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Broekman teams join forces to carry out towage operation

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Broekman teams from Project Logistics, Broekman Shipping Rotterdam and Broekman Eemshaven Services joined forces to carry out a well‑coordinated towage operation involving three barges along the Rotterdam–Eemshaven route.

The barges were equipped with cable‑lay materials used for the installation of electrical cables in the Wadden Sea. Each unit measured 60 × 16 × 3 metres, with an airdraft of up to 14.5 metres and a gross tonnage of 775 GT.

To ensure a safe and efficient transit, tugboats remained on standby while our teams closely monitored readiness and weather conditions. Once a suitable weather window was confirmed, the towage operation proceeded smoothly and according to plan.

This project is a strong example of how our marine services and project logistics capabilities are seamlessly integrated — enabling us to manage complex operations from preparation through to successful delivery.

Broekman teams from Project Logistics, Broekman Shipping Rotterdam and Broekman Eemshaven Services joined forces to carry out a well‑coordinated towage operation involving three barges along the Rotterdam–Eemshaven route.

The barges were equipped with cable‑lay materials used for the installation of electrical cables in the Wadden Sea. Each unit measured 60 × 16 × 3 metres, with an airdraft of up to 14.5 metres and a gross tonnage of 775 GT.

To ensure a safe and efficient transit, tugboats remained on standby while our teams closely monitored readiness and weather conditions. Once a suitable weather window was confirmed, the towage operation proceeded smoothly and according to plan.

This project is a strong example of how our marine services and project logistics capabilities are seamlessly integrated — enabling us to manage complex operations from preparation through to successful delivery.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Briggs acquired by pension capital investor IFM

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Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Briggs acquired by pension capital investor IFM

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Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Briggs acquired by pension capital investor IFM

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Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Briggs acquired by pension capital investor IFM

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Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Briggs acquired by pension capital investor IFM

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Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

Asset management and engineering services provider Briggs Group, a materials handling and specialist rental giant, has been acquired by pension capital firm, IFM Investors.

IFM has invested more than £5 billion into UK infrastructure over the past 20 years, with investments including stakes in Anglian Water, M6Toll and Manchester Airports Group. Their global portfolio comprises some of the world’s largest infrastructure assets, including ports and freight terminals outside the UK. They bring a patient, growth-orientated investment approach.

Briggs Group is one of the largest providers and service organisations for capital equipment across the UK and Ireland. The Group comprises a portfolio of materials handling businesses, most notably Briggs Equipment, alongside specialist rental, plant hire, powered access and specialist engineering services operations. Headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire, Briggs Group has experienced significant growth in recent years and reported turnover of approximately £450m for 2025.

Peter Jones, Group Managing Director for Briggs Group commented: “We are delighted to have exchanged on this transaction and to be commencing the next chapter of the Briggs Group as part of IFM Investors’ portfolio. Over recent years we have deliberately built a resilient and diversified platform, and this investment is a clear endorsement of both our strategy and the quality of our people”.

“IFM’s patient, growth orientated approach aligns closely with our ambitions for the Group. Their understanding of infrastructure businesses makes them an excellent partner as we look to accelerate our growth and invest further in our capabilities. Most importantly, this transaction creates exciting opportunities for our colleagues, reinforces our ability to support our customers and our OEM partners over the long term, and positions the Group strongly for continued success.”

Deepa Bharadwaj, Head of Infrastructure Europe at IFM Investors said: “We are pleased to partner with Briggs as it enters the next stage of its development. As a well-established business operating within the infrastructure value chain, we believe Briggs is well positioned for success, and we see opportunity to support management’s growth strategy”.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Tadano continues forestation activities

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Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Tadano continues forestation activities

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Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Tadano continues forestation activities

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Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Tadano continues forestation activities

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Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Tadano continues forestation activities

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Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

Tadano have been carrying out forestation activities since 2020 by designating a portion of the forest owned by Sanuki City where our Shido Plant is located as “Tadano Forest of Learning” and providing employees with opportunities to learn and interact with nature.

The seventh such event held this April featured also a health walking tour in addition to a regular forestation activity as 51 Tadano employees and their families, including organizing staff took part in the event.

In the first half of the program, we focused on forestation. As part of this, some participants prepared the planting area, carefully tending to the trees and the surrounding soil to ensure they would grow large, while the others worked on maintaining the walking paths, using scissors, sickles to trim branches and hoes to level the ground. Thanks to the large number of enthusiastic participants, we were able to complete the extensive maintenance work.

After the forest maintenance work, participants used a wildlife collection app to search for forest plants, animals, insects, etc. The app uses AI to identify species when photographed with a smartphone. The recorded information will be compiled and added to the digital “Tadano Forest Wildlife Collection”, which the event organizers began creating at the previous event. This time, information on spring species will be added to that of autumn collected during the last event, making the collection even more comprehensive.

In the second half of the program, the participants walked a 2.8-kilometer pilgrimage route from the Forest of Learning to the lunch location, enjoying pleasant conversations with family and colleagues amidst the gentle spring weather and falling cherry blossoms, the pleasant aroma of fresh greenery, and the comforting light.

For lunch, everyone enjoyed a meal of udon noodles, a local specialty. The pleasant fatigue after working and walking in the forest, combined with the enjoyable company of colleagues and family, created the perfect conditions for savoring the meal. Many participants expressed great satisfaction and a desire to participate again, suggesting that the interaction through the meal had a synergistic effect on both physical and mental health.

Tadano will continue to value the connection between its employees and nature, striving to balance environmental considerations with employee health promotion through enjoyable events. By continuing these efforts, we aim to raise the environmental and health awareness of each employee and promote the creation of a sustainable and comfortable work environment.

30 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Livo Logistics manages complex transportation

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Livo Logistics in the Czech Republic recently managed the complex multimodal transportation of two 127tn transformers.

The transformers were moved from Plzen via the river port of Lovosice to the sea port of Hamburg.

Petr Naceradsky at Livo Logistics comments; “Strong local relationships, great coordination as well as efficient communication were crucial for the successful execution.”

With tailor-made solutions, Livo Logistics are specialists in handling complex multimodal projects.

Livo Logistics in the Czech Republic recently managed the complex multimodal transportation of two 127tn transformers.

The transformers were moved from Plzen via the river port of Lovosice to the sea port of Hamburg.

Petr Naceradsky at Livo Logistics comments; “Strong local relationships, great coordination as well as efficient communication were crucial for the successful execution.”

With tailor-made solutions, Livo Logistics are specialists in handling complex multimodal projects.

29 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Livo Logistics manages complex transportation

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Livo Logistics in the Czech Republic recently managed the complex multimodal transportation of two 127tn transformers.

The transformers were moved from Plzen via the river port of Lovosice to the sea port of Hamburg.

Petr Naceradsky at Livo Logistics comments; “Strong local relationships, great coordination as well as efficient communication were crucial for the successful execution.”

With tailor-made solutions, Livo Logistics are specialists in handling complex multimodal projects.

Livo Logistics in the Czech Republic recently managed the complex multimodal transportation of two 127tn transformers.

The transformers were moved from Plzen via the river port of Lovosice to the sea port of Hamburg.

Petr Naceradsky at Livo Logistics comments; “Strong local relationships, great coordination as well as efficient communication were crucial for the successful execution.”

With tailor-made solutions, Livo Logistics are specialists in handling complex multimodal projects.

29 April 2026 | FreightHub

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Kalmar appoints Tamara de Gruyter as President of Services

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Kalmar Corporation has appointed Tamara de Gruyter as President of Services and as a member of the Kalmar Leadership Team, as of 1 September 2026.

She will report to the President & CEO Sami Niiranen. Tamara will join Kalmar from Wärtsilä where she most recently served as President of Wärtsilä Energy Storage and a member of the Wärtsilä Board of Management.

In her role, Tamara will be responsible for leading Kalmar’s global services operations and the transition and growth towards a service-driven company. She will oversee the entire lifecycle of the service portfolio to ensure uptime and a true value add to our global customer base.

“We are excited to welcome Tamara. She brings with her a long and successful career at Wärtsilä, complemented by broad global experience and a strong track record of transformational leadership in services and future solutions. Her expertise will be invaluable as she leads Kalmar’s global services operations. We look forward to the leadership and vision she will bring as we continue our growth journey towards a service-driven company”, says Sami Niiranen, President and CEO of Kalmar.

“I am excited to join Kalmar and contribute to its success. I look forward to working with the experienced global teams to accelerate Kalmar’s services growth journey. By maintaining a strong customer focus, we will ensure we deliver the best possible value and solutions that drive customers’ success”, says Tamara de Gruyter.

As previously announced, Thomas Malmborg will step down from the role of President of Services and member of the Kalmar Leadership Team after more than 36 years of dedicated service. The handover and change in the Leadership team will take place September 1, 2026. Thomas Malmborg will remain with Kalmar until the year end to ensure a smooth transition.

“I want to express my sincere gratitude for all Thomas has done for Kalmar’s success. His commitment has truly laid a strong foundation for our future growth,” says Sami Niiranen.

Kalmar leadership team will, as of 1 October, 2026, consist of the following members: Sami Niiranen, President and CEO; Ulla Bono, SVP, General Counsel; Tamara de Gruyter, President Services as of 1 September; Carina Geber-Teir, SVP, IR, Marketing & Communications; Katri Hokkanen, Chief Financial Officer as of 1 October; Tommi Pettersson, SVP, Strategy, Sustainability & Technology; Hanna Reijonen, SVP, Human Resources; Alf-Gunnar Karlgren, President, Counter Balanced; Thor Brenden, President, Terminal Tractors; Arto Keskinen, President, Horizontal Transportation; Shushu Zhang, President, Bromma.

Kalmar Corporation has appointed Tamara de Gruyter as President of Services and as a member of the Kalmar Leadership Team, as of 1 September 2026.

She will report to the President & CEO Sami Niiranen. Tamara will join Kalmar from Wärtsilä where she most recently served as President of Wärtsilä Energy Storage and a member of the Wärtsilä Board of Management.

In her role, Tamara will be responsible for leading Kalmar’s global services operations and the transition and growth towards a service-driven company. She will oversee the entire lifecycle of the service portfolio to ensure uptime and a true value add to our global customer base.

“We are excited to welcome Tamara. She brings with her a long and successful career at Wärtsilä, complemented by broad global experience and a strong track record of transformational leadership in services and future solutions. Her expertise will be invaluable as she leads Kalmar’s global services operations. We look forward to the leadership and vision she will bring as we continue our growth journey towards a service-driven company”, says Sami Niiranen, President and CEO of Kalmar.

“I am excited to join Kalmar and contribute to its success. I look forward to working with the experienced global teams to accelerate Kalmar’s services growth journey. By maintaining a strong customer focus, we will ensure we deliver the best possible value and solutions that drive customers’ success”, says Tamara de Gruyter.

As previously announced, Thomas Malmborg will step down from the role of President of Services and member of the Kalmar Leadership Team after more than 36 years of dedicated service. The handover and change in the Leadership team will take place September 1, 2026. Thomas Malmborg will remain with Kalmar until the year end to ensure a smooth transition.

“I want to express my sincere gratitude for all Thomas has done for Kalmar’s success. His commitment has truly laid a strong foundation for our future growth,” says Sami Niiranen.

Kalmar leadership team will, as of 1 October, 2026, consist of the following members: Sami Niiranen, President and CEO; Ulla Bono, SVP, General Counsel; Tamara de Gruyter, President Services as of 1 September; Carina Geber-Teir, SVP, IR, Marketing & Communications; Katri Hokkanen, Chief Financial Officer as of 1 October; Tommi Pettersson, SVP, Strategy, Sustainability & Technology; Hanna Reijonen, SVP, Human Resources; Alf-Gunnar Karlgren, President, Counter Balanced; Thor Brenden, President, Terminal Tractors; Arto Keskinen, President, Horizontal Transportation; Shushu Zhang, President, Bromma.

29 April 2026 | FreightHub

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