Press releases | 19/03/2025
Liebherr manufactures 2,000th LHM
- Liebherr has been producing mobile harbour cranes for 50 years, a period that has seen the company establish itself as a global market leader for over 15 years. The Liebherr plant in Rostock has reached a new milestone with the production of the 2,000th LHM.
- The specially-configured LHM 600 for Marcegaglia has a lifting capacity of up to 154 tonnes and outreach of 61 metres, and features a tailor-made design on its slewing platform that combines maritime and regional aesthetics
- Marcegaglia, a global leader in steel processing, will utilise the crane for loading and unloading products such as steel coils, billets, and plates
Marcegaglia’s latest acquisition, the LHM 600, marks a significant milestone as the 2,000th mobile harbour crane produced and delivered by Liebherr. This crane is not only a testament to Liebherr’s engineering expertise but also a celebration of five decades of innovation in the maritime industry. The LHM 600 will be instrumental in handling steel products, and is the sixth Liebherr mobile harbour crane for the Italian company.
Tradition meets innovation for the 2,000th time. To be delivered to Ravenna, Italy, the LHM 600 will assume a pivotal role in Marcegaglia’s logistics. The crane is perfectly suited for handling ships up to New-Panamax size. Its main work will involve handling steel products like coils, sheets, and strips. The hydrostatic drive and control systems enable precise and seamless cargo handling. The goal: achieve overall flexible, smoother operations. For another notable highlight, the unique, hand-crafted design of its slewing platform, inspired by the maritime heritage of both Rostock, Germany, and Ravenna, Italy, adds a touch of artistry to this historically significant engineering marvel.
A symbol of innovation and partnership
The special slewing platform design of the 2,000th LHM epitomises the innovative spirit and robust partnership between Liebherr and Marcegaglia. The design features a two-sided motif. One is an Italian side that includes a landmark from Ravenna, the Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo. It also features dock workers involved in port logistics, as well as an Italian inscription. The other side features a German text and lighthouse, highlighting the maritime and industrial tradition of Liebherr Rostock, from where the crane originated. These messages encapsulate the history and collaboration between Liebherr Rostock and Marcegaglia. The design ultimately reflects the blending of German engineering precision and Italian passion, symbolising a shared commitment to innovation and quality in the maritime industry.
Since the turn of the millennium, the partnership between the two companies and cultures has been a defining feature of the Ravenna port’s evolution. The introduction of the first Liebherr mobile harbour crane in 2001, an LHM 400, marked the beginning of a transformative era. Over the years, four more mobile harbour cranes have joined the fleet, each one a testament to the enduring collaboration and shared commitment to excellence. And now, as the largest LHM in the Ravenna fleet, the sixth mobile harbour crane provides additional logistics capacity in style.
Looking ahead to continued success
A handover ceremony is planned for the summer in Ravenna to mark the significant collaboration between the two companies, which are both rooted in family tradition. ‘This milestone LHM 600 exemplifies our commitment to delivering pioneering solutions for our customers’, stated Andreas Ritschel, General Manager Sales of mobile harbour cranes at Liebherr-Rostock GmbH.
Integrating the crane into their logistics network, Marcegaglia will further streamline processes and support the company’s strategic goals. Accompanied by Liebherr’s global service network, the company can also rely on consistent support and maintenance for their new crane. This LHM 600 ultimately symbolises the synergy between two industry leaders, driving forward with a shared commitment to excellence.
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Liebherr-Rostock GmbH
18147 Rostock
Germany