This year’s LiftEx 2025, the essential annual event for the lifting equipment industry, is the show for anyone who uses lifting and height safety equipment.

With its biggest and most exciting show yet, this year’s event brings together over 100 top-tier exhibitors, the highly anticipated End User Seminar, and the brand-new Thought Leadership Conference. Join over 1,500 industry experts for two unmissable days of innovation, insight and networking. If your role requires you to operate lifting equipment in any sector, this is the event for you.

With cutting-edge lifting solutions and technologies, the show floor explores various innovations that enhance safety and efficiency in construction, oil and gas, ports and maritime, offshore, manufacturing, automotive and utilities and entertainment.

With the new Thought Leadership Conference, event-goers can hear from industry experts, stay ahead of the latest developments in lifting operations, safety and technology, while taking away practical strategies. This year’s event offers the chance to connect with over 1,500 industry professionals over two days. Attendees can also join the End User Seminar for free, to strengthen their skills in equipment use, inspection and compliance.

LEEA 2025 AWARD CATEGORIES

  • Emerging Talent Award: This award celebrates individuals who show exceptional promise, initiative and potential for future success, serving as role models and inspirations to others.
  • Excellence in Leadership: This award celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to their organisation, embodying the values of leadership, dedication, collaboration and service.
  • Excellence in Lifting Operations: This award recognises individuals or teams that excel in conducting lifting operations safely, efficiently and in compliance with regulations and best practices.
  • Excellence in People Development: This award recognises organisations that prioritise the growth and development of their people, fostering a culture of learning, innovation and excellence.
  • Excellence in Product Innovation: This award celebrates products that demonstrate excellence and innovation in their respective fields.
  • Excellence in Safety: This award recognises organisations that prioritise the health and safety of their employees and demonstrate leadership, innovation and continuous improvement in safety management.
  • Excellence in Service Innovation: This category assesses the significance, effectiveness and impact of innovations in servicing, recognising those that demonstrate excellence and leadership in this area.
  • Sustainability Excellence Award: This award celebrates organisations and individuals that demonstrate leadership, innovation and excellence in advancing sustainability principles and practices.
  • Technical Excellence and Professionalism Award: This award celebrates individuals who not only excel in their technical abilities, but also demonstrate professionalism, leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement in their field.
  • Trainer of the Year – The Craig Morelli Award: This award recognises trainers from the LEEA Accredited Training Scheme who excel in their profession and make significant contributions to the development and success of others.