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Franna expands into Canada with new distribution partner
Franna has appointed Mobile Cranes Canada Ltd as its official distributor across eight provinces, marking the Australian pick and carry crane manufacturer’s expansion into the Canadian market.
SC&RA Annual Conference wraps up in Phoenix
Jim Sever accepts SC&RA presidency, JOY award winners announced and more from the SC&RA Annual Conference.
Sales up for Sany as it focuses on globalisation
Sany has reported 2024 revenues of US$10.88 billion, with international markets accounting for 64% of its core business, a 12% increase year-on-year
2025 SC&RA Job of the Year award winners
Who are the winners of the 2025 SC&RA rigging and hauling job of the year contest?
Your guide to the 2025 SC&RA Annual Conference
Check out our preview of what some of this year’s exhibitors are bringing to the floor.
March Class 8 orders down nearly 6%
“Increasingly pessimistic outlook” may be prompting order cancellations
ACT EXCLUSIVE: Lift High crane company launches in Houston
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Industry veteran Mike Appling leads a new crane venture focused on commercial and renewable markets.
LTR 1150 joins Ideal Crane Rental’s Liebherr lineup
The new crawler fills a strategic gap between existing units and enhances the company’s transport efficiency and site mobility.
Engineered Rigging to host Heavy Lifting Equipment Showcase
The showcase will be held at Engineered Rigging’s Equipment Depot and Service Center in Russellville, AR June 10-12.
Select Energy launches at Bauma 2025, announces Strategic e-power partnership
Select Energy is a newly established U.S.-based hybrid power solutions company.
Refurbished and ready: Lampson overhauls Manitowoc 2250 crawler crane
Lampson International has refurbished a 24-year-old Manitowoc 2250 crawler crane in partnership with Manitowoc’s EnCORE program.
Interplay Learning names John Pumpelly as CFO
The training company strengthens their leadership team with the appointment of finance veteran. 
DICA expands crane pad line with hybrid steel-composite option
DICA’s new EcoMax crane pad blends steel and composite for a durable, cost-effective solution for 150-ton class cranes.
New lithium-ion Unic mini crane offers zero emissions
Battery-powered Unic UM445 spider crane made its debut at Bauma 2025 trade show in Germany
A.W. Leil invests in mega crane to meet renewable energy demand
The new Liebherr LG1750-SX joins A.W. Leil’s fleet as one of the most powerful Canadian-owned cranes in the country.
Jim Sever: Balancing passion and commitment
Like many people in the crane and rigging industry, Jim Sever grew up in the family business.
Wind Energy: What’s ahead for the market?
2024 was a record year for wind energy.
New Wolff Intuitive Control to simplify tower crane remote operation
System allowing crane operators to move loads directly in the intended direction using an ergonomic wireless remote
Maxim Crane adds world’s first Tadano CC 78.1250-1
Unveiled at Bauma, the Tadano CC 78.1250-1 is the latest addition to the company’s lattice boom crawler crane lineup
Kobelco, Bigge celebrate long-standing relationship
Bigge Crane & Rigging celebrated its partnership at the Kobelco stand at bauma.
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