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!
HAE has received confirmation that the next CITB Levy Consensus exercise will take place in 2021, after it was postponed last year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Published: 04/03/2021
National Careers Week promotes guidance and career opportunities to young people across the UK and HAE EHA wants the hire sector to be involved.
The Small Business Leadership Programme supports senior leaders to enhance their business's resilience and recovery from the impact of COVID-19.
On the 26th February 2021 Top Service Ltd marked 30 years of trading in support of the construction industry.
Sunbelt Rentals UK's specialist rail business, has invested in an initial order of a fleet of X-CHAIN LED lighting towers from Trime UK Limited.
HAE EHA is delighted to announce a new partnership with Arden University to facilitate the degree element of the Careers in Hire programme.
HSC is pleased to announce that, as of the 1st March 2021, they became the Exclusive Distributor for all Master Climate Solution Products in the UK.
Representatives of the £14.7bn wedding industry have met with a group of over 30 cross-party MPs who have agreed to lobby both the Prime Minister and Chancellor of the Exchequer to discuss urgent support for the sector.
At the end of 2020, the Small Business Leadership Programme was created with the aim to support senior leaders in enhancing their business's resilience and recovery during and after the COVID-19 crisis.
In January, Bath-based company Alide Hire Services bade farewell to company director Gareth Hayward, or Graf as he's known to most, who has retired after 37 years.
The European Rental Association (ERA) has released an update to its 2020 Market Report, with new year on year estimates for rental activity, construction and GDP.
HAE EHA is delighted to announce a Flash Sale discount from Dell UK. The offer is available to all HAE EHA members and finishes on Thursday 25th February 2021.
HAE EHA is constantly on the lookout for opportunities to support members and assist with your business activity. We are delighted to announce a new partnership with SafeGroup, the experts in emergency or planned specialist cleaning for infection control and decontamination.
Phase 2a of the HS2: High Speed Rail Project Bill has been passed into law, meaning work can start to build a new railway line between the West Midlands and Crewe.
Fraser Tool Hire the Hamilton based tool and plant hire firm have been investing in MHM equipment for the past eight years. They now boast over ninety MHM power generation machines.
In order to offer customers a one-stop pumping solution, Obart Pumps has launched a complete range of pump accessories and fittings under the brand name of ‘FIT&FLOW’.
A construction company and a plastering firm have been fined after a worker sustained serious injuries by falling approximately three metres through a hole cut into a floor during the refurbishment of a property in Aldeburgh, Suffolk.
Young people, students and schools are under pressure to get back up to speed with education, work experience and training and in support of National Apprenticeship Week HAE EHA is asking the hire industry to consider giving a hand with early career opportunities through either a Kickstart or Apprenticeship scheme.
Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) has been supporting its members to navigate the changes caused by Brexit, reassuring the industry and providing guidance on the measures that need to be taken by businesses in hire and construction.
On Tuesday 9th February, HAE EHA held a focus group with members based in the Republic of Ireland. Whilst it was not possible to meet up in Dublin, due to lockdown restrictions, the HAE EHA team welcomed members remotely.
Martin Plant Hire, a leader in the tool and plant hire sector and an independent family-run Scottish tool hire business, has chosen to invest in its digital future by signing a large franchising and licencing agreement with easyHire.
The organisers of the annual Executive Hire Show have taken the difficult decision to postpone the 2021 event by 12 months.
A sole trader who operated a construction and demolition waste recycling business has been fined after a worker sustained serious crush injuries when he was struck from behind by a 13.5 tonne excavator.
Kubota Construction is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Pryce as its new dealer manager for Ireland and Scotland.
With the furlough scheme scheduled to finish at the end of April, some of Britain's most influential businesses and trade unions have asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, to extend it.
The HAE EHA team are sad to report that Managing Director, Paul Wood, of long-term members, Andrew Sykes Hire, has passed away.
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is running a series of virtual employer events which will explore, among other things, how they propose to assess companies for CITB Levy over the next three years.
Today is Time to Talk Day and as our lives are a little different this year, checking in on a colleague is more important than ever especially with many of us working from home and/or having the additional pressure of home-schooling.
The Hire Supply Company (UK) Limited are pleased to announce that they have been appointed the UK distributors for the range of Von Arx FR200 Floor Planers.
HAE EHA is working with the Combined Industries Theft Solutions forum (CITS) to help prevent and reduce the effects of crime in the hire industry.
The IPAF Summit and International Awards for Powered Access (IAPA) will go ahead as a purely digital event on Thursday 18th March 2021
Published: 04/03/2021
We are now accepting entries for the 2021 Hire Awards of Excellence. Click for details.
Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th May 2021 at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre
The next HAE EHA Golf Day is taking place at Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club, Kingsclere, Hampshire on Wednesday 1st September 2021.
Wednesday 6th October 2021 at Holywell Park Conference Centre, Loughborough, Leicestershire
Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st October 2021 at Newbury Showground, Berkshire.
Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th February 2021 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.
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
