Sustainable solutions to the fore at Executive Hire Show 2024

ORGANISERS of the recent Executive Hire Show have hailed the event a resounding success, with an ‘unprecedented’ number of deals done.

Held at the Coventry Building Society Arena, the exhibition brought together industry professionals from across the plant and tool hire sector. A record 2,056 hire professionals  attended the two-day show, which this year featured 150 exhibitors, including 31 debutants.

A highlight was the focus on battery power and electric solutions, which attracted attention from attendees keen on exploring sustainable options for updating their fleets.

In terms of product launches and showcases, Takeuchi UK introduced the TB20e, Atlas Copco showcased its latest battery with a microgrid control system, and Dragon Equipment introduced the CR450 Diesel Crusher. e-power International displayed its 100% Hydrogen generator, Mecalac brought the ‘groundbreaking’ REVOTRUCK, and JCB launched its all-new all-electric site dumper, the 3TE.

Elsewhere, Trime UK showcased Stage V-compliant generators, Gölz UK introduced the BattPak 5048, a weather-proof battery solution designed for the hire industry, and The Wirtgen Group presented the Vögele Mini 500 tracked paver, with plans to introduce the battery electric model to the UK market.

Chris Moore, publishing and event director of the Executive Hire Show, said, “This year’s Executive Hire Show was fantastic, with an unprecedented amount of deals done. The atmosphere was electric, and it was evident that our focus on innovation and sustainability resonated with both exhibitors and visitors. We’re already looking forward to the next show and continuing to support the hire industry’s growth.”

The Executive Hire Show 2025 has been announced for the 12th and 13th of February at the CBS Arena in Coventry.