Three Liebherr Cranes Work on Dutch Parliament Renovation

Three Liebherr 340 EC-B 12 flat-top tower cranes are working on the renovation of the historic Binnenhof government complex in The Hague, Netherlands.

The cranes were supplied new by Liebherr dealer Van Der Spek and are being used by construction company J.P. van Eesteren, part of the TBI Group, for material handling and assembly work across the parliament and ministry buildings.

Each crane has been configured for the restricted inner-city site, with jib lengths of up to 75 metres. Their compact flat-top design and absence of tie rods helped simplify erection within the tightly built-up historic complex.

The Binnenhof is more than 800 years old and serves as the political centre of the Netherlands. A major renovation and restoration programme has been under way since 2021, with completion currently scheduled for 2030.

Strict heritage requirements place additional demands on the lifting operation, particularly when moving large façade elements and construction materials around the listed buildings.

The cranes were procured through MDB, the TBI Group’s equipment service unit, and configured specifically for the project.

On site, the 340 EC-B 12 units are handling façade components, supplying materials and supporting assembly work within the confined construction area.

Liebherr said the cranes’ drive systems and precise controls allow loads to be positioned accurately despite the restricted working environment.

The wider renovation programme is intended to preserve the historic character of the Binnenhof while modernising the buildings with new working environments, upgraded safety systems and a more sustainable energy supply.