All covid pandemic Articles

CECE: European manufacturers should explore new markets amid tariff turmoil
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US tariffs are a signal that European manufacturers should explore options for new and expanded export markets, say CECE executives
Trendlines: Back to normal for global construction equipment sales
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Global construction equipment segment is returning to a more natural and sustainable state
What makes the Australian access market tick?
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Coates and United Forklift & Access Solutions talk about factors contributing to growth in the region
Holland Lift falls into liquidation
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Scissor lift manufacturer, established in 1984, ceases operations 
Why recession is looming over German construction industry
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Recession is looming over the construction market in Germany, as contractors and developers battle a combination of challenges exerting downward pressure on activity there.
The next big thing in access: India
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Country’s access sector is destined for huge growth, and it may come sooner than some might think
Nordic rentals: the view from local players
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Nordic companies take the lead on sustainability and alternative power
How are construction OEMs adapting to the circular economy?
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The changing role of construction equipment dealers
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A special report on what the modern dealer does and what role it will play in the future
How is inflation impacting equipment rental companies?
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Jeff Eisenberg looks at the key inflation considerations for rental companies
How technology is keeping Rail Baltica on track
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International project is utilising technology as it moves to the construction phase
Chile’s equipment market worth US$1 billion
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A bounce-back from the Covid pandemic and sharply rising global commodity prices saw the Chilean equipment market double in size in 2021
Record-breaking year for equipment sales
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Demand for equipment was maintained throughout 2021, although some areas have seen a drop in sales
Dreams of a disruptor: The VC-backed German start-up using tech to reinvent rental
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Palfinger custom lifts for Eurotunnel
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The 16 rail-mounted scissor platforms, with 1.5 tonnes capacity, will help maintain a high-voltage power line 
Digitisation or digitalisation in equipment rental: what’s the difference?
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Appleton column: The key steps and potential pitfalls rental businesses face on their digital transformation journey
HSS sees big increase in digital business
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22% of HSS Hire’s revenues in the final quarter of 2020 were generated through its digital platforms
ERA says rental proved agile in Covid response
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European Rental Association says the rental market was down in 2020, but not by as much as expected
Working safely during the pandemic
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Appleton column: What equipment rental companies can do to manage the effects of the pandemic
ERA TCO and CO2 calculators
ERA TCO Calc
Calculate the total cost of ownership and CO2 output of construction machinery using the European Rental Association’s online, free-to-use calculators.