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During Hire26, which will be held 20-21 May in Sydney, Australia, Genie will celebrate 60 years of innovation. Since entering the Australian and New Zealand markets in 1997, Genie has grown into a trusted partner to hire companies across the region, known for strong regional support, an understanding of the region’s operating conditions, and a […]

IPAF’s membership now spans 83 countries, bringing together manufacturers, rental companies, contractors, and training providers. The growth underscores increasing industry recognition of the importance of safety standards, operator training, and best practices in powered access. Peter Douglas, CEO & Managing Director of IPAF, said, “Reaching 2000 members is a proud moment for IPAF. Over recent […]

Kalmar has secured an order from long-term customer Lechman Terminais in Brazil for six Kalmar electric empty container handlers. The order was booked in Kalmar’s Q2 2026 order intake with delivery scheduled for Q1 of 2027. The new electric empty container handlers will operate in a container depot in the town of Guarujá, located in […]

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) has scheduled the latest Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) for Thursday 2 July 2026. This year’s theme is: ‘Not all lifting equipment is created equal.’ The seventh staging of the event, powered by LEEA, its members and supporting industry stakeholders, will culminate in publication of a guidance document that […]

Yoke Industrial Corp. is supporting industry’s conformity with regulatory frameworks by delivering rigging products equipped with SupraNano chips and Digital Product Passports (DPPs). Yoke is committed to transforming compliance demands into business value, helping companies remain competitive in an ever-changing world. It is a manufacturer of Grade 80 and Grade 100 lifting chain fittings; swivel […]

Unirope Limited’s Edmonton, Alberta facility has passed the 20-year milestone, making it the Mississauga, Ontario-headquartered company’s second oldest location. Unirope is a specialist in the manufacture, distribution, testing, certification, and inspection of high-performance wire rope and rigging products. It has three facilities — the third is in Montreal, Québec — which combine to deliver a […]

Jekko strengthens its international sales organization with the appointment of Kees Hoogendoorn as export manager, further reinforcing the company’s strategic focus on key global markets and business segments. With a solid background in business development and international sales across multiple industries, Kees Hoogendoorn brings extensive experience in identifying market opportunities, building strategic partnerships and driving […]

The Manitou Group was sad to announce the death of Madame Jacqueline Himsworth, chairman of its board of directors. Jacqueline Himsworth’s story is one of an extraordinary family destiny. She was only thirteen months old when her father died in 1944. It was through the example of her mother, Andrée Braud, who decided to single-handedly […]

Kalmar has secured a large order from long-term customer the Port of Tauranga in New Zealand for six Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers and one Kalmar electric straddle carrier. The order was booked in Kalmar’s Q1 2026 order intake with delivery scheduled for Q4 of 2026. The Port of Tauranga on New Zealand’s North Island is […]

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to welcome Fiontar Group as a new member in Ireland, marking the first international health and safety consultancy to join the Federation. Fiontar Group is an international health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) consultancy supporting contractors and clients across Ireland, the UK and multiple international markets with […]