We are the industry-leading trade association for the event hire industry. We serve over 900 members across the world, providing insurance services, legal advice, training, publicity, safety checks, leaflets, lobbying and much more!
This year, the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is on Thursday 3rd December.
Published: 26/11/2020
A vacancy has opened up on the CITB Levy Stategy Commitee for an independent member for England. The committee is taking expressions of interest until the 9th December 2020.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced, when England's national lockdown ends on the 2nd December, business events will be allowed to continue in areas with Tier 1 and Tier 2 restrictions.
In the run up to the festive period, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is working with local authorities to inspect businesses in the transport and logistics industry to ensure they are managing the risk of coronavirus.
Trime UK Limited, the leading UK supplier of sustainable LED lighting towers, has secured an order for over one thousand eco-centred tower lights from the UK rental giant, Sunbelt Rentals.
Enva Scotland Limited has been fined following an incident where a 28-year-old employee, Martin Kane, was fatally injured whilst cleaning a mobile shredder.
The Ten Point Plan sets out the approach the government will take to build back better, support green jobs, and accelerate a path to net zero.
A construction company has been fined after an employee was struck by the placing boom of a concrete pump, causing serious injuries.
Clow Group has a longstanding relationship with Chorley-based One Stop Hire, supplying all types of non-mechanical access equipment for both hire and sales.
The team at Alide Hire are excited to announce they are relocating and upgrading their Bristol depot.
The European Rental Association (ERA) has recently launched the Sustainable Supplier Framework to set the industry best practice guidelines and raise common practices for sustainability assessments across the industry.
The UK will celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s 70th anniversary as monarch with a long weekend of celebrations, Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has announced today.
There may be a pandemic sweeping the country with a mass of uncertainty in its wake, but that hasn't prevented the temporary trackway hire company, GT Trax, from making significant investments in their rental and transport fleets.
The UK's largest rental equipment company Sunbelt Rentals has boosted productivity of its plant delivery operations by as much as 30 percent following the introduction of new technology from Leeds-based BigChange.
Dundalk based service company PSR Ireland has recently launched a brand new user-friendly website.
Access solutions manufacturer the Clow Group is delighted to announce the promotion of Stuart Anderson to the position of Technical Director.
EHA member Allens Catering Hire Services has been featured in the latest blog of Love My Dress alongside a number of other great wedding suppliers thanks to Emma Jane Weddings and Phoebe Jane Photography.
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has been writing to companies to remind them of their legal responsibility to pay a data protection fee.
New statistics on company and individual insolvencies in England and Wales for September have been released and the overall number of insolvencies is reported to be low in September 2020 in comparison to the same month in 2019.
A consignment of 50 Sinoboom electric-powered scissor lifts was received at the Belfast depot of Balloo Hire Centres, representing the first delivery of Sinoboom units to a UK customer.
HS2 Ltd’s third annual ‘meet the contractor’ event takes place online between the 23rd and 26th November 2020.
Registration for this event closes at 23:50 today (Wednesday 4th November).
The National restrictions which come into force at 00:01am on Thursday 5th November apply to England, see guidance for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Morten Strand and ABAX completed the acquisition of RAM track-and-trace that will result in ABAX expanding their operations into Belgium.
Independent tool hire firm GoHire has taken over the Grimsby depot of Caspian Access and Plant Hire, marking the start of major plans to expand into the wider Humber region.
Niftylift opens a new North American Distribution, Service and Spare Parts Centre in South Carolina, USA.
Executive Hire Show Rescheduled to April 2021
The Executive Hire Show has long been the key event for the UK plant and tool hire sector. It has always been important to the organisers that the event can take place safely and to the advantage of exhibitors and visitors alike.
A huge '75' artwork visible from outer space was carved into a Staffordshire stubble field to mark JCB's impending 75th birthday.
In guidance issued by the Wales Government late on Friday, our sector is specifically mentioned under Retail as being permitted to operate during the 'Firebreak Lockdown' lasting until 9th November.
Advanced Access Platforms have placed another significant order with Niftylift Ltd for their electric-only and hybrid booms.
Leading access platform hire specialists Facelift, (part of the AFI group of companies) has announced an investment in 32 VTL-135-F Ford Transit van mounted platforms vans from Versalift UK.
Monday 23rd November to Friday 4th December 2020
Published: 18/11/2020
Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th April 2021 at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry HAE will be in attendance showcasing its wide range of products and services specifically for the hire industry.
The next HAE EHA Golf Day is taking place at Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club, Kingsclere, Hampshire on Wednesday 16th June 2021.
Wednesday 8th September 2021 at Holywell Park Conference Centre, Loughborough, Leicestershire
Tuesday 14th to Thursday 16th February 2022 at the East of England Arena and Events Centre, Peterborough
Regular updates helping members stay informed about coronavirus, it's impact on events and construction, and links to information and resources
Online application portal for CBILS loans and access to links for Bounce Back Loan Schemes (BBLS). Discover how we can help your hire business.
A key question being raised at this time is whether insurance coverage might respond to virus-linked losses. Click here for guidance from our experts at HAE EHA Insurance Services
The Hire Awards of Excellence will be streamed online as a virtual event, on Wednesday 16th September 2020 at 4pm. More details and joining instructions will follow soon.
Event Hire Association (EHA) is a Birmingham-based industry-leading trade body representing the event hire industry. Formed in 1974 and often referred to as The Association by its members, EHA represents hire companies and suppliers associated with events or working across the event sector.
Membership provides access to products and services covering all aspects of event hire, including terms & conditions, safety checks, publicity, training, leaflets, and insurance services. Accompanying services include legal and HR advice, lobbying, finance advice plus other necessary documentation and information that will hold organisations in better stead for the long term.
In addition, safeguarding is also made easier for members, who have access to EHA’s essential range of health & safety, accountancy and credit control services. Additional membership benefits include prime opportunities for business evolvement (through training and certification with courses and qualifications), relevant sector codes of practice, financial planning and insurance and the chance to keep updated with industry-appropriate news and happenings through exclusive events, multimedia and printing strategies.
EHA is growing its membership and wants to hear from anyone thinking of starting a business to private limited companies who have been trading for years. Membership is available to companies trading in the following: marquees, lighting, staging, power generators, portable toilets, furniture hire, catering equipment, refrigeration, event organisers and hospitality venues; and includes suppliers and manufacturers who supply the event industry.
To find out more about EHA 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 EHA member you can be assured you are hiring from a business who:
If you wish to verify that you are hiring from a EHA member use the Find A Member search tool. Alternatively if you have any questions or concerns contact us.
Event Hire Association
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@eha.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.
EHA Membership Form Direct Debit Mandate
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@eha.org.uk
