Leading construction equipment manufacturer, LiuGong Machinery, is pleased to announce its expansion to the Republic of Moldova with the appointment of METEOR as its authorised dealer in the country. The partnership was officially announced during a signing ceremony at SaMoTer 2026 in Verona, Italy.
The Republic of Moldova is seeing increasing investment in infrastructure, construction, agriculture and municipal development sectors, creating rising demands for reliable construction equipment and local support.
For over 30 years, METEOR has built a strong reputation across these sectors as a parts distributor and equipment service provider, offering efficient solutions for customers who value reliability, speed, and professionalism.
As an appointed dealer, it will provide customers with direct access to LiuGong’s broad range of equipment, including wheel loaders, excavators, backhoe loaders, and skid steer loaders. With a large team of experienced technicians and modern diagnostic equipment, METEOR will also offer maintenance, reconditioning, and repair services to LiuGong customers in the region.
“We are proud to become LiuGong’s official dealer in Moldova,” said Schendrea Nicolae, the Director of Business Development at METEOR. “This appointment allows us to attend to growing demands for a proven range of construction equipment. It also ensures we can offer customers direct manufacturer support and technical assistance, alongside our reliable local services.”
“We see strong long-term potential for LiuGong machines in Moldova,” said Zhang Xiandeng, the Area Manager for LiuGong Europe. “Working together with METEOR, LiuGong will focus on supporting customers in the country with the right machines for different applications, while ensuring the availability of strong parts and a reliable ownership experience over the long term.”
The partnership reinforces LiuGong’s long-term commitment to strengthening customer support and dealer coverage across Central and Eastern Europe. It also strengthens METEOR’s position within the Moldovan construction equipment market.
LiuGong is reinforcing its long-term commitment to Europe by establishing a new regional hub in Italy and developing a European test and adaptation centre, alongside the presentation of its expanding portfolio of diesel and battery-electric construction equipment at SaMoTer 2026.
As one of Europe’s leading construction equipment exhibitions, SaMoTer provides a platform for LiuGong to showcase how it is aligning its global capabilities with the specific needs of European customers.
New Italian hub to strengthen regional operations
At the exhibition, LiuGong will formally announce the establishment of LiuGong Machinery Italy Srl, headquartered in Imola. The new entity will serve as a regional hub supporting operations across Italy, Spain, Portugal and Malta.
Bringing together sales, service, technical support and dealer development functions, the hub is designed to strengthen collaboration with partners and improve responsiveness to customers across Europe. It will play a central role in supporting LiuGong’s continued growth in the region and enhancing the overall customer experience.
European test and adaptation centre to enhance real-world performance
A key component of the Italian hub is the development of a European test-and-adaptation centre.
This facility will focus on validating machines and attachments in real working conditions and adapting them to meet the specific requirements of European applications.
By supporting the testing and optimisation of a wide range of attachments, the centre will help ensure compatibility, performance, and efficiency across diverse use cases.
By capturing direct feedback from operators, contractors and dealers, the centre will accelerate the localisation of LiuGong’s machines, ensuring they are aligned with the demands of key applications such as quarrying, earthmoving, road construction and municipal work.
Application-focused portfolio for European markets
At SaMoTer 2026, LiuGong will showcase a comprehensive range of machines selected to reflect the most common and demanding applications across the region.
Key highlights include:
- Excavator 909FCR – designed for urban construction and rental, combining compact radius, advanced hydraulics and strong breakout force with the stability required for attachment-led applications.
- Wheel Loader 820T HST – LiuGong’s first diesel compact wheel loader, developed for landscaping and municipal applications, featuring a two-speed hydrostatic transmission with cruise control for smooth and efficient operation.
- Wheel Loader 890T Block Handler – purpose-built for the demanding quarrying sector, capable of handling blocks of up to 26 tonnes with reinforced structures, upgraded hydraulics and heavy-duty axles.
LiuGong will also highlight the expansion of its road machinery offering, including:
- Single-drum Roller 6608F – delivering effective compaction with a larger drum diameter and consistent amplitude
- Tandem-drum Roller 6027F – featuring high- and low-frequency vibration for consistent compaction quality
- Skidsteer 378C – compact, powerful, and built for versatility, the LiuGong 378C delivers strong lifting performance, precise control, and fast attachment adaptability to handle a wide range of job site demands with ease.
The display will feature a comprehensive lineup including the 925FCR, 9027FZTS, 9057FZTS, 923FN and 956F HD excavators, alongside the TD25M dozer and 4215D motor grader, covering applications from urban construction and utilities to quarrying, mining and bulk earthmoving. A forklift display will also showcase LiuGong’s latest-generation material handling solutions, featuring modern design, enhanced operator comfort, and intuitive controls to maximise productivity across industrial applications.
Together, this portfolio reflects LiuGong’s commitment to delivering tough, easy-to-operate equipment with a competitive total cost of ownership, underpinned by a Total Solutions approach and the integration of intelligent systems and advanced technologies to enhance performance, efficiency and long-term value.
Advancing practical electrification and cost efficiency
LiuGong will also present its growing battery-electric portfolio, demonstrating its continued focus on practical and cost-effective electrification.
Featured machines include:
- Wheel Loader 870HE – designed for high-demand applications, equipped with a 423-kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, delivering zero emissions, low noise and up to nine hours of runtime, supported by intelligent energy management and fast charging capability.
- Wheel Loader 838TE – designed for small to medium-scale and confined job sites, combining flexibility and efficiency with a 193-kWh battery, enhanced operator comfort and zero-emission operation with up to 6–8 hours of runtime.
With fuel costs remaining volatile and increasing regulatory pressure to reduce emissions, LiuGong’s battery-electric machines offer a viable alternative that delivers performance while lowering operating costs. These machines are already validated in real-world applications, helping customers reduce fuel dependency while maintaining productivity.
The European test and adaptation centre will play an important role in validating both conventional and electric machines, ensuring complete solutions are optimised for European operating conditions.
Closer to customers, focused on real-world needs
“Establishing our Italian hub is about getting closer to our customers and understanding their day-to-day challenges,” said Fabio Marlia, CEO, LiuGong Machinery Italy Srl.
“This new operation allows us to respond faster, strengthen collaboration with our dealers and validate our machines and attachments in real working environments. The test and adaptation centre will be key to capturing the voice of the customer and translating that into practical improvements. At a time when customers are facing rising fuel costs and increasing regulatory pressure, our focus is on delivering solutions that are technologically advanced, cost-effective and ready to perform in real applications. Our growing electric portfolio is an important part of that commitment.
Strategic step for long-term growth
With its investment in a new Italian hub, a strong focus on customer-led machine adaptation, and an expanding range of diesel and electrified equipment, LiuGong is well positioned to deliver more responsive, application-driven and cost-effective solutions to customers across Europe, reflecting its commitment to globalisation through local presence, Total Solutions, and the integration of intelligent technologies.
Leading construction equipment manufacturer, LiuGong Machinery, has received the prestigious 2026 Red Dot Product Design Award for its T-series wheel loader family.
Developed collaboratively between UK and China design studios, the new T-series represents the next evolution of LiuGong’s core product line—the very machines that built LiuGong’s reputation worldwide.
Spanning models from 7 to 33 tonnes (and expanding into the mining sector), the T-series showcases a unified, operator-focused architecture built from the ground up through years of customer insight and field research.
According to Gary Major, Senior Creative Industrial Designer at LiuGong Europe: “The T-series project involved holistically building a common design DNA across a family of machines and improving functionality, ergonomics, and visual identity in equal measure.”
“While it’s our third Red Dot win, this one is particularly meaningful because it celebrates what LiuGong was founded on—wheel loaders. It’s a proud milestone for our global design team.”
The Red Dot Award: Product Design is one of the world’s most respected design competitions, recognising innovation, quality, and usability across industries. Held annually in Essen, Germany, the Red Dot jury evaluates thousands of entries based on criteria such as innovation, functionality, and ergonomic quality.
LiuGong’s recent win solidifies its growing reputation as a Chinese manufacturer driving global design standards in construction machinery. It highlights the brand’s commitment to innovative industrial designs for local applications.
The T-series will join LiuGong’s previous Red Dot-winning designs—the 4180D motor grader and the Dressta TD-16N crawler dozer—in the Red Dot Design Museum.
Leading construction equipment manufacturer, LiuGong Machinery, has partnered with its authorised dealer in the UK, Lloyd Ltd, to showcase a broad range of machines tailored to demanding UK applications at upcoming ScotPlant, set to take place on Friday, April 24th and Saturday, April 25th.
The showcase reflects growing demand across the UK construction sector for compact, efficient, and battery-electric machinery suited to infrastructure, utilities, housebuilding, and quarry operations.
Visitors to the Lloyd Ltd stand at ScotPlant will be able to experience a diverse range of machines from LiuGong, including excavators, short-radius machines, electric equipment, and wheel loaders designed for productivity in challenging site conditions.
Compact and heavy-duty excavators on display will include the 9018FE, 9027FE, 9051F, 909ECR, 915FCR, 922F, and 925FCR. The lineup will also include loading solutions such as the 838T skid steer loader and the 870HE electric wheel loader, alongside the LS0610E electric scissor lift for access applications.
In addition, LiuGong will present the 6027F tandem roller, marking the introduction of its road machinery range into the UK market and expanding the brand’s offering for demanding road construction and landscaping applications.
The showcase comes as UK contractors increasingly prioritise machines that balance performance, efficiency, and lower operating costs, particularly in sectors facing labour shortages, emissions requirements, and productivity pressures.
“We are seeing strong interests in machines that are versatile, efficient, and ready for real UK job sites,” said Dean Thornwell, Managing Director of LiuGong UK & Ireland.
“Our presence at ScotPlant reflects LiuGong’s commitment to bringing a broader product portfolio closer to customers, while strengthening local support and adapting machines to regional requirements. Working alongside Lloyd Ltd, we are looking forward to engaging directly with customers and supporting their evolving needs.”
The presence of the 870HE electric wheel loader and compact electric excavators at the showcase also reflects increasing interest in low-emission equipment across UK construction and infrastructure projects, particularly in urban and regulated environments.
On this backdrop, Lloyd Ltd has highlighted the importance of the partnership with LiuGong and the opportunity to showcase the machines to Scottish contractors and plant hirers:
“ScotPlant is a key opportunity for us to demonstrate the strength and breadth of LiuGong’s expanding portfolio to customers across Scotland,” said George Lloyd, Managing Director of Lloyd Ltd. “Customers will be able to see newly introduced electric wheel loaders and excavators engineered for real-world applications, speak with our team, and explore solutions that support productivity and efficiency.”
LiuGong continues to support the transition toward sustainable construction with the deployment of its electric wheel loader, the 870HE, at a STRABAG quarry in Slovenia The project shows STRABAG's investment in technology that reduces emissions while maintaining high performance in demanding working environments.
As one of Europe’s leading construction technology groups, STRABAG is actively promoting sustainability across its operations. Currently, fuel consumption is the largest contributor to STRABAG’s carbon footprint. Advancing different low- and zero-emission drive technologies for construction machinery is key to achieving STRABAG's climate neutrality target by 2040. The company’s commitment to environmental responsibility aligns closely with LiuGong’s vision of delivering zero-emission solutions for the heavy equipment industry.
As part of this initiative, a BEV handover event was held on site, bringing together around 20 participants, including key decision-makers from STRABAG as well as new potential customers. The event provided an opportunity to experience LiuGong’s electric technology directly in real quarry operations.
The LiuGong 870HE, one of the company’s most advanced electric wheel loaders, demonstrates how zero-emission solutions can be successfully integrated into heavy-duty applications. Designed for productivity, reliability, and efficiency, the machine supports customers in achieving their sustainability targets without compromising performance.
This deployment reflects STRABAG’s use of LiuGong’s technology as part of the Group‘s wider commitment to improve sustainability in construction operations.
“The 870HE is one of our most requested electric machines - powerful, reliable, and built for real-world performance. We are proud to support STRABAG in advancing their zero-emission goals with our electric solutions.” - Matthias Maehler - DACH Regional Manager, LiuGong Machinery Europe B.V.
"Decarbonising our construction machinery is a key step in reducing our emissions. In collaboration with our partners, we are exploring a variety of drive technologies. The electric wheel loader from LiuGong shows how low-emission operation and high performance can be successfully combined at our quarries.– Lutz Müller, Technical Manager Aggregates and Concrete, South East Europe, STRABAG
The project also underlines the importance of close cooperation between LiuGong and its partners, ensuring that both technology and service capabilities are aligned with customer needs. By combining proven machinery with advanced electric drive systems, LiuGong continues to deliver practical and sustainable solutions for the quarry and construction industries.
With increasing demand for low-emission equipment across Europe, LiuGong remains committed to driving innovation and supporting its customers on their journey toward a more sustainable future.
LiuGong, a global leader in construction machinery and electrified equipment solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Koparco as its new authorised dealer in Poland. The partnership marks another step in strengthening LiuGong’s dealer network in Central Europe and expands local support for customers in one of the region’s most active construction markets.
Poland continues to see strong demand across infrastructure, municipal, rental, and urban construction applications. In this environment, customers increasingly require compact, versatile machines supported by reliable local service and fast response times.
Through this new partnership, Koparco will represent LiuGong’s compact equipment range in Poland, including mini excavators, compact wheel loaders and skid steers. Customers will benefit from improved local access to LiuGong machines, supported by dedicated sales coverage, responsive aftersales service and access to genuine parts.
“We are delighted to welcome Koparco to the LiuGong dealer network,” said Howard Dale, President of LiuGong Europe. “Poland is a strategically important market within our European growth plan, and this appointment reflects our continued commitment of developing a strong and capable dealer network across Europe. Koparco brings valuable market knowledge, customer focus, and the operational capability needed to support our growth in Poland”.
Koparco has strong experience in the local market and a clear understanding of customer requirements in compact applications. The company will support customers working across the construction, municipal, and rental sectors, where the machines' versatility, reliability, and service responsiveness are critical.
“We are proud to partner with LiuGong,” said Michal Kosmala, President of Koparco. “This appointment allows us to offer Polish customers a compact equipment range that is well-suited to local job site requirements, together with dependable service and direct factory support. We see strong potential in this segment and look forward to building the business with LiuGong in Poland.”
“Developing our dealer network with the right local partners is central to our long-term strategy in Central and Eastern Europe,” said Piotr Rozwadowski, Regional Sales Director, Central & Eastern Europe, LiuGong Europe. “Koparco is well positioned to support customers in Poland and to help us strengthen LiuGong’s compact equipment presence in this important market.”
Koparco’s appointment reflects LiuGong’s continued focus on combining global manufacturing strength with strong local representation, ensuring customers benefit from both product quality and dependable support close to their operations.
LiuGong, a global leader in construction machinery and electrified equipment solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of MAXSUS AS as its new authorised dealer in Norway. This partnership marks an important milestone in LiuGong's long-term commitment to the Norwegian market and further strengthens the company's position in one of Europe's most advanced zero-emission construction environments.
MAXSUS AS is a newly established company under Ultimax Holding AS, created to address Norway's accelerating regulatory and environmental transition toward emission-free construction. Although recently formed, MAXSUS AS is supported operationally by its sister company, Hymax AS, which provides established infrastructure, technical expertise, and financial strength to ensure a stable and scalable operating model.
Headquartered in Indre Østfold, MAXSUS AS will focus on the sale and promotion of electric and sustainable construction machinery, supporting contractors across Norway in their transition to low- and zero-emission operations.
Supporting Norwegian Customers with Local Expertise
The appointment of MAXSUS AS represents a strategic step in LiuGong's continued expansion across Scandinavia. Norway is widely recognized as a global leader in construction electrification, driven by public procurement requirements, environmental targets, and increasing customer demand for sustainable solutions.
With a dedicated partner focused exclusively on electric machinery, LiuGong is well positioned to support Norwegian customers with factory-built electric equipment, local technical competence, and structured after-sales support.
Dagfinn Søgård, Regional Sales Manager for Scandinavia at LiuGong Europe, commented:
"We are very pleased to welcome MAXSUS AS to the LiuGong dealer network. Norway is a key market for electric construction machinery, and MAXSUS's clear strategic focus on sustainable solutions, combined with strong market understanding, makes it an ideal partner. Together, we will support Norwegian contractors with factory-integrated electric machines that deliver performance, reliability, and predictable operating costs."
Proven Electric Solutions for a Demanding Market
Through this partnership, MAXSUS AS gains access to one of the industry's most comprehensive portfolios of factory-built electric construction equipment line-ups. LiuGong's electric range includes compact excavators, wheel loaders, and larger machines for demanding applications, all designed as integrated BEV platforms rather than retrofitted conversions.
LiuGong machines are supported directly by the manufacturer through spare parts supply, structured warranties, and technical support, ensuring long-term customer confidence.
Kjetil Søreng, Product and Sales Manager at MAXSUS AS, stated:
"Electrification is no longer a niche — it is a business-critical decision for contractors who want to remain competitive. The market demands proven solutions with documented performance, high availability, and predictable operating costs. LiuGong delivers on these requirements, and we are proud to represent such a strong and forward-looking brand in Norway."
Electric LiuGong machines already have a proven track record in the Norwegian market. Over several years, leading rental and contracting companies have invested in LiuGong electric equipment deployed across construction sites nationwide. These machines have demonstrated high operational reliability, strong performance in demanding conditions, and measurable cost efficiency — key success factors in modern construction projects.
Globally, LiuGong has more than 10,500 electric machines in operation, with the highest-hour unit exceeding 20,000 operating hours, providing clear evidence of durability and long-term capability.
Structured and Scalable Market Approach
To ensure efficient market coverage and high service standards, MAXSUS AS will work closely with Hymax AS, which will be responsible for warehousing, service operations, and aftermarket support in cooperation with selected service partners. This structure enables MAXSUS AS to focus on sales development and customer relationships while ensuring high machine uptime and rapid technical response throughout the product lifecycle.
As part of its market introduction, MAXSUS AS will maintain a stock of selected electric LiuGong models under 10 tonnes to ensure short delivery times and strong availability. Larger machines will be supplied directly from the factory, tailored to project-specific requirements.
Advancing LiuGong's European Strategy
Howard Dale, President – European Region, LiuGong, commented:
"This partnership reinforces LiuGong's long-term commitment to the Nordic region and to the transition toward sustainable construction. By combining our global expertise in electric machinery with strong, locally focused partners like MAXSUS AS, we are building a dependable and future-ready dealer network capable of delivering long-term value in forward-looking markets such as Norway."
This new dealer appointment demonstrates LiuGong's continued development in Europe — not only through innovative and sustainable product development, but also through structured cooperation with capable local partners who understand their markets and customers.
Harry Mellor, formerly European Product Director, will focus on expanding dealer networks to deliver LiuGong’s next phase of growth across the UK construction equipment market.
22 January 2026, Portsmouth, UK – Leading construction equipment manufacturer LiuGong has announced the appointment of Harry Mellor as Sales Director for the UK, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to the market and its ambition to accelerate growth from 2026 onwards.
Mellor assumes the role after six years in senior leadership positions across Europe, most recently as European Product Director for LiuGong Europe, where he played a central role in the company’s expansion across multiple European markets.
Between 2020 and 2025, LiuGong recorded strong volume growth in Europe while significantly expanding its product portfolio, including the introduction of advanced battery electric machines and next-generation technologies developed specifically for mature European markets.
During this period, Mellor worked closely with LiuGong’s China-based R&D, manufacturing, and executive leadership teams to ensure product development was closely aligned with customer needs and real-world applications across Europe. His collaboration supported LiuGong’s emergence as a credible challenger in the global construction equipment industry, particularly in electrification and integrated equipment solutions.
In his new role, Mellor will be responsible for leading LiuGong’s UK sales strategy, strengthening customer relationships, supporting and expanding dealer networks, and ensuring the UK market plays a vital role in LiuGong’s future growth and investment plans.
“The UK is a strategic market for LiuGong,” said Harry Mellor, Sales Director for the UK. “Having been actively involved in LiuGong’s growth across Europe over the past six years, I am excited to now work directly with our UK customers and partners to support the next stage of development. Our focus will be on building scale, strengthening relationships, and delivering practical, future-ready solutions that meet the needs of the UK market.”
Dean Thornwell, Managing Director of LiuGong UK, said: “Harry’s appointment reflects our confidence in the UK market and our intention to continue investing for the long term. His experience across Europe and deep understanding of our product strategy will be critical as we strengthen our dealer network and grow our customer base.”
“With Harry’s close ties to the LiuGong’s R&D and manufacturing operations, and proven track record in mature European markets, LiuGong UK is well positioned to enter its next phase of growth as demand increases for efficient, sustainable, and technologically advanced construction equipment solutions,” added Howard Dale, President of LiuGong Europe.
Howard Dale, President of LiuGong Europe, has been awarded the prestigious Guangxi Golden Silkball Friendship Award by the People’s Government of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The award is one of Guangxi’s highest honours for international experts and leaders who have made exceptional contributions to regional development, industrial cooperation, and cultural exchange.
Since joining LiuGong in 2014, Mr Dale has worked closely with teams in Europe and Guangxi to strengthen the company’s presence across mature European markets. This collaboration has shaped LiuGong Europe into a structured, customer-focused, and market-driven organisation with an increasingly strong dealer network and growing confidence from key customers. Through joint efforts between the European team and headquarters, LiuGong has advanced European product readiness, aligned market needs with global product planning, and enhanced cross-border communication.
A significant milestone in this cooperation has been the successful transition of the Dressta dozer production from Poland to Changzhou, ensuring complete alignment in development, quality, competitiveness, and long-term strategy across LiuGong’s global product lines. Another significant achievement has been the launch and acceleration of LiuGong’s Battery-Electric (BEV) programme in Europe, where coordinated efforts between Liuzhou and the European teams have positioned LiuGong as a pioneer in sustainable construction equipment across key European markets.
The Guangxi Golden Silkball Friendship Award recognises not only Mr. Dale’s contribution but also the shared commitment of LiuGong teams across regions to international partnership, technology advancement, and mutual development between Europe and Guangxi.
“Receiving the Guangxi Golden Silkball Friendship Award 2025 is a true honour,” said Dale. “This recognition reflects not only my personal journey since joining LiuGong, but the collaboration, dedication, and shared purpose that define the LiuGong culture. I am grateful to the entire LiuGong Europe and Liuzhou HQ teams for their support and for the opportunity to contribute to our global success. Together, we will continue strengthening partnerships, driving innovation, and building long-term relationships that support sustainable growth across all the markets we serve.”
LiuGong remains committed to expanding its European capabilities in research, testing, product development, and operational excellence, reinforcing Europe’s role as a central pillar of the company’s global strategy and contributing to Guangxi’s vision of global engagement and industrial cooperation. This direction is fully aligned with LiuGong’s “Three Totals Strategy”—delivering Total Solutions, creating Total Value, and accelerating Total Globalisation across all markets.
