2009 ELEVATOR WORLD Projects of the Year
Each year, vertical-transportation companies around the world submit outstanding projects for the ELEVATOR WORLD Project of the Year competition. This year is no different. In fact, 2009 was one of the most competitive ever, with more than 25 entries. While not all of the submissions can be rewarded first place recognition, all of the projects submitted this year exemplified the best the industry has to offer. To view a slideshow of this year's winners, click here.
Category 1: Elevators, New Construction (tie)
Nicolas G. Hayek Center -- Yokohama Elevator Co., Ltd.
Midland Square -- Mitsubishi Electric Co.
Category 2: Elevators, Modernization
The Brown University -- Sciences Library -- Atlantic South Elevator Co. Inc.
Category 3: Escalators, New Construction
Terreiro do Paço Subway Station in Lisbon -- ThyssenKrupp Elevator
Category 3A: Moving Walks
Shopping Center in Cinisello Balsamo -- ThyssenKrupp Elevator
Category 4: Escalators, Modernization
Morgan Post Office -- KONE Inc.
Category 5: Inclined Elevators
Inclined Elevator of Rio de la Pila (Santander) -- ThyssenKrupp Elevator
Category 6: Accessibility Systems
Free-Floating Wheelchair Lift -- Court of International Trade -- Mobility Elevator Lift Co.

The EW Family of Websites in 2009
The ELEVATOR WORLD's online presence expanded during 2008 with the addition of the EW India website. The new year offers even more exciting additions and changes. To learn more, click here.

A Look at EW the Magazine in 2009
In 2009, EW will continue to find the most interesting projects, cover the important events, delve into cutting-edge technology and offer sought-after industry-related education articles. A new monthly segment will focus on different aspects of the industry, beginning with a look at jobsite and public safety in the February issue. To view the 2009 Editorial Calendar, click here. To see some of the articles coming up in coming months, click here.

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