Liebherr Celebrates Production of Its 2,000th Mobile Harbour Crane
- Meagan Wood
- Mar 19, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Jan 1
30-Second Takeaway
Liebherr has reached a historic milestone with the production of its 2,000th mobile harbour crane (LHM) at its Rostock facility. The milestone crane a specially configured LHM 600 has been delivered to Marcegaglia and will operate at the Port of Ravenna, Italy, symbolising five decades of maritime innovation, engineering excellence, and a long-standing partnership between two family-owned industrial leaders.
Five Decades at the Forefront of Mobile Harbour Cranes
For 50 years, Liebherr has played a defining role in the development of mobile harbour crane technology, securing its position as the global market leader for more than 15 consecutive years. The production of the 2,000th LHM at Liebherr’s Rostock,
Germany facility marks a major milestone in the company’s maritime history.
This achievement reflects not only Liebherr’s manufacturing scale, but also its continued focus on performance, versatility, and long-term customer partnerships within the global port and logistics sector.
The 2,000th LHM: A Bespoke LHM 600 for Marcegaglia
The milestone crane is a custom-configured Liebherr LHM 600, built specifically for Marcegaglia, one of Europe’s leading steel processing companies.
Key Specifications:
Maximum lifting capacity: 154 tonnes
Outreach: 61 metres
Vessel class: Up to New-Panamax
Applications: Steel coils, billets, plates, containers, bulk and general cargo
The crane will become the sixth Liebherr mobile harbour crane in Marcegaglia’s fleet and will play a central role in handling steel products at the Port of Ravenna.
Designed for Performance, Versatility, and Precision
The LHM 600 combines high lifting capacity, long outreach, and advanced hydrostatic drive technology, allowing for smooth, precise cargo handling across a wide range of port operations.
Equipped with multiple attachments, the crane can seamlessly transition between:
Steel products (coils, sheets, strips)
Containers
General cargo
Bulk materials
Advanced control systems ensure efficient workflows, reduced cycle times, and maximum operational flexibility, supporting Marcegaglia’s logistics strategy.
A Symbol of Innovation and Partnership
What sets the 2,000th LHM apart is its hand-crafted slewing platform design, created as a tribute to both the crane’s origin and destination.
Dual-Sided Design Concept:
Italian Side:
Basilica di Sant’Apollinare Nuovo (Ravenna landmark)
Dock workers in action
Italian inscription
German Side:
Lighthouse symbolising maritime heritage
Dock workers from Liebherr and Marcegaglia
German inscription
This unique design reflects the fusion of German engineering precision and Italian industrial tradition, celebrating decades of collaboration between Liebherr Rostock and Marcegaglia.
A Partnership Built Over Decades
T
he collaboration between Liebherr and Marcegaglia dates back to 2001, when the first LHM 400 entered service at the Port of Ravenna. Since then, the fleet has steadily expanded, each crane reinforcing operational capability and logistical efficiency.
With the LHM 600 now the largest mobile harbour crane in Ravenna, Marcegaglia continues to invest in modern port infrastructure backed by Liebherr’s global service network.
Looking Ahead
A formal handover ceremony will take place in Ravenna this summer, celebrating both the milestone crane and the enduring partnership between the two companies.
“This milestone LHM 600 exemplifies our commitment to delivering innovative solutions for our customers,” Andreas Ritschel, General Manager of Sales, Mobile Harbour Cranes, Liebherr-Rostock GmbH
The 2,000th LHM stands as a powerful symbol of innovation, reliability, and shared values, driving the future of maritime logistics.
About Marcegaglia
Marcegaglia is a global industrial group specializing in steel processing and transformation, supplying finished and semi-finished steel products to customers across a wide range of sectors. With extensive logistics and port-facing operations, Marcegaglia supports high-throughput handling of products such as steel coils, billets, plates, sheets, and strips, enabling efficient movement from production to end markets. The company’s operations in Ravenna play an important role in supporting steel logistics and distribution in the region.
Learn more: https://www.marcegaglia.com/
About Liebherr-Rostock GmbH
Liebherr-Rostock GmbH is one of the leading European manufacturers of maritime handling solutions. The product range includes ship cranes, mobile harbour cranes, and offshore cranes, as well as reachstackers and components for container cranes. The Rostock facility supports customers worldwide with engineering expertise, production capability, and service support tailored to port and maritime applications.
About the Liebherr Group
The Liebherr Group is a family-run technology company with a highly diversified product programme. The company is one of the largest construction equipment manufacturers in the world. It also provides high-quality, user-oriented products and services in a wide range of other areas. The Liebherr Group includes over 150 companies across all continents. In 2023, it employed more than 50,000 staff and achieved combined revenues of over 14 billion euros. Liebherr was founded by Hans Liebherr in 1949 in the southern German town of Kirchdorf an der Iller. Since then, employees have pursued the goal of achieving continuous technological innovation and delivering industry-leading solutions to customers.
Learn more: https://www.liebherr.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
What milestone has Liebherr achieved?
Liebherr has produced its 2,000th mobile harbour crane at its Rostock facility.
Which model is the 2,000th LHM?
The milestone crane is a Liebherr LHM 600, specially configured for Marcegaglia.
Where will the crane operate?
The LHM 600 will operate at the Port of Ravenna, Italy.
What is the lifting capacity of the LHM 600?
The crane offers a maximum lifting capacity of 154 tonnes.
What types of cargo can the LHM 600 handle?
Steel products, containers, general cargo, and bulk materials.
How many Liebherr mobile harbour cranes does Marcegaglia operate?
The LHM 600 is the sixth Liebherr mobile harbour crane in Marcegaglia’s fleet.
