Combilift
Combilift is a manufacturer of multidirectional, sideloading and articulated forklifts, established in 1998 in Clontibret, Ireland.
Last updated September 11, 2026
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Overview
Combilift Ltd was established in 1998 by Martin McVicar and Robert Moffett in Clontibret, Ireland, and launched the world's first engine-powered, all-wheel-drive multi-directional forklift. The company is headquartered in Annahagh, Co. Monaghan, Ireland, and describes itself as the largest manufacturer of multidirectional, sideloading and articulated forklifts globally. Its product range includes multidirectional forklifts, sideloader forklifts, the Aisle Master VNA trucks, and straddle carriers.
History
Combilift Ltd was established in 1998 by Martin McVicar and Robert Moffett in Clontibret, where they launched the world's first engine-powered, all-wheel-drive multi-directional forklift. The first C4000 Combilift was sold to Monaghan-based builder's provider JG Kelly Supplies. In 1999, Combilift exported to Norway, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxemburg and France. In 2000, production doubled, surpassing 300 units. In 2001, Martin McVicar was named Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year and Combilift was awarded DHL Exporter of the Year. In 2002, Combilift expanded its model range to include capacities from 2.5 to 10 tonnes. In 2003, the first Combi-GT was delivered to a customer in the USA. In 2004, Combilift launched its new sideloader model, the Combi-SL. In 2005, the Combilift C-Series received the UK Forklift Truck Association Design Achievement Award.
Products and positioning
Combilift describes itself as the largest manufacturer of multidirectional, sideloading and articulated forklifts globally, and as the world's fastest-growing forklift manufacturer.
Product categories. Multidirectional forklifts · Sideloader forklifts · Aisle Master articulated forklifts · Straddle carriers
Recent events
Combilift launches Combi-XLE electric forklift[5]
Reported:
Combilift officially launched the Combi-XLE, an addition to its range of electric models.
Combilift partners with author Emer Conlon on children's book[6]
Combilift partnered with author Emer Conlon to create a children's book featuring Combilift products as characters.
Combilift wins 2020 Red Dot Design Award for Combi-CBE[7]
Combilift won a 2020 Red Dot Design Award for its Combi-CBE compact multidirectional forklift.
Sources7 sources
- 1Combilift Forklifts | Multidirectional Sideloading & Morecombilift.com
- 2Combilift History - Combiliftcombilift.com
- 3Combilifts | Powerful Material Handling Solutionscombilift.com
- 4Combilift | Innovative Material Handling Solutionscombilift.com
- 5Combilift推出Combi-XLE电动叉车anglocelt.ie
- 6Combilift与作家Emer Conlon合作制作儿童读物woodworkingnetwork.com
- 7Combilift Combi-CBE获2020年红点设计奖woodworkingnetwork.com
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