Manitowoc, one of the world's leading providers of engineered lifting solutions, together with its long-standing regional Potain dealer NFT, concluded a focused four-day safety campaign across key construction sites in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. 

 

The initiative brought together operators, engineers, and safety personnel for direct engagement, reinforcing safe practices and highlighting Manitowoc’s continued support throughout the lifecycle of its cranes, said a statement from the Wisconsin, US-based company. 

 

Approximately 450 workers across six major construction sites took part in the campaign. Among the projects the teams from NFT and Manitowoc visited was the Trojena Ski Village in Saudi Arabia, part of the spectacular NEOM development, where a Potain MCT 1105 and MCT 275 K12 are currently in operation, it stated. 

 

In Dubai, the campaign included visits to the Sobha Hartland 2 and Sobha One residential communities, as well as the Binghatti Granada mixed-use development. 

 

In Abu Dhabi, the team engaged with crews at the ADEK Riyadh Schools project by CGC and the Reem Hillz residential development by Pivot. 

 

Jointly led by representatives from Manitowoc and NFT, the sessions gathered teams from sales, service and administration to engage directly with on-site personnel and reinforce a strong culture of safety. 

 

Each session focused on practical, scenario-based discussions inspired by the Potain Safety Handbook, it stated. 

 

Primary discussion points covered the effective use of crane audio and hand signals, the creation of clearly defined safe work zones, and the importance of individual responsibility in upholding site safety. 

 

Team members were also invited to share feedback and recommendations, reinforcing a culture rooted in ongoing improvement and collaboration. 

 

"Being present on site is one of the most meaningful ways we can support our customers and the people operating our cranes every day," said Jean-François Amet, the global dealer and development director at Manitowoc. 

 

"These sessions weren’t just about safety rules - they were about open dialogue, exchanging ideas, and strengthening trust." he stated.

 

The initiative forms part of Manitowoc’s broader customer support strategy, which emphasizes long-term customer engagement, training, and lifecycle service. 

 

These sessions reflect Manitowoc’s ongoing investment in the people who operate its cranes and the projects they help build, he added.-TradeArabia News Service