International News
London Underground Lift Closure Rate Growing
The number of lift closures across the London Underground has soared by nearly 90% in a year, the Liberal Democrats have said, according to The Standard. The total time that...
Tickets for CECA’s Golf Event Available Now
Early registration has begun for the Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA) golf event on June 10, which is part of its 51st Convention in Niagara Falls. Early registration offers discounted...
Schmersal Group Establishes South Korea Subsidiary
The Schmersal Group has founded a new subsidiary in the Noon Square building in Seoul: Schmersal Korea Ltd. The managing director of the new subsidiary is Uwe Seeger, director, Asia-Pacific...
Try 73 Million Fines From PGD to Elevator Companies
The Ministry of Industry and Technology announced the results of Market Surveillance and Inspection (PGD) for 2024. According to the results announced in the report, 37,392 products were inspected in...
Mayr Power Transmission Opens Plant in India
Newest milestone in Mayr power transmission's 125-year history. submitted by Mayr power transmission Since the 1990s, the well-established family business Mayr power transmission has been serving the Indian market via...
Hyundai Elevator Launches Robot Delivery at South Korea HQ
Hyundai Elevator launched a "groundbreaking" robot delivery service for employees at its headquarters (HQ) in Chungju, South Korea, Business Korea reports. Marking a major step forward in automation and smart...
U.K.’s Green Elevators Moves to Larger Space
Cardiff, U.K.-based Green Elevators Services Ltd. has relocated to a larger office to accommodate its rapid growth following a series of successful contract wins supported by Business Wales. By leveraging...
Elevator Incident in Munich Leaves Woman Injured
An incident recently occurred in Munich, Germany, where an 82-year-old woman sustained serious injuries after becoming trapped in an elevator, The Munich Eye reports. Reports indicate that the woman fell while attempting...
Cheap Parts, Lack of Maintenance Lead to India Lift Accidents
Small builders and manufacturers installing cheap, low-grade lifts and parts, along with a lack of maintenance and critical safety equipment, are leading to often fatal lift accidents in Hyderabad, India, Telangana...
13th Annual Photo Contest Open, Now Accepting Videos
Submissions are open for ELEVATOR WORLD’s 2025 Photo Contest until May 30. This year’s contest offers video submissions, which can be submitted for any category. Video links can be shared from any...
