boom sections that stretch across multiple lanes, our trucking team delivers what’s needed to keep every project moving forward. They are the behind-the-scenes professionals who make the visible work possible.

Safety on the Road

Safety is at the heart of everything we do at Thackray, and our drivers take that responsibility seriously. Moving oversized and heavy loads requires not only skill but also complete dedication to safety protocols. Every mile they drive is a demonstration of their professionalism, ensuring that equipment arrives in perfect condition and the public remains safe along the way.

Their work doesn’t just get materials from point A to point B — it keeps projects running smoothly while protecting everyone on the road.

A Week of Appreciation, A Year of Gratitude

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (September 14–20, 2025) is a time to recognize the men and women who keep America moving. At Thackray, we’re proud to celebrate our drivers for the essential role they play in our success and the success of our customers’ projects.

Behind every lift, there’s a driver who made it possible. To our trucking team — thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and expertise on the road every single day.

And as we celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we encourage everyone to take a moment to thank a driver you know or even just give a wave when you pass one on the road. A small gesture goes a long way in showing appreciation for the people who keep our communities and industries moving.