He says the event will showcase how the industry addresses global challenges such as climate change and resource depletion. 

Oct 14: Rental Solutions offer unparalleled flexibility

Moving on to the second pillar, rental solutions, he says the event will showcase the latest advancements in rental equipment and technologies. “We want to show our ability to meet evolving customer needs while enhancing effieciency and adhering to the circular economy principles.

Oct 14: “The industry is nothing without the dedication, innovation and efficiency of our professionals”

In his opening speech, Severin says the event this year will focus on three pillars: People, rental solutions and sustainability. Discussing people, he says the industry is “nothing without the dedication, innovation and efficiency of our professionals.”

He continues, “ERW celebrates these individuals by promoting skills development, diversity and employee well-being. The event highlights the crucial role of attracting and retaining talent for the sector success and sustainability.”

Oct 14: ERW webinar kicks off

The European Rental Week webinar has just kicked off. Arne Severin, vice president of the ERA and chairman of the managing board of Zeppelin Rental is just about to speak from the Zeppelin head office in Munich….

Oct 14: Vanguard highlights the importance of collaboration

Oct 14: BERA “fully supports” European Rental Week

The Belgian Equipment Rental Association is taking part in European Rental Week for the first time since it was founded in 2023. The association said its board members will explain their experiences and love for the rental industry in a daily video titles “Rental is fun.”

Oct 14: Registration for Working in Rental for a Sustainable Future Webinar still open

Oct 14: French association reveals further ERW details

Oct 14: If you’re just joining us, today marks the start of the second annual European Rental Week. Click here to find out everything you need to know about the event.

Oct 14: Plant Hire Week is also kicking off today in the UK. The event will also host a webinar on Wednesday under the theme of “Debunking hire insurance myths with JCB Insurance.”

On the 17th, a ministerial visit to a Blackwood Plant Hire depot in Nairn, Scotland, has been arranged.

Oct 14: From 14:00 today the Working in Rental for a Sustainable Future Webinar, part of European Rental Week, will begin with an opening speech from Arne Severin, CEO of Zeppelin Rental.

The webinar will focus on sustainability within the equipment rental sector and cover a range of topics, including digitilisation and attraction and retention of people in the industry.

A full list of speakers can be found here. You can register for the webinar here.

Oct 14: As was the case for 2023, this year will see promotional activity take place across Europe, including in France where rental association DLR will promote the ERA’s #RentalWeek2024 Social Media Challenge.

The ERA said the aim of the challenge is to encourage people to showcase what it is really like to work in the rental industry and highlight the rewarding aspects.

Click here to find out how to take part.

Oct 14: At the beginning of September the ERA confirmed the themes upon which ERW will focus on under the title of “Working in Rental for a Sustainable Future.” Click here to find out the key themes.

Oct 14: Hello, and welcome to IRN’s live news coverage of European Rental Week (ERW) 2024, where you will find the latest news and updates from the annual event.

This year marks the second edition of the event, organised by the European Rental Association (ERA) in collaboration with its National Association and Promotion Committees.

As we prepare for what will be a busy week, here are five things to expect from European Rental Week 2024.