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Manitou inaugurates US plant expansion in preparation for North American market growth
The company’s $20-million investment allows for a new range of telehandlers in Yankton, South Dakota, US
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 
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
Kennards survey finds construction in Australia is ‘stable’
Majority of responses reveal optimism for contractors
Andy Wright: ‘Culture eats strategy for breakfast’
IRN columnist reveals why culture is critical for businesses
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
Herc breaks revenue records in second quarter
Number three on the IRN100 ranking, Herc Rentals reaffirms its annual guidance for revenue growth with eyes on mega projects and infrastructure spending
Podcast: The challenge of electrification
Paul Bramhall of Briggs & Stratton talks to IRN’s Murray Pollok about the energy transition challenges facing rental businesses
What’s the biggest threat to the US rental market?
Mike Disser of RMC Consults LLC says the US rental market still faces economic challenges that could hamper its growth over the next few years
Friday Roundup: JCB’s hydrogen breakthrough | Aggreko buys into solar | Latest acquisitions
The week of July 4-10, 2024 in equipment rental included further consolidation on both sides of the Atlantic, ERA’s new carbon reporting guidance and more
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