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Regional Winners of Otis’ Made to Move Communities Announced

Otis announced the four student teams that are the regional winners of its fifth year of the Made to Move Communities™ student challenge, each earning their school a US$20,000 grant....

Hitachi Elevator to Focus on Smart Building in China

Hitachi Elevator (China) Co. Ltd. will focus on developing the smart building business in China by accelerating its efforts in digitalization, intelligence and green initiatives, according to a senior company...

Macau Government Urging Annual Elevator Inspections

The Land and Urban Construction Bureau (DSSCU) of Macau, China, is urging property managers and responsible parties to schedule annual elevator inspections promptly to ensure sufficient time to address any...

Elevator Incident in China Leads to Fatality

In the Panlong District of Kunming, Yunnan Province, China, an elevator malfunction led to the death of a 59-year-old resident, Dimsum Daily is among outlets to report. The elevator lost control during...

Otis Lowers Earnings Expectations on Continued Weak Demand in China

Otis expects full-year net sales of US$14.1 billion-US$14.4 billion, below estimates of US$14.6 billion as the Chinese property market crisis continues to weaken demand for new equipment, Reuters is among outlets to...

Architect Conceives Elevator Blending Tradition and Technology

Chinese architect Han Mo has conceived a “private access via public elevator”  system connecting upper-level apartments with ground-floor courtyards to provide urban dwellers with exclusive access to their courtyards, the Global...

Fuji Elevator Co. Welcomes Ghana Delegation for Tour

China-based FUJI Elevator Co. recently welcomed a delegation from Ghana, marking an important milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to expand its global reach. The visiting group explored FUJI Elevator's advanced...

Upgrades at China Rail Station Include Escalators

A recent upgrade, including a new walkway and escalators, at Zhengjia Yuanzi Station of Chongqing Rail Transit (CRT) Line 3 in Chongqing, China, has greatly improved commuting for local residents,...

Taoping Signs Non-Binding Letter of Intent to Acquire Chinese Smart Elevator Solutions Company

Taoping Inc. has signed a non-binding letter of intent to acquire 100% of Shenzhen Yunti Internet of Things, a Smart elevator solutions provider, Stock Titan is among outlets to report. Founded in...

Otis Electric 7000 Launched at CIIE in Shanghai

Otis Electric Elevator Co., a subsidiary of Otis Elevator Co., launched its new, connected Otis Electric 7000 elevator at the 2024 China International Import Expo (CIIE) on November 5-10 in...

NEW JERSEY TRANSIT BOD PLAN TO REPLACE ESCALATORS

New Jersey Transit BoD Plan to Replace Escalators

WEEF HOLDS SECOND IN-PERSON MEETING IN FRANKFURT

WEEF Holds Second In-Person Meeting in Frankfurt

The Torch at 640 Eighth Avenue takes its place on the Midtown Manhattan skyline; rendering courtesy of ODA and SLCE Architects

TEI Group Awarded Major 30-Unit Contract at The Torch

TKE CONSIDERING US$22.7-BILLION IPO IN U.S. IN 2026

TKE Considering US$22.7-Billion IPO in U.S. in 2026

Hiyaa Towers; image courtesy of Architecture Association Maldives

Progress Made on Elevator Installation in Maldive Towers