Boels Group Becomes IPAF Sustaining Member

All powered access companies in Boels Group – Boels Rental, Riwal, Cramo and Manlift – now united under IPAF membership 

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce that Boels Group has joined as a Sustaining Member, further strengthening its commitment to powered access safety and best practice across the industry. 

Following an updated group membership agreement, all powered access operations within the Boels Group – including Boels Rental, Riwal, Cramo, and Manlift – are now formally part of the IPAF membership community. 

Boels Group is one of Europe’s largest rental companies, with a strong presence across the Benelux region, Central and Northern Europe. Its portfolio of trusted rental brands serves a wide range of industries, from construction and manufacturing to government and event infrastructure. 

IPAF Sustaining Membership is designed for organisations that wish to go above and beyond in their support of IPAF’s work. It helps to shape the future of the powered access industry by investing in safety, standards, and training at the global level. 

Riwal, now part of the Boels Group, has long supported IPAF’s mission to improve safety in powered access. For many years, Riwal has actively contributed MEWP accident data to IPAF, helping to raise awareness of industry risks and promote the importance of  training and regulation. Now, this commitment extends across the entire Boels Group. All Boels-owned companies will contribute to IPAF’s global Accident Reporting Portal, further strengthening the quality and reach of this vital safety initiative. In addition, Boels continues to deliver internationally recognised IPAF training courses through its certified facilities and instructors – recently expanding its offering to include Virtual Reality simulator training for scissor lifts, telescopic boom lifts, and rough-terrain machines.

John Smeets, Fleet Uptime Manager of Boels Rental at Boels Group, said: 

“Our strength is that our broad knowledge and large network allow us to offer incredibly customer-focused training courses. This way, we contribute to safer work environments and overall, safer construction sites.” 

Peter Douglas, CEO and Managing Director of IPAF, added: 

“This move unifies all Boels Group’s powered access companies under our shared commitment to safety and professionalism. Boels’ scale and influence across Europe make them an important partner in improving industry standards and supporting safe work at height. We’re honoured to have you as a Sustaining Member.” 

Click here for more information about becoming an IPAF Sustaining Member