International Rental News: the IRN100 issue

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

INTERVIEW I: TETSUO 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.

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

ERA CONVENTION REPORT
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

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

WILL ACCESS SPECIALISTS ENDURE?
Recent acquisitions points towards a future where generalist companies consume specialists, but is there still room for both? Euan Youdale reports.

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

NEW 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 demand. Lewis Tyler reports.

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

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