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RiConnect, a provider of cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS), will be the Headline Sponsor at the next three LiftEx shows –  starting with this year’s event on 18-19 November at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool, UK. RiConnect, which took the same sponsorship package at last year’s LiftEx at London’s Olympia, is dedicated to simplifying and […]

Dica, a leading provider of engineered outrigger pads, crane pads, and ground protection products, has appointed Matt Sargent as chief financial officer and Integrator and John “Pinky” Jansen as director of marketing. “These additions to our leadership team mark an exciting new era for Dica,” said Kris Koberg, CEO of Dica. “As we continue to […]

Pewag Group has restructured to better present its Load Monitoring Systems (LMS), Modulift, and Pewag brands to markets in North America. The company sells through distributors, and all sales functions will be run through the Pewag US team to keep continuity in service. Pewag is a manufacturer of industrial lifting chains and components; traction and […]

Wigan, UK-based Ainscough Industrial Services (AIS) has acquired Aylesbury business FFM Engineering Services, professionally known as Flegg Projects, for an undisclosed sum. The deal, reported to be the largest in AIS’s history, will give the global engineering solutions business a strong foothold in the medical equipment logistics market as well as boosting its client base […]

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) has  announced the return of Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) 2025 on Thursday 12 June 2025, with the theme ‘Lifting Careers, Building Futures.’ This year, GLAD is dedicated to tackling the growing skills shortages across the lifting industry, promoting practical tools to attract new talent, and using the day […]

TVH Americas, a leading provider of quality replacement parts and accessories for the material handling, industrial and construction equipment industries, has been awarded the prestigious MVS (Most Valuable Supplier) Award for its outstanding achievements in 2024 by its industry trade association, Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA). This achievement marks the tenth consecutive year that […]

Tele Radio is enhancing its range of controls for the USA and Canada. Already a leading provider of wireless and radio remote controls, Tele Radio America LLC is adding wired controls to its portfolio. This offers its North American customers even greater choice. The move follows the acquisition of Sistematica by Tele Radio’s parent company, […]

Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions for material handling, has announced a definitive agreement under which Columbus McKinnon will acquire Kito Crosby Ltd. CMCO expects the deal to close later this year, subject to regulatory approvals and satisfactory completion of customary closing conditions. David Wilson, president and CEO […]

Clark Europe has found another sales partner for Spain with Areca Manutención SL. The experienced industrial truck specialist based in San Fernando de Henares, Madrid, will take over the sales and service of Clark industrial trucks in the greater Madrid area. With this strategic step, Clark can not only further expand its presence in Europe, […]

Cherrypicker Shop Ltd, the County Durham, UK-based specialist supplier of access equipment parts, have rebranded to better reflect the company’s focus on parts and increased sales to platform hire companies as well as end users and engineers. The business will trade in future under the CPS Access Platform Parts identity, although the retail online web […]