News and press releases

Spectacular Dredging Application of a New Liebherr Duty Cycle Crawler Crane in the Swiss Alps

A 130-tonne duty cycle crawler crane from Liebherr is currently operating in the midst of an imposing mountain backdrop in the Swiss canton of Ticino. Its task is to free the reservoir’s drain of deposited sediment. For this purpose the machine, which is fitted on a barge, is equipped with a specially designed mechanical clamshell bucket.

John Deere Power Systems and Liebherr Machines Bulle announce engine collaboration

John Deere Power Systems and Liebherr Machines Bulle SA announced today they have entered into an agreement to jointly evaluate engine technologies, designs, and development processes that may be useful for developing and producing future power needs of each company. The two companies have indicated that the collaboration will be targeted towards specific horsepower and displacement ranges.

Liebherr concrete mixing plant used to expand second largest airport in Russia

A high-performance Liebherr mixing plant is currently being used to expand an airport in Moscow and is supplying concrete for a new runway.

Liebherr Machines at the Suez Canal

Ten Liebherr duty cycle crawler cranes and crawler cranes are currently in operation at the Suez Canal as part of a multibillion project.

Infrastructure Project at the Suez Canal with Duty Cycle Crawler Cranes and Crawler Cranes from Liebherr

A total of ten Liebherr duty cycle crawler cranes and crawler cranes are currently in operation at the Suez Canal as part of a multibillion project. A HS 8100 HD duty cycle crawler crane of the newest generation belonging to the German company Züblin is among the machines deployed to assist in the construction of two road tunnels under the Suez Canal near the city of Port Said in North Egypt.

Indian crane contractor JNK Lifters takes delivery of Liebherr LTM 1250-5.1 mobile crane at the Bauma Conexpo India

Crane rental company JNK Lifters based in Mumbai took delivery of a new LTM 1250-5.1 mobile crane at the Liebherr stand at the Bauma Conexpo India construction machinery trade show. The high lifting capacity of the 5-axle machine and its VarioBase® variable support base with the main criteria behind the purchase. This new Liebherr crane sees JNK Lifters expand its mobile crane range significantly upwards.

Liebherr-Aerospace Participating for the First Time at Aero India

Liebherr-Aerospace, a leading supplier for the international aviation industry, participates for the very first time at Aero India, taking place from February 14 to 18, 2017 at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bangalore. The company’s stand No. C 3.1b as part of the German Pavilion can be found in Hall C.

Liebherr also on training tour for retailers in 2017

Consulting quality and product knowledge are key factors for the successful sale and marketing of premium products. Hence why Liebherr offers its retail partners a comprehensive training programme.

Grúas Rigar relocates construction crane at the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona using Liebherr LTM 1500-8.1 mobile crane

Spanish crane contractor Grúas Rigar demonstrated a very high level of professionalism in November when tackling a difficult crane job at the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. One of the three massive construction cranes had to be relocated. Rigar used one of its largest telescopic cranes, a Liebherr LTM 1500-8.1, to tackle the job. An unusual crane job featuring logistic challenges.

The largest roller-bearing slewing ring: Liebherr delivers a bearing with diameter of ten meters

In addition to the standard series with a range of diameters from 800 mm to 6,000 mm Liebherr now offers larger diameters in single-piece as well as segmented versions. The largest roller bearing slewing ring to date, with an outer diameter of around ten metres, was recently completed at the Liebherr site in Biberach (Germany).

Perth branch leads the way to Safety through Innovation

Liebherr-Australia Perth branch was recently recognised as gaining Second place in the Innovation Category for the 2016 IFAP/CGU Safe Way Awards.

Ensuring Service Quality worldwide: The Liebherr Mining Service Excellence Program

The Service Excellence Program is a systematic approach to achieve the highest standards in Customer Service, applied consistently across the Mining Division, based on best practice from globally shared experience. It covers the Customer Service in its whole: Customer Support, Remanufacturing and Parts Business.

Double win at Dakar 2017

Despite harsh weather conditions, serious obstacles and tough competition, KAMAZ-Master-Team won the first and second prizes at Dakar 2017.

Double win at Dakar 2017

Despite harsh weather conditions, serious obstacles and tough competition, KAMAZ-Master-Team won the first and second prizes at Dakar 2017.

Entry into Service: Liebherr-Aerospace on board the CS300 commercial aircraft

The CS300 aircraft made its first commercial flight in airBaltic livery in December 2016. Liebherr supplies major systems for this new aircraft.

Rocky Point Mulching – Australian Farmer Of The Year 2016 Winners

Rocky Point Mulching is a third-generation family owned and operated business, which focuses on environmental sustainability, renewable resources and recovery development.

Liebherr’s participation at Conexpo Con/Agg 2017

During Conexpo Con/Agg 2017, Liebherr will present an extensive selection of its Earthmoving, Material Handling and Construction Equipment product range. The Liebherr outdoor booth will be located at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Gold lot G4637.

Grúas Moviles Mix adds Liebherr mobile cranes to its fleet

Grúas Moviles Mix recently added two more Liebherr mobile cranes, an LTC 1050-3.1 and an LTM 1130-5.1 to its fleet. Moviles Mix is very keen on the compact dimensions and the VarioBase® variable support system on the LTC 1050-3.1. These enable the Liebherr mobile crane to deliver increased capacity and also make it extremely safe and flexible to use.