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DP World raises $1.5bn green Sukuk to support sustainability ambitions

DP World has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable operations by raising $1.5bn through a green Sukuk (Islamic bond or ‘Sharia-compliant’) bond to support its global decarbonisation efforts. The Sukuk, which was oversubscribed 2.3x due to strong demand from local, regional and international investors, is listed on both Nasdaq Dubai and the London Stock Exchange.

US manufacturing and supply chain trade show expands for 2025

MHI, the international trade association that represents the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry, has announced the dates for ProMat 2025, the international manufacturing and supply chain show and conference held in the US.

Durham Lifting agrees partnership deal with Mercia Lifting Gear

UK lifting solutions provider Durham Lifting has announced a new strategic global partnership with UK lifting services provider Mercia Lifting Gear.

Axel Johnson International’s Lifting Solutions Group appoints new managing director

Axel Johnson International – the parent company of several lifting businesses including Certex, all under the Lifting Solutions Group umbrella – has announced changes to its management team.

OTH Pioneer Rigging makes strides towards 2030 target

OTH Pioneer Rigging is making strides towards its 2030 target for the installation of remote-controlled LudwigHooks having already passed one milestone.

Kito Crosby CEO interview: How we combined two businesses

Kito Crosby’s CEO provides insight into the deal that brought two lifting brands together.

UK lifting business names new manager for Heathrow depot

UK lifting products and services business Rope and Sling Specialists (RSS) has named Sophie Coleman manager of its Heathrow depot.

Overhead cranes and Italy’s northern powerhouse

Northern Italy has produced some of the world’s finest engineering and continues to do so. Julian Champkin reports.

Metal industry report: Overhead cranes in the Middle East, Europe and the US

Julian Champkin reports on sites in the Middle East, the US and Europe where cranes are being employed by the metal industry.

Liftex in Liverpool

If your role requires you to operate lifting equipment in any sector you can’t afford to miss the LiftEx show. Here, we highlight the latest news from several exhibitors.