When essential warehouse equipment needs replacing, or you're planning to increase capacity, paying the full cost upfront to make these changes or upgrades isn't your only option.

Whether you're looking to upgrade individual equipment like racking systems or conveyer belts or expand your warehouse and look to enhance the wider infrastructure, at Shire, we have finance solutions to support your business needs.

Warehouses can house almost anything, and as a result, those looking for warehouse equipment finance have complex, different needs, which is why we work hard to arrange finance agreements that work with you.

At Shire, we've been supporting UK SME's for over 35 years, so if you own a warehouse and are looking to upgrade equipment or expand your business, get in touch with our team today to discuss the finance options available.

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What warehouse equipment can you finance?

Warehouses often have no defined role prior to purchase, therefore investment can mean different things to different owners, depending on the warehouse requirements, and stage in the warehouse’s lifecycle.

Handling and movement

Storage and warehouse infrastructure

Operational equipment

Warehouse technology

Whether there’s a need for a full kit out, or to increase storage capacity to meet existing demands, or just replace ageing equipment like forklifts and palette trucks at Shire, we have finance solutions to meet all business needs.

If it makes business sense, we’ll lease it.

Get in touch with the team today to discuss financing essential warehouse equipment for your business.

Replace your equipment without paying the full cost upfront

The need to invest in your warehouse doesn't always come at a convenient time. A new contract is always a great win but may require an upfront investment to expand capacity to meet requirements and can leave you with the issue of additional revenue from that growth not being generated until long after the new equipment arrives on the floor.

The same principle applies to existing assets that need replacing, for example, old forklifts are slowing down the day-to-day operations making delaying necessary investment until sufficient cash has accumulated necessary, but not always the most practical commercial option.

When it's time to replace or upgrade warehouse equipment, leasing can offer a flexible alternative to purchasing outright allowing you to spread the cost over fixed payments, helping you access the equipment you need while keeping working capital available for other areas of the business.

At Shire Leasing, our team is on hand to guide you through the process, answer any questions and help make arranging finance as straightforward as possible.

Already know what your warehouse needs?

Speak to our team about the equipment you're looking to replace or upgrade and discuss the options available.

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What happens when you enquire?

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Tell us what you're looking to do

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Discuss the available options

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Move your purchase forward

Replace or upgrade your warehouse equipment today

Speak to our team about what your business needs and discuss the finance options available.

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Why Shire?

At Shire, we’ve been financing British businesses since 1990 and have supported over 200,000 businesses during that time.

Our approach has always been and will always be built around the needs of SMEs. Rather than assuming every warehouse investment is the same, our team look at the funding requirements and work hard to find an appropriate way forward for you and your business.

Warehouse investment involves many different types of assets, meaning flexibility for owners and businesses is essential. We believe that if an asset makes business sense, we’re happy to consider financing it.

Quick decisions and fast installation of assets also reduce barriers for warehouse owners when looking to upgrade equipment.

 

  • 35+ years — Backing British businesses since 1990.

  • 200,000+ businesses supported — Experience working with SMEs across the UK.

  • Broad equipment finance — Finance for a wide variety of business equipment.

Warehouse equipment finance FAQs

Warehouse investment can include storage infrastructure, handling equipment, operational assets, and technology. Shire can consider financing virtually any asset you can think of that is needed to run a warehouse, be that its operations or infrastructure.
It may be possible to finance used or refurbished warehouse assets, though it depends on the equipment and proposed purchase. Other factors such as its condition and how long it will remain useful to a business may need to be considered before an appropriate finance option can be offered.
Finance applications vary depending on the size and complexity of the investment and whether any additional information is required. Accurate information from the start, including a clear equipment list and supplier details, can help move the process along. Of course, all finance remains subject to assessment, approval, and agreed terms.
That will be determined by the finance product and its terms. Some agreements, such as hire purchase, can provide a route to ownership after payments and fees have been completed, whereas others may have different end-of-term options.
Start with an outline of the assets the business needs and the reasons for investment. Supplier quotations are also helpful. Shire may request further business or financial information after reviewing the initial requirement.
Finance doesn’t have to be limited to one item, and our team can discuss requirements involving multiple pieces of equipment, such as combining additional racking with warehouse technology. Whether everything can be included within one arrangement will depend on the assets, suppliers, and overall investment.