The Apex and IRE exhibitions are taking place this week in Maastricht, bringing together crane manufacturers, rental companies and lifting specialists. The concurrent events serve as key industry meetups for the European crane sector, with manufacturers including German producers like Tadano Demag typically using the platform to present new equipment and technology. Trade publication Vertikal is providing on-site coverage of product launches and market developments. For fleet managers and crane operators, the shows offer insight into upcoming machinery specifications, safety innovations and rental market trends that could influence purchasing decisions over the coming months.