News and press releases

Liebherr R 978 SME crawler excavator: impressively low fuel consumption and precise operation

The R 978 SME crawler excavator, developed and manufactured by Liebherr France SAS in Colmar, France, has quickly proven its value at the Beynon sand quarry. Weiging in at 78.5 tonnes, the machine has been engineered for the most demanding environments and is currently being used for direct excavation of highly abrasive rock.

T 60-9s on display: Liebherr’s versatile telescopic handler for defence and civil protection

Liebherr presents the T 60-9s Telescopic Handler at this year’s RÜ.NET, the premier trade fair dedicated to defense and civil protection applications. As a key member of our telescopic handler range, the T 60-9s is recognized for its robust performance and versatility, making it an ideal solution for a wide range of logistical support tasks.

Multifunctional in military use: the Liebherr TA 230 as a carrier vehicle

It is robust, powerful and flexible: the Liebherr TA 230. Liebherr presents the TA 230 for the first time as a carrier vehicle specifically for military use at the 7th User Forum on Armament and Utilisation in Koblenz from 3 to 4 September. As a carrier vehicle, this powerful machine is suitable for a wide range of applications.

Nordbau 2025: Liebherr presents construction machines for a wide range of applications

From 10 to 14 September 2025, Liebherr is exhibiting three construction machines at the Nordbau trade fair at the Holstenhallen Congress Centre in Neumünster. At booth N 224 in the northern outdoor area, the Group will be exhibiting products from the deep foundation and earthmoving product segments. In the pavilion at the booth, visitors are offered the opportunity to find out more about Liebherr’s remanufacturing programme.

Wheel loaders in focus: 5 good reasons to choose Liebherr stereoloaders - not only in confined spaces

When space is limited, Liebherr Stereoloaders truly come into their own. These compact wheel loaders are among the most manoeuvrable in their class, thanks to Liebherr’s unique stereo steering system, which enables highly flexible and precise driving behaviour. The range includes four models – L 507, L 509, L 514, and L 518 – each designed to deliver outstanding performance in tight environments.

Danish waste company ARC invests in eight battery-electric Liebherr L 507 E wheel loaders to cut CO2

The Danish waste management company Amager Ressourcecenter (ARC) manages waste disposal for several municipalities in the greater Copenhagen area. ARC has set itself the goal of consistently reducing its CO₂ emissions to a minimum. After more than 200 electric refuse collection vehicles, the wheel loader fleet has been electrified – consisting of eight new battery-electric wheel loaders L 507 E from Liebherr.

Free Modelling: Improving efficiency in construction site management

The Liebherr Free Modelling assistance system enables 3D construction sites to be modelled in real time. This improves project workflows, the quality of construction work and the planning of resource deployment − which saves significant time and costs. The user-friendly interface impresses with clear visualisations: Users can switch between different views, zoom in on specific areas and easily customise 3D models.

Liebherr Turkey and DSI agree on major dozer deal

Liebherr Turkey has reached an agreement with Turkey’s General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works (DSİ Devlet Su İşleri) for the delivery of 130 crawler tractors. The order includes 120 units of the PR 756 Litronic and 10 units of the PR 736 Litronic. Production of the machines will begin shortly at the Liebherr facility in Telfs, Austria.

Focus on wheel loaders: 11 exciting highlights from Liebherr's success story

What began with the first prototypes in the 1950s has grown into a remarkable success story. Liebherr has played a key role in shaping the development of wheel loaders over the decades—driven by technical excellence, a pioneering spirit, and a forward-looking vision. Explore eleven selected development steps that trace the transformation of Liebherr wheel loaders—from early experimental models to today’s intelligent, high-performance machines.

Two new Liebherr special excavators optimise Bethell's civil engineering performance

The family-owned company Bethell specialises in excavation and shaft sinking for urban infrastructure projects in the United Kingdom and has recently expanded its fleet with two Liebherr R 930 crawler excavators and a Liebherr LTR 1060 telescopic crawler crane.

Universal machine in the fleet of Jüly Abfallservice GmbH

The Liebherr T 60-9s telescopic handler, equipped with solid rubber tyres, a hydraulic quick-release system, and a shovel with a holding device, is ready for all operations at the Austrian company Jüly Abfallservice GmbH.

Liebherr R 980 Demolition: Hercal leads the way with the largest demolition excavator in the Iberian Peninsula

Hercal has invested in the first R 980 Demolition excavator in the Iberian Peninsula, firmly establishing it as the flagship of its machinery fleet. This excavator marks a significant qualitative leap in Hercal’s service offering, providing clients with a unique, innovative solution tailored to their needs. Hercal's R 980 Demolition excavator will work on high-altitude demolition projects and mechanical demolition where time and performance are vital for its clients.

Application for a construction permit for the future Liebherr-EMtec Nambsheim production site in Alsace

Start of production at Liebherr-EMtec Nambsheim, a new Liebherr Group production site in Alsace, is scheduled for 2028. The submissions of the construction permit application marks a key milestone in the realisation of the site and underlines the Group’s continued commitment to the region.

Focus on wheel loaders: 6 applications showcasing Liebherr’s top performance

Wheel loaders are real all-rounders - powerful, efficient and versatile. Whether in the quarry, at the recycling centre, in gardening and landscaping, on construction sites or underground: Liebherr machines show what they are capable of in a wide variety of industries. They not only impress with their efficient material handling, but also with their innovative technology and maximum reliability. Here are six exciting applications in which wheel loaders achieve great things every day.

Powering the composting cycle: Liebherr wheel loaders and the circular economy in Switzerland

Every year, the Association for Waste Disposal processes around 50,000 m³ of green waste in the Swiss canton of St. Gallen. A decomposition process lasting several months results in the finest fresh compost, which is refined by the company Terre Suisse, as one of several customers, in further processing steps to form high-quality substrates and potting soil. Both the latest generation and older models of mid-sized Liebherr wheel loaders play an important role in this production process.

New fleet members: Steppe relies on compact loaders from Liebherr

Steppe Tief- und Straßenbau GmbH is a family-run company specializing in comprehensive construction services in the fields of road, canal, and earthworks. For many years, the German company based in Altenmünster (Bavaria) has relied on the quality of Liebherr.

Press kit: Ligna 2025

All press releases from Liebherr for Ligna 2025 in Hanover (Germany) are published here.

Showcasing the Liebherr T 60-9s at Ligna 2025

Timber handling requires machines that are both reliable and precise. At Ligna 2025, Liebherr will showcase the T 60-9s telescopic handler, a model well-suited to the challenges of the wood industry.