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Leguan Lifts, a Finnish manufacturer of spider lifts and part of the Avant Tecno Group, continues its expansion in Australasia, it has appointed Avant Equipment New Zealand as its new official distributor in New Zealand. With over 30 years of experience in designing and manufacturing spider lifts, Leguan Lifts has become one of the fastest-growing […]

JLG Industries has releasd its newest industry whitepaper, Automating Job Sites with IoT: How JLG ClearSky Smart Fleet Simplifies Complex Operation. The new #DirectAccess report examines how automation, connectivity and digital workflows are reshaping fleet management for rental companies and contractors. As job sites grow more complex and the skilled labor gap widens, traditional telematics […]

A new service centre near Dallas, Texas, marks a significant milestone in the Bronto Skylift’’s commitment to providing exceptional service and support in USA. “This strategic move significantly improves our service capabilities here in the US. The goal is to bring the factory level capabilities closer to the customer.” says Matias Takala, service manager US. […]

In 2025 Jekko and NordKran celebrate 10 years of partnership, marking a decade of collaboration and commitment to bringing cutting-edge lifting solutions to the German market. As a tribute to this journey, NordKran welcomed a new special custom red anniversary SPX532.2. “The birth of NordKran GmbH is dated 2015, even if the start of the […]

William Hackett, a trusted global supplier of safety-critical lifting, rigging and chain solutions, has signed a strategic partnership with Vulcan Hoist. The agreement brings together two highly respected hoist manufacturers from both sides of the Atlantic. Founded in 1892 in the UK, William Hackett is a global leader in the manufacture of bespoke chain solutions […]

OZ Lifting Products LLC has delivered the second police dog from its new funding initiative to the Code Blue K9 program – in time for this year’s GivingTuesday on 2 December . The manufacturer of davit cranes and industrial lifting equipment is committed to funding training for a new police dog every year. Having placed […]

JLT Mobile Computers, a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions for demanding industrial environments, and MākuSafe, a connected-worker wearable and safety data analytics platform, have formed a strategic partnership in the USA. The collaboration is set to deliver an integrated solution that enhances worker safety, improves operational efficiency, and accelerates digital transformation across various […]

Palazzani Industrie is collaborating with Tr8con Oy, a Finnish company based in Vantaa, Finland, specializing in the sales and distribution of machinery and equipment for aerial access, construction, and industrial maintenance sectors. The partnership stems from Tr8con’s ambition to expand its product range with the Palazzani spider lifts, which are suited to meet the demands […]

At ConExpo 2026 Skyjack will exhibit its all-new electric scissors and articulating booms. ConExpo 2026 is held in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, from 3 – 7 March at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Charlie Patterson, Skyjack’s president says, “We look forward to engaging with customers and showing exactly how Skyjack’s quality engineered units can benefit […]

Winners of the LEEA Awards was announced last night (18 November) at a vibrant event held at Liverpool’s Anfield Stadium – home of Liverpool Football Club. More than 450 people enjoyed a welcome reception where there could take a look at the famous football pitch, before moving on to dinner and the awards. Following dinner, […]