A cheeky, bold guide to why Easy Shipping’s London Hoist Hire service turns “impossible” to possible. No masks, no mayhem, just meticulous planning.
Intro: A Masterclass in Speed and Planning
In October 2025, the world watched in disbelief as a four-person gang pulled off one of the most audacious art thefts in French history. Within eight minutes, they broke into the Louvre Museum’s opulent Gallery of Apollo, grabbed priceless jewels belonging to French royalty, and disappeared into the Paris morning. According to BBC News (20 October 2025), the thieves used a mechanical ladder, angle grinders, and precision timing to get in and out before the guards even realised what was happening.
We’re not here to glorify crime, we’re here to talk about precision, planning, and perfect execution. Because when it comes to moving homes in London’s tightest spaces, our external hoist team at Easy Shipping works with the same kind of timing (minus the masks and power tools). The moral of the story: the right plan and the right kit can turn chaos into craftsmanship.
The Art of Perfect Planning
Before the Louvre gang even lifted a crowbar, they studied the layout, measured timings, and coordinated their approach down to the second. That’s the same meticulous preparation we bring to every London move that needs an external hoist.
Our team starts with a site assessment, checking street width, window access, load limits, and safety clearance. We plan for traffic restrictions, arrange parking permissions, and consider weather windows. Then, like clockwork, we deliver the hoist, position it precisely, and get your furniture airborne with millimetre accuracy. In a city where terraces meet tower blocks and staircases belong in an Escher painting, good planning isn’t optional, it’s everything.
Speed Without the Chaos
The Louvre job took eight minutes. Our setup often takes about the same, but what happens next is the opposite of chaos. Where their plan ended in sirens, ours begins with smooth, synchronised motion. Our external hoists can lift sofas, wardrobes, safes, or even grand pianos up to multiple storeys, safely and efficiently.
If you’ve ever tried to carry a king-sized bed up four flights of stairs in Notting Hill, you’ll know that speed is not just about saving time; it’s about saving sanity. With our hoist, what used to be a three-hour wrestling match becomes a ten-minute lift-and-slide operation. No scratched bannisters. No jammed doorframes. No crushed plants or neighbour complaints.
Safety First, Last, and Always
Here’s the biggest difference between us and the Louvre gang: we don’t break things, we protect them. At Easy Shipping, every operator is trained and insured, and our equipment is weight-tested and certified. Even your most delicate antiques or high-end art pieces are lifted with the care of a conservator handling crown jewels.
The London Factor: Tight Streets, Tall Homes, Big Moves
Paris has palaces. London has postage-stamp streets. From Chelsea townhouses to Shoreditch flats, space is at a premium, inside and out. Staircases twist like spaghetti, and parking spots are rarer than free rent. That’s why our external furniture hoists have become the secret weapon of smart London movers.
Need to move a sofa into a fourth-floor flat with no lift? No problem. Selling a penthouse and need furniture staged fast? Sorted. Got a narrow access point that makes removal vans weep? That’s our cue. We’ve helped homeowners, landlords, and even other removal companies save hours of manual labour and thousands in potential damage claims, all by using the right tool for the job.
Lessons from the Louvre (Minus the Jail Time)
- Plan precisely.Every second counts when logistics are complex.
- Use the right tools.The job is only as smooth as your equipment.
- Work as a team.Timing, trust, and teamwork make heavy lifting easy.
- Protect the priceless.Whether it’s jewels or your grandmother’s dresser, care matters.
At Easy Shipping, those lessons are our daily routine, not an eight‑minute adrenaline rush. We combine the agility of a heist crew with the professionalism of a heritage mover. You might say we’re the good folks with great gear.
Conclusion: From Master Thieves to Master Movers
The Louvre heist might have been fast—but precision, planning, and expertise don’t have to come with a ski mask. At Easy Shipping, we move your treasures the right way: legally, safely, efficiently.
Sources & Disclaimer
- Primary reference: BBC News “How Louvre gang carried out France’s most shocking theft,” 20 October 2025
- Company background: Easy Shipping Ltd Official Website
- Company registration: Companies House Record (04995535)
Disclaimer: This blog references public BBC reporting for illustrative purposes only. Easy Shipping Ltd is not affiliated with the BBC, the Louvre, or any related organisations. Information accurate as of October 2025.