| ELEVATOR WORLD's June 2025 Issue
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ELEVATOR WORLD's September 2025 issue will focus on Residential Lifts and Accessibility with a special section providing a NAEC Convention Preview and special distribution at the NAEC Convention. The article submission deadline is July 15, and the advertising deadline is August 1. To participate or for more information, contact the EW Editorial Department at phone: 251-479-4514, ext. 130 or editorial@elevatorworld.com. To advertise, contact ext. 131 or advertising@elevatorworld.com.
SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT FOR THE EW PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Submissions are now being accepted for the ELEVATOR WORLD 28th Annual Project of the Year Awards. We are seeking submissions of projects featuring vertical, horizontal or inclined transportation systems with an innovative design, special application or approach that solved a major problem or overcame a unique challenge. Projects will be judged on innovation, originality and creativity, challenges overcome, installation methods and techniques and use of advanced technology, as well as overall quality of presentation. This year's categories are Elevators, New Construction; Elevators, Modernization; Escalators, New Construction; Escalators, Modernization; Moving Walks; Inclined Elevators; Platform Lifts & Stairway Chairlifts; Private-Residence Elevators; and Special-Purpose Lifts. All entries will be judged and categorized as received by an impartial panel of experienced industry experts and professionals. Winning entries will be published in the January 2026 issue of ELEVATOR WORLD. Winners in each category will be acknowledged with an award of recognition. The submission deadline is September 2. | | Lift Business Advisors in the last 3 years has successfully represented the sellers of more than 25 elevator contractors and suppliers in the elevator industry to a broad range of acquiring companies. Since our inception in 1998, we have provided hands on support to help improve profitability and optimize value for an eventual exit. Contact Jeff Eaton for a confidential discussion and complimentary strategic review. www.liftbusiness.com, jeff.eaton@liftbusiness.com Advertisement | | | KONE LAUNCHES CUSTOMER PLANNING TOOL IN MIDDLE EAST, TÜRKIYE AND AFRICA
KONE has introduced KONE Studio – an innovative digital service designed to make elevator planning faster, easier and more collaborative for customers — in the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa region. KONE Studio brings together all of KONE's core planning and designing tools into one intuitive platform, enabling customers to quickly input building specifications, explore customizable elevator solutions and receive tailored plans within minutes. Read more here
LIFTEX ATTRACTS RECORD NUMBERS IN 37TH YEAR
LIFTEX, the triennial trade show run by the Lift & Escalator Industry Association (LEIA), attracted record attendance when it took place at London's ExCeL from June 11-12, bringing together 4,400 industry professionals from more than 40 different countries. Now in its 37th year, LIFTEX, the U.K.'s dedicated exhibition for the lift, escalator and access industry, welcomed visitors from as far afield as Hong Kong, the U.A.E., India, South Korea, Japan, China and the U.S. The show also featured exhibitors from 12 different countries. Read more here | | CECA SEEKING COMMITMENT FOR ELEVATE-HER FALL RETREAT
The Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA) Elevate-HER fall retreat will be held at The June Motel in Prince Edward County, Canada. The details of the venue and event were discussed during the CECA Convention in June. The fall retreat is scheduled for September 26-28, and the estimated cost will be between CAD$750 and CAD$1,000 per person (final pricing to be confirmed). Read more here
VDA EXPANDS INTO U.K. WITH ACQUISITION
VDA, a leading North American vertical-transportation (VT) consultancy based in East Hanover, New Jersey, on June 23 announced its expansion into the U.K. with the acquisition of D2E International VT Consultants Ltd. With a 40-person team headquartered in London and a strong reputation across the U.K. and Europe, D2E specializes in VT, façade access and working-at-height solutions. Read more here | | Draka EHC, a brand of Prysmian, is a global manufacturer and supplier dedicated to sustainability and developing innovative solutions for the vertical transportation industry. Our diverse portfolio of high-quality elevator products includes travelling cable, compensation cable, hoistway cable, wire rope, coated steel rope, rope brakes, wireway, harnessing, and lubricants. For escalators and moving walks we offer essential handrail solutions, field splicing services, skirt brushes, rollers, replacement parts and more. DrakaEHC.com Advertisement | | | ECE INDUSTRIES CELEBRATES 80TH ANNIVERSARY
ECE Industries Ltd., a division of Birla Group, has successfully completed 80 years of excellence by providing safe, smart and sustainable mobility solutions, Realty+ reports. ECE was established in 1945 and is one of the leading Indian elevator brands that encapsulates the legacy of B.K. Birla. Read more here
DATA REVEALS CHINA VT MARKET TRENDS
China Elevator Association Secretary General Zhang Lexiang recently shared data painting a detailed picture of the vertical-transportation (VT) market in China, including that it experienced an "unprecedented elevator production drop" of 9% in 2024. The downturn in China's real estate sector caused demand to contract by approximately 24% in 2024. However, the overall elevator market "remained more resilient than expected" thanks to demand for residential elevators and modernization, as well as products for export, Lexiang said. Domestically, unit deliveries decreased from 1.14 million units in 2023 to 1.04 million units in 2024, reflecting the 9% production drop. On the flipside, exports were robust, with mainland China exporting 102,000 elevators and 13,000 escalators and moving walks in 2024, representing a 17.3% increase compared to the 98,000 units exported in 2023. The Chinese government says a total of 11.32 million VT units were registered domestically in 2024, reflecting a 8.49% year-on-year increase with a net addition of 902,600 units. | | Maven Group, LLC is the premier choice for owners of independent elevator companies who consider selling their business. We understand the daily challenges of independent companies and we know what buyers are looking for. To maximize your return, we provide hands-on help when you prepare for the complex mergers & acquisitions process. For confidential advice, please contact Dominik Sachsenheimer at dominik@mavenelevator.com / 561-225-3320 or Bill Beaury at bill@mavenelevator.com / 239-253-4500; www.mavenelevator.com Advertisement | | | JASON STEPHENS RETURNS TO SCHINDLER UK AND IRELAND
Schindler Ltd. UK and Ireland has announced the return of Jason Stephens as the branch manager for London and the South East. Stephens brings with him a wealth of experience and a renewed passion for excellence in the Existing Installations (EI) business. Stephens previously worked for Schindler as a service leader in the greater and out London areas. Read more here
LATHAM STARTS NEW ROLE WITH PTL EQUIPMENT
Industry veteran Jonathan Latham has transitioned from regional sales manager at MAD Elevator to national sales manager at PTL Equipment. "Change can be the best kind of momentum," Latham said. "I'm incredibly thankful for the people, challenges and successes that have shaped my time at MAD." At PTL, Latham is focusing on building strong partnerships, improving safety and maintenance and finding smarter ways to serve the industry. Based remotely, Latham will continue to be a familiar face at industry events representing Toccoa, Georgia-based PTL. Prior to MAD, where he worked for more than two years, Latham held various leadership roles for nearly 19 years with Janus Elevator Products. | | | Mongrain Vertical Transport current products include the complete range of hydraulic elevators as well as the Emarelle hydraulic machine-room-less elevator system. Each is custom tailored to meet demanding design and performance standards as specified by building owners, architects, and installers. For more information, please email us at info@mvtinc.com or visit us online at www.mvtinc.com. Advertisement | | | AFTERNOON GOLF SESSION SOLD OUT FOR "POP" JOE MEMORIAL INVITATIONAL OUTING
The afternoon golf session for the 50th Annual "Pop" Joe Memorial Golf Outing is sold out, but registration for the morning golf session is still available. The 50th "POP" Frohlinger "JOE" Marchese Memorial Invitational Outing, for the benefit of the Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation, will be held at the Brookville Country Club in Old Brookville, NY, on September 8. Read more here
IN MEMORIAM: CHARLES LARRY HYDE
Owner of Utah-based Mountain West Starlifts and YES – Your Elevator Service, Charles Larry Hyde recently passed away peacefully at home in Salt Lake City in June. On January 4, 1962, Hyde was deployed to Germany as the Berlin Wall was being built and returned home in time for the birth of his and his wife, Karen's, first child, Drew. The couple raised five children — Drew, Kent, Jordan, Matthew and Karlyn — with love. With 35 years in the vertical-transportation industry, Hyde provided customers with residential elevators, wheelchair lifts and stairlifts. He is survived by his beloved wife; their children and spouses; 12 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind generations of stories, countless lives touched by his generosity and a backyard full of dogs and cats who knew his gentle hands. His obituary reads:
"His life was shaped by kindness and conviction: choosing to serve as a medic rather than a marksman, hiring the formerly incarcerated and disabled when few others would, and helping build the foundations of Utah's disability community. He quietly gave away wheelchairs, bought suits for grieving families, and stood up for those with no one else in their corner." | | ECN, DEWHURST LAUNCH LIVELIFT SMART SCREEN EXPERIENCE
Executive Channel Network (ECN), a leader in managed digital signage for commercial offices, has teamed up with lift component specialist Dewhurst to launch LiveLift — a game-changing smart screen experience built directly into lift cabins. LiveLift transforms elevator time into valuable screen time with in-cabin displays delivering real-time content including live news, weather, travel updates and bespoke building messages — all while keeping passengers informed of their floor level. Read more here
INPRO EARNS ZERO-WASTE CERTIFICATION FROM SCS GLOBAL SERVICES
Inpro®, the Muskego, Wisconsin, provider of architectural products including for elevator interiors, announced on June 23 it has achieved Zero-Waste Program Certification from SCS Global Services for diverting 63.99% of waste from landfills. To achieve this, Inpro formed several tactical action committee teams to evaluate waste streams across its operations. Teams conducted a comprehensive analysis of waste generation, recycling rates and landfill diversion. Read more here | | | Rugged. Reliable. Easy to Install. Innovation offers an extensive line of surface mount hall fixtures in every shape and size you can imagine. Available in four horizontal or vertical Innovation signature design styles, our robust hall stations, position indicators, and lanterns allow you to choose the right look and function for any application. www.innovationind.com Advertisement | | | LAKEMAN LIFTEN SHOWCASES ROUND LIFT IN NEW ROTTERDAM MUSEUM
Lakeman Liften, a more-than-100-year-old company headquartered in Katwijk, the Netherlands, recently showcased a round hydraulic passenger lift serving the new 30-m-tall FENIX Museum of Migration in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Distinguished by a "tornado" staircase rising through a former warehouse, FENIX opened in May as the "first museum dedicated to exploring migration through art." Lakeman Liften said its LML-ROUND Series elevator, suitable for wheelchair users and developed for architects pursuing a round design, plays an important role in supporting the museum experience.
AEDARSA ANNOUNCES AEIS FOR SEPTEMBER
The Alberta Elevating Devices and Amusement Rides Safety Association (AEDARSA) has announced that its upcoming Alberta Elevating Industrial Seminar (AEIS) will take place on September 10-11 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada at Sheraton Suites. The event includes a half day of presentations on September 10 from administration on applications, processing, timing and a discussion of AEDARSA's new online application process called AEDARSA CONNECT. Read more here | | | Preparations for interlift 2025 are underway! From 14 to 17 October, the lift industry will meet for the first time at Messe Nürnberg. More exhibition space has already been booked than at the last interlift and the trade fair is on course for growth. As the new home of interlift, Nuremberg is convincing with good accessibility and a relaxed hotel situation. https://www.interlift.de/en/ Advertisement | | | KONE MODULAR LIFT INSTALLED AT NETWORK RAIL TESTING SITE
Laing O'Rourke and KONE have manufactured and installed the first offsite-constructed lift at the Network Rail test track in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, U.K., Construction Management reports. The modular lift is designed for use with multiple footbridges. The tower rises almost 11 m above ground level and contains a KONE Monospace 700 lift. The project is part of Network Rail's Access for All program to provide accessible routes to and between platforms for disabled passengers and those with mobility restrictions. Read more here
CIA ISSUES CALL FOR PAPERS FOR EMBEDDED WORLD IN GERMANY
The nonprofit CAN in Automation (CiA) has issued a special call for papers for the Embedded World Exhibition & Conference on March 10-12, 2026, at the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg in Nuremberg, Germany. In collaboration with event organizers, CiA is calling for proposals for a special controller area network (CAN) technology session. CAN is an internationally standardized serial communication system for embedded networking. It comprises CAN CC (classic), CAN FD (flexible data rate) and CAN XL (extended data-field length), as well as related CAN physical media approaching and higher-layer protocol solutions. CANOpen Lift is the communication protocol developed by CiA that enables seamless communication among various elevator components. | | | The 2025 Elevator Industry Field Employees' Safety Handbook is here! The 220-page pocket-sized, spiral-bound 2025 edition of the Elevator Industry Field Employees' Safety Handbook is designed as a resource for safety information and written processes for elevator industry field employees to help prevent injuries and illnesses resulting from unsafe acts and conditions found in the elevator industry. Order your copy today at: https://elevatorbooks.com/shop/new-products/2025-elevator-industry-field-employees-safety-handbook/ Advertisement | | | EKA TO PROVIDE VT FOR OSVALDO VIEIRA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN GUINEA BISSAU
On June 20, Türkiye-based Emlak Konut Asansör (EKA) announced it will supply advanced vertical-transportation (VT) solutions for Osvaldo Vieira International Airport in Guinea Bissau. The project aims to upgrade the airport's passenger experience by introducing five EKA S1 elevators and two escalators. Read more here
VT PART OF BURJ KHALIFA/DUBAI METRO STATION EXPANSION
Vertical-transportation (VT) equipment including new elevators and escalators is part of the planned expansion of the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station in Dubai, Gulf Business is among outlets to report. Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority is collaborating with Emaar Properties to expand the station to accommodate surging passenger traffic, particularly during events such as New Year's Eve when passenger traffic surpasses 110,000. Read more here | | BAKER CITY RECEIVES GRANT FOR ELEVATOR IN HISTORIC BUILDING
The Oregon Main Street Revitalization program has awarded two grants to Baker County, including one to Baker City Downtown for US$400,000 grant to support installing an elevator in the Baker Loan and Trust Building, the Baker City Herald reports. The building is owned by Tribe Fans LLC — Bob Moon and Kyra Rohner. According to a press release, the grant will be used to install an elevator that will service all three floors of the Baker Loan and Trust Building and allow for future development of the upper floors in the connected adjoining Bohn Building. Read more here
THE POTS BOX TO REPLACE AGING COPPER PHONE LINES
The POTS Box, a future-ready POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) line replacement solution, officially launches this month. The POTS Box offers a scalable, flexible alternative for industries that rely on analog systems, including fire alarms, elevator phones, fax lines, ATMs and more. The new POTS solution will keep critical communication systems online by using a plug-and-play solution that works across LTE, Ethernet or fiber networks. Read more here | | EDITORIAL AND SUBSCRIPTIONS: Editorial submissions, reprint permission requests and subscription/removal requests should be sent to editorial@elevatorworld.com. ELENET Editorial staff: Angela C. Baldwin, Kaija Wilkinson, Lindsay Fletcher and Sophie Goodwin. ADVERTISEMENTS: To advertise and reach ELENET's readership of 41,000+, contact the Advertising staff at phone: 251-479-4514 or e-mail: advertising@elevatorworld.com. Download the ELEVATOR WORLD magazine Editorial Calendar to see EW's upcoming feature stories, focus topics, special topics, special sections and Editorial/Advertising submission deadlines here. ELENET is a registered trademark, and all rights are reserved. Copyright 2025 © Elevator World, Inc., 354 Morgan Avenue, Mobile, AL 36606, phone: 251-479-4514, www.elevatorworld.com. | | | | |
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