Leeds station funding includes plans to increase lift capacity
A further £200 million has been announced for Leeds station, where increased lift capacity forms part of a wider upgrade planned for delivery by 2030.
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Leeds station funding includes plans to increase lift capacity
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KONE reports higher third-quarter orders as modernisation supports growth
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TK Elevator reports higher service and modernisation sales in preliminary FY 2026 results
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TK Elevator starts European modernisation rollout in the UK
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Angel station to become exit-only at weekends as TfL assesses escalator renewal
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Otis says Tianjin 117 lifts are set for a 597.2-metre hoistway record
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Wellington station lift and footbridge work set to start in November
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Salford Crescent third platform enters rail service ahead of passenger opening
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Schindler reports third-quarter order growth and raises 2026 margin guidance
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Otis links cleaning robot to lifts at Ritsumeikan University campus
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D2E acquires Abbacas and Access Advisors to expand UK consultancy services
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LEIA appoints Dave Campbell to lead membership and events
The UK lift industry association has created a membership and events leadership role, with Campbell taking responsibility for its seminars and LIFTEX programme.
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Otis Grand Palais accessibility work receives French lift industry award
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Interlift organisers report strong early bookings for 2027 Nuremberg fair
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VFA opens the call for interlift 2027 presentations
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LEIA business sentiment edges upwards
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Stannah renews its rail-sector RISQS accreditation
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