Tom Smith

CICA President’s report: Navigating uncertain times with optimism

Crane hirers are bucking the trend and continue to be desensitised to the “doom and gloom” that COVID-19 has caused. Optimism abounds, as crane businesses put this year behind them and look to 2021 with renewed vigour. There’s plenty to look forward to.
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William ArnottJanuary 7, 2021, 9:51 amJanuary 7, 2021

C&L, Cranes & Lifting, Features, Tasmania

Drawing on 160 years of heritage

Elliott’s Crane Hire and Specialised Transport is a highly specialised crane hire and heavy haulage services provider operating in Hobart and the surrounding areas. Greg Smith joined Elliott’s workshop crew from school, then progressed to operating the cranes and trucks and now, he owns the business.
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William ArnottNovember 5, 2020, 10:39 amNovember 5, 2020

CICA, Features

Adapting to the challenges of change

With the COVID pandemic forcing change throughout our industry, CICA looks to some positive initiatives and farewells an industry stateman. Read More

William ArnottOctober 1, 2020, 9:01 amOctober 1, 2020

C&L, CICA, Industry News

Emerging from COVID-19 with confidence

Business confidence is a key driver as the economy emerges from the COVID-19 storm. But it seems federal and state governments are very concerned about our ability to return to pre-pandemic levels without significant support.
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William ArnottJuly 30, 2020, 9:49 amJuly 30, 2020

C&L, CICA, Cranes & Lifting, Features, News

Weathering the COVID-19 storm

What kind of economic impacts will there be as a result of state and federal responses to the COVID-19 pandemic?
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William ArnottMay 21, 2020, 9:09 amMay 21, 2020

CICA, Features

The essential role of small business

Although the “majors” dominate the headlines, it’s small business underpinning the fundamentals of the crane sector.
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William ArnottJanuary 29, 2020, 10:20 amJanuary 29, 2020

C&L, CICA, Features

CICA President’s report: Collaboration through passion

“Collaboration” and “Industry Passion” are two key CICA values on permanent display at our annual conference. This year, the crane industry came to life in NSW’s Hunter Valley region during October
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William ArnottDecember 5, 2019, 9:05 amDecember 5, 2019

CICA

CICA President Report: Improving safety

Becoming the “Authority of the Crane Industry” doesn’t happen overnight. Like all great things, it takes time and dedication, often through adversity, to gain enough positive traction to establish a strong and respected voice.
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William ArnottOctober 17, 2019, 1:50 pmOctober 17, 2019

Association News, Australia, C&L, CICA

CICA president’s industry report

The focus on industry improvements in the area training and competence is now at its greatest level within CICA. The CICA board is unified in supporting purpose driven initiatives in many areas, such as, a nationwide traineeship program, and the development of a standardised verification of competency (VOC) program accessible to all.
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William ArnottMarch 15, 2019, 10:34 amMarch 15, 2019

Tom Smith

CICA President’s report: Navigating uncertain times with optimism

Drawing on 160 years of heritage

Adapting to the challenges of change

Emerging from COVID-19 with confidence

Weathering the COVID-19 storm

The essential role of small business

CICA President’s report: Collaboration through passion

CICA President Report: Improving safety

CICA president’s industry report

How to plan for a multi-crane lift

Changes to AS1418.1 Standard

10-year major inspections, a major expense – but is there a better way?

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