Articles by Jenny Lescohier

Friday Roundup: Australian electrification | Kennards honor | CEO shifts
Published on: 26 September, 2024
The week that was Sept. 19-25, 2024 included partnerships, personnel changes and honors
Interview: CPA President Brian Jones has his eyes on the future
Published on: 23 September, 2024
Profitability, decarbonization, young workers entering the workforce and more are top of mind for this industry veteran
Friday Roundup: Texas branches | Australian expansion | Forces in France
Published on: 20 September, 2024
The week of Sept. 12-18, 2024, included branch openings alongside reports on the effects of tariffs and the Olympics
Manitou Group inaugurates US plant expansion in preparation for North American market growth
Published on: 16 September, 2024
The company’s $20-million investment allows for a new range of telehandlers in Yankton, South Dakota, US
Friday Roundup: Irish merger | Zeppelin milestone | Stephenson expansion
Published on: 13 September, 2024
The week of Sept. 5-11, 2024 included achievements and milestones for the world’s rental companies
Interview: EasyHire exec talks about bringing tool hire to more people
Published on: 10 September, 2024
Joint venture with Wilko takes digitization to new level for UK-based firm
Friday Roundup: Renta acquisition | Ashtead growth | European Rental Week theme
Published on: 06 September, 2024
The week of Aug. 29-Sept. 4, 2024 included news of growth and a focus on the future
Friday Roundup: United expands in Australia | New Cat loaders | Altrad oil and gas
Published on: 30 August, 2024
Rental companies all over the world expanded their horizons during the week that was Aug. 22-28, 2024
EQUIPR Software opens satellite office in Europe
Published on: 28 August, 2024
Australian provider of operations software for mobile crane hire and plant hire aims to better serve its client base in the UK and EU
Interview: Former Home Depot exec on his new role with BigRentz
Published on: 28 August, 2024
Matt Schweickert recently joined the board of directors at BigRentz, hoping to help the construction and rental industries continue to evolve and take advantage of greater efficiencies through digital tools 
Friday Roundup: ARA forecast | Aggreko in the Americas | Pearson retires
Published on: 22 August, 2024
North American rental is expected to see less growth this year, while Aggreko aims higher in the region, in the week that was Aug. 15-21, 2024
10 ‘food for thought’ quotes on equipment rental in 2024
Published on: 15 August, 2024
As we round the corner into the second half of the year, we take a look back at statements made by leaders in the equipment rental industry since the start of 2024
Friday Roundup: Caterpillar sales | Construction markets | Storent’s fleet investment
Published on: 07 August, 2024
For the week that was Aug. 1-7, 2024, equipment rental responded to reports about the state of construction markets across the globe
BigRentz names former Home Depot exec to board of directors
Published on: 05 August, 2024
Schweickert’s career spans over two decades in roles said to focus on scaling global organizations and driving profitability
Friday Roundup: United updates forecast | GAM gains in LATAM | Access leaders’ results
Published on: 31 July, 2024
The week spanning July 25-31, 2024 included financial results for United, GAM, JLG and Terex, plus news of WillScot’s merging of brands 
ERA Carbon Reporting Guidance: Simplifying compliance for rental companies
Published on: 30 July, 2024
The European Rental Association is also launching a rental equipment benchmark database, providing a resource for accurate emission estimation of equipment
IRN100 ranking reveals top 10 US-based rental companies
Published on: 29 July, 2024
American rental firms made up the biggest majority of the annual list, accounting for more than half of the total revenues of US$81.6 billion
Friday Roundup: Herc’s biggest buy | United in Scotland | Sinoboom ‘Europe for Europe’
Published on: 25 July, 2024
Herc Rentals made big news during the week that was July 18-24, 2024 as the company reported breaking revenue records and making its biggest acquisition to date
Herc’s acquisition of Otay Mesa Sales its largest buy ever
Published on: 24 July, 2024
Four-branch independent brings Herc’s additions to 25 so far in 2024 
5 takeaways from Herc’s first-half ‘24 report
Published on: 24 July, 2024
The Q&A session in Herc Holdings’ recent earnings call provides a deep dive into local market slowdown, mega projects and growth strategies
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