Caterpillar Inc. opened MINExpo International 2008 today with the largest and most comprehensive state-of-the-art indoor exhibit in the history of the exposition. The event, which runs September 22-24 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, will highlight Caterpillar’s mining products, services, technology and people. With over 40,000 square feet of floor space, the Caterpillar exhibit is [...]

Caterpillar Inc. is unveiling the next generation of mining trucks at MINExpo 2008 in Las Vegas, NV. Along with improved safety features, Tier 2 compliant engines and new integrated technologies in the existing Cat mining fleet, the company has developed electric drive mining trucks that will debut at the expo September 22-24, 2008.
“When our customers [...]

Caterpillar Inc. has announced a groundbreaking alignment with BHP Billiton to develop an autonomous mining haulage system. The agreement couples the market leader in mining equipment with the world’s largest diversified natural resources company.
“Our joint autonomous technology project is a significant initiative that will bring benefits to both Caterpillar and BHP Billiton,” said Caterpillar Group [...]