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Behind Liebherr's 'innovative crane technology' claim lies a strategic shift. We analyse which technical innovations are actually reaching construction sites and what they mean for electrification and operational efficiency.
Read more →Construction equipment and crane manufacturer Liebherr is equipping a mega dry dock project in Italy with heavy crane equipment. The project is considered one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the Italian shipbuilding industry and could sustainabl…
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Swedish manufacturer electrifies compaction fleet to meet tightening site emissions rules.
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US platform streamlines spare parts lookup, potentially opening American market access for European crane manufacturers.
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Tadano used articulating cranes instead of mobile tower cranes when assembling a giant Ferris wheel – a technical decision that raises questions about future equipment selection for complex lifting operations. While specialists like Spierings Mobile Cranes traditionally rely on mobile tower cranes w…
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Engcon AB from Sweden, a manufacturer of tiltrotators and hydraulic quick couplers for excavators, is increasingly in the focus of investors and market observers. The company, listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange, has specialized in attachments that can significantly increase the efficiency of exc…
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The work platform rental company Wob-Sky has filed for insolvency. The insolvency administrator cites the ongoing construction crisis and acute labor shortage as the main reasons. The inability to pay demonstrates the pressure rental companies are currently facing: declining capacity utilization com…
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Austrian crushing plant manufacturer Rubble Master is promoting the hybrid technology of its mobile RM crushers through its Swiss subsidiary to reduce diesel consumption. The technology combines a diesel engine and electric drive to reduce fuel requirements during crushing operations. The company do…
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Manitowoc's Potain brand delivers five new-generation tower cranes to sustainable housing project.
Read more →Liebherr has modernized its spare parts logistics at its Ehingen plant with goods-to-person workstations from Jungheinrich. The system automatically brings warehouse goods to the picker and is intended to shorten delivery times for spare parts. The mobile crane …
Read more →Italian telehandler manufacturer Merlo has introduced a new warning system with predictive maintenance. The technology is designed to reduce downtime on construction sites and optimize maintenance intervals. For you as a fleet manager, this could mean: fewer unplanned outages and better planning for…
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JCB has launched a pilot test with renewable fuels for excavators and construction vehicles. The British manufacturer aims to improve the CO2 balance of its machine fleet. Concrete information about the type of fuel used, the machine types involved, or the scope of t…
Read more →Liebherr is promoting new high-pressure technologies for precision applications in construction and plant engineering in current communications measures. The manufacturer has not yet provided specific technical specifications regarding pressure levels, areas of …
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Chinese construction machinery manufacturer SANY held its first major customer event in Europe under the motto 'Linking Globally for a Shared Future'. The event marks a strategic offensive in the European market, where established manufacturers such as Caterpillar, …
Read more →The term "innovative crane technology" has become standard repertoire in manufacturer marketing. But when Liebherr, one of the world's largest crane manufacturers, realigns its strategy under this catchphrase, it's worth taking a closer look at the technical fac…
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Swedish manufacturer recognised for design innovation in electrification strategy.
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A case documented in Portugal shows a telescopic loader with a provisionally attached ladder as a means of access to height – a dangerous improvisation that violates fundamental workplace safety regulations. For such applications, approved work platforms are required, such as those offered by <a hre…
Read more →The Piedmontese telehandler manufacturer Merlo has presented a redesigned cockpit concept in a video. Central to this is an integrated warning light panel that is intended to consolidate safety and status messages. For fleet managers, the system could reduce training times and improve operator ergon…
Read more →Canadian battery manufacturer Discover Battery is pursuing an unconventional trade show strategy for APEX 2026: instead of its own booth presence, the company is relying on the integration of its battery systems into partner machines. The technology will be directly visible at the point of use, whil…
Read more →Italian telescopic loader manufacturer Merlo has announced the development of a new powertrain generation in a recent video. The company is still withholding concrete technical details about the powertrain innovation, but initial indications point to electrification or the use of alternative fuels. …
Read more →Merlo is intensifying its marketing activities with a new video campaign on the global YouTube channel. The focus is on the performance features of the Italian manufacturer's telescopic loader product lines. The international orientation of the campaign suggests a broader market offensive. Industry …
Read more →Italienischer Hersteller kündigt Powertrain-Innovation an – Details noch nicht veröffentlicht.
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Chinese construction machinery manufacturer XCMG has commissioned its first 1,000-ton mobile crane in South Korea, thereby penetrating a market previously dominated by Liebherr and Demag. The commissioning in the heavy-duty class marks a strategic step by Chinese manufacturers who, with competitive …
Read more →The Piedmont-based construction machinery manufacturer Merlo announces a new technological direction for its telehandlers. According to the company, the focus is on innovative geometric concepts in construction that are to be incorporated into future telehandler models. Details on specific product l…
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Austrian manufacturer promotes fuel-efficient technology as operational costs become key purchasing factor.
Read more →Italian construction machinery manufacturer Merlo is developing a new electronic control unit (ECU) for its telescopic handlers. The company announced the development in a video contribution, but did not provide specific technical data or market launch dates. According to the manufacturer, the new e…
Read more →US crane manufacturer Link-Belt has received an energy efficiency award, setting a sign in terms of sustainability. For you as a fleet operator, fuel consumption and CO₂ balance are increasingly becoming a competitive factor – not only because of rising diesel prices, but also due to stricter enviro…
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Dutch mobile crane specialist appoints new leadership as founder steps down after decades at the helm.
Read more →British port operator PD Ports has ordered a third electric telescopic handler of the LPS 550 type and is continuing to expand its electric crane fleet. The investment marks a trend toward electrification in port logistics, where emission-free drives are becoming increasingly economical due to spati…
Read more →The latest major order for 500 aerial work platforms from Ban Ngai in Malaysia to Chinese manufacturer Sinoboom marks a turning point in the Asian rental market. While Chinese providers are gaining market share through aggressive pricing strategies, establis…
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The Chinese construction machinery group SANY Group has signed letters of intent worth 10 billion RMB (approximately 1.3 billion euros) as well as concrete contracts worth over 5 billion RMB (around 650 million euros). The major orders mark a significant business bo…
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