Asia
Plan for World’s Tallest, Jeddah Tower, “Back in Full Motion”
The plan to build the world’s tallest building, Jeddah Tower (formerly known as Kingdom Tower) is “back in full motion,” following Jeddah Economic Co. (JEC) announcing 14 contractors that may...
Vietnam Media Company Increases Elevator Screen Inventory by 25%
Vietnam-based Chicilon Media sees elevator space as the main channel for promoting brands and products, and it has increased screen inventory by 25% in the past four months, the highest...
Foster + Partners Releases Images for 240-M China Tower
U.K.-based Foster + Partners has released images of its first project in the Chinese seaport and financial center of Qingdao, Building Design is among outlets to report. The mixed-use 1...
Second E2 Forum China To Explore Urban Renewal and Sustainable Development
E2 Forum China returns to Shanghai on September 20, exploring the themes of urban renewal and sustainable development. This year’s edition aims to establish a cross-industry collaboration and exchange platform,...
Trio Elevators Co-Owner Launches E-Motorcycle Business
A co-owner of Ahmedabad, India-based Trio Elevators has ventured into the electric vehicle market with an indigenous e-motorcycle that can travel a maximum of 180 km on a single charge,...
Workers Killed as a Result of India Elevator Fall
At least six workers were killed when the shaft of an elevator broke on the 16th floor of a 40-story building under construction in Balkum, Thane West, India, the Hindustan...
Fujitec Announces Construction of “Quality Lab” at Japan HQ
Fujitec Co., Ltd. President and CEO Masayoshi Harada has announced construction of a new 1,000-m2 quality analysis and evaluation center tentatively named the Quality Lab on the grounds of its...
In Memoriam: Raymond Nelson
Raymond Nelson, a longtime elevator man whose career spanned more than 60 years, passed away on September 1 in Perth, Australia. An employee of Otis Australia, Nelson was deputed to...
Nominations Being Accepted for Inaugural SLM Awards in India
Virgo Communications and Exhibitions is accepting nominations for India's inaugural Smart Lift & Mobility (SLM) Awards, planned on March 2, 2024, in Bangalore, India. The event is aimed at showcasing...
Otis Korea Concepts Recognized as 2023 Idea Finalists
Otis Elevator Korea Vice President and Managing Director IS Cho announced on August 31 that its Gen3TM Ambiance Series and Lifeguard Handrail were recognized as 2023 International Design Excellence Award...
