September 29, 2026
Frankfurt Airport, Germany

Rental Summit 2026

Beyond the Price Tag: Powering the Future of Rental

Join us at the engaging FRA Visitor Center and exclusive FRALounge for the 2026 Rental Summit. This high-impact event is your strategic roadmap to mastering Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) as a powerful lever for profitability. In an era of shifting regulations and volatile energy costs, we invite you to move from reactive cost-cutting to proactive value creation.

This is your exclusive invitation to look behind the scenes and beyond the price tag, gaining a rare dual perspective on the mechanics of a world-class airport and the inner workings of a high-performance rental business.

The programme commences at midday with a light lunch and first networking opportunities, followed by insightful presentations from our keynote speakers.
The afternoon continues with a guided tour, offering a unique look behind the scenes of Frankfurt International Airport as we transfer to the exclusive FRALounge for a dedicated networking dinner. Situated adjacent to the new Terminal 3, the lounge provides an exceptional view of the runways and the airport skyline.

Premier Networking

Connect with industry leaders, global OEMs, and tech innovators in the heart of Europe's most connected crossroads - Frankfurt International Airport. Expand your professional horizon where the world meets and business never stops.

Strategic Insights

Engage with six high-calibre keynote speakers - leading voices from every corner of the international rental industry - translating insight into practical, experience-based perspectives.

A Look Behind the Scenes

Experience exclusive access to the Visitor Centre with a special tour at Frankfurt Airport, followed by a premium dinner at FRALounge overlooking the runways and the recently opened Terminal 3.

Keynote Presenters

At a time when margins are under pressure and investment decisions are becoming more complex, understanding the true cost of equipment ownership has never been more critical. The Rental Summit brings this challenge into focus and explores how Total Cost of Ownership is reshaping the rental industry.

Six leading voices from across the industry will examine this shift in depth. Their sessions move beyond the price tag, translating insight into practical, experience-based perspectives from associations, manufacturers, rental operators, suppliers and consultancies.

This transition cannot be addressed in isolation. The event offers a valuable opportunity to engage directly with experts, question established approaches, and gain the clarity needed to power the future of rental.

Further programme details will be announced shortly.

Neil Bravery

Commercial Director

Hire Association Europe

Carole Bachmann

Secretary General

European Rental Association

John Smeets

Director Fleet Uptime Compliance & Excellence

Boels Rental

Frederic Lietaer

CEO

Eliet Europe nv

Harald Schreibmüller

Sales Manager

Hainzl Motion & Drives

David Frank

SVP & President of Electrification

Briggs & Stratton | Vanguard

12:00

Arrival & Reception

We commence with a light lunch at the Airport Visitor Centre, providing an opportunity for initial exchange.

12:45

Keynote Presentations

Our core session addresses the critical shift to a holistic Total Cost of Ownership approach. We examine the true lifecycle value of machinery and processes, moving beyond standard price metrics to focus on long-term efficiency.

16:30

Airport Sightseeing Tour

A guided excursion offering an exclusive look behind the scenes of the airport’s operational infrastructure.

19:00

Dinner & Networking

We conclude at the exclusive FRALounge. This private setting offers the ideal environment to discuss long-term profitability and sustainable fleet management with fellow professionals.

Register now

Join us at the Rental Summit 2026. Admission is free of charge. Register now to secure your complimentary ticket.

The ticket includes exclusive admission to Frankfurt Airport Visitor Center, light lunch, keynote presentations, guided airport tour and the dinner at the outstanding FRALounge.

We are hosting an exclusive gathering for a select group of rental industry peers. We curate the guest list to maintain the high standard of the exchange, and we appreciate your understanding regarding our selective process.

The Rental eSummit 2024 in Amsterdam was a tremendous success. With nearly 100 participants from 18 different countries, comprising of 51 different rental companies, associations, OEMs, and service providers, the diversity of perspectives was truly enriching.
It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout at the event, where industry leaders came together to discuss the pressing challenges of the energy transition and its impact on their businesses.

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Main Sponsor

The Rental Summit 2026 is sponsored by Vanguard, Briggs & Stratton's commercial power solution brand. Partnering with our customers to conquer challenges and develop innovative products for 40 years, Vanguard is now one of the top-experts for innovative combustion engine and game-changing commercial lithium-ion battery technology.

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