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Freckmann retires from Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental

The new year will bring big changes to Dawes Rigging & Crane Rental, a member of the ALL Family of Companies, as it will be the first time in more than three decades that Steve Freckmann isn’t its general manager. Freckmann is retiring at the end of 2023 after 34 years as GM and 45 […]

19/12/2023 - 12:47 pm
News  >  Awards

Ainscough’s Anfield assistance achieves Lifting Operations Award

Ainscough Crane Hire, alongside MGF, has won the Lifting Operations Award at this year’s Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) awards ceremony, for its work on the Anfield expansion project at the Liverpool Football Club ground. As the largest Trade Association in the lifting industry, the LEEA Awards look to recognise members who have done the […]

19/12/2023 - 12:42 pm

3D Lift Plan recognizes Level 3 certified experts 

A1A Software has announced that more than 100 crane and rigging professionals achieved 3D Lift Plan certifications in 2023. Individuals who achieved Level 1 Certified User, Level 2 Certified Professional, and Level 3 Certified Expert represented a variety of users. “3D Lift Plan is not just for crane rental companies,” said Tawnia Weiss, president of […]

19/12/2023 - 12:29 pm

Minna Aila appointed EVP, Corporate Affairs & Brand of Konecranes

Konecranes has appointed Minna Aila executive vice president (EVP) of Corporate Affairs & Brand, and member of the Konecranes leadership team. In her role she will be responsible for communications, brand, public affairs and investor relations. She will start at Konecranes on 1 July 2024, and will report to Konecranes’ president and CEO Anders Svensson. […]

15/12/2023 - 10:39 am

Konecranes’ support growth of Eldorado Brasil Celulose Logistica

Konecranes delivered seven forklifts and two gantry cranes to Eldorado Brasil’s new cellulose terminal in Port of Santos in Q3 2023, completing an order that also involved joint planning and consulting on the layout of the terminal to ensure Eldorado gets the best business return for its major investment. Eldorado Brasil’s new terminal in Port […]

05/12/2023 - 16:05 pm
News  >  Awards

Yale recognised for operator assist technology

Yale Lift Truck Technologies has announced that Yale Reliant, a first-of-its-kind operator assist technology, has earned an honourable mention in the Fast Company Innovation by Design Awards. The solution, which automatically intervenes to help lift truck operators avoid potential hazards, was recognised in the enterprise category as an innovative approach to B2B products and services. […]

05/12/2023 - 16:01 pm

E-learning course helps thousands manage forklift operations safely

With exceptionally high conviction rates and record fines resulting from HSE prosecutions, the pressure on managers to prioritise site safety has never been greater. Now more than ever, the need for managers to understand and fulfil their requirements is evident, which explains why the Managing Forklift Operations e-learning course delivered by Mentor FLT Training is […]

05/12/2023 - 15:51 pm

Platinum Truck and Equipment becomes Manitou dealer

Manitou North America has appointed Platinum Truck and Equipment as a new Manitou dealer. Platinum will now offer customers a comprehensive selection of Manitou equipment, including a robust line up of skid steers, telehandlers, track loaders, boom lifts, and forklifts to meet a diverse array of project demands. Todd Homer, North East regional sales manager […]

04/12/2023 - 17:41 pm

Haulotte’s successful AI Odyssey Week

Haulotte’s e-Lab, a digital incubator, recently organised its first AI Odyssey Week, a dedicated week aimed at exploring and demystifying the world of artificial intelligence (AI). This internal event, held from 27 November to 1 December, offered a series of workshops, conferences, and a thought-provoking roundtable discussion. The e-Lab team said, “AI is a topic […]

04/12/2023 - 17:08 pm

Mollo Noleggio acquires Tuscany-based Edilservice

As of 1 November  2023, Edilservice based in Monteriggioni, Siena, Italy has become part of the Mollo Group, reaffirming its growth strategy in its national territory through acquisitions. Acquiring competent and reliable companies with consolidated experience, deeply rooted in their original territory, and sharing the same values that have guided the Mollo Group for over […]

04/12/2023 - 16:47 pm

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