Samoter launches operator training initiative
Veronafiere, organiser of the Samoter exhibition, is launching Samoter Academy, a collaboration with non-profit foundation Engim Veneto and equipment manufacturers to promote training and skills development in the construction equipment industry. The initiative will be established after the next Samoter show, which takes place in Verona, Italy, on 6 to 9 May 2026, and aims […]
First new Bluelifts available
Time Europe is expanding its spider lift offering with the Ruthmann Bluelift SA 20, designed to be compact and powerful with a working height of 20m. The newly developed model premiered at Bauma 2025 in Munich, and the first series machine, painted in yellow, was delivered to the Italian access platform rental company Nolo Rico […]
ERA/IRN RentalTracker: Pressure in the present, future rebound?
The latest ERA/IRN RentalTracker suggests that business sentiment across Europe’s rental industry has taken a step back from the modest positivity at the end of last year. While not a collapse by any means, signs of strain are emerging. The Q2 2025 survey, conducted during June and early July, attracted responses from more than 110 […]
Kiloutou strengthens with acquisitions in Denmark and Italy
Kiloutou Group has announced the acquisition of two rental companies in Denmark and Italy as part of its ongoing international expansion strategy. No financial details of the acquisitions have been disclosed. The deals, both subject to regulatory approval, will see the group expand its footprint in western Denmark and the Piedmont region of northern Italy. […]
Almac acquires Easy Lift
Tracked aerial lift specialist Almac has acquired spider lift producer Easy lift. The merging of the two Italian companies involves Almac taking ownership of 100% of Easy Lift’s shares, with the backing of its majority owner investment firm Wise Equity. Easy Lift’s shareholders will reinvest their stakes in Almac. “The group, founded on the integration […]
New head for Kiloutou in Italy
Kiloutou has appointed a new managing director for its Italian business, with former Linde and Errevi Automation manager Andrea Lusvardi taking on the role from 4 July. He succeeds Yann Canari, who is leaving Kiloutou after a 25-year career with the group, including the last seven years in Italy. Canari is leaving to pursue new […]