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Manitowoc Mobile Training & Technology Centre Begins North American Tour
Manitowoc’s new Mobile Training & Technology Centre (MTTC) has officially begun its North American tour following its launch at Conexpo. The mobile training unit recently completed its first crane technician training sessions in Salt Lake City, Utah, supporting flexible on-site technical education for crane dealers and rental companies.
Meagan Wood
Apr 303 min read
M.R. Concrete Takes Delivery of Ireland’s First Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1
Irish crane and concrete specialist M.R. Concrete has taken delivery of the country’s first Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1 all terrain crane. The new 400-tonne crane becomes the company’s flagship unit and further strengthens its growing all-Liebherr mobile crane fleet.
Meagan Wood
Apr 293 min read
INZAG Takes Delivery of New Liebherr LTM 1090-4.2 for Major Infrastructure Project in Angola
INZAG has expanded its crane fleet with a new Liebherr LTM 1090-4.2 mobile crane to support a major road infrastructure project in Angola. The 90-tonne all-terrain crane will provide lifting, logistics, and mobilisation support for the large-scale development project in southern Africa.
Meagan Wood
Apr 284 min read
IPAF Membership Surpasses 2,000 Members Across 83 Countries
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has reached a major milestone with its global membership surpassing 2,000 active members. The organisation said the achievement reflects continued international growth across the powered access sector, including manufacturers, rental companies, contractors, and training providers.
Meagan Wood
Apr 283 min read
Raimondi Launches New TTC 70 Telecrawler Crane Line
Raimondi Cranes has officially launched the new TTC 70 telecrawler crane, marking the company’s return to the crawler crane segment following the acquisition of key Terex Corporation lifting brands. The new model combines crawler mobility with rough terrain crane versatility to support demanding infrastructure, energy, and construction applications.
Meagan Wood
Apr 284 min read
Sinoboom Launches Updated AB18J Plus and AB18EJ Plus Boom Lifts
Sinoboom has introduced the upgraded AB18J Plus and AB18EJ Plus articulated boom lifts, delivering increased platform capacity, expanded working envelopes, and improved transport efficiency. The new 60ft-class boom lifts are designed to enhance productivity for operators and rental fleets across a wider range of applications.
Meagan Wood
Apr 273 min read
ScotPlant 2026 Draws Thousands to Scotland’s Largest Plant Equipment Exhibition
ScotPlant 2026 returned to the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh last week, bringing together a record number of exhibitors and thousands of visitors from across the construction and plant sectors. The event showcased the latest machinery, technology, and innovations shaping the future of the Scottish construction equipment industry.
Meagan Wood
Apr 273 min read
TII SCHEUERLE BladeLifter Systems Support Challenging Wind Farm Transport Project in Germany
Three SCHEUERLE BladeLifter transport systems are supporting the delivery of massive wind turbine blades for the Bad Berleburg wind farm project in Germany. The complex operation involves transporting nearly 86-metre rotor blades through mountainous terrain, narrow villages, and steep winding roads under demanding environmental conditions.
Meagan Wood
Apr 274 min read
Stoddart Crane Hire Takes Delivery of UK’s First Liebherr LTM 1055-3.3 at ScotPlant 2026
Stoddart Crane Hire and Liebherr celebrated the handover of the UK’s first LTM 1055-3.3 all terrain crane during ScotPlant 2026 in Edinburgh. The new 55-tonne crane will support specialist lifting operations across Scotland’s Highlands and Islands, where low axle loads and strong lifting performance are essential.
Meagan Wood
Apr 274 min read
Gräber Rentals Expands Fleet with Major Jekko Spider Crane Order
German rental specialist Gräber Rentals has placed a significant order for multiple Jekko cranes, including a new 15-tonne JF545.2 articulated spider crane. The investment strengthens the company’s specialised lifting capabilities across Europe and North America.
Meagan Wood
Apr 243 min read
Böcker Opens New Service and Training Facility in Southwest Germany
German crane and hoist manufacturer Böcker has officially opened a new branch facility in Eschbronn, Baden-Württemberg, as part of its ongoing expansion strategy. The new location will provide service, maintenance, rental, and operator training support for customers across southwest Germany.
Meagan Wood
Apr 243 min read
Liebherr MK 140-5.1E Supports Major Deutsche Bahn ICE Depot Project in Cottbus
A Liebherr MK 140-5.1E mobile construction crane operated by Krandienst Kunze is playing a key role in the construction of Deutsche Bahn’s new ICE maintenance depot in Cottbus, Germany. The crane has been supporting complex roof installation work, including HVAC systems, insulation materials, and photovoltaic modules, across the large-scale rail infrastructure project.
Meagan Wood
Apr 234 min read
Bernard Hunter Expands Fleet with New 300-Tonne Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2
Scottish crane rental specialist Bernard Hunter has strengthened its fleet with the addition of a new 300-tonne Liebherr LTM 1300-6.2 all terrain crane. The investment continues the company’s strategy of maintaining a modern and versatile lifting fleet to support customer demand across the UK.
Meagan Wood
Apr 233 min read
City Lifting Takes Delivery of the UK’s First Liebherr 195 HC-LH Tower Crane
City Lifting has taken delivery of the UK’s first Liebherr 195 HC-LH luffing jib tower crane. The advanced crane will support high-profile inner-city projects across London and beyond, offering compact design, fast assembly, and innovative lifting technologies tailored for constrained urban construction environments.
Meagan Wood
Apr 234 min read
Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1 Debuts in Paris with High-Performance Tower Crane Dismantling
The Liebherr LTM 1400-6.1 mobile crane makes a powerful debut in Paris, successfully dismantling an 80-meter tower crane under tight space and time constraints, showcasing its industry-leading performance and innovative Superlift system.
Meagan Wood
Apr 224 min read
Raimondi Cranes Surpasses 100 Crane Milestone Across the UAE
Raimondi Cranes has surpassed 100 cranes operating across the United Arab Emirates, marking a major milestone for the company in one of the world’s most active construction markets. The achievement highlights Raimondi’s continued expansion across high-rise, commercial, and infrastructure projects throughout the region.
Meagan Wood
Apr 223 min read
Global Crane Services Expands Fleet with Two New Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 Cranes
Scottish crane rental and heavy haulage specialist Global Crane Services has expanded its fleet with the addition of two new 250-tonne Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 all terrain cranes. The delivery continues the company’s ongoing investment programme following the recent addition of a 700-tonne Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 earlier this year.
Meagan Wood
Apr 223 min read
Bennett Companies Complete Major Infrastructure Build for Arlington Grand Prix
Bennett On-Site Services and Bennett Motor Express successfully completed a major infrastructure installation project for the inaugural Java House Grand Prix of Arlington, Texas. The operation involved complex heavy lifting, overnight logistics coordination, and large-scale temporary structure installation across a downtown street racing circuit.
Meagan Wood
Apr 224 min read
Sarens Nears Completion of Major Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project
Sarens is entering the final phase of its work on the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, one of the largest offshore wind developments in the United States. The heavy lifting specialist has played a key role in the onshore marshalling and engineering operations at Portsmouth Marine Terminal since 2023.
Meagan Wood
Apr 214 min read
Koltho Elevación Expands Fleet with New Grove GMK4080L All Terrain Crane
Spanish crane rental company Koltho Elevación has added a new Grove GMK4080L all terrain crane to its fleet. The 80-tonne mobile crane will primarily support tower crane erection and industrial lifting projects across Spain.
Meagan Wood
Apr 213 min read
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