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  • Fast-growing Indian real estate company Aparna Group expands with major order for Potain cranes

    • Aparna Group is boosting its capabilities with a large number of Potain MCT 85 cranes. The company now has over 40 cranes in its fleet. 
    • The latest deliveries have been put straight to work on a mix of the company’s high-profile real estate projects.

  • Tatuapé Cranes expands fleet and service capabilities with Grove GMK6450-1

    • Since its delivery, the new crane has been actively involved in major projects like the São Paulo subway expansion.
    • Capacity, reach, and quick assembly were key factors in Tatuapé’s purchasing decision.
    • With a 450 t capacity, the GMK6450-1 enhances Tatuapé’s portfolio to meet demands in the 400 t to 500 t range.

  • South Korea’s Lee Gang adds a Grove GMK5250XL-1 to the fleet

    • The customer will use the Grove GMK5250XL-1 to support the construction of a new semiconductor plant in South Korea, a major hub for microelectronics.
    • The all-terrain crane was chosen for its compact five-axle design, extended reach, and high capacity. 

  • New extended service coverage available for Grove all-terrain cranes in North America

    • Coverage options provide protection against unexpected repair costs, with three service levels available to meet the diverse needs of owners.
    • Benefits include the unprecedented “Coverage Pause” option, which allows the coverage period to be paused and extended (refer to Terms & Conditions for details).

  • NFT expands into Hong Kong as new Potain dealer

    • NFT, the world’s largest owner of Potain cranes, was appointed as a Potain dealer in Hong Kong, offering sales, rental, and service support for tower cranes.
    • To celebrate its appointment, NFT Hong Kong hosted a gala event in July 2024 attended by customers and partners, and senior leaders from Manitowoc

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Four Potain MCT 385 topless cranes deliver record-breaking Indian bridge project

• With pylons reaching 182 m tall, the cable-stayed bridge over the Tiger Valley is India’s highest and forms a vital part of the Pune-Mumbai Missing Link Project.
• The four cranes were acquired and erected by Afcons in 2021, with jib lengths of 50 m.
• Their ease of transport helped to mitigate the difficult road conditions on the way to the site.

Additional MLC300 with VPC-MAX boosts Wilkerson Crane Rental’s capacity for the largest tasks

• A third Manitowoc MLC300 crawler crane with VPC-MAX® and Wide Boom Plus further equips the crane and equipment rental company to compete for wind farm construction and maintenance jobs.
• The MLC300’s maneuverability has already proven advantageous on wind farm and tilt-wall projects; it will soon head off to work on a major factory construction project.
 

MSG Krandienst’s new Grove GMK6400-1 aces its first job

• MSG Krandienst’s new all-terrain crane, the Grove GMK6400-1, impressed everyone with its outstanding performance during its first job – recovering a derailed train.
• The crane’s quick setup, class-leading load management, intuitive controls, and excellent operator comfort proved invaluable in the successful operation.

Potain cranes chosen for major new high-speed rail link in the UK

• The joint-venture managing construction will use 11 Potain MR 225 A luffing jib cranes to construct the Colne Valley Viaduct in northwest London as part of the high-speed rail line.
• Once complete, the viaduct will be the longest railway bridge in the UK and carry trains 3.4 km across a series of lakes and waterways between Hillingdon and the M25 highway.
• All 11 of the 14 t capacity cranes will be configured with 50 m jibs and used to lift concrete formwork and precast sections.

Manitowoc dealers gather in Singapore to share best practices and growth opportunities

• The presentations discussed how Manitowoc and its dealers can help customers get more value from products and services.
• There was also an Awards Ceremony to recognize many of the top-performing dealers.

Implenia partners with Stirnimann and Potain on Central Malley project in Switzerland

• When Implenia needed cranes for a complex construction project in western Lausanne, Switzerland, Potain dealer Stirnimann offered a holistic and tailored approach to meet the demands of the site.
• The solution involved one Potain MDT 308 and three MDT 389 top-slewing tower cranes to lift materials for buildings up to 80 m in height close to the railway line.
• Stirnimann’s longstanding expertise and dedication to customer service ensured a seamless process for the design and assembly of the cranes.

MBA students take educational trip to Manitowoc in Singapore

• The visit was organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Singapore in association with CUOA Business School.

Limestone mine in Turkey hails rock-solid performance of Grove GRT8120

• Yil-Mer, one of Turkey’s leading limestone producers, has purchased the country’s first Grove GRT8120 rough-terrain crane.
• The crane’s durable design and powerful lifting performance make it ideal for the demanding work in the mine.

Azimut Construction purchases Azerbaijan’s first Potain MCT 275 for residential project

• Developer and contractor Azimut Construction received the new crane for its Premium Residence building, which is currently under construction.
• The company purchased Azerbaijan’s first Potain MCT 275 topless crane after positive experiences with its MC 235C

First Potain MCT 275 cranes in Georgia build prestigious Central Park Towers project

• The two topless Potain cranes are helping to transform the largest district in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi with the creation of a new multifunctional hotel hub – Central Park Towers
• Capacities of up to 2.3 t at the jib end make the cranes perfect for work on this high-rise development.

Compact and powerful: Potain MCT 565 A crane debuts in Singapore

The first Potain MCT 565 A crane, which was launched in June 2022, has been delivered to a project in Singapore. The jobsite comprises three residential blocks and is expected to be completed in June 2025.

Grove GMK5150XL joins Kranverleih Wilhelm’s fleet

• German crane rental company Kranverleih Wilhelm has added a new Grove GMK5150XL all-terrain crane to its fleet
• The crane’s first job involved lifting and moving private yachts of up to 14 t at a site near Münsterdorf
• Kranverleih Wilhelm specializes in taxi cranes for projects with limited space