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Huisman to build automated stacking cranes
Company sets sights on ports and logistics market
Link-Belt names top distributors for 2023
The distributors are based on overall performance in marketing, sales and support of Link-Belt cranes.
Wagenborg adds 60 tonne hybrid all terrain crane
Customer requests for sustainable equipment triggered addition of hybrid crane from XCMG
New UK dealer for Jekko
Foster Cranes is Jekko’s new exclusive dealer in the UK
US Army awards $155 million trailer contract
New five year deal for US manufacturer to supply semitrailers to the US Army
How to position your business for success in 2024
Joel Dandrea, CEO of SC&RA, shares his opinion on how to navigate business trends in 2024
Could the drive to decarbonise military forces present an opportunity for construction companies?
As some of the world’s biggest militaries start to look at ways to cut their carbon emissions, could there be opportunities for construction companies?
Deadline extended for Specialized Lifting 50!
Submit a form by the new deadline of Friday, February 9th to qualify for our list. 
Hospital job for more than a dozen Wolff tower cranes
No superstition in sight on 13 crane project in Germany for Wolffkran, Ed. Züblin AG and ARGE US-Klinikum Weilerbach
WHECO acquired by Steel River
New owner for USA-based specialist crane and equipment repair company
What’s going on in the North American SPMT market?
As SPMT usage has grown, these versatile machines are expanding into new markets.
Crunch time for EU heavy transport reform
Decision imminent on harmonisation and reform of rules for abnormal road transport
Apprenticeships help OEMs with employee recruitment, retention
Manufacturers can make use of apprenticeship programs to foster loyalty in employees and gain a high-quality workforce.
What are the benefits of drones in specialized transport?
A drone is a tool that is great for imagery, but it can also be used to assist a specialized transport team in several aspects of the project
CR Holland Crane Service acquired
Barnhart Crane and Rigging has purchased the Forest City, Iowa, USA-based company
Cargotec sales up across the board in 2023
Rise in sales and operating profit, Kalmar separation continues
How using refurbished cranes saves time and money
Repairing, refurbishing and remanufacturing crane components not only saves money but can be a sustainable choice too
Extinguishing EV fires poses unique challenges
When lithium ion batteries catch fire, they burn differently from internal combustion engines. Fighting those fires poses difficulties in vehicle fire suppression
Daseke to be acquired by TFI International
TFI International to pay more than $1 billion for specialized transport operator Daseke
In Memoriam: Richard Barnhart, 1934-2024
ACT is deeply saddened to report the founder of Barnhart Crane and Rigging has passed at age 90. 
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