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  • Potain MCT 385 hits new heights on world’s tallest bridge

    • The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge was built in one of the most challenging environments imaginable and at a height of 625 m above the river.
    • A Potain MCT 385 played a key role in construction, working with its full 75 m jib and lifting loads of up to 20 t.
    • Its superb structural strength was vital to ensuring reliable performance in tough conditions.
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  • New aftermarket rope cleaner for Grove cranes simplifies and speeds up maintenance

    • The system automates cleaning and lubrication by feeding the wire rope through an aluminum housing equipped with inserts that are easily clamped around it.
    • The inserts and scrapers are currently available to suit 16, 17, 19, 22, and 24 mm rope diameters. Further diameters can be made available upon request.
    • It delivers significant savings in downtime and technician hours, plus greater efficiency in crane operation.
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  • Potain tower cranes support Canada’s $3-billion subway extension project

    • Five Potain MDT tower cranes are working on a massive subway extension in Canada.
    • Potain dealer Cropac Equipment provided the cranes, which have been operational since April 2022.
    • The cranes are helping to build critical infrastructure elements for the new subway route.
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  • Busy start for two new Grove GMK4100L-2 cranes at UK rental company

    • Dewsbury & Proud has a long relationship with Grove, having purchased cranes from the company for over 40 years.
    • The latest versatile additions are compact taxi cranes with a 60 m main boom and a range of Grove’s well-known features plus several customer-specific options.
    • Selecting hi-spec cranes allows Dewsbury & Proud to cover a wide range of jobs including infrastructure projects and industrial maintenance work.
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  • Lights. Camera. Lift! Grove GMK5250XL-1 creates movie magic with Lee Lifting

    • UK rental company Lee Lifting purchased the Grove GMK5250XL-1 all-terrain crane — the highest capacity crane on five axles — for its work in the movie industry.
    • The customizable specs of the crane match the company’s ever-changing needs on film and TV sets and is a great addition to a fleet that already includes a GMK3060L and a GMK5150L.
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  • First Grove GMK3060L-1 cranes in Egypt selected for mega projects

    • The first 60 t GMK3060L-1 all-terrain cranes, together with a number of 30 t RT530E-2 rough-terrain cranes, have arrived in Egypt to support critical mega projects for major development initiatives.
    • Delivered through long-standing dealer Orascom Services, the cranes will be backed by localized training, technical support, and aftersales service.
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Manitowoc and NFT promote safe working across the Gulf with site-wide engagement initiative

  • A focused four-day campaign delivered on-site safety sessions to crane operators and project teams at six major jobsites, including flagship developments at the NEOM megaproject in Saudi Arabia.
  • The initiative reinforces Manitowoc’s long-term commitment to jobsite safety, operator support, and customer engagement.

84 Lumber uses two Potain self-erecting cranes to tackle tight-space apartment build

  • By combining the abilities of the Potain Igo T 130 and Igo T 99, the company was able to overcome severe space limitations in an urban center without needing to reposition the cranes mid-project.
  • The cranes’ remote-controlled operation was crucial to the success of constructing a six-story apartment building in Pittsburgh, enabling the precise placement of large, prefabricated components.
  • Manitowoc’s ongoing support — including parts, service, and training — helped both Stephenson Equipment and R.R.

ABA Crane Hire gets a refresh with two new Grove GMK4100L-2s

  • Two Grove GMK4100L-2 all-terrain cranes have been delivered to ABA Crane Hire, based in the Midlands region of the United Kingdom.
  • The company praises the new counterweight system on the latest generation of 100 t Grove all-terrain cranes and the excellent customer support for aftermarket service from the Manitowoc UK team.

Manitowoc expands capabilities in France with new service facility to the north of Paris

  • Manitowoc opened a new 13,700 m² service facility in Méru to expand support for Potain and Grove cranes in France
  • The facility provides maintenance, parts, storage, and training to keep fleets running efficiently
  • The investment strengthens Manitowoc’s regional presence and reinforces its long-term commitment to customers.  

Manitowoc strengthens presence in Oman with strategic new Grove dealer appointment

  • Majan Equipment and Services is Grove's new authorized dealer in Oman, strengthening local support and market presence.
  • The partnership offers Oman’s key industries access to Grove's reliable lifting solutions and comprehensive aftersales support and training.

Wilhelm Bruns Kranvermietung adds two new Grove all-terrain cranes

  • The company expanded its fleet with a 100 t capacity Grove GMK4100L-2 and 250 t capacity Grove GMK5250XL-1.
  • The two cranes are already delivering productive results for their new owner.

Potain MCT 385 hits new heights on world’s tallest bridge

  • The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge was built in one of the most challenging environments imaginable and at a height of 625 m above the river.
  • A Potain MCT 385 played a key role in construction, working with its full 75 m jib and lifting loads of up to 20 t.
  • Its superb structural strength was vital to ensuring reliable performance in tough conditions.

Four topless Potain cranes delivering stunning Sky Views over Lyon

  • Contractor Fontanel is using an MDT 248, MDT 268, MDT 269 from its fleet plus an MDT 389 L16 leased from Potain local dealer Valente Grue Assistance.
  • With heights under hook up to 78 m, three of the cranes are using the Potain Cab-IN elevator system.
  • The cranes are handling all materials and helping pour over 60 m3 of concrete each day.

Tailored for the tides: Potain Lift Solutions delivers a tower crane built for the future

  • The custom-built Potain MD 689 M25 features a new type of gantry traveling unit, seaside corrosion proofing, and digital connectivity.
  • The crane is a significant investment for the port to grow its capacity and facilitate the loading of larger ships with higher capacities.

Lights. Camera. Lift! Grove GMK5250XL-1 creates movie magic with Lee Lifting

  • UK rental company Lee Lifting purchased the Grove GMK5250XL-1 all-terrain crane — the highest capacity crane on five axles — for its work in the movie industry.
  • The customizable specs of the crane match the company’s ever-changing needs on film and TV sets and is a great addition to a fleet that already includes a GMK3060L and a GMK5150L.

Busy start for two new Grove GMK4100L-2 cranes at UK rental company

  • Dewsbury & Proud has a long relationship with Grove, having purchased cranes from the company for over 40 years.
  • The latest versatile additions are compact taxi cranes with a 60 m main boom and a range of Grove’s well-known features plus several customer-specific options.
  • Selecting hi-spec cranes allows Dewsbury & Proud to cover a wide range of jobs including infrastructure projects and industrial maintenance work.

From one Grove to another: 20 years of lifting success for Nanjing Tengye

  • Ge Liping, founder of Chinese crane rental company Nanjing Tengye, looks back on two decades of success with Grove all-terrain cranes, including a GMK6300L he bought for his 70th birthday.
  • The company’s 20-year relationship with Grove started with the purchase of a GMK6220L in 2004, which helped it carve out a niche in all-terrain lifting in Nanjing.