Liebherr opens new US facility

Liebherr’s new logistics center will serve as a hub for a wide range of operations for the company. Image: Liebherr

The German-Swiss-based OEM says that the facility represents a “major milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to strengthening distribution capabilities across the Americas.”

At a recent Liebherr event in Germany the company confirmed that the American market was seen as a major growth opportunity for the company.

The first phase involves an investment of US$176 million and is expected to create 180 new jobs in the region once completed – with plans to expand further and create over 300 jobs in the long term.

The new logistics center will serve as a hub for a wide range of operations, including warehousing, distribution, pre-assembly, kitting, repackaging, and customs and export services.

The facility will initially support the distribution of products from Liebherr’s earthmoving, tower cranes, concrete technology, mobile and crawler cranes, maritime cranes as well as components. Additional product segments are expected to be integrated shortly after operations commence.

Joerg Stroebele, Managing Director at Liebherr-Logistics GmbH, says, “By establishing this facility, Liebherr aims to provide faster and more efficient services to its customers, reinforcing its position as a leader in the industry.”