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ELEVATOR WORLD's January 2026 issue will focus on The Future of Vertical-Transportation (VT) Safety and feature the 2026 Project of the Year Winners. There will be special distribution at SLM World in India. The article submission deadline is November 17, and the advertising deadline is December 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. | | 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 | | | CECA ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
The Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA) announced that three students have been awarded a CAN$2,500 (US$1,778.50) scholarship for the coming school year. Andria Mary Joseph, child of Joseph Antony (Delta Elevator), of Toronto, Ontario, and Emery Robinson, child of Keelan Robinson (University of Toronto), of Bradford, Ontario, received general studies scholarships. Read more here
ATLAS ELEVATORS TO PROVIDE 34 ELEVATORS FOR MADINAH PROJECT
Atlas Elevators General Trading and Contracting Co. signed a contract with Rawaf Bin Salmal Al Rawaf Co., a Saudi Arabian company operating in the construction and industrial services sector, to supply and install 34 elevators for the Dar Taiba project in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, Argaam reported on October 16. Read more here | | 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 | | | SHORTS ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH METRON
U.K.-based Shorts has announced a new partnership with Metron, one of Europe's fastest-growing lift manufacturers. Based in Greece, Metron is known for designing and producing high-quality, value-for-money passenger lifts that combine modern aesthetics with proven engineering performance. As Metron's official U.K. partner, Shorts will manage import logistics and duties, simplifying procurement for lift companies. Customers will also benefit from U.K.-based technical support, ensuring faster response times, with additional assistance available from Metron's engineering team in Greece when required. To further support U.K. installers and maintainers, Shorts will stock a wide range of Metron spare parts in its Bradford warehouse. This will reduce lift downtime by removing the need to wait for parts to be shipped from Europe. Shorts has worked with Metron for many years, particularly in sourcing lift doors for modernization projects. The new partnership expands that cooperation to include complete passenger lift packages, combining Metron's manufacturing excellence with Shorts' deep understanding of U.K. market needs. Founded in 1995, Metron has grown from a small manufacturer in northern Greece to a global brand supplying complete lift systems to more than 50 countries. | | | NEXGEN 2026 EDUCATIONAL RETREAT TO SET SAIL IN SPRING
NexGen, a branch of the National Association of Elevator Contractors (NAEC) focused on the development of the next generation of elevator professionals, will hold its Educational Retreat on April 26 to May 1, 2026, aboard Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas out of Cape Canaveral, Florida. Participants will engage in workshops, keynote sessions and discussions, as well as a variety of networking opportunities. Read more here
STANNAH WELCOMES NEW GENERATION OF APPRENTICES
Stannah, a leading U.K. lift company, has welcomed a new cohort of apprentices into the business, continuing its long-standing commitment to developing skilled talent and supporting the future of the U.K. lift industry. Since 2017, Stannah has seen 84 apprenticeships completed across a variety of disciplines. This year, 79 apprentices are on program across the business, with 16 new lift engineer recruits having joined across 11 branches nationwide. Read more here | | 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 | | | | OTIS KOREA TO ACQUIRE SCHINDLER'S BUSINESS IN SOUTH KOREA
Otis announced on October 17 subsidiary Otis Elevator Korea has reached an agreement to acquire Schindler Elevator Co. Ltd. in South Korea. Completion of the transaction is subject to merger control review by the Korea Fair Trade Commission. The acquisition will complement Otis' current customer coverage, portfolio and field execution capacity, enabling it to better serve customers, colleagues and other key stakeholders in South Korea. Read more here
NAESA ANNOUNCES 2025 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
NAESA International has announced the 2025 Scholarship winners of the Floyd J. Rommel, Marie McDonald, Robert Caporale and George W. Gibson Scholarships. The Scholarship Committee evaluated 14 scholarship applications this year, and there was "very tight scoring between the applicants," according to the scholarship committee. The recipients of the 2025 scholarships are as follows. Read more here | | FULLER PROMOTED AT UK LIFT & ESCALATOR CO.
UK Lift & Escalator Co., headquartered in Gateshead, U.K., recently announced the promotion of David Fuller to national technical manager within its Technical Field Department (TFD). The TFD was launched to provide a high level of internal technical support to UK Lift & Escalator's engineering teams to help deliver better service, enhance reliability and reduce downtime for customers. Read more here
CECA OFFERS UPDATE ON COLLEGIATE ELEVATOR PROGRAMS
Durham College in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, and Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario, have recently begun a new semester of classes, the Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA) reports. At Durham, there are currently 95 first-semester students, 60 third-semester students and 20 students out on co-op enrolled in the Elevating Devices program. The apprenticeship program will offer Levels 1, 2 and 3 back-to-back, beginning in October. Read more here | | 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 | | | OTIS INDIA TO PROVIDE 169 ELEVATORS FOR HYDERABAD TOWERS
Otis India announced in October it will provide 169 high-speed elevators to My Home Group for three luxury residential tower developments in Hyderabad, India. They are the 334-m-tall My Home 99; My Home Akira, which consists of 12 towers; and My Home Grava Residences, which boasts seven towers, including one that exceeds 54 stories. Read more here
TROUTMAN PART OF LUXURY ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION IN MANHATTAN
Troutman Elevator Interiors, based in Queens, NY, was part of the recent modernization of four elevators at The Excelsior, a 48-story luxury residential tower in Manhattan's Sutton Place neighborhood. The project at 303 East 57th Street was completed in partnership with Centennial Elevator Industries, which led the modernization, and VSA Consulting Engineers, which provided design and engineering oversight. Read more here | | Looking to maximize elevator door performance? Upgrade to the MOVFR 3 Next-Gen Door Operator from GAL for reliable, quiet and precise performance. Featuring a 1/2 HP motor, quick plug-and-play installation, and seamless closed-loop operation. Perfect for demanding applications. Works with all OEM and independent cabs and doors with optical closed loop feedback. Experience intelligent design and proven reliability. Learn more at www.vantageelevation.com/movfr3-harmonic-door-operator/. Advertisement | | | | CTBUH BEST TALL BUILDING MEA 2025 IS DUBAI'S CIEL TOWER
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), since re-branded the Council on Vertical Urbanism, announced the Best Tall Buildings Worldwide in October during the CTBUH International Conference in Toronto, Canada. The annual program recognizes projects that have made extraordinary contributions to the advancement of tall buildings and the urban environment. Awards of Excellence were bestowed across many categories and regions, including the Middle East and Africa (MEA).Read more here
GREECE MINISTER URGES CITIZENS TO COMPLETE ELEVATOR REGISTRY
Greece Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos has called on citizens to participate in the national elevator census, describing it as "an important process for everyone's safety," ekathimerini.com reports. The registration process is mandatory, free of charge and available online until November 30. Each elevator entered into the system will receive a unique registration number, required for legal and safe operation. Information needed for registration is the year of installation, number of stops, operating status, certification and property registration number. Missing data can be marked as "unknown" or "temporarily unavailable." Failure to register by the deadline will result in fines, and unregistered lifts may be sealed. So far, approximately 80,000 elevators out of an estimated 900,000 nationwide have been registered. | | MONTANARI NORTH AMERICA, the U.S. Company by Montanari Group - since 1970 the Italian specialist for traction machines. Get to know our new Belted gearless range for elevators' mods! We support North American installations with a specialized range of geared, gearless and safety devices - Made in Italy quality, CSA certified! Contact us at info@montanarina.com or visit www.montanarina.com Advertisement | | | METRORAIL AUDIT HIGHLIGHTS VERTICAL-TRANSPORTATION MAINTENANCE CONCERNS
The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission has released an audit highlighting significant safety concerns regarding the maintenance and operation of Washington, D.C. Metrorail's nearly 1,000 elevators and escalators, ABC 7 News reports. The audit, which examined inspections, maintenance, operational practices, procedures and training, identified five critical findings that require Metrorail to develop corrective action plans within 30 days. Read more here
CLASS PROJECT TO TRANSFORM OHIO RESIDENTIAL BUILDING'S ELEVATORS
Ohio's Youngstown State University (YSU) Department of Art is partnering with the Western Reserve Port Authority of City Centre One and the Economic Action Group to create a series of innovative interior murals that will transform the building's elevator spaces into immersive artistic experiences. YSU's site-specific mural class will be reimagining transitional spaces through bold, thought-provoking designs that will engage visitors throughout City Centre One. Read more here | | | EN Elevator Design: Calculations for Designing to the EN Market. This new book written by Serdar Tavaslioğlu offers 15 chapters covering key aspects of elevator design under the EN code. Blending code references, calculations, case studies, and field insights, the 240-page book addresses topics from safety gears and guide rails to MRL systems. Order today. Advertisement | | | OTIS UZBEKISTAN DISTRIBUTOR SECURES 35-UNIT CONTRACT
Otis' distributor for Uzbekistan, Expert Elevator System, has secured a contract to supply and install 29 Gen2® elevators and six Link escalators for the mixed-use Centris Towers in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Otis announced on October 20. The elevators will be equipped with Otis' advanced destination-management system, Compass 360®. A specific height is not available, but renderings show three towers of up to approximately 15 stories atop a multistory podium. Read more here
36-STORY ADDITION TO HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE GREENLIT IN WAIKIKI
A 36-story addition to the 22-acre Hilton Hawaiian Village resort on Waikiki Beach in Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii, has been approved by the City of Honolulu, Pacific Business News reports. First opened in 1955 and growing into one of the largest properties in the Hilton hotel chain, Hilton Hawaiian Village has 4,000 rooms. The tower addition, which will replace older low-rise shops along Ala Moana Boulevard, will add 515 new rooms by 2029. Read more here
KONE ELEVATOR FOR NEW MANHATTAN RESIDENTIAL BUILDING
KONE tells ELEVATOR WORLD it provided a MonoSpace® 500 elevator making seven stops for 205 Cabrini Boulevard, a new six-story residential building designed by Rise Architecture and developed by Yisroel Eckstein in Washington Heights, Manhattan, NY. New York YIMBY reported in September the affordable housing lottery launched for the property, which features two structures — one with a traditional red brick and another with an irregular light gray brick façade. Residences are equipped with washers and dryers, hardwood floors and name-brand kitchen appliances, and residents have access to balconies, bike storage lockers, a gym and a rooftop terrace. | | | 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! Advertisement | | | LATEST KARACHI ELEVATOR ACCIDENT POINTS TO LARGER ISSUE
The collapse of an elevator on October 16 at a private hospital in Karachi, Pakistan, in which five people were injured, points to a larger issue of frequent elevator-related accidents in Pakistan's largest city, Pakistan Today is among outlets to report. In the latest incident, rescue teams arrived quickly at the scene and transported the injured passengers to a hospital for treatment. It is unclear whether it was the same hospital where the elevator incident occurred. Read more here
PROBLEMS MOUNT FOR PENCIL-THIN NYC SUPERTALL 432 PARK AVENUE
The cracking and crumbling façade of 432 Park Avenue, a supertall, pencil-thin residential tower on Billionaires' Row in Manhattan, NY, points to larger problems that engineers say could lead to mechanical systems and elevators failing, outlets including the Daily Mail reported in October. Designed by Rafael Viñoly and developed by CIM Group and Macklowe Properties, the 1,396-ft-tall structure has been home to several celebrities among other high-net-worth individuals, and its problematic elevators, which have malfunctioned, shut down during high winds and trapped residents, were part of a lawsuit filed by residents last year. The skyscraper, which opened only 10 years ago, is now covered in "cracks and cavities" due to its white concrete façade that experts say is sensitive to wind and rain. Some fear the skyscraper could start raining debris on the streets below, and that the property could eventually be abandoned. According to The New York Times, the building is facing a US$160 million repair for its façade. The building's 84 stories are served by 11 Schindler elevators. | | | 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! Advertisement | | | 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 Kathleen Farrell. 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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