The sun beamed down on Highams Park as ILE (International Lift Equipment) hosted the first ever ‘Lift Car Fest’ in London on June 8th. What started as an idea for a small customer gathering had quickly gained momentum and grown into a full-blown industry event as word spread throughout the lift community. Over the course of the day, the event attracted more than seventy-five people representing all aspects of the lift industry in London and beyond. There was an abundance of chrome and polished leather on show, as attendees were encouraged to bring their classic or performance vehicles. An array of cars and motorbikes lined up in front of ILE’s London distribution centre, creating a fabulous display of automotive excellence for the crowds to enjoy. Some examples included a 1972 Buick Riviera Boat Tail, a Jaguar SS100, a Ford Mustang 66 Fastback, a Cobra GT 350, a Porsche Panamera 4, an R53 Mini Cooper S, a Citroën 2CV6 Spécial, and a Harley Davidson Breakout. As well as a barbecue with locally sourced produce and an open bar, the day also featured a highly relevant speech by Dave Cooper from LECS UK, outlining the new regulatory regime for high-risk buildings. “It was a pleasure to speak at this event,” Cooper commented. “As consulting engineers we always welcome a platform to share information about the changes to the regulatory landscape and, hopefully, help everyone in the industry to stay abreast of these changes.”