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Survey reveals heat stress top concern for crane operators
A new report from the National Safety Council and NCCCO Foundation outlines rising heat stress risks for crane workers and offers practical steps to improve safety.
Mike Posener 1958 to 2025
Saying goodbye to a construction and publishing industry veteran
In Memoriam: Ray Gene Anthony, 1938-2025
At 85, the founder of Anthony Crane passed away on May 13, 2025.
NCCCO publishes new report to help recruit crane industry personnel
The NCCCO Foundation has published new workforce research on ‘occupations similar to crane operators and other related roles.’
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.
Friday round up: Bauma preview, Liebherr farewell, women in cranes
Check out the lead Crane & Transport Briefing stories from 31 March to 4 April.
Sarens Women: Girls on fire
“All in all, I believe the crane business is an excellent place for women to thrive.”
NCCCO Foundation Forum to spotlight safety, workforce development and tech integration
This year’s milestone event marks the first time the event will be held in the spring and promises a lineup of expert speakers and panelists.
Gary Lane promoted at Link-Belt Cranes
Link-Belt has named industry veteran Gary Lane as its new vice president of marketing, sales and customer support.
Wire rope vs. synthetic fibre: crane lifting solutions
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Wire or synthetic ropes? The debate continues as new customer demands affect winch and rope development
How MyCraneCareer.org supports crane industry recruitment
CCO Foundation’s latest initiative, My Crane Career, is designed to attract the next generation of the crane and rigging sector.
How crane and rigging companies are inspiring the next generation
Recapping the efforts of the Workforce Ambassador Program winners thus far.
Friday round up: Mini renovations, state of rental, power towers, five year plans
Lead stories from the Crane and Transport Briefing week beginning 27 January 2025
NCCCO Foundation unveils two new crane industry scholarships
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Funding will be available for individuals seeking initial crane operator, rigging and signalperson training and CCO certification. 
Friday roundup: safety | recruitment | on site | green savings
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Crane and Transport Briefing 11 October Friday roundup covers tech for safety and recruitment, an interesting project and saving money by going green
New crane safety, technology data from NSC and NCCCO
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The new content includes safety and technology information for those who work in and around cranes
My Crane Career goes live
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What is MyCraneCareer.org? NCCCO Foundation’s T.J. Cantwell answered all our questions about this innovative new program.
Friday round up: growth, passion, legacies and how to build an island
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A summary of the lead stories in the Crane and Transport Briefing 23 to 26 September 2024
Steve Filipov named CEO at Metalliance
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Crane industry veteran heads up newly acquired French underground and specialist machinery manufacturer
Eric Etchart to chair WD-40 Company
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Uperio director and former Manitowoc CEO will be chairman of the board at global brand WD-40
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