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Kuhlmey to Direct Liebherr USA Crane Division

[ April 19, 2024   //   Gary G Burrows ]

Shane Kuhlmey, head of Liebherr USA Co.’s mining division, is transitioning to the new role of divisional director for crawler cranes, deep foundation machines and maritime cranes.
As head of the mining division, Kuhlmey made a significant impact by building and leading a nationwide team of mining experts to achieve remarkable advancements in efficiency and safety, the company said.
“Having spent the last six years with Liebherr, I have had the joy of working with the best team in mining,” Kuhlmey said. “I look forward to learning about the intricacies of the crane and maritime industries, meeting our valued customers, and building strong, lasting relationships.”
“Kuhlmey’s transition to this new sector is a testament to Liebherr’s commitment to diversifying our expertise and strengthening our position in the North American market,” said Kai Friedrich, managing director of Liebherr USA, Co.
Liebherr USA Co., based in Newport News, Virginia-based Liebherr USA provides sales and service in 10 Liebherr product segments: earthmoving, material handling, mining, mobile and crawler cranes, tower cranes, concrete technology, deep foundation machines, maritime cranes; components, and refrigeration and freezing.
Liebherr Group is a leading global manufacturer of construction equipment, including more than 150 companies across all continents.

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