Crane Business

Global construction output will fall – 4.9% this year according to forecasting company IHS Global Insight.

A Liverpool MP slammed delays in improving crane safety on building sites.

Several equipment manufacturers and a crane rental company have reported their most recent financial results. Here is a brief overview.

The largest Potain tower crane ever erected in Indonesia, an MD 1100, has been put to work at a shipyard in Medan, North Sumatra.

Two new Liebherr companies will strengthen the manufacturer’s presence in Turkey and Azerbaijan. Improved customer support will be achieved by optimising after-sales service, including repairs and the supply of spare parts, Liebherr said.

For years big corporations ruled the world, and the business world – not any more. Most of them are hurting – wounded – dying – or dead.

Third-quarter 2009 net sales in Manitowoc’s Crane segment were US$ 479.5 million, down 52% from $991.0 million in the same period of 2008.

YORK, PA – Operator Network, a part of GGS Technical Publication Services, has recently announced the addition of Chris Langley to its development and sales staff.

Eagle West Cranes helps with U2’s 360 Tour stage set-up.

he construction site of a coal fired power station in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, is home to around 20 Liebherr tower cranes.