Tower Crane Weekly Brief-Hero-05.31
South Korea Tower Crane Strike Ends Comment:The deal is a compromise. While unions fell short of their wage target, they succeeded in pushing key industry issues onto the government’s agenda. The strike has ended, but structural challenges in the sector remain. Tower Crane Incident in Malta (May 29, 2026) CommentThe accident highlights the severe risks […]
WEEKLY TOWER CRANE BRIEF-Hero-02nd. Feb.2026
01. Tower Crane Drivers Strike – UK WHAT: Tower crane drivers begin strike action.WHO: Operators at Wolffkran UK, represented by Unite union.WHEN: From 27 January 2026, 24-hour strike action planned every two weeks.WHY: Pay dispute and proposed changes to terms and conditions after three years without a pay rise.SCALE: ~90 unionised drivers out of 123 […]
WEEKLY TOWER CRANE BRIEF-Hero-28st. Dec.2025
1. Tower Crane Collapse Caused by Storm on Gold Coast A strong microburst storm hit Southport, Gold Coast, bringing gusts up to 83 km/h and heavy rain. The storm caused a tower crane to partially collapse at a construction site, led to power outages and road closures, and prompted evacuations for safety. No serious injuries […]