LiftEx 2026 brings lifting industry to Liverpool
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LiftEx 2026 will take place on 24–25 November at Exhibition Centre Liverpool, bringing lifting equipment manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, inspectors, buyers and end users together for two days. The free-to-attend event will feature equipment displays, demonstrations, technical presentations and a new focus on LEEA’s Proficiency Testing initiative. Visitors can take part in an Inspection Challenge, explore digital inspection and load monitoring technology, and hear presentations on lifting equipment and inspection practices. The first day will conclude with the LEEA Awards Dinner, featuring British astronaut Tim Peake as guest speaker.
LiftEx returns to Liverpool
The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) will host LiftEx 2026 on 24–25 November at Exhibition Centre Liverpool. The two-day exhibition is open to visitors at no charge and is aimed at professionals across construction, engineering, manufacturing, offshore, oil and gas, logistics, utilities, defence and entertainment.
The event will bring together manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, inspectors, buyers and equipment users. Attendees will be able to examine products, discuss applications with suppliers and compare solutions covering lifting and rigging, load monitoring, materials handling, height safety, inspection and equipment management.
Lifting equipment suppliers expected to exhibit include AP Lifting Gear Company, Atlas Winch & Hoist Services, Ganser Liftsysteme, GGR Group, Hird, Liftket UK, Modulift UK, Reid Lifting, Rope and Sling Specialists, Tiger Lifting and TTC Lifting.
Equipment, rigging and monitoring technology
Chains, ropes, slings and rigging equipment will be represented by companies including Bekaert, Carcano, CODIPRO, Dolezych, Green Pin, JDT, Marlow Ropes, pewag UK, RUD Chains, Talurit and YOKE Industrial.
Load monitoring technology will be presented by Dynamic Load Monitoring, Load Monitoring Systems and Red Rooster Lifting. Digital equipment management and inspection systems will also be on display from Core Inspection Software, coreRFID, Engineering Reporting, JCM Load Monitoring, Motion Software, Papertrail and RiConnect.
Proficiency Testing puts inspection skills to the test
A key feature of the 2026 event will be LEEA’s Proficiency Testing initiative, which gives lifting professionals an opportunity to demonstrate how they approach practical equipment inspections.
Visitors can participate in an Inspection Challenge, identifying faults in lifting equipment and discussing inspection methods with the LEEA team. The second day will include Inspection Insights sessions focused on practical inspection techniques.
LEEA’s Adam Chipperfield, Project Manager, will lead a live walkthrough of the Association’s new Member Assessment process. Ryan Hillyer, Student Support Officer, will discuss commonly missed inspection defects and effective reporting. Scott Barnes, Senior Learning and Development Specialist, will examine inspection decision-making and the application of LEEA’s PDCA Inspection Model.
Showcase Stage features digital and lifting innovations
A two-day programme on the Showcase Stage will include technical demonstrations and presentations from across the lifting sector.
Rob Whitehurst-Maiden, Sales Director at RiConnect UK, will present the company’s Digital Product Passport and discuss how digital product identity can support traceability and compliance with the EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation.
CoreRFID and SpanSet UK will demonstrate the tracking and tagging of lifting chains with CheckedOK. The demonstration will include SpanSet’s Exoset Grade 10 Chain Sling range and show how an aftermarket RFID tag can connect users with manufacturer information, inspection history and pre-use checks.
Load monitoring will be the subject of a presentation by Martin Halford, Chairman of Dynamic Load Monitoring, alongside representatives from Chant Engineering and Forged Fiber. They will discuss the integration of DLM load pin technology into a Dyneema fibre Hybrid Lifting Shackle.
pewag will present its G12+ chains, a hydraulically driven Load Balancer and Compensator, and the levo automated hook. Motion Software’s Head of Product, Graham Macpherson, will demonstrate Hindsight, an AI inspection tool that analyses an asset’s historical inspection data and prepares a summary for an engineer before an inspection.
Training and technical support
Training providers Carl Stahl Evita, Elevation Training & Development and Qualitrain will be among the exhibitors. LEEA staff will also be available to discuss training, technical matters and Association membership.
LEEA Awards Dinner closes the first day
The first day will conclude with the LEEA Awards Dinner on 24 November at Liverpool’s Rum Warehouse. The annual awards recognise achievements across the lifting sector. British astronaut Tim Peake will be the guest speaker.
About LEEA
The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association is an international trade association for organisations involved in the lifting industry. Established in 1944, LEEA works to promote standards and safety through technical guidance, training, industry representation and professional development.
The Association provides training focused on the inspection and thorough examination of lifting equipment, alongside technical support and resources for its members. LiftEx is LEEA’s annual exhibition, bringing lifting equipment suppliers and users together to explore products, share expertise and discuss industry practice.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where is LiftEx 2026?
LiftEx takes place on 24–25 November 2026 at Exhibition Centre Liverpool.
Is LiftEx free to attend?
Yes. Visitor admission is free. Registration is available through the LiftEx 2026 event page.
Who should attend?
The event is intended for lifting equipment manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, inspectors, buyers and end users. Its audience spans sectors including construction, manufacturing, engineering, offshore, oil and gas, logistics, utilities, defence and entertainment.
What is the Inspection Challenge?
The Inspection Challenge is a practical activity where participants inspect lifting equipment and identify faults. It is part of LEEA’s Proficiency Testing focus at the show.
What topics will the Showcase Stage cover?
The programme includes digital product passports, chain identification and inspection records, load monitoring, hybrid lifting technology, AI-assisted inspection and inspection decision-making.
When is the LEEA Awards Dinner?
The dinner will take place on the evening of 24 November, the first day of LiftEx, at the Rum Warehouse in Liverpool. British astronaut Tim Peake is scheduled as guest speaker.
