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• Main contractor Sir Robert McAlpine is using the luffing jib cranes to construct 2 Finsbury Avenue, a landmark mixed-use high-rise building in London, UK, expected to be completed in 2027.
• Owing to minimal space, one crane was erected on a cantilever-suspended platform while the other two operated on completed areas of the development.

• With Potain CONNECT™, tower crane owners and field technicians can simplify their workday, tackle jobsite challenges, and enhance crane management.
• The technology will be among the aftermarket products shown by Manitowoc at bauma 2025 in Munich, Germany. 

• Since 2017, PROMAT has represented Potain cranes in Morocco. The company supplies tower cranes to major construction and infrastructure projects across North Africa, contributing to the region’s growth.

• 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).

• JE IL in Korea chose the Grove GMK5250XL-1 all-terrain crane for the project, citing Manitowoc’s past service and support as the primary factor for their choice. 
• While the compact chassis, reach and capacity are ideal for the semiconductor plant’s construction, the company says that the crane’s flexibility and versatility will enable use on various future projects.

• 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. 

• 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.

• 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.

• With an 80 t maximum capacity and an 80 m jib, the new crane raises the bar for the topless range built at Manitowoc’s Chinese facility.
• Maximum capacity is available up to 26.3 m in full configuration, with a 23.5 t payload possible at 80 m.
• The flat-top design adds transport, assembly, and operational benefits to the performance capabilities previously only offered by similar-sized hammerhead models.

• 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

• KAMBETON, one of Turkey’s largest precast concrete specialists, has received a new Grove GMK5120L all-terrain crane.
• The crane is the first GMK5120L in Turkey and was fine-tuned to suit KAMBETON’s needs.

• Delivered in early October, the Grove GMK6450-1, the first of its kind in North America, promptly took on multiple projects.
• NessCampbell chose this model for its high capacity, powerful luffing jib, and quick assembly.
• Strong partnerships with Manitowoc and Western Pacific Crane & Equipment guided the investment.