Press releases – 2011

Volvo Construction Equipment’s hauler chassis can be fitted with an array of superstructures that enable an endless range of applications to be conducted over difficult terrain.

A comprehensively redesigned one-piece cab on Volvo’s SD70, SD77, SD115, SD130 and SD160 single drum soil compactors radically reduces noise penetration into the operator environment.

Volvo Construction Equipment has today launched a new iPad application for its company magazine, Spirit. The app, created to offer readers more ways to enjoy the magazine on the go, marks another milestone in the company’s expanding digital communications.

Volvo Construction Equipment has been shortlisted for yet another prestigious award for its corporate history film ‘The Master Builder’.

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is dedicated to making sure that its machines and services coincide with three longstanding principles: Quality, Safety and Care for the Environment. To reinforce these concepts, Volvo CE has just launched three Core Values videos and updated online sections – which, Volvo CE President and CEO Pat Olney explains, will help the company communicate its message on core values even more resoundingly to customers.

Regional President Vincent Tan used his Excon press conference speech to highlight the fact that India remains strategically important for the company, outlining its progress on introducing local excavator production as well as unveiling several new products to the market.

After a SEK 144 million (Rs 90 crores) investment, Volvo Construction Equipment’s factory in Bangalore is now producing its first excavators.

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has achieved silver status for its participation in I Make America, a campaign designed to promote the creation of manufacturing jobs in the United States.

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has signed an agreement with CeDe Group that will see a range of specialized machines made available for customers working in specific applications. The machines will be available through Volvo CE’s European distribution network.

Stronger-than-expected increases in demand from customers in Europe and North America have helped boost third quarter sales at Volvo Construction Equipment.