by admin | Oct 13, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Manufacturer News, Workforce News
Revenue and profits at the Kerry-based arm of Swiss crane manufacturer Liebherr soared last year, with demand prompting the division to boost its workforce to more than 840 people. Sales at the Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd. Irish unit jumped 27pc to €325m, while...
by admin | Oct 13, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Manufacturer News
Kito Corp, a Japanese crane maker, is hoping to beef up its European presence by bidding for Germany-based Stahl CraneSystems. Kito, founded in 1932, established a unit in Germany a decade ago but the company has never been able to create a big presence in the EU, the...
by admin | Oct 12, 2016 | Constuction & Business News
Japan’s core machinery orders fell much less than expected in August, suggesting a relatively firm pickup in capital expenditure that is seen as crucial for sustainable economic growth. Cabinet Office data on Wednesday showed core machinery orders, a highly...
by admin | Oct 10, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Manufacturer News
In June, Konecranes introduced the new BOXPORTER RMG to market at the TOC Europe exhibition. In September, Konecranes signed a deal with the Port of Koper in Slovenia for delivery of the first BOXPORTER RMG unit. It will be delivered in 2017. The operator of the Port...
by admin | Oct 10, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Manufacturer News
PEORIA, IL — Students who toured the Caterpillar Visitors Center weren’t just checking out the big machines on display. About 50 students from the Special Education Association of Peoria County learned about a possible career in manufacturing for individuals...
by admin | Oct 10, 2016 | Constuction & Business News, Crane & Lifting News, Manufacturer News
Hiab, has received an order for five HIAB X-HiDuo 158 cranes from the French customer Noblet Cotra specialized in public work and construction. The order was preliminary confirmed in connection to the IAA exhibition in Hannover, Germany. The renewed HIAB X-HiDuo 158...