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A modular spreader beam is proving a success for Britain’s foremost scientific research vessel. The Royal Research Ship (RRS) Sir David Attenborough is one of the most advanced polar research vessels in the world. Operated by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), this multidisciplinary research platform is transforming how ship-borne science is conducted in the polar […]

Kalmar has signed an agreement with Vestas Manufacturing Spain SL to supply a range of electric forklift trucks and electric reachstackers. The machines will be deployed at Vestas’ blade factory in Daimiel, Spain. The large order comprises one Kalmar light electric forklift truck, three Kalmar medium electric forklift trucks, two Kalmar heavy electric forklift trucks […]

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) held a Southeast Asia Regional Event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 27 Feb 2025, which attracted 70 attendees from around 35 companies, comprising members and non-members. LEEA’s Southeast Asia regional manager, William Ng, opened with an update on current and future activities within the region and welcomed guests of honour […]

The Saguenay Port Authority in Quebec has ordered a Konecranes Gottwald ESP.6B Mobile Harbor Crane for a new cargo handling system currently under development. The order was booked in Q1 2025, with handover scheduled for Q3 2025. Situated on North America’s only navigable fjord, Port Saguenay provides cargo ships with year-round access to north-central Quebec. […]

Magni Telescopic Handlers  has announced a new partnership with Crane Partner, which becomes the exclusive dealer for the whole of Sweden. Crane Partner will not only sell the complete range of Magni telescopic handlers but will also supply a high level of after-sales service, with technical assistance and supply of original spare parts. This cooperation […]

Kalmar launched a five-year Move2Green R&D program and has been granted €20 million funding from Business Finland Leading Company Competition. The goal of the Move2Green program led by Kalmar is to advance carbon neutrality in heavy material handling by developing the electric equipment portfolio and data-driven services. The vision of the program is to enable […]

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) is inviting members and non-members to help build the future of the industry by taking a survey, ahead of Global Lifting Awareness Day’s (GLAD) return on Thursday 12 June 2025. The survey closes on 25 April 2025. This year, GLAD is upheld by the theme, Lifting Careers, Building Futures, […]

Gemmak Engineering Ltd apprentice welder, Lee Gibson, won bronze in the Skills Competition Wales, organised by the Inspiring Skills Excellence in Wales project. Gibson received his prize at a gala presentation evening in Swansea earlier in March. Gemmak serves as the manufacturing division within Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd’s (RSS) engineering services department. It is […]

Haulotte, a global leader in the access industry, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Since its inception, the company has been at the forefront of innovation, providing cutting-edge solutions to ensure safety and efficiency in working at height. The Haulotte story took a decisive turn in 1985 when Pierre Saubot acquired both Pinguely and Haulotte from […]

Europea Servizi Terminalistici Srl (EST)  a subsidiary of the Italian Shipping & Logistics Agency Srl (ISLA), has ordered a new hybrid drive Konecranes Gottwald ESP.8 Mobile Harbor Crane for the fast-developing Port of Augusta, Sicily. The order was booked in Q1 2025, with delivery and commissioning expected by the end of summer. EST recently secured […]