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GM Envolve VP Ian Hucker will keynote Green Truck Summit at Work Truck Week 2026, discussing the future of multi-stage commercial vehicles.

CM Labs Simulations has acquired GlobalSim, expanding crane and port simulator training capabilities and U.S. manufacturing support.

Ascent Lifting has acquired Hoisting Wire Rope and Sling, expanding its CERTEX division and strengthening lifting and rigging services in Texas.

Konecranes updates its science-based emissions reduction targets, setting a 60% Scope 1 and 2 reduction goal by 2030.

CraneWorks will support installation, service and parts for Hammar Sideloader equipment across the U.S. under a new partnership.

Vulcan Materials uses a Liebherr HS 8300.2 duty cycle crawler crane to support aggregate excavation at its Fort Myers quarry in Florida.

Fact.MR forecasts steady growth for the carry deck crane market, with North America driven by industrial maintenance, construction and rental demand.

Wilkerson Crane Rental acquires Gilmore Crane in Topeka, enhancing crane service and lifting solutions across Kansas.

Nors secures Manitowoc mobile crane distribution rights across multiple Canadian provinces and territories, expanding dealer coverage.

Felling Trailers will showcase its FT-10 DDPT drop deck pan tilt trailer at The ARA Show 2026 in Orlando.