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Bodarwé, Liebherr and SOMTP: Long-standing partnership and powerful machine capability

The Bodarwé family company has been operating in eastern Belgium for almost 90 years. The foundation stone was laid in 1937 by Jean Bodarwé, the company founder and great-grandfather of the current directors. The company relies on a comprehensive Liebherr fleet for the demanding tasks in the quarries and earthworks: powerful mobile and crawler excavators as well as XPower wheel loaders, which ensure maximum efficiency even under extreme conditions.

Hands on the future at Conexpo 2026: Liebherr previews expanded portfolio and digital solutions

At Conexpo 2026, Liebherr will once again rank among the show’s largest exhibitors, delivering a hands-on the future experience of construction. Leveraging its expanded presence the company will unveil new machines, demonstrate mature digital solutions, and underline its long-term investment in the U.S. and North American construction markets.

Liebherr, MAN and Daimler Truck showcase the construction site of the future: low emissions thanks to hydrogen

At a gravel plant in Munich, a Liebherr large wheel loader is loading trucks from MAN and Daimler Truck. What appears to be a routine operation is actually a milestone: all three machines are powered by hydrogen engines, operating largely CO2-free and setting new standards for sustainable construction site logistics. The operation offers a glimpse into the future and proves that low-emission construction sites are already possible today.

Liebherr introduces the T48-8s telescopic handler: more reach, more height, more versatility

Liebherr expands its successful range of telescopic handlers with the launch of the new Liebherr T48-8s. The model combines the proven performance and comfort of the T55-7s with an extended working range, offering a maximum lift height of 8 metres and a maximum load capacity of 4.8 tonnes. Sales will officially commence at Bauma 2025, with deliveries already underway.

‘Powerful deals. Powerful benefits.’: Liebherr kicks off 2026 with Power Deals

New Year's resolutions? With the Power Deals nothing stands in the way of making them a reality. Liebherr is offering three promotions for selected earthmoving and material handling machines. Power Deal 1: A financing subsidy for the purchase of wheeled excavators, dump truck and material handlers. Power Deal 2: An anniversary promotion in the first half of 2026 to mark the 10th birthday of XPower wheel loaders. Power Deal 3: Up to 15 % discount on wheeled excavator tyres.

Significant developments for the Liebherr generation 8 crawler excavators

As part of the developments of the generation 8 crawler excavators, Liebherr is expanding its range: Numerous new settings are now available for the R 922 to R 945 G8 crawler excavators. Thanks to the integration of optional and standard assistance systems, generation 8 offers increased productivity and optimum efficiency with advanced functions.

Whitnell plant chooses Liebherr PR 736 G8 for versatile earthmoving operations

Family values and engineering excellence come together at Whitnell Plant, where father and son, Lionel and Matt Whitnell, continue a long-standing tradition of hands-on earthmoving expertise. Over decades in the industry, Lionel has built a reputation for skill and commitment, knowledge he now passes directly to Matt as they run the company together.

Wheel loaders in focus: 5 features that make the L 580 LogHandler XPower a timber professional

Timber handling requires power, precision and safety. Efficient processes are essential when feeding, debarking and sorting plants, as well as transporting and stacking round timber. Liebherr developed the L 580 LogHandler XPower - specifically for these tasks – a wheel loader that features specially designed lift arms, various grapple options and the highly efficient XPower travel drive.

Liebherr doubles maintenance interval to 1,000 operating hours

More efficiency, less downtime – 1,000 instead of 500 operating hours: Liebherr doubles the maintenance interval for its Generation 6 material handling machines. While the first two maintenance intervals remain at 500 and 1,000 operating hours respectively, Liebherr is introducing the new interval from the third maintenance onwards. This is made possible by various optimisations in conjunction with Liebherr original spare parts and Liebherr lubricants in the corresponding machines.

Wienerberger GmbH has been working with Liebherr and Nagel for over 40 years

Since 1984, the German company Wienerberger GmbH, which specialises in the extraction of raw materials and production of clay bricks, has been working closely with Liebherr and its local sales and service partner, Nagel. This long-standing partnership is based on mutual trust, consistently high service quality and continuous further technological development of products.

Liebherr at MXGP Latvia 2025: Ensuring track excellence amid challenging conditions

The 2025 MXGP of Latvia, held on June 7–8 at the Zelta Zirgs Motocenter in Ķegums, presented a formidable challenge for riders and organizers alike. Persistent rainfall leading up to the event transformed the track into a demanding, muddy circuit. In this context, Liebherr's PR 716 crawler dozers played a crucial role in maintaining track integrity and ensuring a safe environment for competitors.

Two Liebherr excavators that differ through 55 years of mechanical development: a story about passion, technology and durability

Two crawler excavators came together on a construction site in Münsterland. Both are Liebherr machines, but there are 55 years of machine development between them. One is a Liebherr R 901 from 1968, weighing around 10 tonnes and with an angular design. It has been lovingly restored. The other: an ultra-modern Liebherr R 978 SME weighing over 80 tonnes with high-tech equipment, developed for the quarrying industry. The two exhibits share a common history.

Focus on winter service: 5 powerful Liebherr wheel loaders built for snow and ice

When harsh winter weather hits roads, pavements and industrial sites, you need machines you can rely on. Liebherr wheel loaders tackle a wide range of winter tasks – from clearing narrow paths and residential streets to keeping large yards and logistics hubs open.

Geiger + Schüle: Over 100 Liebherr machines in operation with Nagel

Geiger + Schüle is a family-run company based in Ulm that carries out road and sewer construction work as well as general construction projects. Reliability, robustness and machine availability are crucial, especially in these demanding areas of application – and this is exactly what Liebherr machines are all about.

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.

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.

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.

Focus on wheel loaders: 6 unusual applications beyond the traditional construction site

Wheel loaders are a familiar sight on construction sites, in quarries or gravel pits. However, their range of applications is far more diverse than one might initially assume. Liebherr wheel loaders are in use across the globe – not only where construction, excavation or loading is taking place.