Jekko spider crane recovers helicopter from remote Apennine terrain.

Bandshire has expanded its crane fleet with two new Böcker aluminium truck cranes, adding an AK 42 and AK 48 to support fast-setup lifting and access work.

A luffing jib tower crane experienced a wind-related incident at a data centre construction site in Derrimut, west Melbourne, when the jib was blown over the rear of the crane during winds reported at 40–50 km/h. The crane involved was a Favelle Favco M-1280D operated by General Cranes. The jib landed on parked cars, but no injuries were reported. The operator was rescued after about an hour, and WorkSafe is investigating.

Tadano arrives at Vertikal Days with its most comprehensive exhibition lineup to date, marking the first full showcase of its expanded product portfolio following the integration of Manitex and Nagano. From rough terrain cranes and pick & carry units to aerial work platforms and articulating cranes, the manufacturer demonstrates its ambition to deliver a complete lifting and access solution under one global brand.

An unauthorized individual accessed a construction crane near Vinton, Louisiana, before dawn on August 16, obstructing westbound lanes of I-10 and causing multiple crashes and injuries. Louisiana State Police reported the crane was not in active use at the time. The incident highlights how unsecured heavy equipment and limited off-hours controls can create serious public safety risks near live traffic corridors.

Overhead crane renewal at Liebherr: Schmidbauer strong with Rieger & Moser as a team

84 Lumber Leverages Potain Self-Erecting Cranes for Tight-Space Apartment Build in Pittsburgh

Mammoet has completed the installation of six large prefabricated modules for the first phase of Terminal F at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, using modular construction and SPMTs to accelerate delivery and minimise disruption at the busy hub.

The second in the group: Bracht takes delivery of Liebherr LTM1750-9.1 mobile crane

A mobile crane collapsed onto a house in Merritt Island, Florida, on August 13 while installing telephone poles. The four-axle Liebherr all-terrain crane tipped after a water main was ruptured beneath a rear outrigger, causing ground failure. No injuries were reported. OSHA and AT&T have inspected the scene and are investigating the incident.

A worker was killed after a tower crane overturned at a construction site in Tavira, Portugal, near the Tavira Plaza commercial centre. The crane tower collapsed onto site office containers, trapping the worker beneath rubble. Another worker suffered minor injuries. The crane was installed on a counterweighted cruciform base. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collapse.

Magnetic Innovation for Modern Lifting The Magnetic Outrigger Pad features embedded magnetic technology that allows it to securely attach to magnetic crane feet, outrigger jacks, and floats. This revolutionary feature dramatically reduces the need for crew members to manually handle heavy outrigger pads during repositioning.

A worldwide shortage of trained and certified crane operators is increasingly cited as a major bottleneck in project delivery and safety compliance.

An in-depth interview with Bruce A. Stemp of Lampson International exploring the Millennium Crawler series, a modern repower of the iconic Manitowoc 4100 and 4600 crawler cranes, delivering proven durability, enhanced safety, and digital control for today’s heavy lift and marine markets.

Kerry Koberg, his wife Kelly, and their family are being recognized for leading with purpose beyond the job site. From running the family-owned business DICA to serving on a mission trip in Uganda with True Impact Ministries, the Koberg family’s story highlights faith, service, and the power of long-term commitment.

Affolter Transporte AG deploys its Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 mobile crane to install massive timber beams for a wildlife crossing over Switzerland’s A1 motorway, completing precision night lifts within strict closure windows.

A lattice crawler crane boom struck the Talmadge Memorial Bridge in Savannah while being transported on a barge along the Savannah River. The boom went over the rear of the crane and fell onto the deck and into the water. No injuries were reported. Georgia DOT temporarily closed the bridge for inspection before reopening it several hours later. Recovery operations removed the fallen boom later the same day.