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News | September 2025

Complete takeover of Motum AS

Motum AB has completed the takeover of its Norwegian subsidiary. The co-founder Kyrre Sagen remains Executive Director of Motum AS.

Photo: © Fain Ascensores S.A.

News | September 2025

TKE Ireland now belongs to Fain

The Spanish lift company Fain is continuing its expansion abroad. By acquiring TK Elevator Ireland, the company has strengthened its position as the second largest operator.

Photo: © Lena Lange / Dauer Aufzüge

News | September 2025

Three questions to ... Romy Dauer

This time, Romy Dauer is answering our three questions. The 66-year old engineer has been in charge of the company Dauer Aufzüge for 37 years; now she advises the company.

Photo: © Wittur

News | September 2025

Wittur has a new Chief Commercial Officer

The Wittur Group has announced the appointment of Paul Feenstra as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), President and General Manager for the EMEA region, effective July 1, 2025.

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News | September 2025

2G switch-off: experience and outlook

Switzerland has it already behind it. For many other European countries, the shutdown of the 2G network is yet to come. This will affect the emergency call systems in lifts.

Photo: © WEG Automation Europe S.r.l.

News | August 2025

WEG: New ADL500 Elevator Drive at interlift

As part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, WEG Automation Europe, a subsidiary of the WEG Group, will be showcasing the ADL500 elevator drive at interlift 2025, which is being held in Nuremberg for the first time.

Photo: © NürnbergMesse / Heiko Stahl

News | August 2025

Tips for interlift exhibitors and visitors

Prepare well for your participation in interlift so that you can get the most out of your trade fair attendance. AFAG press spokesperson Kathrin Redel has put together some important tips for LIFTjournal.

News | August 2025

New Chief Technology Officer at Elgo Batscale

Since 1 June 2025, Michele Guidotti has been the new Technical Director, heading up innovation and development activities at Elgo Batscale AG in Balzers.

News | August 2025

Reinforcement for the Advisory Board of the LIFTjournal

The LIFTjournal has welcomed two new members to its Advisory Board: Helena Georgi and Tim Ebeling will in future support the editorial staff with their technical expertise.

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Complete takeover of Motum AS

TKE Ireland now belongs to Fain

Three questions to ... Romy Dauer

Wittur has a new Chief Commercial Officer

2G switch-off: experience and outlook

WEG: New ADL500 Elevator Drive at interlift

Tips for interlift exhibitors and visitors

New Chief Technology Officer at Elgo Batscale

Reinforcement for the Advisory Board of the LIFTjournal