Lexington, KY (November, 2010) Ben Baden Services Pty Ltd has been appointed the authorized Link-Belt crane distributor for Australia. Baden Services will serve the market from facilities in Arndell Park, New South Wales. Roy Burger, manager, international sales, Link-Belt Construction Equipment Co., made the announcement at Link-Belt's headquarters in Lexington, Kentucky, USA.

Baden Services has a long-term, well-deserved reputation for exemplary sales and support performance in Australia's crane industry. The company has built this reputation despite the unique challenges of Australia's long travel distances, remote job sites, and challenging topography.

"Australian customers are extremely demanding when it comes to customer service. They are acutely aware of the shortcomings of other suppliers over the years," said Burger. "Baden's effectiveness and Link-Belt's strong brand will give their customers many new options."

Benjamin Baden, Ben Baden Services' managing director, added, "We're proud to represent Link-Belt. We look forward to working closely with them to offer our customers the best cranes supported by the best service in Australia."