Plant, machinery and equipment valuations in the UK, EMEA, and across the globe
At Capital Chartered, we specialise in precise and reliable plant and machinery valuations across multiple industries. As trusted plant & machinery valuers, we collaborate with our parent firm, ValuStrat, to provide comprehensive assessments across the UK, EMEA region, and globally. Our RICS plant and machinery valuation services ensure compliance with RICS Red Book Global Standards, delivering accurate and defensible valuations that support financial planning, asset management, and strategic decision-making.
What is a plant & machinery valuation?
A plant and machinery valuation is a professional assessment of industrial assets, including manufacturing plants, heavy equipment, and specialised machinery. These valuations are crucial for financial reporting, asset-backed financing, insurance, mergers, and acquisitions. Our machinery appraisal reports provide insights into the market value, replacement cost, residual value, and liquidation value of assets, helping businesses optimise their operations and financial strategies.
As experienced plant and equipment valuers, we offer in-depth assessments for various industries, ensuring compliance and accuracy in every plant appraisal.
Why do plant & machinery valuations matter?
Accurate plant and machinery valuations are essential for businesses to assess their assets’ financial health and make informed decisions. Our valuation services support:
- Asset-backed financing: Determining collateral value for loans and leasing agreements
- Insurance purposes: Ensuring proper coverage and accurate claim settlements through expert equipment appraisers
- IFRS compliance: Meeting financial reporting and audit requirements
- Mergers & acquisitions: Assisting in purchase price allocation and due diligence
- Disposals & liquidations: Evaluating fair market value for sales and restructuring
- Market fluctuations: Understanding changes in industrial asset valuation and maintaining up-to-date records
With Capital Chartered’s machinery valuation services, businesses gain clarity on their asset portfolios while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Locations we serve: Global reach for industrial asset valuations
Through our strong international network of industrial equipment appraisers, we conduct plant and equipment valuations across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Our ability to perform both physical inspections and desktop-based machine appraisals ensures flexibility and accuracy for clients worldwide.
Common scenarios requiring plant & machinery valuations
Businesses require plant and machinery valuations in various situations, including:
- Asset-backed financing
- Leasing/Releasing
- Insurance purposes
- IFRS implementation
- Audit/Accounting compliance
- Due diligence/Cost investigation
- Merger & acquisition
- Purchase price allocation
- Disposal/Divestment
- Sale advice & insolvency
- Litigation/Legal dispute
Whether for financial planning, asset management, or risk mitigation, our expert plant & machinery valuers ensure accurate valuations for all asset types.
Types of assets we value
We specialise in valuing a wide range of industrial assets, including:
Plants & machinery:
- Manufacturing & processing plants
- Packaging & assembling plants
- Power & energy plants
- Refining & distilling plants
Equipment & heavy machinery:
- Heavy transport vehicles (trucks, buses, trailers)
- Heavy equipment (forklifts, cranes)
- Construction equipment (mixers, excavators, cranes, dozers)
- Logistics and warehouse machinery
Our industry expertise
Our plant, machinery, and equipment valuers provide valuation services for industries including:
- Agriculture (including farm equipment)
- Automobile
- Chemicals
- Construction
- Energy (thermal, solar, wind, and power plants)
- Entertainment (theme parks, large-scale attractions)
- FMCG & Food (sugar, oil, dairy industries)
- Food & Beverage
- Hospitality & Hotels
- Healthcare (medical & laboratory equipment, hospital machinery)
- Logistics & Transport (shipyards, industrial storage, railways, shipping vessels, aircrafts)
- Marine & Oil & Gas
- Packaging & Pharmaceuticals
- Technology, Telecom & Textiles
- Metal & Mining
- Building Materials & Utilities
We work with industrial equipment appraisers globally, ensuring detailed and compliant valuations.
The plant & machinery valuation process at Capital Chartered
Our process ensures precision, transparency, and regulatory compliance:
- Initial consultation: Assessing the scope and purpose of the valuation
- Asset inspection: Our expert machinery valuers conduct an on-site assessment if required
- Market research & analysis: Comparing industry trends and historical data
- Valuation report preparation: Generating a detailed plant appraisal report
- Post-valuation support: Offering advisory services and coordination with legal and financial teams
Our machine appraisal services provide robust valuation insights, ensuring complete transparency.
Why choose Capital Chartered for plant & machinery valuations?
- RICS compliance: All plant valuation reports meet RICS plant and machinery valuation standards, ensuring credibility
- Global reach & expertise: As part of ValuStrat, we provide valuations across multiple continents
- Comprehensive support: From market research to post-valuation advice, we assist at every stage
- Diverse industry experience: We cater to industries ranging from construction and manufacturing to healthcare and logistics
- Flexible valuation methods: We conduct physical inspections and desktop-based equipment appraisals for efficiency
Tailored solutions for your plant & machinery valuation needs
At Capital Chartered, we offer bespoke valuation solutions tailored to your specific business needs. Whether you require an independent plant valuation, heavy equipment appraisal, or industrial asset valuation, our expertise ensures precise, reliable, and globally recognised valuations.