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!
Join us in the Jaguar Lounge on Wednesday 5th February where HAE will host a Careers and Skills Workshop. We will cover our ongoing work to address the skills gap and the work being done with schools, colleges and the Department Work & Pensions (DWP). Hire businesses should attend for tips and information and to share ideas and experiences with hire employers.
Published: 20/01/2020
Software veteran and former Point of Rental Software representative Caleb Yell has been named the new CEO of Rental Hosting. Former CEO Andre Farci left the post to focus on his passion of website building, becoming Rental Hosting's Director of Technology.
Nixon Hire the nationwide supplier of plant, tools, site accommodation and welfare units are increasing their fleet of lighting towers with the addition of twenty-five X-HYBRID SOLAR and two hundred X-ECO LED sets, supplied by MHM Plant.
MCS Rental Software announces a 100% growth in revenue compared to its previous year, with significant sales in its new regions including Germany and Eastern Europe, seeing some big names in the rental market take on the hire software solution.
Following the General Election in December, some ministerial changes were announced but a more significant and far-reaching reshuffle of ministers is now expected during February. There is speculation that this may include changes to some government departments with others being abolished, merged or re-focused. However, we do know that the Brexit department will be abolished on 31st January 2020, when the UK formally leaves the EU.
With demands for energy increasing and a flourishing construction market in Northern and Southern Ireland, Pramac-Generac UK is growing its customer support into the territory with the appointment of a dedicated sales manager, Gavin Myers.
Construction company, Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd. was sentenced for safety breaches after worker, Mark Smith, fell 4.8 metres through an unprotected opening.
Niftylift celebrated winning its two Queens Awards, during a ceremony at its Milton Keynes headquarters
UK powered access rental company, Star Platforms, provided three Niftylift Height Rider HR17N articulated boom lifts and a Niftylift HR12N articulated boom lift to the shopping centre in Dudley to put up their Christmas decorations.
GAP Group's investment in 6 tonne and 9 tonne swivel Dual View dumpers is rapidly increasing to meet on-going high utilisation levels from a wide range of industrial sectors.
Lights, camera, action! Morris Site Machinery turned to film making and enlisted a festive favourite to launch two new SMC Genpac generators.
An engineering company has been fined after two workers were seriously injured after being thrown from the chuck of a large vertical boring machine.
The General Election resulted in a considerable 80 seat parliamentary majority for the Conservative Party. There will be a Queen’s Speech on 19th December setting out the legislative agenda for the government, and this is likely to be dominated by measures to enact the UK's exit from the European Union (EU) by 31st January 2020.
Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the team at HAE EHA. We look forward to 2020 and working together with you, and all our members, to make it a successful year.
AFI group of companies, one of the UK's leading powered access specialists, has invested significantly to replace their powered access fleet towards more specialist hybrid or electric equipment to keep up with market demand and comply with increasingly strict emissions regulations.
UK powered access rental company Star Platforms has donated a 4.5m Nano access platform to the charity to support their warehouse operation.
Jaama - the company behind the multi award-winning Key2 operating system - has expanded into new offices as the business continues to reinvest to ensure it remains at the cutting-edge of vehicle and asset management.
GAP Hire Solutions, the UK's largest independent rental company, is continuing to expand with a new addition to its increasing portfolio of specialist divisions that operate nationwide.
A Northamptonshire painting and decorating employer has been sentenced after an employee sustained serious, life-changing injuries after falling from height.
An experienced Sales Executive with an engineering background has joined leading manufacturer and distributor Morris Site Machinery.
Balloo Hire Centres has successfully passed their recent IPAF Rental+ audit for powered access and has been rewarded with the highest quality mark possible, the IPAF Rental+ 'Gold Standard'.
The Steering Group for the Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) Programme is looking for two new representatives.
UK powered access rental company, Star Platforms, has continued to invest in vehicles meeting the latest Euro emission standards with the addition of its first 44 tonne articulated truck serving customers in London, Essex and Kent.
Plant owners across the country are struggling to cope with machine breakdowns caused by fuel problems.
New data released by the Home Office shows 2,808 people were identified as potential victims of modern slavery and were referred into the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) between 1 July and 30 September 2019 (Quarter 3).
Dundalk based rental Company Dromad Hire has been named 'Irish Plant Hire Company of the Year' at the recent annual Construction, Quarry & Recycling Awards 2019.
Ahead of A-Plant's annual Safety Week, the UK's leading tool and equipment hire specialist has commissioned a film that will raise the importance of challenging unsafe practice in the workplace.
A family building firm has been fined £225,000 after a 32 year old worker was crushed to death when his dumper truck overturned.
Point of Rental users are an EPIC group - they're empowering, principled, innovative and caring. And at the company's International Conference on Wednesday 13th November, five companies were honored for their contributions to their communities and the industry throughout 2018-19.
Leading manufacturer and distributor Morris Site Machinery has taken on two engineering apprentices as it looks to invest in and develop young talent.
Free Half-Day Safer Recruitment Workshop
Taking place at 12pm on Tuesday 21st January 2020, at the HAE EHA Offices, Solihull, B37 7YE. The session focusses on employing ex-offenders, with skills and advice, and includes a networking lunch.
Published: 09/01/2020
The Hire Awards of Excellence will take place at Grosevnor House, Park Lane, London on Saturday 4th April 2020.
The next HAE EHA Golf Day is taking place at Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club, Kingsclere, Hampshire on Wednesday 10th June 2020.
Hire Industry Trusted Suppliers (HITS), designed by HAE and Event Hire Association (EHA), launched on April 1st 2018 with the long-term goal for all supply chain members passing the online assessment and due diligence process needed to achieve ‘Trusted Supplier’ status.
We have 20 modules available covering safety and protection for staff and customers. If you would like a demonstration or further details on how your organisation can use Virtual Reality please contact Paul Gaze on 07718 801327 or email paul.gaze@hae.org.uk
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