Liebherr

Liebherr Group is a private, family-owned multinational engineering company headquartered in Bulle, Switzerland. It was founded in 1949 by Hans Liebherr, who began by developing hydraulic cranes and produced the company’s first mobile tower crane for construction sites. The business gradually expanded beyond lifting equipment into a broader range of manufacturing activities.

Today, Liebherr operates through several product divisions, including Construction Machinery (cranes, concrete technology, piling equipment), Mining and Material Handling, Components (drive systems and hydraulic components), Aerospace and Transportation Systems (aircraft and space technology), and Household Appliances (refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, washing machines). The group also engages in marine and other specialized engineering areas.

With a global production and service network, Liebherr maintains plants, logistics hubs, and service centers in Europe, Asia, the Americas, and other regions. The company emphasizes long-term product support, research and development, and a commitment to high durability and safety standards.

Ownership remains in the hands of the Liebherr family; the group is not listed on any stock exchange. As a leading supplier of cranes and heavy equipment, as well as consumer appliances, Liebherr is known for its diversified portfolio and its long-term approach to business.