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Interview: Former Home Depot exec on his new role with BigRentz
Matt Schweickert recently joined the board of directors at BigRentz, hoping to help the construction and rental industries continue to evolve and take advantage of greater efficiencies through digital tools 
WernerCo changes name to ProDriven Global Brands
New name reflects growth strategy in construction, industrial and automotive 
H&E opens third branch in Maryland
H&E has opened 36 branches since Q2 of 2023
Professionalizing access rental - the System Lift way
The German cooperative on future proofing rental, tariffs on China-produced MEWPS, VR training and consolidation
10 ‘food for thought’ quotes on equipment rental in 2024
As we round the corner into the second half of the year, we take a look back at statements made by leaders in the equipment rental industry since the start of 2024
Sunbelt Rentals UK unveils flagship specialist facility
Facility “aligns with Sunbelt Rentals 4.0” growth strategy
H&E expands in Missouri
Fourth general rental location opens in the state
Andy Wright: ‘Culture eats strategy for breakfast’
IRN columnist reveals why culture is critical for businesses
H&E opens first branch in Iowa
US renter continues depot expansion
BigRentz names former Home Depot exec to board of directors
Schweickert’s career spans over two decades in roles said to focus on scaling global organizations and driving profitability
Uncertainty over election, rates and inflation cloud future for US rental
Following a period of sustained growth, what’s next for the US equipment rental market?
Rental staff recruitment and retention: Why Europe struggles to keep the pipeline full
The equipment rental and construction industries have not only an image problem, but demographic shifts and changing priorities are stanching the flow of viable job candidates
Italy’s rental market influenced by history and opportunity
Faced with a complex set of market dynamics, Italy maintains a positive outlook, with caveats
Friday Roundup: United updates forecast | GAM gains in LATAM | Access leaders’ results
The week spanning July 25-31, 2024 included financial results for United, GAM, JLG and Terex, plus news of WillScot’s merging of brands 
ERA Carbon Reporting Guidance: Simplifying compliance for rental companies
The European Rental Association is also launching a rental equipment benchmark database, providing a resource for accurate emission estimation of equipment
IRN100 ranking reveals top 10 US-based rental companies
American rental firms made up the biggest majority of the annual list, accounting for more than half of the total revenues of US$81.6 billion
Friday Roundup: Herc’s biggest buy | United in Scotland | Sinoboom ‘Europe for Europe’
Herc Rentals made big news during the week that was July 18-24, 2024 as the company reported breaking revenue records and making its biggest acquisition to date
Herc’s acquisition of Otay Mesa Sales its largest buy ever
Four-branch independent brings Herc’s additions to 25 so far in 2024 
5 takeaways from Herc’s first-half ‘24 report
The Q&A session in Herc Holdings’ recent earnings call provides a deep dive into local market slowdown, mega projects and growth strategies
United Rentals opens new depot in UK
UK location now operational
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