Felbermayr Expands Heavy Assembly Capabilities with Hoffmann Equipment Acquisition
- Meagan Wood
- Mar 17
- 3 min read
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Felbermayr Group has acquired specialised heavy lifting and transport equipment from Hoffmann Spezialtransporte, including 1,000 tonne gantry systems and Sefiro transporters. The move enhances Felbermayr’s ability to deliver complex heavy assembly and engineered project solutions across its European operations.
Felbermayr strengthens heavy assembly capabilities with acquisition
The Felbermayr Group has expanded its heavy assembly capabilities following the acquisition of specialised equipment from Hoffmann Spezialtransporte.
The transfer of assets was completed in mid-March after company founder Olaf Hoffmann retired from operational business. The newly acquired equipment will be integrated across Felbermayr’s heavy installation and engineered solutions divisions, as well as its subsidiaries Jozef Hermans and Wimmer Maschinentransporte.
Acquisition includes 1,000 tonne gantry systems and transporters
The acquisition significantly enhances Felbermayr heavy assembly capabilities, with key additions including two heavy-duty lifting gantries, each with a capacity of 1,000 tonnes.
The deal also includes Sefiro self-propelled transporters, along with a large inventory of steel beams and structural components used in complex heavy installation operations.
The gantry systems will primarily be deployed within Felbermayr’s Engineered Solutions division and by Jozef Hermans, supporting large-scale lifting and installation projects.
Enhanced flexibility for complex project execution
According to Peter Stöttinger, managing director of Felbermayr Transport- und Hebetechnik, the additional equipment significantly expands the company’s technical capabilities.
The strengthened Felbermayr heavy assembly capabilities will enable the group to deliver more flexible, customised, and comprehensive solutions for demanding client projects.
Kees Kompier, head of Engineered Solutions at Felbermayr, added that heavy lifting projects are often highly tailored, and the new equipment allows for more precise alignment with specific project requirements.
Deployment across subsidiaries and regional operations
The Sefiro self-propelled transporters will be operated by Jozef Hermans in the Netherlands, where they will support complex industrial relocations and internal factory moves.
Meanwhile, Wimmer Maschinentransporte will utilise the additional equipment for machinery relocation and installation projects, further extending the group’s operational reach.
Increased capacity for time-critical projects
Felbermayr stated that the acquisition will significantly increase its operational capacity, enabling faster response times for time-critical heavy transport and installation projects.
The expanded Felbermayr heavy assembly capabilities position the group to better support large-scale infrastructure, industrial, and engineered lifting operations across Europe.
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About Felbermayr Group
Felbermayr Group is a European provider of heavy lifting, transport, and engineering services, specialising in engineered solutions, heavy assembly, and project logistics. The company operates across multiple countries with a focus on complex industrial and infrastructure projects.
Website: https://www.felbermayr.cc
About Hoffmann Spezialtransporte
Hoffmann Spezialtransporte was a specialist provider of heavy transport and lifting solutions, known for its expertise in complex industrial relocations and engineered transport operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment did Felbermayr acquire from Hoffmann Spezialtransporte?
Felbermayr acquired 1,000 tonne gantry systems, Sefiro self-propelled transporters, and structural components used in heavy installation projects.
How does the acquisition improve Felbermayr’s capabilities?
The acquisition strengthens Felbermayr heavy assembly capabilities, enabling more flexible
and customised solutions for complex lifting and installation projects.
Where will the new equipment be used?
The equipment will be deployed across Felbermayr divisions and subsidiaries, including Jozef Hermans in the Netherlands and Wimmer Maschinentransporte.
What are Sefiro self-propelled transporters used for?
Sefiro transporters are used for industrial relocations, heavy transport, and internal factory moves, particularly in confined or complex environments.
Who is Felbermayr Group?
Felbermayr Group is a European company specialising in heavy lifting, transport, and engineered solutions for large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects.
