The Australian Association of Vertical Transport (AAVT) is committed to strengthening collaboration across Australia’s building and construction industry to deliver safer, more efficient, and compliant vertical transport solutions.
Successful building projects rely on cooperation between every trade and discipline. The integration of vertical transport systems (residential and commercial lifts/elevators, escalators, and moving walkways) into modern structures is a complex task requiring precise coordination between architects, engineers, builders, and vertical transport specialists. When these parties work together effectively, projects are completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with national codes and standards.
Why Collaboration Matters
The AAVT and its members recognise that true industry progress depends on trust, respect, and open communication between all participants in a project. By fostering collaboration, we help to:
- Improve planning and coordination across multiple disciplines.
- Encourage innovation through shared expertise.
- Reduce delays and rework in construction programs.
- Ensure that safety, quality, and compliance standards are upheld.
- Support sustainable, long-term industry growth.
Our collaborative approach helps ensure that vertical transport systems are designed, installed, and maintained to the highest professional standards-benefiting clients.
building users, and the industry as a whole
How the AAVT Builds Industry Collaboration
AAVT drives collaboration through a range of activities and professional partnerships that promote communication, technical advancement, and regulatory alignment
These include:
- Regular cross-industry meetings to identify opportunities for improvement in construction processes and systems.
- Input on standards, codes, and legislation, ensuring vertical transport perspectives are included in policy development.
- Project-level interaction between businesses before and during construction to enhance coordination.
- Exchange of technical information through industry guides, codes of practice, and updates on emerging technologies and new products.
- Continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities to uplift the skills and knowledge of professionals across the vertical transport industry.
Our Industry Partners
The AAVT collaborates with a range of respected organisations that share our commitment to excellence in building design, engineering, and construction. These partnerships strengthen our collective ability to advance safety, compliance, and innovation in vertical transport
AAVT’s Industry Collaboration Partners (alphabetical order)
- Airconditioning and Mechanical Contractors Association of Australia (AMCA)
- Australian Industry Group (Ai Group)
- Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA)
- Australian Institute of Building Surveyors (AIBS)
- Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA)
- Master Plumbers NSW (MPNSW)
- National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA)
- Natiorial Master Building Specification (NATSPEC)
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Contractors Association- Australia (RACCA)