News and press releases

S1 Vision: Smaller. Smarter. Self-balancing.

S1 Vision GmbH, an innovative spin-off of the Liebherr Group, is developing a brand new generation of autonomous, battery-powered transport solutions in the form of its S1 Vision. In this interview, CEO Altan Enginalev tells us how the prototype could revolutionise material transport in the fields of construction, mining, agriculture and logistics.

Sophie Albrecht receives the French National Order of Merit

Sophie Albrecht received the ‘Médaille de l‘Ordre National du Mérite’ at the Liebherr site in Colmar for her commitment to the economy. The French National Order of Merit was presented to her by the Alsatian politician Brigitte Klinkert who, in her address, praised Sophie Albrecht’s achievements in industry in France and in Alsace, where the Liebherr Group is among the biggest employers.

Liebherr’s fibre rope set for success

More than 300 cranes equipped with fibre rope are already operating successfully on construction sites. Thanks to continuous development in close cooperation with sales partners and customers, this innovative hoist rope now delivers even greater efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. Its repairability, extended service life, and flexible convertibility to steel rope make Fibre cranes more attractive than ever.

Next milestone in Ehingen: the 50,000th Liebherr mobile crane goes to BKL

Liebherr-Werk Ehingen GmbH is celebrating an extraordinary milestone: the delivery of its 50,000th mobile crane. At the beginning of November, an LTM 1300-6.4 was officially handed over to BKL Baukran Logistik GmbH – a symbol of the dynamic development of the site. Since the plant was founded in 1969, Liebherr has continuously increased its production output: in 2006, the 20,000th crane left the plant, followed by the 30,000th just eight years later.

Celebrating 50 years of innovation: Liebherr BOS cranes mark a major milestone

Liebherr marks half a century of BOS crane excellence, driving forward offshore innovation. Since 1975, BOS cranes have been trusted by operators worldwide, known for their robust design and marine adaptability. The latest generation continues this legacy, now featuring an electric variant to meet evolving offshore demands.

Nuh Çimento upgrades port operations with electric portal crane LPS 420

Strategically positioned along the Gulf of İzmit, the port serves as a vital maritime gateway for Nuh Çimento’s outbound logistics. Its infrastructure is tailored for high-throughput bulk handling, supporting continuous vessel operations and streamlined cargo flows that are essential to the company’s export-driven business model.

Fleet always up to date: MAXIKraft orders 1,000 Liebherr cranes in 33 years

What began 33 years ago as a one-man business is now a group of companies with 500 employees at 26 locations. During this time, the MAXIKraft Group has purchased 1,000 cranes with lifting capacities ranging from 30 to 1,000 tonnes from Liebherr. For more than three decades, MAXIKraft has continuously invested in new mobile and crawler cranes to keep the group's fleet at the cutting edge of technology.

German premiere for Liebherr’s most powerful High-Top crane: 1188 EC-H 40 Fibre supports major RWE project in Hürth

A Liebherr 1188 EC-H 40 Fibre is being used for the first time in Germany during the construction of RWE’s new sewage sludge mono-incineration plant in Hürth. The most powerful tower crane in Liebherr’s EC-H series was assembled by WASEL and is supporting the installation of heavy components in confined site conditions. With its innovative fibre technology the crane is making a decisive contribution to the progress of the project.

Steppe: Liebherr quality and Nagel partnership driving construction site success

For Steppe Tief- und Straßenbau GmbH, choosing Liebherr is no coincidence. It is a strategic choice based on essential criteria: the impeccable quality of the machines, the global reputation of the manufacturer and the proximity to a trusted partner. In an industry where maximum performance and absolute reliability are critical, Steppe relies on Liebherr machines to deliver outstanding results even under the toughest conditions.

International training as a solution to the skills shortage

German engineering meets global perspectives: Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH demonstrates how international training can contribute to solving the shortage of skilled workers. In collaboration with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the PAM programme (“Partnerships for development-oriented training and labour migration”), Liebherr is actively promoting the integration of young talent from abroad.

Liebherr commissions new machines for Northern Star Resources

Liebherr-Australia successfully commissioned eight machines in July 2025 for Northern Star Resources – one of the world’s leading gold producers – at two of its operations in Western Australia. These machines join the five PR 776 dozers delivered to Northern Star Resources in February 2025.

KRONE’s BIG Pack HDP II with new main gearbox by Liebherr

At Agritechnica, KRONE presents its BiG Pack 1290 HDP II with a new main gearbox by Liebherr, which further increases the performance and efficiency of the baler.

Liebherr Tower Cranes builds the future of production at its Biberach site

Liebherr-Werk Biberach GmbH, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of tower cranes and mobile construction cranes, will invest a nine-figure sum in the extensive modernisation of its Biberach (Riß) site between now and 2034. The first phase will see several tens of millions going into the renovation and expansion of the production plant. This reflects Liebherr’s strong commitment to both the location and its highly skilled employees in the region.

Ordered at Bauma and delivered for the Oktoberfest: Hölzl takes over Liebherr mobile crane LTM 1150-5.3

Hölzl Kran GmbH from Bad Tölz has expanded its fleet with a Liebherr LTM 1150-5.3 mobile crane. The 66 metre telescopic boom and high lifting capacities with basic ballast were important criteria for the Upper Bavarian company when deciding on the Liebherr 150 tonne crane. The order was placed at Bauma 2025 in Munich, with delivery on time for Oktoberfest, the world's largest folk festival.

Granite mining in the Bavarian Forest: Liebherr’s 10,000th XPower wheel loader joins BERGER's fleet

A milestone machine in a fitting location: The 10,000th Liebherr XPower wheel loader is now hard at work in the Schlag granite quarry operated by BERGER Rohstoffe GmbH in Passau. The ceremonial handover took place in May 2025 at the Liebherr plant in Bischofshofen (Austria). This anniversary machine exemplifies innovation, efficiency and reliability of Liebherr wheel loaders. At its heart is the power-split travel drive, a standard feature on all XPower models.

Liebherr cranes at work for the 2026 Wintergames in Italy

A total of nine Liebherr tower cranes by dealer Niederstätter AG are being used at two major venues for the 2026 Winter Games in Italy, in Predazzo and Milan. In Predazzo, they are supporting the construction of the new ski jumping hills in the Alpine terrain, while in Milan they are proving their worth during the construction of the ARENA MILANO, where space is extremely limited.

Allied Crane Hire takes delivery of first Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 crane in Africa

Having over the years become the recipient of several ‘firsts’ in terms of new Liebherr crane models in South Africa and even in Africa, Allied Crane Hire, a South African-headquartered mobile crane specialist that operates across sub-Saharan Africa, has taken delivery of the very first Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 mobile crane on the continent.

Liebherr-Aerospace at Predictive Aircraft Maintenance Conference 2025

From November 11-12, 2025, Liebherr will showcase its latest service capabilities for health management and join a panel discussion at the annual Predictive Aircraft Maintenance Conference in Dublin (Ireland).