Helping UAE projects move with frozen machinery prices

The current regional tension, especially across the Middle East and around critical maritime routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, is pushing costs higher across the market. Diesel is up. Transport costs have increased. Shipping, handling, storage, and day-to-day operating costs are all putting more pressure on contractors, traders, and equipment owners. 

In this kind of market, even a small delay can affect the final cost of a machine, the timing of a project, or the margin on a resale deal.

That is why Makana has frozen used machinery prices until May 1 in support of the UAE projects before a possible up to 10% price increase. The goal of this initiative is simple: help buyers secure heavy equipment before more cost increases reach the market, and help sellers move assets faster while conditions are still active. 

Marketplace freezes machinery prices

Makana has worked with suppliers and consignors to hold machinery prices until May 1. This gives buyers and sellers a short but useful period to act while conditions are still manageable. This support includes:

• Frozen machinery prices until May 1
• Buy now, ship later options
• 90 days free storage for export and international buyers
• Direct purchase options for sellers who want to liquidate assets faster
• 90 days free listing for sellers who want to test the market first

In simple terms, Makana is helping buyers protect budgets and helping sellers move equipment faster.

Supporting buyers with prices locked till May 01

When fuel, freight, and operating costs are rising, many buyers stop not because they do not need the machine, but because they do not know where prices will move next.

A fixed-price period removes part of that pressure. It gives contractors, procurement teams, fleet managers, and traders a chance to secure used construction equipment without chasing constant price changes. For many buyers today, machine condition still matters, but timing matters just as much. Locking the price first can make the full deal easier to manage later.

Buy your machine now and ship later

Many buyers are ready to buy the machine now, but not ready to move it immediately. Some projects are still preparing the site. Some buyers are waiting for transport. Others want to secure the asset first, then deal with delivery later.

That is why buy now, ship later option matters, it gives buyers more flexibility to secure the machine first and move it when the timing is right.

90 days free storage for export buyers

Export and international buyers often face a different issue. They may be ready to close the deal, but shipping schedules, receiving markets, or documentation are not fully ready yet.

That is where the 90 days of free storage becomes useful. It gives export buyers time to lock the machine and the price first, without being forced to rush shipment before their logistics plan is complete. This is especially helpful for buyers managing export and import support, transport booking, or delayed delivery planning.

Machinery Sellers: Cash Out in 48 Hours

Some sellers do not want to wait through a long resale cycle. They need a faster exit. That is where selling directly to Makana can help.

This option suits contractors, fleet owners, and traders who want to liquidate assets faster, free up cash, and reduce delay. It gives sellers a more direct route when speed matters more than broad exposure.

Free machinery listing for 90 days

Not every seller wants immediate liquidation. Some want to test the market first and see how buyers respond. For those sellers, the 90-day free listing option creates a lower-pressure way to enter the market.

Explore 200+ machines for sale in UAE

If you are planning to buy used machinery for a UAE project, this is the window to secure used, low-hour heavy equipment. You can buy now, ship later before a 10% possible increase, and use the 90 days of free storage if your delivery or export timing is not ready yet.

Makana’s stock includes more than 200 machines across different categories, which helps buyers solve different operational needs without waiting for future availability. That includes examples such as:

• Bobcat S510 skid steer loader and Bobcat S450 skid steer loader for compact site work.
• Cat 323D3 excavator for buyers comparing operating weight, tonnage fit, and digging depth on medium earthmoving jobs.
• Cat D8T crawler dozer for heavier push work where blade width and blade load start shaping daily output.
• JCB 540-170 telehandler for lifting and reach needs on mixed construction sites.
• JLG 460SJ boom lift for height access work.
• Toyota 8FDU25 forklift for warehouse and yard handling.

FAQs

• Can I buy a machine now and export it after May 1?

Yes. If you secure the machine before May 1, you can lock the frozen price first and arrange shipping later. This is especially useful for buyers handling export documents, transport booking, or delivery planning.

• Do I need an account to browse machinery on Makana?

No. You can browse the marketplace without an account. Registration is required only if you want to bid, buy, or sell.

• Is the 90-day free storage useful for UAE buyers too?

Yes. It can also help local UAE buyers who need extra time before site delivery, project mobilization, or yard preparation.

• What is better during a price freeze: direct purchase or auction?

It depends on your goal. Direct purchase is better if you want price certainty and a faster decision. Auctions can work better if you want more options and are comfortable competing on price. Check out Makana's past auctions and the upcoming Low-Hour Machines Auction 04.

• Should sellers wait for the market or list now?

In many cases, listing now is the better move. Idle machinery can tie up cash, take yard space, and lose market appeal over time. Early action can help sellers recover value faster.