Liebherr-International S.A. is a global manufacturer of construction and heavy equipment, operating across 13 product segments in more than 50 countries. Founded in 1949 with the invention of the world's first mobile tower crane, the company has grown to employ over 50,000 people across a group of more than 150 companies. The business spans construction equipment, mining excavators, aerospace component manufacturing, wind energy solutions, hydrogen-powered construction systems, and intelligent automation.
The company's technical expertise extends across precision engineering for aerospace applications, large-scale mining equipment, renewable energy technologies, and automated systems for construction sites. Liebherr operates as a family enterprise, maintaining 100% ownership across three generations of the founding family. This structure has enabled a focus on long-term engineering excellence and sustainable innovation rather than short-term financial pressures.
Based in Germany, Liebherr manufactures equipment and components that serve infrastructure, energy, aerospace, and industrial sectors globally. The company's product range reflects its evolution from a single innovation - the transportable tower crane - into a diversified manufacturer of precision equipment across multiple industries.
