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Meet Volvo prototype LX03: the intelligent future of construction

This fully autonomous, battery-electric prototype by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is the first real-world example of a self-learning concept wheel loader with the brains to make...

Integration of Topcon 3D-MC with Volvo Active Control raises the bar in excavation precision

The semi-autonomous digging functionality offered by Volvo Active Control on the Dig Assist suite of tools from Volvo CE can now be used with Topcon 3D-MC software on applicable models....

Efficient Load Out: the digital solution which is revolutionizing mass excavation projects

The last 18 months has seen businesses across all sectors embrace the power of technology when it comes to staying connected with customers and colleagues. And for Volvo Construction...

Solid performance in the second quarter for Volvo Construction Equipment

Volvo CE (Volvo Construction Equipment) has seen net sales increase by 13% in Q2, 2021 – owing to higher volumes in Europe, North America and South America.

Volvo enhances and expands hybrid excavator range

Offering fuel efficiency improvements over conventional machines of 17%, Volvo has launched an all-new powertrain for its revolutionary EC300E Hybrid excavator – and introduced the...

Volvo CE boosts uptime with virtual Real-time Tech Support in the field

To diagnose and resolve potential machine issues even faster than before, Volvo Construction Equipment is enabling dealer field technicians to connect directly to their back office product...

Move more for less with the updated EC250E and EC300E from Volvo

With fuel efficiency improvement of up to 10% – combined with enhanced performance, control and easy servicing – the EC250E & EC300E from Volvo Construction Equipment are the team players...

Volvo excavators speeding up forestry operations in New Zealand

ATS Logging Limited owns six Volvo excavators. The excavators’ reliability and efficiency helps the company meet the growing demand for timber in New Zealand.

Fleet of Volvo machines is delivering faster operations for New Zealand company

Rosco Contractors now owns over 40 machines from Volvo Construction Equipment and uses them at a variety of mine sites across New Zealand. The efficiency, speed and reliability of the units...

Volvo fleet helps Melbourne aggregates company thrive enhance productivity

The Burdett Group says using Volvo equipment has become a good habit as the company dramatically expanded its operations.

First Volvo EC380DL in New Zealand logs like a champ

With a wider and higher undercarriage, the EC380DL excavator is taking on the formidable forestry terrains with ease. Operator Mike Harris says the EC380DL’s superior fuel economy and...

Breaking into New Zealand

Volvo Construction Equipment has launched a range of their world-class hydraulic breakers in the country.

New Volvo A60H cuts cost-per-ton by more than 15% on Australian debut

A pair of the range-topping A60H articulated haulers have arrived with Adelaide-based Hallett Resources. The two units have taken on the work previously handled by three Volvo A40 units,...

The first. The best. The most - Volvo celebrates 75,000th hauler

With half of all the articulated haulers ever made bearing the Volvo brand, the company has just passed another landmark – the production of its 75,000th hauler.

Superior productivity and output with the world's first 60 ton articulated hauler

With the introduction of the world´s first 60 ton class articulated hauler, Volvo can offer customers new industry standards for cost per ton, uptime and durability. Output and productivity...

Volvo EC750D excavator to set new standards in the New Zealand mining industry

Volvo Construction Equipment´s powerful EC750D excavator is offering exceptional productivity, fuel efficiency and load-handling capability to New Zealand mining customers.

Bigger is better with Volvo EC950E crawler excavator

Do the bigger jobs better, stronger and faster with Volvo’s new 90 tonne weight class EC950E crawler excavator. With over 424 kN of breakout force and 408 kN of tearout force, it offers the...

Volvo G-Series haulers: continuous production

The G-Series articulated haulers from Volvo Construction Equipment provide continuous production and superb reliability, thanks to their robust design, easy service access and outstanding...

Volvo excavator is magnet for Australian recycler

Bulk Metal Recyclers has added its first Volvo excavator, and fitted it with a hydraulically-powered magnet to help with operations at its Western Australian facility.

Volvo EC480E HR helps Australia’s demolition industry reach new heights

Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) has launched its EC480E HR high reach demolition machine into Australia and is already receiving positive feedback for the unit’s versatility, which...