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A leading plant hirer has hailed the "brilliant battery life" of its two new JCB electric Loadall telescopic handlers which are delivering eight hours continuous operation on a single charge.
Published: 17/01/2022
From the 1st January 2023, the new UKCA marking rules, replacing the current CE mark, will come into force.
The Government announces plans to introduce legislation to mandate the inclusion of anti-terrorism measures at all UK venues with a capacity of more than 100.
Since its launch in July 2021, Scotland's public bodies and private sector construction businesses have welcomed the benefits delivered from the Construction Pipeline Forecast Tool.
An independent Land Rover specialist has bought one of the first of JCB's brand new 3.5 tonne mini excavators.
Glendun Plant, one of Northern Ireland's leading construction machinery dealers are celebrating with Trime UK with over one hundred and fifty Trime manufactured products sold throughout 2021.
A construction company and its groundworks contractor have been fined after unsafe excavation work left a worker with serious burns to his hand and arm.
The new year means the Hire Awards of Excellence 2022 is fast approaching, with the deadline for entries on Friday 21st January 2022.
HAE EHA Direct, the online portal for purchasing safety guidance leaflets, labels, signage and other merchandise has had a price review.
JCB has scooped top honours in the final of the prestigious 2021 National Apprenticeship Awards.
The teams at Genquip Groundhog are very excited about the return of the Executive Hire Show in 2022.
The AFI group of companies has acquired the trade and rental fleet of MBS Access Ltd, the largest independently owned supplier of track mounted spiderlifts.
A self-employed builder has been fined after a contractor suffered serious injuries when a single-story roof collapsed at a construction site in Cobham, Surrey.
HAE EHA members can take advantage of a new promotion from Dell Technologies. 'New Year, New Tech' runs throughout January 2022 and offers extra discounts on a range of products.
It’s that time of year again. Yes, it’s the silly season when the Safety Elf comes round in a scrooge-like effort to dampen down everyone’s festive spirits!
JCB today delivered some festive cheer to thousands of UK employees - a £750 Christmas bonus.
Alide Hire Services is celebrating its 40th year of trading in 2021 and, alongside this milestone achievement, picked up two prestigious local business awards.
If you live in or around Milton Keynes, you will have noticed the Niftylift Christmas tree, which has been on display outside its Shenley Wood world headquarters since the beginning of December.
As the year draws to a close we are pleased to announce one last exclusive member offer from Dell Technologies, finishing on Monday 20th December 2021.
The Hire Awards of Excellence is returning to Grosvenor House, London on Saturday 7th May 2022. The deadline for entries is Friday 21st January which means there are just six weeks left to enter.
SRL has been bought by 3i Infrastructure plc, in a move that will support the next phase of growth for the firm.
A new CITB report has revealed the number of migrant workers in the UK construction industry fell by 8.3% in 2020.
On Tuesday 30th November 2021 the Digger and Dumper Safety Working Group met at JCB’s Quarry in Ramshorn, near Stoke-on-Trent, to film the first of the new safety videos.
Digger giant JCB has taken delivery of the latest Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car - just as it develops its own hydrogen engine technology.
Several members are contacting HAE for advice about the changes around Red Diesel from April 2022. We are currently relying on the latest HMRC draft guidance.
HAE has signed up as a partner to the Construction Leadership Council's CO2nstructZero campaign which aims to bring together key people across construction and all related industries.
Trime have had their X-SOLAR/HYBRID lighting set honoured by the prestigious environmental campaigners, the Green Organisation. The X-SOLAR/HYBRID was granted the top gold award for its environmental qualities.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has become the first authority in the UK to take delivery of one of JCB's revolutionary PotholePro machines.
The government’s Kickstart Scheme, announced in September 2020, is a UK-wide initiative to support unemployed young people aged 16-24 by providing funding to employers to create 6-month job placements.
According to the new Agricultural and Construction Equipment Unit (ACE), there has been a recorded increase in the theft of GPS guidance systems from construction plant.
Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th February 2022 at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry
Hire Association Europe (HAE) heads to Executive Hire Show with a range of services to support, protect and rebuild the hire industry.
Published: 11/01/2022
The Hire Awards of Excellence will be held on Saturday 7th May at Grosvenor House, London.
We are now accepting entries for the 2022 Hire Awards of Excellence. Click for details.
Regular updates helping members stay informed about coronavirus, it's impact on events and construction, and links to information and resources
Hire Association Europe (HAE) was formed in 1974 and often referred to as The Association by its members. HAE is a Birmingham-based industry-leading trade body representing plant, tool and equipment hire with a membership base of 800 members based in the UK, Europe and across other parts of the world.
HAE assists businesses, from sole traders to larger independent and privately owned organisations, by providing operational resources to support the hire industry. Membership provides access to products and services covering all aspects of hire, including terms & conditions, safety checks, publicity, equipment, responsibilities and general day-to-day requirements. Accompanying services include legal advice, training, publicity, safety checks, leaflets, lobbying and finance advice; necessary documentation and information that will hold organisations in better stead for the long term. In addition, safeguarding can also be made easier for members, who have access to HAE’s essential range of health & safety, economical and credit control services.
All members are invited to become part of a board with the choice of Tools, Plant & Equipment Board, Event Equipment Board or the Supply Chain Industry Board. Alternatively, members are able to take part in a technical panel to review and develop new practices which impact the industry and subsequently, their own business.
To find out more about HAE products and services click here or call 44 (0)121 380 4600.
Our members provide the highest quality and reliable services in the industry. If you hire from a HAE member you can be assured you are hiring from a business who:-
If you wish to verify that you are hiring from a HAE member use the Find A Member search tool. Alternatively if you have any questions or concerns contact us.
Hire Association Europe
Head Office:
2450 Regents Court
The Crescent
Birmingham Business Park
Solihull
B37 7YE
Company Registration Number 1183652
VAT Registration Number 247709928
Office Hours
Mon - Thurs 0830 - 1730
Fri 0830 - 1600
Membership Application Form
Please complete the membership application form by downloading the PDF (follow the link button below) and complete using one of the following options:
The form must be downloaded first, completed electronically and then use the SUBMIT button on the form.
The form must be downloaded first, print and complete before emailing to membership@hae.org.uk.
All applications are subject to a 2-week cooling off period. During this time the Membership Development team will be in contact to create your full profile and put together your Members Pack.
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Membership rates are calculated based on your company's annual hire turnover, if you require a quote or you have any further queries please contact the Membership Team:
Phone: 44 (0) 121 380 4600
Email: membership@hae.org.uk