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STANNAH ANNOUNCES ADDITIONS/CHANGES TO LEADERSHIP STRUCTURE
Stannah, the U.K.'s largest wholly family-owned lift business and a global leader in home accessibility, has announced a major evolution in its governance and leadership structure. This milestone marks the beginning of a new era for the company, as the sixth generation of the Stannah family steps forward to help shape its future. Sam Stannah, the eldest of the sixth generation and CEO of Uplifts, joins the newly formed Executive Board (EB) alongside Alastair Stannah, Nick Stannah and Debi Coveney (group chief financial officer). 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 | | | | AMERICAN ELEVATOR CO. EXPANDING INTO DALLAS
American Elevator Co., a trusted provider of elevator maintenance, repair, modernization and installation services since 1975, has announced the official expansion of its operations into Dallas, Texas. This marks a major milestone in the company's growth strategy under the ownership of Elevator Service, Inc. (ESI), extending its high-quality elevator services beyond Oklahoma and West Texas into the booming Dallas-Fort Worth market. Read more here
METRO ELEVATOR NAMES NATIONAL DIRECTOR OF MODERNIZATION ENGINEERING
Metro Elevator recently named Nate Beaudin its new national director of modernization engineering. Beaudin holds degrees in mechanical engineering and physics, and has more than 11 years of vertical-transportation industry experience. Based in the NYC area, Beaudin joins Metro Elevator after holding roles including modernization field superintendent with both TK Elevator and Schindler. He was also a mechanical engineer with Schindler for more than five years. Read more here
KOHTLER ANNOUNCES ROQUE AS NEW PRODUCTION MANAGER
Kohtler Elevator Industries, headquartered in Miami-Dade County, Florida, recently announced José Roque has joined the company as its new production manager. With more than 25 years of hands-on experience, Roque brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership and dedication to excellence to the Kohtler team. His background includes key roles at Unitec Elevator Co. and Concept Elevator, where he made a lasting impact through his commitment to quality and innovation. "At Kohtler, we're committed to building a world-class team, and bringing José onboard is a big step forward," Kohtler Elevator stated. "His expertise will play a vital role in our continued growth and operational strength." | | 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 | | | CHICAGO ELEVATOR ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES THE SEASON
The Chicago Elevator Association (CEA) held its annual Christmas Party on December 4 at The Copper Oak Event Space in River Grove, Illinois, welcoming 65 members to a warm gathering. Guests enjoyed a Mediterranean-inspired dinner and live entertainment from the Duneland Jazz Collective, which set a festive yet intimate mood. CEA Board President Mark Bajic reflected on the heart of the association. Read more here
FAIN ACQUIRES ACCEL TO BECOME IRELAND'S NO. 1 LIFT SERVICE PROVIDER
FAIN Group, headquartered in Spain with a presence across Europe and more than 100,000 lifts under maintenance globally, on December 12 announced it acquired Accel Lifts Ltd., one of Ireland's most reputable independent lift installation and maintenance companies. Marking a major expansion for FAIN in Ireland, the move brings Accel and Doyle Lifts (acquired by FAIN in 2023) under one umbrella and gives FAIN Ireland the country's top market position. Accel was founded by Managing Director David Bourke and is based in Dublin, with more than 1,600 lifts under maintenance, primarily across Dubin and Leinster. Read more here | | | ESI PARTNERS WITH SKYLINE IN NYC TO INSTALL FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND CONTROLLER
Elevator Systems, LLC (ESI) recently partnered with Skyline Elevators to install its first ES2 traction controller for 500 ft/min speed elevators with an Elgo Absolute Positioning System at 250 West 49th Street in Midtown Manhattan. The Skyline team installed two elevators serving 30 landings at the 28-story residential tower, designed by S. Weider Architect and developed by Chess Builders. Read more here
EAOF HOSTS LARGEST ANNUAL EVENT EVER IN CAPE CANAVERAL
The Elevator Association of Florida (EAOF) hosted its largest-ever Annual General Meeting (AGM) and golf tournament in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on December 8-9 featuring education, networking and fundraising. On December 8, approximately 120 golfers gathered at the Space Coast Golf Club, while the AGM took place at the Hampton Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral Cruise Port on December 9, drawing more than 70 elevator industry professionals. 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 | | | | IN MEMORIAM: DOROTHY SYBERT
Dorothy Sybert, who with her husband Milton Sybert built a thriving Chicagoland business, C.J. Anderson & Co., passed away on December 6 at age 85 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Dorothy Sybert considered the employees of C.J. Anderson her second family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Milton, whom she met while working as a secretary at Union Tank Car Co. in Chicago. Dorothy, Milton and their family created a lifetime of memories at their beloved lake house in northern Wisconsin, and in retirement traveled the world. In their later years, Dorothy and Tom Sybert made their home in Northbrook, Illinois, where they formed deep and lasting friendships. Dorothy Sybert's survivors include children, Alan and Tom; brother, Gregory; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends, including in the elevator industry. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you perform a loving random act of kindness in memory of both Dorothy and Milton. | | ECNY ANNOUNCES 2026 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Elevator Conference of New York (ECNY) announces and invites applications for its 2026 Scholarship Program. The association is offering at least two US$5,000 scholarships to high school seniors who are graduating in 2026, with the possibility of additional scholarships in various amounts if more than 10 applications are received. Eligibility is open to any daughter, son, stepchild or grandchild of an ECNY member in good standing, and the deadline for submissions is March 14, 2026. Read more here
HYPERION SOLUTIONS WELCOMES NEW CFO WRIGHT
Hyperion Solutions welcomed Josh Wright as its new chief financial officer (CFO), effective December 1. Based in the Charlotte, North Carolina, area, Wright joins the elevator industry and Hyperion from CPI Security and American Tire Distributors, where he handled financial planning and analysis. He holds a master's degree in finance from Indiana University Southeast and completed Wharton Executive Education's Emerging CFO Program. In addition to overseeing Hyperion's finances, Wright will support the continued growth of the Hyperion Business System, a structured approach to business that uses Lean tools and measurable performance targets to improve efficiency across every business unit. Hyperion observed that Wright "brings extensive experience leading financial teams that support growth, performance and operational discipline." | | 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 | | | MITSUBISHI LAUNCHES AT-MOD MODERNIZATION SOLUTION
The Elevator and Escalator Division of Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., headquartered in Cypress, California, has launched the AT-MOD modernization package, an advanced modernization solution designed to enhance building vertical-transportation systems while preserving major existing components that may otherwise be prohibitively costly to replace. The AT-MOD package allows building owners to improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of their elevators by integrating Mitsubishi Electric's latest modernization technology with existing system components. Read more here
SCHINDLER TAKES X8 ELEVATOR ON EUROPEAN TOUR
After making a splash at Milan Design Week in Italy in April, Swiss OEM Schindler is taking its X8 elevator on a European tour, showcasing two fully operational units and inviting architects, designers, urban planners and homeowners "to experience firsthand what Schindler calls a "new era of vertical mobility," designboom reported and Schindler announced. Following Milan Design Week, Schindler brought the X8 to the Global Elevator Exhibition in Milan in November. Read more here | | Argus Elevator is committed to enhancing elevator safety by providing quick-to-ship, easy-to-install, and cost-effective safety solutions that ensure code compliance. With user experience in mind, their products feature bright, easy-to-read screens and compact designs that fit in your hand. From door lock monitoring and pit flood protection to unintended car movement, door restrictors, and brake monitoring, Argus Elevator offers the safety solutions customers need. www.arguselevator.com Advertisement | | | | PITTSBURGH OFFICE DEEPENS METRO ELEVATOR'S MID-ATLANTIC FOOTPRINT
Metro Elevator recently deepened its Mid-Atlantic footprint with a new office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, led by President Walt Czekaj and Vice President (VP) Joshua West, described as "exceptional industry veterans rooted in operational excellence and customer partnership." Czekaj has extensive experience in service, sales and territory operation. He joins Metro Elevator after a more than 12-year career with Schindler, where he held roles including VP of territory operations, area service operations manager and general manager (GM) — service, all in the Pittsburgh area. West joins Metro Elevator from Otis, where his roles included GM and regional sales manager for greater Pittsburgh over nearly seven years. Previously, West held senior sales roles with KONE in Florida, North Carolina and Pittsburgh.
U.K.'S LEEA HONORS 10 IN SEVENTH LEEA AWARDS CEREMONY
The U.K.'s Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) recently held the seventh LEEA Awards at Liverpool's iconic Anfield stadium, with the 450 people in attendance almost doubling that of the first awards. During the award ceremony, 10 awards were given: Emerging Talent Award, sponsored by Technical Integrated Services LDA: Rory Stewart of Europa Engineering Group; Excellence in People Development: SCE Academy, Street Cranexpress Ltd.; and Technical Excellence and Professionalism Award: Justin Powers, Select Plant Hire. Read more here | | THE 2026 EW MEDIA KIT IS HERE! Download the ELEVATOR WORLD Media Kit to see EW's upcoming feature stories, focus topics, special sections and editorial and advertising submission deadlines here. Join us as we continue to celebrate and support the industry in 2026! Advertisement | | | EIGHT UNITS BY TEI FOR CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF MANHATTAN
TEI Group tells ELEVATOR WORLD it is working with Shawmut Design & Construction to provide eight units — four elevators and four dumbwaiters — for the Children's Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) in NYC, slated to open in several years at 361 Central Park West. Designed by FXCollaborative, the CMOM is a US$300-million project that repurposes a century-old church overlooking Central Park, according to New York YIMBY. Read more here
TÜV SÜD ACHIEVES NABCB LIFT INSPECTION ACCREDITATION IN INDIA
TÜD SÜD, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification, achieved National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB) accreditation to inspect and certify lifts in India. On December 22, compliance with the Indian Standards (IS) Series IS 17900 will become mandatory for all new lift installations, safety components and major modernizations. Read more here
SAN FRANCISCO REZONING TO ALLOW TALL BUILDINGS ADVANCES
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's Family Zoning Plan, a sweeping rezoning initiative that would see buildings rise from 20 to 60 stories across large swathes of the city, passed with a 7-4 Board of Supervisors vote on December 2 despite strong opposition, The San Francisco Standard reported. Ultimately, the measure aims to add approximately 3,600 homes by 2031 to meet state housing mandates. The four city supervisors who voted "no" fear displacement and neighborhood disruption in the historically low-density north and west sides. Read more here | | Learn More About Unintended Car Movement Protection with Argus Elevator's webinar on January 15, 2026 at 01:00 PM CST. Unintended Car Movement is a serious safety hazard that occurs when a car drifts up or down from the landing due to a component or system failure. Unintended Car Movement Protection (UCMP) stops the car before accidents occur. This webinar, will show you how UCMP works, why it is required by code, and how to choose the right solution for your elevator. Register today! Advertisement | | | TEI MODERNIZES 20, INSTALLS TWO ELEVATORS AT BRONX COURTHOUSE
TEI Group tells ELEVATOR WORLD it recently modernized 20 and installed two elevators at the historic Bronx County Courthouse, also known as the Mario Merola Building, at 851 Grand Concourse in Bronx, NY. Designed by architects Joseph H. Freelander and Max Hausle in the Art Deco style, the nine-story limestone building was built between 1931 and 1934, according to Wikipedia. It has four identical sides, an interior court and a frieze designed by sculptor Charles Keck. The building also features sculptures by noted sculptors George Holburn Snowden and Joseph Kiselewski. Housing all municipal Bronx borough functions, the building sits two blocks southeast of Yankee Stadium.
ESCALATOR WORK SLOW-GOING FOR CMRL IN SOUTHERN INDIA
At least seven stations along Chennai Metro Rail Ltd.'s (CMRL) Phase I network, spanning more than 45 km and serving key areas in southern India, still lack escalators in upward or downward directions, The Hindu reports. Since 2023 when CMRL acknowledged the problem, it has installed only 22 of a planned 55 elevators. CMRL officials attribute the slow pace of installation to the fact that work can only be done when there is no passenger movement between midnight and 4 a.m., and aim to complete work by February 2026. 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 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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