Wed January 16, 2002
Volvo Equipment Pushes Through $6M Complex Project
South of Boston, in Weymouth, MA, a 330-unit apartment complex spread over 29 acres (11.7 ha) is taking shape on a 52-acre (21 ha) parcel of land.
Weymouth’s Rudy V. Pompeo Inc. has been doing all site excavation, related road construction and utilities at the development, which will be called Avalon Ledges Apartments....
Mon November 26, 2001
Volvo Establishes Presence in Capital, Pursues Goverment Opportunities
As of Dec. 1, the Volvo Group and its North American operations have formalized a presence in Washington, D.C. to support and complement business development, and communications efforts.
The Washington Office is part of Volvo Group North America Inc....
Fri November 23, 2001
Volvo Appoints Vaught, Causer Vice Presidents
Volvo has recently named Mick Vaught and Peter G. Causer vice presidents.
Vaught has been named vice president, articulated haulers, and Peter G. Causer has been appointed vice president, excavators, for Volvo Construction Equipment North America, Asheville, NC, the sales, marketing and product support subsidiary of Volvo Construction Equipment, Brussels, Belgium....
Fri November 09, 2001
Volvo Construction, Komatsu Discuss Industrial Cooperation for Components
Volvo Construction Equipment and Komatsu Ltd have initiated discussions regarding future cooperation in the production and development of construction equipment components. Tangible outcomes from the discussions are expected by mid-year 2002.
The intention is to determine whether both companies can find ways to strengthen their cost competitiveness and to increase customer satisfaction.
"We believe this cooperation could lead us to find high quality and cost effective solutions," said Masahiro Sakane, president of Komatsu, and Tony Helsham, president & CEO of Volvo Construction Equipment, in a common statement to the announcement.
In the discussions, Volvo Construction Equipment and Komatsu will not include sales, service, distribution and equity participation.
Both companies will continue to engage in business as independent competitors using their own dealer networks, brands and identities.
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Tue August 21, 2001
Castor Named Volvo Wheel Loader VP
Thomas Caster has been appointed vice president and business line manager, wheel loaders, of Volvo Construction Equipment North America Inc., Asheville, NC, the sales, marketing and product support subsidiary of Volvo Construction Equipment, Brussels, Belgium....
Wed August 02, 2000
Volvo Salutes Highway Equipment & Supply for Top Job
Highway Equipment & Supply Company, Harrisburg and Drums, PA, has been recognized by Volvo Construction Equipment North America Inc., with the Volvo CE Circle of Excellence 2000 Award. Highway Equipment & Supply Company, a dealer for Volvo Construction Equipment products since 1962, achieved the highest ranking amongst the Volvo CE dealer network for sales and marketing of Volvo CE products.
The Volvo Construction Equipment Circle of Excellence Program establishes and defines the standards by which Volvo CE dealers are measured and guided as they set and achieve marketing and operation goals....
Fri February 09, 2001
Gustafson Steps Down as President of Volvo
Volvo Trucks North America Inc. announced that Marc Gustafson has elected to resign his position as president and CEO.
Since joining Volvo Trucks North America in 1996, Gustafson led the successful introduction of new products including the Volvo VN 770, VN 660, and the VHD series....
Marc Rapport - Wed February 21, 2001
Newell Kicks Volvo, Hitachi Fleet Into Overdrive to Meet Deadline
Keith Newell knows that the best way to stay successful is to surround himself with the best people and the best equipment. When his company, W.S. Newell Inc., took on a site prep job in Montgomery, AL, he armed himself with a little of both, including some of the newest offerings from Hitachi and Volvo....
Wed December 27, 2000
Custom-Made Volvo Loaders Complete the Fleet for Bobo
Bobo Grinding, based in Woodstock, GA, has very specific needs when it comes to equipment purchases. The company recently decided it was time to replace the fleet of loaders it used in its wood waste recycling business, and turned to Trax Inc.’s Gainesville, GA, branch for help.
Steven Anthony, sales representative for the Gainesville location, had been calling on Bobo Grinding for some time, and was well-equipped to respond to the company’s situation....
G.W. Hall - Wed December 27, 2000
Marble Mining Crew Trades Pickaxes for Volvo Loaders
Two Volvo D Series wheel loaders have become important parts of the operation at the historic Georgia Marble Company in recent months. The 116-year-old mining operation in Tate, GA, acquired a Volvo L70D last summer, then added a Volvo L330D to its equipment inventory in September....
