Potain MD 305 B leads construction work on major new apartment development in Moldova

• The Potain crane boosted project efficiency with its impressive 70 m jib, eliminating the need for multiple cranes.

Real estate developer Filli Partner purchased a used Potain MD 305 B for work on its City Plaza development, a residential project under construction in central Ungheni. Building work is set to last two years, with the project’s opening scheduled for the first quarter of 2025.

The Potain MD 305 B has a maximum capacity of 12 t, with up to 70 m of jib available, and the ability to lift 3.2 t at its jib end. On the City Plaza job, the crane is working with its full 70 m jib, allowing it to cover the entire jobsite. The crane was purchased through Manitowoc’s regional Used Cranes sales team.

“We’re extremely impressed by the efficiency and capabilities of the Potain MD 305 B and are confident with our choice. Selecting this model eliminated the need for two cranes, delivering significant efficiency to our project. The Potain Used Cranes sales team was easy to do business with and we’d certainly look at future collaborations,” said Iurie Gisca, founder and administrator of Filli Partner.

Used cranes from Potain provide a high-quality option at a lower cost and customers get peace of mind knowing Manitowoc’s industry-leading support network will be standing behind their purchase. Customers receive many of the same benefits that come with purchasing a new crane, and delivery times can often be as little as a few weeks. Once complete, the City Plaza project will cover 34,000 sq. m, with 24,000 sq. m of residential space dedicated to 234 homes. There’s an additional 9,500 sq. m for commercial space, with the 10-story building eventually standing 32 m above ground.

“Used Potain cranes are a wise investment for customers in Moldova, giving them reliability, cost-effectiveness, and proven performance for large-scale construction projects. Our customers choose used Potain cranes for their fast delivery, renowned quality, and our aftersales support, all of which give them peace of mind,” said Sergey Neznamov, regional sales manager for tower cranes for Manitowoc.