EU Opens Anti-Dumping Probe on Chinese Cranes

Europe - The European Commission has officially opened an anti-dumping investigation into imports of mobile cranes from China, following a formal complaint submitted by Europe’s leading mobile crane manufacturers through the VDMA Materials Handling and Intralogistics Association.

The complaint targets mobile cranes designed for lifting and moving materials on land, with a minimum lifting capacity of 30 tonnes and mounted on self-propelled vehicles. These machines play a critical role in Europe’s strategic sectors, including infrastructure development, defense preparedness, and energy projects.

According to the filing, Chinese imports are alleged to be unfairly priced, causing material harm to the European mobile crane industry. The companies supporting the complaint represent a substantial majority of EU-based manufacturers and include major global players such as Manitowoc, Liebherr, Sennebogen, and Tadano.

Mr. Aaron H. Ravenscroft, President and Chief Executive Officer of Manitowoc., said, “Manitowoc strongly supports the EU anti-dumping investigation to ensure fair competition and protect European innovation, manufacturing, and jobs. We urge the European Commission to act swiftly to restore a level playing field across the European Union.”

The investigation marks a significant step in the EU’s broader efforts to safeguard its industrial base and maintain competitiveness in strategically important heavy equipment segments.

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