Events

Today is the seventh staging of GLAD (Global Lifting Awareness Day). The event, powered by LEEA, its members and supporting industry stakeholders, will culminate in publication of a guidance document that procurement professionals can use to source lifting equipment. Whether you are a manufacturer, supplier or end user of lifting equipment, you are encouraged to […]

Inspeq will put its Remote Work Orders capability through a live global test on 8 July 8 at 14:00 BST, showing how expert inspections can be completed without the inspector setting foot on site. The inspector will check three machines – including a JLG boom on three continents. Inspeq is an advanced AI-powered equipment inspection […]

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) is inviting completed surveys from stakeholders involved in procurement decision-making, as a new white paper takes shape ahead of publication on Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) on Thursday 2 July 2026. The campaign website has also been updated: https://globalliftingawarenessday.com The theme for GLAD is, ‘Not all lifting equipment is […]

Nationwide Platforms Mobile Service Engineer April Ludkins began her career as the only woman on a 700-person engineering course. Now, after 17 years in powered access, the Scunthorpe, UK, engineer is using International Women in Engineering Day to encourage more females into hands-on technical careers. International Women in Engineering Day, held annually on 23rd June, […]

Columbus McKinnon has announced its its participation in Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) 2026 – marking the company’s first year supporting the global initiative following its combination with Kito Crosby, a long-standing advocate of the program. This year’s GLAD theme, “Not all lifting equipment is created equal,” underscores the critical importance of quality, reliability, and […]

Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd. (RSS) will join Sheffield Forgemasters to host a special event on 8 July that will bring together invited lifting professionals to explore the latest developments in compliance and asset management. RSS provides a comprehensive range of lifting and rigging equipment and services to joint ventures, consortiums, major infrastructure projects, and […]

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 has unveiled the first wave of speakers for its Working at Height Conference & Awards 2026, which will take place on 28-29 October at the Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, Florida, USA. An important event for senior decision-makers across the powered access industry, the confirmed speaker line-up will provide thought-provoking content to engage, entertain […]

Following consistent growth, GIS – Europe’s leading dedicated exhibition for the lifting, access, and heavy transport sectors – will relocate to Fiere di Parma, Italy, for its 11th edition from 7-9th October 2027, offering significantly more space for exhibitors to increase the size and profile of their stands. Located just 56 km south of Piacenza […]

To mark the production of its 100,000th forklift, Combilift launched its largest-ever worldwide competition, offering the exclusive 100,000th ‘Golden Prize’ multidirectional Combi-CBE. All proceeds raised were donated to UNICEF Ireland’s Children’s Emergency Fund. The Golden Forklift was on show at LogiMat, Stuttgart, alongside a wide selection of the company’s products on a packed and busy […]