The Lift Hub Briefing: week ending 25 October 2026
UK and worldwide lift-industry reporting for the week ending 25 October 2026, with original stories and linked sources.
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Welcome to the Lift Hub Briefing. This edition brings together our latest reporting for the people who design, install, maintain and manage lifts. Open each story for the detail and the original sources.
Salford Crescent third platform enters rail service ahead of passenger opening
Network Rail says Salford Crescent’s third platform has joined the rail network, while its new lift and other passenger facilities are due to open with the December timetable.
Schindler reports third-quarter order growth and raises 2026 margin guidance
Schindler says third-quarter orders rose 10.3% in local currencies and has lifted its full-year EBIT margin guidance to around 13.5%.
Otis links cleaning robot to lifts at Ritsumeikan University campus
Nippon Otis says a cleaning robot can now travel between floors at Ritsumeikan University’s Biwako-Kusatsu campus using its lift-dispatch interface.
D2E acquires Abbacas and Access Advisors to expand UK consultancy services
D2E says its acquisitions add lift and escalator consultancy capacity in the Midlands and expand its façade access team.
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.
Otis Grand Palais accessibility work receives French lift industry award
Otis has received a jury prize for its Grand Palais lift project in Paris, recognising work to improve access while preserving the historic building.