When Deadlines Can’t Wait: How Mikas Delivered 5 Boom Lifts in Just 3 Weeks
Rashid Suleiman
Er. Rashid is a seasoned Equipment Operations Manager with over 12 years of experience in heavy machinery logistics, resale, and fleet optimization across the Middle East and Africa. Having worked with leading construction and rental firms, he specializes in evaluating equipment value, procurement strategy, and resale planning. At Mikas, he shares industry insights to help contractors and asset owners make smarter machinery decisions.
I still remember the call I received from a procurement manager at an Oman-based rental company. His voice carried both urgency and frustration. His fleet needed five additional JLG 860 SJ telescopic boom lifts for one of their most critical projects — but every supplier he had approached had quoted delivery timelines of 3 to 5 months.
As someone who’s been in this industry for years, I knew exactly what that meant: potential project delays, client dissatisfaction, and huge financial losses.
The Situation
The procurement manager told me he had almost given up. His client couldn’t afford delays, yet no one could commit to fast delivery. That’s when he stumbled across Mikas through a Google search and decided to give us a chance.
Our Response
At Mikas, we don’t just list machines — we solve problems. I assured him that if there was a way to meet his deadline, we would find it.
Within 48 hours, we confirmed availability of the exact model — sourced directly from Australia. More importantly, we committed to something most suppliers wouldn’t dare promise: delivery within three weeks.
- The process that followed was hands-on:
- My team handled end-to-end logistics from Australia to Oman.
- One of our staff members even traveled along with the units to ensure smooth customs clearance and final onsite delivery.
At every step, we kept the procurement manager updated — no hidden fees, no last-minute surprises.
The Result
Exactly 21 days later, the five boom lifts were delivered at his project site in Oman. The sense of relief in his voice when he called me that day is something I won’t forget. His project was back on track, his client satisfied, and his company’s reputation intact.
The Bigger Picture
For me, this wasn’t just about delivering machines. It was about proving what Mikas stands for: reliability, transparency, and urgency. In heavy machinery, speed matters — and in this case, it made all the difference.
If you’re a procurement professional or fleet manager facing tight deadlines, know that with Mikas, you’re not just buying equipment. You’re partnering with people who understand the stakes — and will stand by you until the machines are running on your site.