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Crane collapse incurs £750,000 fine
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Inadequate maintenance and failure to correct defects led to crane collapse and a big fine
Why embracing green technologies can save you money
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The industry is embracing new eco-technologies and adopting sustainable practices, and it’s proving to be cost-effective 
ESTA launches a manifesto for transport
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European association sets out five year plan for abnormal road transport
Troubled bridges: disposing of Berlin’s Marggraff Bridge
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How Autokrane Schares removed Berlin’s 60 metre, 1,500 tonne, reinforced concrete Marggraffbrűcke
Colorado school receives CCO EDU accreditation
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CCO EDU launched the program in 2024 to evaluate and identify training providers
Setting the standard for a safety culture
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SC&RA safety award winners raise the bar throughout industry. Mike Chalmers reports
Action to improve crane safety in Canada
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List of recommendations for tower crane safety from WorkSafe BC task force
SC&RA releases new bare rental contract resource
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Understanding Mobile Crane Bare Rental Agreements was developed to assist members in understanding agreements relevant to common industry work. 
The importance of leading with empathy
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Emotional intelligence is having an increasing influence on the success of a company.
How to navigate the current insurance environment
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Lauren Fronczak discusses the intricacies of the industry’s evolving market. 
EU vote backs heavy transport reforms
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European Parliament voted to back proposed transport rule revisions and harmonisation, including SERT
How to avoid metal corrosion on cranes
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Metal corrosion of various types can be a real problem on cranes
How communication aids lifting operations
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Saudi Aramco on crucial steps for success
TCNA 2024 call for papers
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Submissions invited for tower crane conference in Tennessee, USA, on 11 and 12 June 2024
How to make new EU crane regulations work
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Manufacturers and ESTA are discussing how to make new European machinery regulations work in practice re power line contact
ESTA backs SPMT operator licence
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SPMT licence will be a first from the European Crane and Transport Operators Licence (ECTOL) organisation
XL Specialized recieves management certification
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XL Specialized Trailers obtained the ISO 9001:2015 certification for design, manufacture and service of engineered and customized trailers.
Leading global crane expert Klaus Meissner joins ESTA management
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Crane expert Klaus Meissner joins European mobile crane and specialized transport association ESTA
Cause identified in Hong Kong tower crane collapse
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Contractor among 67 prosecutions for tower crane collapse attributed to foundation failure
Call to amend plans for safe parking areas
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EU parking area plans should consider needs of women drivers and abnormal transports
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