ITC success in Rome

ITC 2025 in Rome, Italy. Photo: Joe Mather, KHL Group

The eight International Tower Cranes conference in Rome, Italy, on 3 and 4 June was a strong event with valuable thought-provoking content and extensive networking opportunities.

Hosting more than 160 delegates, the global conference is well-established as the leading event for the tower crane sector worldwide.

ITC 2025 attendees came from 22 countries in Europe, North and South America, the Middle East and Asia. More than 70 companies were represented, the majority tower crane owners from rental companies and construction contractors and the largest number being from Italy.

They were there to network with peers and to learn from the speakers in the extensive programme of thought-provoking presentations. Topics tackled included, engineering challenges, legislative changes, new technology, the current position and outlook for the industry, recruitment and retention of workers, and more.

Opening keynote: Francesco Aiello, Terex Tower Cranes. Photo: Joe Mather, KHL Group

The state of the market

Opening keynote speaker was Francesco Aiello, Terex Tower Cranes general manager. He gave an introductory overview of change and developments in the tower crane sector, including a range of industry challenges, all from a manufacturer’s perspective.

A crane-owner’s perspective on the industry was given in the afternoon keynote presentation by Philippe Cohet, founder and board vice chairman at Uperio. His focus was on the future and sustainability. Cohet outlined the company’s approach to matters of the environment, social responsibility and governance (ESG).

The day before the main conference included a tour of Rome’s major monuments combined with an interesting site visit, courtesy of construction contractor Ricci, working on a new luxury hotel, Aldrovandi Villa Borghese.

Look out for more reporting on the event, further articles and for the presentations, all coming soon.