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Jason Manford announced as the LEEA Awards 2023 guest speaker  

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) has announced that comedian, presenter, actor and singer, Jason Manford will be the special guest at the LEEA Awards 2023 dinner, which will be held at the Rum Warehouse in Liverpool, UK on the evening of 21st November 2023 – the first night of LiftEx 2023. Hosting shows like […]

04/07/2023 - 15:17 pm

Haulotte improves its EcoVadis score by 13 points

Based on actions carried out in 2022, Haulotte has improved its EcoVadis score by 13 points, from 46/100 in 2022 (score based on 2021 actions) to 59/100 in 2023. The Quality, Safety and Environment teams and head management are extremely satisfied with this new score, which illustrates efforts and actions carried out by Haulotte teams […]

04/07/2023 - 15:08 pm

Gemmak certified to Execution Class 3

Gemmak Engineering Ltd, the fabrication facility of Rope and Sling Specialists Ltd (RSS), has received a UKCA Certificate of Conformity of the Factory Production Control, up to and including EXC 3. The certificate, to designated standard EN 1090-1:2009 + A1:2011, covers structures and structural components, including manufacture of structural steelwork components. EXC 3, or execution […]

04/07/2023 - 14:51 pm

Easy Lift is establishing itself internationally

The first half of 2023 was a period of solid growth for Easy Lift. While challenges such as the difficulty in obtaining materials are still ongoing and final figures are yet to be compiled the first half of 2023 has been positive, the company reports. Figures relating to the sold machines are in line with […]

03/07/2023 - 15:23 pm

Yuasa to distribute Ausa in Japan

Ausa, the manufacturer of compact all-terrain industrial vehicles, has signed an agreement with Yuasa, a renowned supplier of construction machinery in Japan with over 350 years of history. The agreement, which was signed last March, includes the exclusive import and distribution of dumper, rough terrain forklift and telehandler ranges throughout Japan. “Fulfilling our strategic plan […]

03/07/2023 - 15:07 pm
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Modulift celebrates #GLAD2023 with safety-focused photo competition

Below-the-hook lifting manufacturer Modulift is joining the #GLAD2023 movement with a safety-focused photo competition on social media, along with advice and tips for the safe assembly of spreader beams. The company is committed to promoting the importance of lifting safety and is inviting its customers and followers to join in the effort. The #GLAD2023 movement […]

03/07/2023 - 15:03 pm

Åkerströms consolidating resources to strengthening market position

Åkerströms Björbo, a part of the Allgon Group and a specialist in high-end industrial radio control solutions, is strengthening its market position by consolidating resources and expanding collaborations within the shared organisation. “It’s ultimately about offering our customers and partners a solid foundation for innovation and customer value,” says Anna Stiwne, CEO of Åkerströms. “We […]

27/06/2023 - 07:23 am

Ainscough Crane Hire assists on the launch of offshore wind farm service vessel

Ainscough Crane Hire has successfully launched an offshore wind farm service vessel for Manor Marine, a new customer that specialises in ship building and marine engineering. The vessel, which was built for offshore services provider Mainprize Offshore, has a cargo capacity of 40t, seating for 24 passengers, 175sqm of deck space and a maximum speed of 27 knots. The […]

26/06/2023 - 16:17 pm

Electric straddle carriers to help London Gateway advance sustainability agenda

Kalmarhas secured a significant order from long-term customer DP World for eight fully electric Kalmar straddle carriers with high-energy batteries at its London Gateway logistics hub. The order was booked in Cargotec’s Q2 2023 order intake, with delivery of the machines scheduled for Q2 2024. London Gateway is a state-of-the-art deep-sea port, rail terminal and […]

26/06/2023 - 15:58 pm

Narrow Aisle and Sunbelt celebrate 25-year partnership

2023 sees Narrow Aisle Ltd, the independently owned British warehouse truck manufacturer, celebrate the 25thanniversary of its successful distribution partnership with Sunbelt Material Handling of the USA. Sunbelt has played a key role in developing the market for Narrow Aisle’s pioneering range of Flexi articulated very narrow aisle (VNA) lift trucks across North, Central and South […]

26/06/2023 - 15:20 pm

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