Caterpillar showcases century of innovation at bauma 2025

Celebrating a century of groundbreaking innovation, Caterpillar Inc. is turning its focus toward “The Next 100 Years” at bauma Munich 2025, the premier global trade fair for construction equipment

The company is spotlighting its latest advancements in machinery, technology, power systems, and service offerings designed to address today’s complex jobsite demands.

“Caterpillar is celebrating a century marked by groundbreaking innovation, engineering excellence and industry expertise,” said Tony Fassino, group president of Caterpillar Construction Industries. “While we look back and appreciate our history, we stand ready for all that is in store for ‘The Next 100 Years’. Alongside the Cat dealer network, we are energised by what the future holds and remain committed to helping solve customer challenges as we work together to build a better, more sustainable world.”

Caterpillar’s expansive bauma showcase is organised around several key themes:

Performance centre: Demonstrates the synergy of machinery, power, technology, autonomy, and services. Attendees can explore how integrating the latest Caterpillar innovations into their fleets can reduce fuel usage and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while boosting operational performance.

Technology, connectivity and safety: Live demonstrations highlight the newest features in VisionLink® for fleet, productivity, and safety management. The exhibit also showcases the full spectrum of Cat Command capabilities, offering remote-control, semi-autonomous, and autonomous options tailored for the construction and quarrying sectors.

Services and support: Caterpillar’s aftermarket services portfolio includes Customer Value Agreements (CVAs), digital platforms, and expert assistance designed to maximise uptime, efficiency, and cost savings.

Powering the job site: Caterpillar presents a comprehensive electrification ecosystem—featuring renewable energy solutions, battery storage, electric machines, and advanced charging systems—geared toward helping clients meet emission reduction targets.

New and upgraded equipment: Forty-eight machines are on display, including 17 either newly introduced or recently upgraded models. These additions span the battery-electric, next-generation, and specialised segments for demolition, recycling, and waste management.

Industrial engines and power solutions: The exhibit also includes Caterpillar’s range of industrial engines compatible with 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), such as the new C13D and high-power C3.6 engine rated at 106 kW (142 hp). Also featured is a series hybrid powertrain, a hydrogen engine testing display reflecting ongoing alternative fuel research, and a remanufactured C7 engine.

With its forward-looking vision and focus on sustainability, Caterpillar’s bauma 2025 presence underscores its continued commitment to powering progress across the construction industry.

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