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Jekko continues to expand its global presence by signing a contract with a new international dealer. As of early June 2024, Kolex, sro is the latest exclusive Jekko dealer for Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Currently, Kolex offers complete sales, service, and technical consulting of products in the whole Jekko range, ranging from SPX minicranes […]

Nuclear Safety and Training AB (KSU) in Forsmark and Åkerströms Björbo have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at increasing safety and improving training for operators of overhead cranes and gantry cranes by integrating Åkerströms Access_CTRL and VR technology into KSU’s training programmes. KSU offers training in nuclear technology, operational management, and professional skills with a […]

Kalmar introduced its refreshed brand identity following its recent transition to a publicly listed company on the Nasdaq Helsinki. Kalmar’s vision is to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. “This vision drives our purpose and our brand promise: The logistics industry is transforming to meet the challenges of our world. At […]

Kito Crosby, a global leader in the lifting and securement industry, has announced that its Växjö-site in Sweden has been named a finalist for the esteemed Svenska Leanpriset (Swedish Lean Awards) 2024. This recognition highlights Kito Crosby’s commitment to operational excellence and its dedication to implementing Lean principles across its operations. Svenska Leanpriset, one of […]

BKT, a leading off-highway tyre manufacturer has enhanced its commitment to sustainable practices by joining Global Platform for Natural Sustainable Rubber. GPSNR is the organization that promotes the sustainable production, sourcing and use of natural rubber. Natural rubber production holds several opportunities for improvement in both environmental and social terms. The expansion of rubber plantations […]

JLG Industries has been named one of The Washington Post’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the Washington, DC area. Selection is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, which measured several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution and connection. “Everything we do at JLG honors […]

As the UK’s largest accrediting body for the accreditation of Thorough Examination providers across the materials handling, agriculture, and construction sectors, Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) has appointed Rob Fisher as its latest board member. One of his first duties in his new role was announcing record growth for the organisation, not only in terms […]

LiftEx 2024, the flagship event of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), will take place on 16-17 October 2024 at the new West Hall at Olympia in London. The free-to-attend show is an essential visit for lifting safety professionals and anyone involved in using or procuring lifting equipment in industries including manufacturing, engineering, construction, oil […]

At the end of May, Italian crane manufacturer, JMG Cranes hosted the Grand Opening its new manufacturing facility. The new production facility is an industrial complex dedicated to innovation in lifting, which has been christened the, “Crane Citadel.” On 25 May JMG unveiled a space entirely dedicated to pick-and-carry crane innovation, where the company is […]

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) has revealed more plans for Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) on 18 July. A multidimensional campaign has been running since the turn of the year, with LEEA members, manufacturers, and suppliers leading those sharing material that promotes safe and high quality load lifting across the world. Social media posts, […]