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Apartments among projects fueling tall-building construction throughout the Big Apple, New York YIMBY reports.

Japanese Hotelier Has Eye on LIC Japanese hotel operator Toyoko Inn Co. has applied to build its first U.S. hotel at 24-09 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City (LIC). The...

Development Would Transform L.A. Arts District

Despite size concerns, developer SunCal of Irvine, California, is proposing a major mixed-use project that includes a pair of 58-story towers in the heart of Los Angeles' Arts District at...

Stiltz Lifts Moves to Larger Pennsylvania Facility

International residential elevator manufacturer Stiltz Lifts has expanded its U.S. operation in Pennsylvania, relocating from Allentown to Bethlehem. “Following rapid growth,” the company reported, Stiltz Lifts USA has more than...

Eklund’s, Lerch Bates add staff.

Lewis Leading Eklund’s Western Region Eklund’s, Inc. has named Ryan Lewis director of Business Development — Western Region, which encompasses California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Idaho, New Mexico, Colorado...

NIST Study Focuses on Disabled in Emergencies

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a study with findings based on the concerns, insights and opinions of people with mobility impairments. The institute believes that the...

LAX Mod Plans Include 2.25-Mi.-Long APM Line

A US$5-billion Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) modernization is scheduled to reduce congestion, redistribute traffic and improve access to what The Daily Breeze calls “the world’s seventh-busiest airport” and “the...

NYC Remains Vibrant

Major high-rise projects throughout the boroughs create a wealth of opportunity. Hudson Yards Centerpiece, Residential Tower Hudson Yards on Manhattan’s West Side was abuzz with activity in September, with the...

Renderings of San Francisco Project Released

Foster + Partners has released new renderings of Oceanwide Center, a pair of 605- and 850-ft.-tall towers planned in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood downtown, dezeen reported. Together, the...

A special event is held; updates on Hudson Yards and introductions to other major projects.

New Faces, Old Friends at NEII® Field Safety Committee Meeting A rare New York City (NYC) meeting of The National Elevator Industry, Inc. (NEII) Field Safety Committee was held recently,...

Acquisitions, hires and more from around the country

NEII Hires Executive Director, Moves Following election of its board of directors (ELEVATOR WORLD, August 2016), the National Elevator Industry, Inc. (NEII®) has hired a new executive director and is...

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In Memoriam: John Lee Kennedy

The renovation features new escalators and more; image courtesy of Robins & Morton.

Huntsville Airport Renovation Includes Vertical Transportation

ALIMAK’S 3Q RESULTS SHOW “RESILIENCE IN A CHALLENGING MARKET”

Alimak’s 3Q Results Show “Resilience in a Challenging Market”

ROBUST SERVICE AND MODERNIZATION BUOY KONE IN 3Q

Robust Service and Modernization Buoy KONE in 3Q

ALBERTA GOVERNMENT ISSUES VT CODE AND SAFETY NOTICES

Alberta Government Issues VT Code and Safety Notices