Released on: April 7, 2008, 4:37 am

Press Release Author: Steve Simmons

Industry: Construction

Press Release Summary: With Lavendon Group, the world\'s largest and most successful
access rental company behind it, March 31st 2008 sees Panther unveiling its brand
new image. This new identity will also see further growth with Kestrel Powered
Access becoming the new Panther Bristol branch, adding over 400 machines and
increasing both national coverage and equipment choice.

Press Release Body: Panther has always been known as a very friendly, local and
reliable operation, so whilst further expansion is most definitely on the cards,
their customers have been assured that apart from maybe a change of telephone number
all their regular contacts, local depot address\' and account details will remain the
same.

The new Panther has already seen rapid growth and expansion, with Kestrel Powered
Access the first to become part of the Panther family. 2008 will also see Panther
welcoming AMP and Higher Platforms, again further expanding the range of machines
and locations to their national network of hire depots.

Panther\'s Managing Director, Richard Miller commented: \'Panther\'s first class
reputation and straightforward approach to powered access hire, in partnership with
Lavendon\'s international experience makes for an extremely strong and successful
force going forward in the UK powered access market. Our new branding emphasises the
real benefits of this partnership: Improved buying power, additional facilities and
a positive approach to growth within the company.\'

Panther\'s parent company, Lavendon Group, is introducing the new identity across all
of its businesses throughout Europe and the Middle East, with Panther being selected
as the first UK operation to launch this new branding. The new logo takes the form
of a tick; this symbol emphasises the positive approach Panther take to providing a
first class service, and ensuring that it always gets every customer\'s \'job done.\'

For further information about Panther Platform Rentals powered access solutions, telephone
0844 856 0000 or visit www.platform-rentals.co.uk.

Web Site: http://www.platform-rentals.co.uk

Contact Details: Panther Platform Rentals Ltd
Unit 12 Dencora Way
Sundon Park Industrial Estate
Luton
Bedfordshire
LU3 3HP

0870 460 5329