International Rental News Magazine

REPORT ERA CONVENTION
The energy transition, skills crisis and the role of rental in achieving a net zero future were discussed at the European Rental Association’s 18th annual convention in Lisbon

REPORT EUROPEAN RENTAL AWARDS
The best of the European rental industry were recognised at a sold out ceremony, with Spain, the UK and France among the big winners.

PREVIEW HILLHEAD
Organisers say this year is shaping up to be its largest edition. Lewis Tyler reports on the exhibits.

INTERVIEW KANAMOTO
President Tetsuo Kanamoto reveals why a move to North America could be the next step in its goal to be a top five global player and provides an update on its overseas ventures.

IRN100
Record investment levels and revenues are among the headlines this year, but is the industry beginning to stabalise? Lewis Tyler reports on the findings.

ALTERNATIVE POWER
As the rental industry scrambles to hit net zero targets, what initiatives are rental companies implementing to engage customers in sustainable practices?

ACCESS RENTAL
Recent acquisitions points towards a future where specialist companies consume generalists, but is there room for both? Euan Youdale reports.

FORKLIFTS AND TELEHANDLERS
The latest material handling launches come with rental in mind, with compactness and functionality the watchwords.

COMPACT EQUIPMENT
Demand for equipment in the compact range is increasing steadily, backed up by urbanisation and rental requests. Lewis Tyler reports.

INTERVIEW UNITED RENTALS
Paul Maddison, director of digital innovation, United Rentals, reveals how customers using digital tools can benefit from a simplified rental process.