IPAF at APEX Show 2026: What to Expect
IPAF is excited to announce that once again it will be exhibiting at the APEX Show 2026, taking place from 2–4 June 2026 at the MECC in Maastricht, Netherlands.
Widely regarded as the leading international trade event for powered access equipment professionals, APEX 2026 – organised by KHL – promises three days of innovation, networking, and industry insight.
IPAF Live Demonstration Area – Outdoor Stand 1240
For the first time ever, IPAF will host a dedicated live demonstration zone at the show on each day of the show. Located in in the heart of the outside exhibitor area on stand 1240, this space will showcase live demos on:
- Demo area 1 (10.30-10.50am): Pre-use Checks and ePAL Checks
Learn the essential steps for carrying out effective pre-use inspections of MEWPs, including how to utilise the ePAL app to ensure equipment is safe, compliant, and ready for operation.
- Demo area 2 (11.30-11.50am): Pedestrian Control of MEWPs
This demonstration highlights safe practices when operating MEWPs from ground controls, focusing on hazard awareness, communication, and risk control methods.
- Demo area 3 (1pm-1.20pm on 2 June and 2pm-2.20pm on 3-4 June): Recovery and Rescue from a MEWP
Discover best practice techniques for safely recovering a MEWP from the elevated position and for carrying out an effective rescue of an operator when a platform that is unable to be lowered.
- Demo area 4 (3pm-3.20pm): Practical Test Demo – Scissor/Boom
Get an insight into the practical assessment process for MEWP operators, showcasing key skills required to safely operate both scissor lifts and boom lifts in real-world scenarios.
This stand is a must-visit for rental companies, manufacturers, contractors and safety professionals.
IPAF Indoor Stand – Stand 210
Just inside the main entrance, IPAF’s indoor stand (210) will provide a central hub for discussing:
- The 2026 safety campaign in detail
- The importance of accident reporting
- New guidance launch (Tuesday 2 June at 2pm-2.30pm): The Safe Use of Aerial Work Platforms Near Railways Infrastructures - this guidance has been created following a fatal train incident that occurred in Dalfsen in which a train derailed following a collision with a cherry picker.
- Updates to IPAF training courses
- New guidance: The Safe Use and Maintenance of Batteries Fitted to MEWPs
- IPAF's Women in Powered Access (WiPA) mentoring scheme
Women in Powered Access (WiPA) Networking Breakfast
A dedicated breakfast event aimed at providing a networking space for women working across powered access will be hosted by IPAF during APEX 2026, as part of IPAF’s ongoing WiPA initiative. The special breakfast event will be hosted on 3 June between 8.30-9.30am in the Bar Bistro Saam restaurant at the MECC, where APEX 2026 will be held. Register here
Peter Douglas, CEO and Managing Director of IPAF, said:
“APEX is a key event for our industry, and IPAF is proud to be an advocate and long-time supporter. We’re excited to bring live demonstrations to the show for the first time that reflect real-world powered access safety scenarios that our industry faces every day.
The demonstrations will directly support IPAF’s newly-published guidance, The Principles of MEWP Recovery and Rescue, helping to translate those principles into practical, on-the-ground applications that visitors can see in action.
“I strongly encourage IPAF members to exhibit alongside us – this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your latest innovations, promote safety and connect with the global powered access community. I look forward to seeing you there!”
Why You Should Also Exhibit at APEX 2026
As long-time champions of the event, we encourage our members and partners to exhibit alongside us at the show. With hundreds of professionals expected from across the globe, it’s the perfect platform to:
- Showcase your products, services and innovations
- Build new business opportunities
- Align your brand with IPAF and leading access manufacturers
View the exhibitor brochure & sign up here
Sponsorship Opportunities with IPAF
If you’re interested in supporting IPAF’s live demonstrations at APEX, including demonstration session sponsorship, machine sponsorship or stand merchandise sponsorship, please contact IPAF’s Events Manager Courtney Kellett for details and availability at [email protected].
