Sophie Goodwin

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Assistant Editor at Elevator World

Movie and TV Newswriter at MovieWeb

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Worker Dies in Elevator Shaft Incident in Newark

1 day ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

A male worker died on May 11 as a result of injuries sustained in an elevator shaft at a 12-story former children’s hospital being converted into residences in downtown Newark, New Jersey, NJ.com is among outlets to report.
Ontario Superior Court Approves Tridel's Takeover of The One

1 day ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

The Ontario Superior Court formally finalized the full suite of agreements on Tridel’s takeover of construction of the supertall The One on April 22, Urban Toronto reported. Once completed, The One will be Canada’s tallest building, standing at 308.6 m with 85 stories. The court order took immediate effect, shifting the role of contractor from interim contractor SKYGRiD to Tridel. The company will act as project, construction and sales manager, working toward a new completion target of 2028.
Texas Bill Requiring Landlords to Maintain Elevators Progresses

1 day ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

A bill that would require landlords in Texas to keep elevators in working condition passed in the Texas Senate on May 7, KHOU 11 reported. Senator Carol Alvarado authored Senate Bill 1802, which would protect seniors and tenants with disabilities. The bill would require landlords to maintain mobility assistance devices including elevators, ramps and handrails that were available when a lease was signed.
Deltron Acquires Three Companies

1 day ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

|Daily News - International News - U.K.The Dudley, U.K.-based Deltron Group, which services elevators, platform lifts, and stairlifts to enhance safety, performance and longevity, has acquired Abacus Elevators (Liverpool), Total Lift Care (Lancashire) and Bourne Lifts (Dorset) as it continues to strengthen its footprint across the U.K. Led by directors Scott Haywood and Lukas Schlenker, LDC-backed Deltron now maintains approximately 13,200 units for 3,700 customers nationwide.
Savaria Acquires Western Elevator

1 day ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

|Canada - Daily News - International NewsSavaria Corp., a global leader in the accessibility industry, has announced the acquisition of Western Elevator Ltd., a premier home elevator and lift dealer based in Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada. Western generated approximately CAD$7.5 million (US$4.07 million) in revenue in 2024 and has been a long time, top-tier Savaria dealer.
CECA's Women's Group Introduces New Name: Elevate-HER

3 days ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

|Associations - Canada - Daily News - International News The Canadian Elevator Contractors Association (CECA) women’s group formerly known as Elle-evator has introduced a new name: Elevate-HER, reflecting its mission to “uplift, empower and connect women across the industry in bold meaningful ways.” As part of this transformation, Elevate-HER plans to unveil a brand-new logo in June that will be a “symbol of strength, growth and unity.” Elevate-HER invites all who are interested to celebrate...
4th Vietnam International Elevators Exhibition Announced

3 days ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

Organizers announce the 4th Vietnam Elevators Exhibition, VIETNAM ELEVATOR EXPO 2025, is planned on December 4-6 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. A standard 9-m2 booth package is US$2,900, and interested parties may contact organizers at email to obtain a floor plan and choose from available booth locations. On display will be industrial lifts, elevators, escalators, moving walks, components, car park equipment, access platforms and more.
Otis Announces Team From Florida as Global Winners of Made to Move Communities Challenge

3 days ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

|Daily News - Florida - U.S. NewsOtis announced that the team from Pembroke Pines Charter High School in Pembroke Pines, Florida is the global winner of the fifth Made to Move Communities™ student challenge. The Pembroke Pines students earned their school a total of US$35,000 in grants for being the winners of the annual STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) competition. The winning team’s idea is a smartphone app that uses AI to aid visually impaired people.
In Memoriam: Milton Thomas Sybert

3 days ago | elevatorworld.com | Sophie Goodwin

|Daily News - Elevators - Illinois - U.S. NewsMilton Thomas Sybert of Northbrook, Illinois, a force in the elevator industry for decades, passed away peacefully on April 29 at age 93 surrounded by his loving family.
Nicolas Cage's Jesus Christ Horror Film Gets a Heavenly Release Update

5 days ago | movieweb.com | Sophie Goodwin

Dark religious-themed films seem to be following Nicolas Cage in his career lately. His devilish performance in Oz Perkins' 2024 horror hit Longlegs certainly left an impression on religious and nonreligious audiences alike, but now Cage is turning to another side of religious storytelling. The National Treasure actor is diving back into a historical tale of epic proportions and this time a new, twisted layer is being added.