The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is proud to announce the release of its highly anticipated Global Safety Report 2024. This year marks a significant milestone as the report transitions to a digital-only format, aligning with IPAF’s three-year strategic plan focused on digitisation and sustainability.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Barker, a pioneering figure in the powered access industry and the first President of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). John passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 7th, 2024, at the age of 88, after a battle with late-stage prostate cancer.

In a world where job opportunities are crucial for social and economic reintegration, the IPAF training centre AMMEC Training has taken the initiative to collaborate with various organisations to provide hope and training to two particularly vulnerable groups: migrants and individuals in the process of reintegration.

At the Movicarga Awards, held on 26 September in Madrid, Peter Douglas, CEO and Managing Director of IPAF, received an award for his contribution to the lifting industry and his role in helping IPAF grow in both size and recognition.

IPAF Elevation Switzerland 2024, held in Gränichen, brought together industry experts and professionals for a day of informative sessions, workshops and discussions. Followed by the IPAF Switzerland Awards ceremony, the event covered key developments within IPAF and the industry, training updates, and regulatory changes.

IPAF Elevation 2024, the UK’s standout event for the powered access industry, is fast approaching. Hosted by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), the annual event will take place on Thursday, 7 November 2024, at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) supports European Rental Week, taking place from 14th to 20th October 2024. European Rental Week is an annual event that promotes the benefits and importance of the rental industry across Europe. It provides an opportunity for companies and associations to act together, raising awareness of the rental sector and its role in driving sustainability and innovation.

The Working at Height Conference & Awards, created and organized by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) and Access, Lift & Handlers (ALH) magazine, will take place on November 20 at Music City Center in Nashville. This new event, which combines IPAF’s annual North American Innovate event and ALH’s long-standing ALH Conference & Awards, will highlight the use of aerial platforms to improve site productivity and safety.

The annual IPAF Safety Professionals Webinar provided a platform to advance safety standards within the powered access industry. Held on Zoom, the webinar focused on education, collaboration, and proactive measures to reduce workplace accidents.

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is delighted to announce the IPAF Asia Conference 2024, a premier two-day event scheduled for 1-2 August at the Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel. This event promises to be an insightful gathering of the global powered access community, offering opportunities to learn, network, and share best practices.

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Marzicola as VP - North America. With an extensive background in business development, strategic partnerships, and market expansion, Marzicola brings a wealth of experience to IPAF and will play a key role in enhancing IPAF's services and member recruitment across North America.

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) successfully hosted the IPAF Asia Conference 2024 on 1-2 August at the Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel. The two-day event brought together over 240 industry professionals from China, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong and Taiwan, to discuss the latest trends emerging across the powered access industry. 

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce the release of its updated leaflet on the service, inspection, and maintenance of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). This comprehensive leaflet has been updated to reflect the current industry landscape and is now available in ten languages: English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Chinese simplified, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish, and Dutch.

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Platformers' Days 2024, a premier trade fair for aerial working platforms, cranes, and forklifts in the DACH region. The event, which will take place from 6 to 7 September 2024 at the Karlsruhe Trade Fair Centre, promises to be a lively gathering for industry leaders, innovators, and professionals.

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce we will be exhibiting at Vertikal Days 2024, Europe’s largest lifting equipment event, taking place on 11th and 12th September at the Newark Showground in Nottinghamshire.

IPAF was proud to once again exhibit at Vertikal Days, Europe’s largest lifting equipment event, held at Newark Showground, Nottinghamshire, on the 11th and 12th of September.

Following the summer break, Platformers' Days marks the start of a busy period filled with various tradeshows and industry events. Held at the modern trade fair centre in Karlsruhe, the event brought together key players from the lifting industry across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, alongside the world’s leading manufacturers of MEWPs, MCWPs, and hoists.