Industrial generator hire
Specialists in commercial power generation hire solutions
Industrial generators for hire - the power you need, when you need it
Whether you need a primary power source, emergency, supplementary or reliable backup power - our generator hire service provides the power you need, when you need it most.
Aggreko has one of Europe’s largest commercial fleets, with hire solutions ranging from 30 kVA to 2,100 kVA, powered by gas, diesel, and hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO).
Our hire service offers a cost-effective alternative to a permanent purchase. No costly CapEx. There's an expert team to provide 24/7 support too. We'll help you find an optimal solution within your budget, manage installation and remotely monitor on-site performance. No location is too remote.
Speak to us today to find out more about our industrial generator rental service, or explore our range below.
Industry-leading generator engineering
At Aggreko, we constantly strive to innovate. Our industrial generators are designed to offer optimal performance to efficiently power construction sites, manufacturing and processing plants, healthcare facilities, large events, oil and gas drilling and pumping operations, data centres and more.
When you hire a generator from our fleet, you'll get a solution designed to be cleaner, quieter and more efficient. They’re ideal for environments with ultra-low emission zones or strict noise regulations, helping to ensure you’re always compliant.
Each model is accredited, so you can be sure they meet the strictest safety standards, and features:
- Industry-leading soundproofing
- Emissions control
- Fully bunded fuel tanks to eliminate leaks
- Secure canopy / 20-ft ISO standard container enclosure
We're also proud to offer the largest fleet of low-emission Stage V generators, available for rental to support your journey on the road to net zero.
Industries we serve
We provide industrial generator hire solutions across a wide range of industries where reliable, scalable and rapid power is essential. These include:
- Construction: temporary power for site works, tower cranes, welfare units and night operations.
- Manufacturing and processing plants: backup and prime power solutions for critical production lines and plant operations.
- Healthcare: emergency and standby generators for hospitals, clinics and vaccination centres.
- Data centres: high-capacity, synchronised backup systems to ensure uninterrupted service and compliance.
- Events: mobile generators for outdoor events, concerts and festivals.
- Utilities and infrastructure: grid support, outage cover and maintenance downtime support for water, telecoms and energy sectors.
- Food and drink: power continuity for irrigation systems, cold storage and processing equipment
- Oil and gas: reliable power for drilling rigs, pumping operations, remote exploration sites and processing facilities.
- Emergency response and disaster recovery: rapid deployment to support flood relief, storm damage recovery and power outages.
Why hire an industrial generator from Aggreko?
When you choose Aggreko for your power generation needs, you’re partnering with a team that has more than 60 years of experience supplying temporary power solutions.
- Bespoke hire packages: we’ll build a hire package to meet your budget, timeframe and power generation specifications.
- Cleaner solutions: you’ll get a cleaner solution, designed to provide reliable performance while having less impact on the environment.
- Nationwide coverage: we can provide delivery, installation and contingency planning – no matter how remote your location.
- Remote monitoring: we’ll monitor loads, maintenance requirements, warning and failure alarms and GPS locations through our Remote Monitoring service, so you get maximised efficiency and uptime.
- Fuel management service: we offer a competitively priced Fuel Management service, allowing you to schedule regular fuel deliveries to keep your generator running.
- Support at any time: our dedicated experts are on hand to provide support when you need it most - 24/7, 365.
Contact our team today to find out more about our generator rentals.
We offer a wide range of industrial generators for hire to meet the diverse demands of commercial and industrial projects. Our fleet includes:
- Diesel generators: the most common choice for heavy-duty and high-load applications, offering robust, reliable performance for prime and standby use.
- Gas generators: a cleaner-burning option ideal for sites where emissions regulations or environmental targets are a concern. Suitable for continuous or backup power.
- Hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) generators: an advanced, sustainable alternative to conventional diesel. HVO delivers the same performance while reducing CO₂, NOX and particulate emissions. Ideal for organisations targeting a lower environmental impact without compromising on power.
Our generators range from 30 kVA units to multi-megawatt systems and can be configured to match your site’s electrical needs.
If you’re unsure which generator type is right for your project, our technical team is here to advise and deliver a custom power solution that aligns with your performance, sustainability and budget requirements.
Choosing the right generator for hire depends on your power requirements, site conditions and operational goals. We are here to guide you through the selection process to ensure you get a solution that delivers safe, efficient and reliable performance.
Here’s what we typically assess:
- Power demand: we calculate the total kVA or kW required to run your equipment or facility, factoring in start-up surges and load profiles. This ensures your generator is neither underpowered nor oversized, which can impact efficiency and reliability.
- Application type: whether you need prime, standby, or emergency backup power will influence the generator’s size, fuel type and runtime capabilities.
- Site location: we consider site accessibility, terrain, available space, and any restrictions (e.g. noise, emissions) that may affect generator type or enclosure requirements.
- Fuel preference or restrictions: we’ll recommend the most suitable fuel based on environmental goals, fuel availability and site needs.
- Future expansion or load changes: if your power needs may increase, we can design a setup that scales with your operation.
We provide rapid-response emergency generator hire 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing an unexpected power outage, equipment failure or a site emergency, we’re ready to mobilise fast to keep your operations running.
We understand that when the power goes down, every second counts. Our experienced team is on hand day and night to deliver fast, reliable support, helping you minimise disruption and protect your people, processes and productivity.
We offer flexible industrial generator rental options to suit short-term and long-term requirements. Whether you need power for a few hours, several weeks or many months, we’ll build a hire package around your exact needs.
Short-term hire is ideal for planned maintenance, events, equipment testing or emergency cover. We can mobilise quickly and provide turnkey solutions, including delivery, setup, fuel and support.
Long-term hire is perfect for construction sites, remote operations, seasonal demand or ongoing power supply where permanent infrastructure isn’t viable. We offer cost-effective rates, full maintenance cover, fuel management and remote monitoring to maximise uptime over the hire period.
We understand that project timelines and power demands can change, so all of our hire agreements are designed to be as flexible and scalable as possible. You can easily extend your hire period, upgrade equipment or add additional generators as your needs evolve.