Liebherr at Hillhead 2026: Customer partnerships take centre stage

For Liebherr Great Britain, Hillhead 2026 will be less about static display and more about demonstrating the strength of long-term customer partnerships and real-world performance across the quarrying sector.

Representing the Liebherr Group across the UK and Ireland, the business provides sales, service and technical support for a broad construction equipment portfolio. From new machinery to rental and used solutions, supported by a nationwide aftersales network, the focus remains firmly on delivering reliability, uptime and long-term operational value.

A stand built around real-world operations

This year’s stand reflects that approach, bringing together a mix of stock machines and customer-owned equipment to highlight how Liebherr machines perform in active quarry environments.

Among the machines on display is a PR 736 Generation 8 crawler dozer from Sirius Group. The machine represents a return investment following the company’s earlier purchases of TA 230 articulated dump trucks and a previous PR 736.

Stuart Kirk, Plant Director at Sirius Group commented:“We’ve been really pleased with how the machines have performed for us. The fuel efficiency has made a noticeable difference on site, and that’s given us the confidence to continue investing with Liebherr.” The support we’ve had from the teams across the business has also been a big factor – it’s been consistent and responsive, which makes a real difference day-to-day.”

The PR 736 sits within Liebherr’s Generation 8 dozer range, combining hydrostatic drive technology with consistent power delivery and strong fuel economy – key considerations for high-production quarrying applications.

Also featured is a new R 945 Generation 8 tracked excavator belonging to Thor Atkinson. A long-standing Liebherr customer, the company continues to invest across its fleet based on proven site performance and aftersales support.

Colin Scott of Thor Atkinson said:“What stands out for us is the level of support behind the machines. It’s not just about the excavator itself – it’s the back-up, the parts availability and the relationship with the team that makes it work. That’s why we’ve continued to invest.”

Cross-portfolio strength on display

Concrete technology is also represented, with Grange Quarry’s new HTM 905 truck mixer on the stand.

A long-standing Liebherr customer, Grange Quarry continues to invest across both concrete technology and earthmoving equipment, supported by its Liebherr batching plant, reflecting a joined-up approach to production and fleet management across its operations.

Stuart Dodd, Managing Director, commented:“Working with Liebherr across both our concrete and quarrying operations gives us consistency in performance and support. It simplifies how we manage the fleet and ensures we’re getting the most from our investment.”

This ability to operate across multiple product areas – from earthmoving to concrete – remains a defining strength of the Liebherr offering, particularly for quarry operators seeking integrated solutions.

Demonstrating lifecycle value

Alongside new and customer machines, Liebherr’s used equipment division will showcase a fully refurbished PR 756 crawler dozer.

Having undergone a comprehensive rebuild, the machine demonstrates how equipment life can be extended through factory-backed refurbishment. For operators balancing cost pressures with performance requirements, such solutions offer a practical route to maintaining productivity without committing to new machine investment.

Productivity and efficiency at scale

The stand is further supported by a range of machines designed for high-output quarrying environments.

The L 586 XPower wheel loader, supplied by Liebherr Rental, will represent the largest model in the XPower range. Configured for quarry applications, it combines hydrostatic and mechanical drive systems to optimise efficiency and fuel use, alongside a specification aligned with typical site safety and operational requirements.

Alongside it, the L 566 highlights how assistance systems – now standard across Liebherr wheel loaders from the L 526 upwards – are increasingly helping operators manage visibility, loading accuracy and site awareness. In high-pressure, repetitive tasks, these features support more consistent performance across shifts and operators.

Also on display is the TA 230 articulated dump truck, now firmly established within the UK market. With its 28-tonne payload, permanent traction control and strong all-round visibility from the cab, the machine continues to appeal to operators where site awareness and safety are key.

Commenting on its growing presence, Liebherr Great Britain’s Business Development Manager for dump trucks and wheeled excavators, Richard Mills, said: “The TA 230 has really found its place in the UK market. Operators appreciate the comfortable ride and how easy the machine is to operate day-to-day. It’s proving to be a very dependable machine across a wide range of quarry applications.”

Looking beyond the quarry face

While quarrying remains the core focus, Liebherr is also using Hillhead to highlight developments in operator experience and machine control.

The A 911 wheeled excavator on display has been supplied to Gartell & Son Ltd, another long-standing customer with an established Liebherr fleet.

Andrew Gartell, Managing Director, commented: “Fuel efficiency is a big factor for us across the fleet, and that’s been a consistent strength of the Liebherr machines we’ve run. When you combine that with the reliability and support, it makes a strong case when we’re looking at new investments.”

The machine itself will showcase the latest INTUSI cab technology, featuring a redesigned operator environment with improved visibility and a more intuitive operating interface. With individually assignable functions and integration via the MIC 4.0 bus system, operators can manage a wide range of attachments efficiently from within the cab.

A joined-up approach

Taken together, Liebherr’s presence at Hillhead 2026 reflects a broader shift in approach – moving beyond individual machines to a more integrated, lifecycle-led offer.

By combining new equipment, rental support, refurbished machines and customer-owned assets, the stand mirrors how quarry fleets are increasingly managed in practice. Alongside this, Liebherr continues to work with finance partners to support a range of purchasing options, helping customers align investment decisions with operational requirements.

Framed around the principle of one partner, three routes to the right machine – new, used or rental, the approach underlines a simple point: flexibility in how equipment is sourced is becoming just as important as performance on site.