We are the industry-leading trade association for the event hire industry. We serve over 800 members across the world, providing insurance services, legal advice, training, publicity, safety checks, leaflets, lobbying and much more!
The AFI group of companies has announced that customers can now live track all MEWP delivery and collection vehicles.
Published: 22/06/2021
A construction company has been fined after a worker's hand was severed by an inadequately guarded mitre saw on a construction site in Bolney, Sussex.
The top of the range Ford Rangers have been supplied by local dealer Byrne & Maguire.
JCB employees are embarking on a major fundraising drive for children's charity the NSPCC with the launch of a £70,000 appeal.
The ERA has released a further update to its 2020 Market Report, covering the period 2019 to 2022 and with new year on year estimates for rental activity, construction and GDP.
With the announcement that the moratorium on commercial rents was to be extended until 25th March 2022, Matthew Fell, CBI Chief UK Policy Director, issued a statement.
The Rehire division of the MHM Group is excited to be launching their new full colour Equipment Hire and Support Services catalogue which is now available to all UK and Ireland hire organisations.
Grundon Waste Management Limited (Grundon), has been fined after a traffic marshal was struck and killed by one of its vehicles on a construction site.
The safety benefits of JCB's smallest site dumper have been honoured with a national award from the rental sector.
Construction has bounced back quicker than expected from the Covid-19 pandemic and the industry will reach 2019 levels of output in 2022.
Leica Geosystems has announced that GAP Group will become one of the company's authorised distribution partners.
Murphy Plant is continuing to make further major investments in sustainable lighting towers supplied by Trime UK Limited.
HAE EHA has spoken with Treasury officials about the lack of financial incentives to support businesses adopting new fuel technologies.
Niftylift are pleased to announce that on the 1st of May 2021 they welcomed Aleksej Borisov to their sales team in Germany.
GAP Group, the UK's largest independent equipment hire company, has launched the industry's first mental health and wellbeing platform.
Harlands Builders Limited has been fined for safety breaches after a ground worker was trapped having entered a two-metre-deep excavation.
CITB has published its proposals for the construction industry in advance of the formal start to the consensus exercise.
Cement producer Hanson is warning that not only is it unable to meet the growing demand in the market for cement, but it is now facing the threat of a shortage of packaging materials.
The UK plant hire market declined significantly in 2020 due to the overall fall in construction levels in the majority of end use sectors throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.
Travis Perkins plc today announces the disposal of its Plumbing & Heating distribution business for cash consideration of £325 million. The transaction is expected to be completed within the next three months.
This week Niftylift is celebrating winning Hire Industry Supplier of the Year for the third year running, at the Hire Awards of Excellence 2021.
With uncertainty surrounding product availability and pricing, The Hire Supply Company (HSC) has taken steps to tackle the current disruption in the world wide supply chain.
Magnor Plant, the Warwickshire based in-house plant business of Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has bolstered its hire fleet with the initial purchase of fifteen hybrid tower lights, supplied by the UK's leading site lighting experts, Trime UK Limited.
A builder has been imprisoned for 24 weeks after he failed to report a serious incident at a construction site of which he was in charge.
The Global Rental Alliance met on 29th April to discuss future priorities and the expansion of the membership to make it more representative of the global equipment rental industry.
A construction company has been fined after workers were exposed to asbestos whilst refurbishing a flat in St John's Wood, Westminster.
A construction company has been fined after putting employees at significant risk of a fall from height while working on a roof.
JCB has lifted a top award honouring the environmental benefits of its new all-electric telescopic forklift.
HAE EHA has published a revised version of its Guidance on Electrical Safety Testing in the Hire Industry.
Top Service Ltd, the only credit reference agency for the construction industry, is celebrating it’s 30 year anniversary in 2021. To acknowledge the 30-year milestone they are offering a 30-day free trial period, for association members only.
The Hire Awards of Excellence was held as a live virtual event on Thursday 20th May at 4:30pm. Click to find out more and view the winners.
Published: 27/05/2021
Hosted online on Wednesday 30th June at 12.00pm
Tuesday 27th July 2021 at the Copthorne Tara Hotel, London Kensington
Date: Wednesday 28th July 2021 at 2pm The Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association Annual General Meeting will take place online. More details and joining instructions will follow soon.
The next HAE EHA Golf Day is taking place at Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club, Kingsclere, Hampshire on Wednesday 1st September 2021.
Wednesday 29th - Thursday 30th September at the Postillion Hotel, Amsterdam
Wednesday 29th September, 6:30pm - 10:30pm at the Postillion Hotel, Amsterdam
Wednesday 6th October 2021 at Holywell Park Conference Centre, Loughborough, Leicestershire
Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st October 2021 at Newbury Showground, Berkshire.
Date: Tuesday 30th November 2021 at 10.00am The Inspiring Change Conference 2021 will bring together a range of inspirational speakers from diverse backgrounds, including politicians, industry stakeholders, and representatives from a wide range of sectors.
Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th February 2022 at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry HAE will be in attendance showcasing its wide range of products and services specifically for the hire industry.
Tuesday 14th to Thursday 16th February 2022 at the East of England Arena and Events Centre, Peterborough
We are now accepting entries for the 2021 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
HAE EHA is in partnership with SafeGroup, the experts in emergency or planned specialist cleaning for infection control and decontamination.
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.
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