Global Crane Services Expands Fleet with Two New Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 Cranes
- Meagan Wood
- Apr 22
- 3 min read
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Global Crane Services has strengthened its lifting fleet with two new Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 all terrain cranes. The 250-tonne cranes enhance the company’s mobile lifting capabilities across Scotland and follow the recent addition of a Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 earlier in 2026.
Global Crane Services Adds Two Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 Cranes
Scottish crane rental and heavy haulage company Global Crane Services has taken delivery of two new 250-tonne Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 all terrain cranes.
The latest additions form part of the company’s continued fleet expansion strategy and further strengthen its heavy lifting capabilities across the United Kingdom.
The delivery follows closely behind the arrival of a 700-tonne Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1, which joined the company’s fleet earlier this year.
The official handover took place at Liebherr’s manufacturing facility in Ehingen, Germany.
Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 Delivers Strong Lifting Performance and Flexibility
The Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 is one of the most widely used 250-tonne all terrain cranes in the heavy lifting sector.
Six-Section Boom Provides Long Reach Capability
The crane features:
A six-section 60-metre main boom
A 36-metre bi-fold swingaway extension
Extension inserts increasing total reach to 50 metres
Hydraulic offset capability of up to 45 degrees
This configuration provides strong lifting flexibility for a wide range of infrastructure, industrial, energy, and construction applications.
Five-Axle Design Supports Efficient Mobilisation
The five-axle all terrain design allows the crane to combine high lifting capacity with strong road mobility, making it suitable for both urban projects and remote heavy lifting operations.
The cranes will support Global Crane Services’ growing workload across Scotland and the wider UK market.
Liebherr and Global Continue Longstanding Partnership
Representatives from Global Crane Services travelled to Germany to inspect the cranes ahead of delivery.
Liebherr Highlights Ongoing Customer Relationship
Liebherr UK Sales Manager Lyle Sibbald welcomed the Global team during the handover process.
“Thanks to Gordon Harper and Craig Graham from Global, who came to Ehingen to see the first of the two new cranes before it leaves for Aberdeen,” said Sibbald.
The delivery further strengthens the longstanding relationship between Global Crane Services and Liebherr.
Global Crane Services Continues Investing in Large Crane Fleet
Global Crane Services has steadily expanded its lifting operations since its formation in 2013.
Company Operates Extensive Liebherr Fleet
The company now operates a fleet of approximately:
70 Liebherr cranes
Two Liebherr LG 1750 lattice wheeled mobile cranes
A 600-tonne Terex/Demag TC 2800-1 lattice truck crane
The business provides crane hire, heavy lifting, and heavy haulage services across multiple industrial sectors.
Business Built on Longstanding Heavy Lifting Experience
Global Crane Services was established as a division of Global Port Services following the acquisition of Port Services Group, a company with operational roots dating back to 1986.
Today, the company supports projects across:
Infrastructure
Renewable energy
Oil and gas
Industrial construction
Ports and logistics
About Global Crane Services
Global Crane Services is a Scotland-based crane rental, heavy lifting, and heavy haulage company headquartered in Aberdeen. The business provides mobile crane hire and specialist lifting services across infrastructure, energy, industrial, and marine sectors throughout the United Kingdom.
The company operates one of the UK’s largest fleets of Liebherr mobile cranes alongside specialist heavy transport equipment.
About Liebherr
Founded in 1949, the Liebherr Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction and heavy lifting equipment. The company produces a broad portfolio of cranes, earthmoving machinery, mining equipment, and industrial technologies serving infrastructure, logistics, energy, and construction industries worldwide.
Liebherr’s mobile crane division is internationally recognised for advanced all terrain crane technology and heavy lifting solutions.
Website:https://www.liebherr.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What cranes did Global Crane Services purchase?
Global Crane Services purchased two Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 all terrain cranes.
What is the lifting capacity of the LTM 1250-5.1?
The Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 has a maximum lifting capacity of 250 tonnes.
What boom length does the crane offer?
The crane features a 60-metre main boom and a bi-fold swingaway extension extending reach up to 50 metres.
Where was the crane handover completed?
The cranes were handed over at Liebherr’s facility in Ehingen, Germany.
How large is Global Crane Services’ fleet?
Global Crane Services operates a fleet including approximately 70 Liebherr cranes and several large lattice boom cranes.
