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No turbine out of reach for LinCon Hire & Sales

As Australia’s wind farms multiply across remote hills and coastlines, keeping these giant turbines spinning is a challenge. Technicians often must work hundreds of metres in the air, battling harsh weather and tight timelines to inspect and repair blades and hubs. Read More

Danny D'CruzeMay 27, 2025, 4:21 pmMay 27, 2025

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Sennebogen’s sustainable approach to manufacturing

This year’s Crane Industry Council of Australia’s (CICA’s) National Conference and Exhibition theme was ‘Building a Sustainable Tomorrow.’ Cranes and Lifting magazine sat down with Marco Burgmer, Sennebogen’s CEO for the Asia Pacific, and Anthony Heeks, Managing Director of Pace Cranes, Sennebogen National Distributor, to discuss Sennebogen’s approach to the topic.
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Lisa KoryckiFebruary 13, 2025, 1:23 pmFebruary 13, 2025

Autodesk has released a whitepaper detailing the significance of data in getting construction closer to Net Zero.

Australia, C&L, Cranes & Lifting, Net Zero, Reduced Emissions, Technology

Data is the key to reducing emissions: Autodesk

Global construction, infrastructure and architecture software company, Autodesk, has released its latest whitepaper providing insight into the current sustainability landscape across Asia Pacific.
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Jack AlfonsoJanuary 12, 2024, 3:18 pmJanuary 12, 2024

A prototype HiAce has successfully completed its first hydrogen-fuelled trial for CPB Contractors.

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Hydrogen-fuelled prototype HiAce completes Australia-first pilot

CPB Contractors has completed an Australia-first pilot of Toyota’s prototype HiAce powered by a hydrogen-fuelled internal combustion engine (ICE).
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Jack AlfonsoJanuary 9, 2024, 3:49 pmJanuary 9, 2024

Australia, C&L, Cranes & Lifting, Industry News, Net Zero, New South Wales, Projects, Reduced Emissions

Big blow for NSW wind farm projects

The Minns Labor Government has released a map deeming majority of NSW as “less suitable” for wind farm developments under its ‘Draft Wind Energy Guidelines’.
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Jack AlfonsoNovember 16, 2023, 5:21 pmNovember 17, 2023

Friede & Goldman and OIM Wind have launched the all new FO-146 WTIV (Wind Turbine Installation Vessel) to meet the growing demand for offshore wind.

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Friede & Goldman launch 3200 metric-tonne FO-146 WTIV

Naval architecture and engineering firm Friede & Goldman and OIM Wind have officially unveiled the FO-146 WTIV (Wind Turbine Installation Vessel).
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Jack AlfonsoOctober 31, 2023, 9:29 amOctober 31, 2023

Australian construction company is trialling the performance of the renewable diesel fuel HVO on a Franna Mac25 to promote sustainable alternatives to traditional diesel.

Australia, C&L, Cranes & Lifting, Industry News, Net Zero, Projects, Reduced Emissions, Victoria

McConnell Dowell to trial renewable diesel fuel on Franna Mac25

A Franna Mac25 is at the centre of a renewable diesel fuel experiment in the upcoming month for construction company McConnell Dowell.
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Jack AlfonsoOctober 24, 2023, 9:25 amNovember 22, 2023

Borger Cranes' wind farm work in NSW saw them complete some big lifts with its new Liebherr LG1750 crawler crane.

Australia, Cranes & Lifting, Features, Net Zero, New South Wales, Projects, Reduced Emissions

Big lifts in Borger Cranes’ wind farm work

Borger Crane Hire and Rigging Services recently took delivery of its first Liebherr LG 1750. As soon as commissioning was completed it headed straight to a New South Wales wind farm. Shawn Borger, General Manager at Borger Crane Hire is particuarly pleased with the latest addition to the fleet.
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Jack AlfonsoOctober 18, 2023, 4:31 pmOctober 18, 2023

Tadano's environmental commitment is embodied by its mission statement that commits to zero emissions.

Australia, Product News, Reduced Emissions

Tadano’s environmental commitment underlined by ‘Zero Emissions’ mission

With its green solutions, Tadano’s environmental commitment is making a worldwide contribution to the goal of a decarbonised society. Tadano’s commitment to protecting our environment and contributing to the fight against climate change is manifesting itself in increasingly tangible ways.
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Jack AlfonsoOctober 12, 2023, 9:42 amOctober 12, 2023