Modernization of Elevators in Bursa/Buttim Plaza

By Elevator World | July 13, 2026

The modernization project of the four 1.000kg, 2.5m/s machine room elevators previously installed by Otis in Bursa/BUTTİM Plaza has been an exemplary engineering project in terms of adapting new technologies and ride comfort to the building’s requirements.

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ELEVEX 2026

By Elevator World | July 13, 2026

ELEVEX – the Konya Elevator and Technology Fair, which has become one of the most important international gatherings in the elevator and vertical-transportation (VT) technology sector, was successfully held in Konya from May 6–9, 2026.

The Göktürk Project from Liftpoint

By Elevator World | July 7, 2026

One of the most concrete examples demonstrating Liftpoint’s engineering and supply capabilities is the recently completed Göktürk Project.

Löher Attracts Great Interest at the Fair

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 13, 2026

One of the standout exhibitors at ELEVEX 2026 was Löher, one of Türkiye’s few companies engaged in escalator production and a key player in the sector.

Hello valued readers…

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 7, 2026

We’re back with another issue packed with content, featuring trade shows held both domestically and internationally, new products and projects, events organized by industry NGOs, and articles and technical papers addressing key topics.

WEE Expo 2026, Guangzhou

By Peng Jie | July 13, 2026

This year, the WEE Expo—held for the 17th time—celebrated its 30th anniversary since the fair’s inception. Last held in Guangzhou in 2014, during the Year of the Horse, the fair returned to the city in another Year of the Horse, exactly 12 years into the Chinese zodiac cycle.

AYSAD Held a Two-Session Panel at Makina Hangar

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 13, 2026

The Association of Elevator and Escalator Manufacturers (AYSAD) held a panel on May 15, 2026, at the training and management center in Makina Hangar.

TASFED Held a Meeting in Bursa on Product Safety and PGD Regulations

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 13, 2026

What Should Be the Ratio Between the Motor-Machine Lifting Capacity

By Serdar Tavaslıoğlu | July 13, 2026

Answers to frequently asked questions

The Elevator Industry and Financing in a Time of Uncertainty

By Kadriye Gündoğdu | July 13, 2026

At a time when geopolitical uncertainties are reshaping costs and demand, competition in the elevator industry is now determined not only by sales but also by how quickly orders are converted into cash.

DAILY NEWS

Schindler X8 Wins Red Dot and iF DESIGN Awards

July 16, 2026

Hyundai Elevator Executives Buy KRW1 Billion in Treasury Shares

July 14, 2026

Fermator To Boost Growth in Algeria With Strategic Alliance

July 6, 2026

U.S. Trade Sanctions Lifted From Türkiye's Ida Asansör

June 25, 2026

NAEC Convention Early-Bird Pricing Ends June 30

June 23, 2026

Latest Instrumentation for Elevator Diagnostics

By David Herres | February 1, 2022

Electrical faults often require the use of instrumentation and other resources.

New and Emerging Technology Product Spotlight & Resources

By Elevator World | July 1, 2021

When the pandemic tightened its deadly grip on the world, the vertical-transportation (VT) industry sprang into action.

Contents

Readers' Platform

My Impressions of the China Elevator Expo...

By Cem Kapukaya | July 13, 2026

In this post, I’d like to share my observations of the WEE Expo 2026 in Guangzhou, China, an event I visited in person, as well as discuss the impact of China's elevator sector, a topic we’ve all been talking about and commenting on, and one about which everyone has their own insights.

Product Spotlight

AH&MET Elevator’s standout launch at ELEVEX 2026: The AHZ Fix was installed in 23 minutes and 19 seconds

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 13, 2026

AH&MET Elevator chose ELEVEX 2026 for the global launch of its next-generation cabin solution, AHZ Fix.

Product Spotlight

Seismic and Vavgen Solutions from Decosan

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 7, 2026

Among the companies participating in ELEVEX 2026, Decosan Elevator stood out with its safety-and engineering-focused solutions. The company presented visitors not only with products but also with solution approaches to technical problems encountered in the field, particularly through its developed Seismic Zone and Vavgen systems.

Product Spotlight

Akra Elevator’s Next Generation Safety Technologies

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 13, 2026

Akra Elevator, one of the standout companies at the fair, presented its newly developed electromechanical safety gear system and next-generation safety controller infrastructure to industry professionals.

Product Spotlight

A First in Türkiye from Eker Makine

By Turhan Korkmaz | July 13, 2026

In the elevator industry, energy efficiency, quiet operation, high performance and low maintenance costs are becoming increasingly important every day.

Product Spotlight

Elliptical Elevator from Onaylift

By Elevator World | July 13, 2026

One of the products that attracted the attention of visitors at the Elevex 2026 Fair was the Elips Elevator.

FOCUS ON DIGITALIZATION

Technology

How to Stay Visible, Credible and Competitive in the Age of AI

By John Curzon | May 25, 2026

If you don’t answer the question, AI will.

Digitalization

Digital Transformation in Building Mobility

By Elevator World | July 13, 2026

The construction industry is undergoing one of the most significant transformation processes in its history.

Digitalization

Smart Elevator Systems of the Future with Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, and BIM Integration

By Volkan Murat | July 13, 2026

For many years, elevator technologies have focused on the development of mechanical and electromechanical systems.

Digitalization

Digital Transformation in Vertical Transportation: The Rise of Data-Driven Engineering

By Prof. Dr. Gürkan Öztürk | July 13, 2026

The elevator industry has a highly dynamic structure shaped by evolving needs, changing technologies, and constantly updated standards.

Digitalization

Digital Transformation and Next-Generation Vertical Transportation: Ziraat Bank Headquarters Project

By Elevator World | July 7, 2026

Headquarters project serves as a key benchmark that meets the needs of the modern business world through its scale and advanced technological infrastructure.

EVENTS

Asansör Istanbul

April 24, 2026

International Lift Expo Korea

March 16, 2026

MIPIM Middle East

March 13, 2026

LiftExpo Poland

March 13, 2026

Wisconsin Elevator Symposium

March 13, 2026

LATEST WEB EXCLUSIVES

A Passion for Elevators

February 21, 2026

El Ateneo Grand Splendid

January 30, 2026

Autograph in an Elevator

January 16, 2026

A Century of Service

December 19, 2025

VT With a View

November 26, 2025

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