A Goldhofer highlight on display in the outdoor area was the self-tracking trailing dolly for precast concrete elements. This enables a wide range of loads with a payload of over 70t to be transported. The turntable steering angle of +/- 100° provides high manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces. The ‘Sherpa E’ was on show at the stand of Goldhofer’s partner, Terberg Spezialfahrzeuge GmbH, attracting keen interest with its high voltage technology and high level of efficiency. This is a sustainable solution for in plant transportation, reducing operating costs at the same time. 

Another crowd puller at the trade show – putting in a surprise appearance – was a Goldhofer PST/ES-E 4 (315) with the PP 280 power pack operated by the Kahl company. The 2,430mm wide self-propelled transporter was said to have made a big impression with its performance and versatility. The PST/ES-E 4 (315) features an extremely robust and rigid frame, delivering high levels of tractive power, even under the most demanding operating conditions. The availability of flat rack shipping and standard truck tyres is aimed to provide users with increased flexibility, making the PST/ES-E an economical choice for complex transport operations.

Hildegard Müller, president of the VDA (German Association of the Automotive Industry), was said to have been impressed by the innovative solutions and high quality vehicles presented by Goldhofer. She particularly mentioned the importance of technical innovation for the future of the industry. Dennis Leschensky, director of sales Europe & North Africa, summed up the trade fair from the Goldhofer perspective: “IAA Transportation 2024 was a complete success. The positive feedback from visitors, as well as the ongoing internationalisation of the IAA, and the many interesting talks, strengthen us in our resolve to continue developing innovative and reliable solutions for the heavy haul industry.”