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Daily reporting from the Crane Hub Global editorial team, featuring breaking crane industry news, lifting updates, and the stories driving global industry conversation.
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W.O. Grubb Appoints New Executive Leadership Team
W.O. Grubb has appointed Ted Redmond as CEO, Dustin Fisher as CFO and Michael Good as senior vice president of operations following its acquisition by Halo Partners.
Meagan Wood
Aug 317 min read
Link Belt 120|RT Handles Long Radius Lifts at Befesa Zinc Plant
Befesa Zinc Metal is using a Link Belt 120|RT rough terrain crane for long radius maintenance and operational lifts at its zinc production facility in Mooresboro, North Carolina.
Meagan Wood
Aug 319 min read
Mazzella Restructures Executive Leadership Team
Mazzella has appointed Rick Smith and Mark Erny as executive vice presidents and expanded Dan Carmichael’s role as part of a restructuring focused on service, cranes and commercial operations.
Meagan Wood
Aug 317 min read
Goldhofer PST/SL-E Split Widening Makes Americas Debut
Goldhofer presented its PST/SL-E Split with Widening System in the Americas for the first time at CONEXPO 2026, showcasing adjustable width and 45 tonne axle capacity.
Meagan Wood
Aug 279 min read
Remembering Stephanie Rae Lacombe, 1972 to 2026
The crane and rigging community remembers Stephanie Rae Lacombe, cofounder and matriarch of Lacombe Crane & Rigging, who died at the age of 54 following a long battle with breast cancer.
Meagan Wood
Aug 264 min read
Crawler Cranes Build 1,500 Foot Ocean Outfall at Myrtle Beach
Two crawler cranes supplied by ALL Carolina are building a temporary trestle and installing an 84 inch concrete stormwater outfall extending 1,500 feet offshore at Myrtle Beach.
Meagan Wood
Aug 2011 min read
Dozier Crane & Machinery Deploys First Terex TRT 55US in the United States
US-based Dozier Crane & Machinery has officially deployed the world’s first Terex TRT 55US rough terrain crane, marking a major milestone for the North American lifting market. Delivered shortly after its unveiling at CONEXPO 2026, the new crane is already operating on a major Georgia energy infrastructure project.
Meagan Wood
May 183 min read
NCCCO Foundation Launches Crane Career Advisors Programme
The NCCCO Foundation has launched a new pilot initiative called Crane Career Advisors, designed to connect individuals interested in crane industry careers with experienced professionals already working in the sector.
Meagan Wood
May 143 min read
Ropes for Riggers Initiative Turns Retired Rigging into Workforce Training Scholarships
Ropes for Riggers, a North American non-profit initiative, is transforming retired wire ropes and lifting rigging into scholarship funding for the next generation of heavy-lift professionals. The programme supports workforce development while helping improve industry training and safety awareness.
Meagan Wood
May 124 min read
JAXPORT Expands Container Handling Capacity with Third Liebherr Ship-to-Shore Crane
Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) has placed a third new Liebherr ship-to-shore container crane into operation at its Talleyrand Marine Terminal. The investment forms part of a broader US$93 million infrastructure modernisation programme aimed at increasing efficiency and cargo handling capacity at Florida’s largest container port.
Meagan Wood
May 113 min read
Manitowoc Donates $50,000 to Brooke’s House Following Conexpo Fundraising Initiative
Manitowoc has donated $50,000 to women’s recovery charity Brooke’s House following a fundraising initiative held during Conexpo. The campaign combined visitor engagement with charitable giving, while continuing the company’s long-term support for workforce development and recovery programmes.
Meagan Wood
May 43 min read
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
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
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
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
Künz and ABB to Supply Nine Automated Rail Mounted Stacking Cranes for TraPac Los Angeles Expansion
Künz GmbH and ABB have secured an order to supply nine Rail Mounted Stacking Cranes (RMGs) for the expansion of TraPac LLC’s container terminal in Los Angeles. The project forms part of a major terminal modernisation programme designed to increase container handling capacity and improve long-term operational efficiency on the U.S. West Coast.
Meagan Wood
Apr 164 min read
Fassi Acquires Fascan to Strengthen US Market Presence
Italian crane manufacturer Fassi has acquired US distributor Fascan, reinforcing its presence in North America and expanding its sales and support network.
Meagan Wood
Apr 143 min read
Liebherr 1000 EC-H Tower Crane Added to Crazy Horse Memorial Project
A new Liebherr 1000 EC-H tower crane will support ongoing construction at the Crazy Horse Memorial, improving lifting capacity and precision on the landmark project.
Meagan Wood
Apr 143 min read
Mammoet Completes Headframe Replacement at BHP Jansen Potash Mine
Mammoet supports the rapid replacement of a headframe at BHP’s Jansen potash mine using modular construction and heavy transport solutions.
Meagan Wood
Apr 133 min read
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