LiuGong Zero Boundaries

LiuGong Zero Boundaries represented an opportunity for the Chinese manufacturer to tell its audience how its roadmap for electrification on the job site is progressing. Zero Boundaries was held at LiuGong’s UK regional hub in Portsmouth.

Zero Boundaries in the words of Harry Mellor, LiuGong’s European Product Director

Harry Mellor, LiuGong’s European Product Director, outlined the company’s leadership in battery electric vehicle (BEV) technology, with over a decade of development and real-world application, outlining LiuGong’s roadmap for future expansion across both BEV and internal combustion engine (ICE) categories.

“By 2027, all major product categories will be launched in Europe,” said Mellor. “And by 2030, we aim to cover 85% of total industry volume. That’s what being a full-solution provider means for us.”

Mellor presented the BEV Model Plan 2026, which includes 10 new machines, LiuGong’s first electric skid steer loaders, reach stackers, and forklifts for Europe, plus expanded excavators and wheel loaders, including the 95-tonne 995FE and 35-tonne 8110TE.

He also highlighted the proven BEV performance across UK and European job sites, as well as the company’s innovations in battery, charging, and site energy systems. These are supported by the integration of AI, IoT, and ICT, enabling smarter, more connected job sites.

“China leads in BEV technology, and LiuGong is a leader in China,” Mellor added. “But leadership isn’t just about innovation; it’s about application. Our electric machines have proven themselves on real job sites, with our highest-hour unit now exceeding 20,000 hours, a clear benchmark for long-term durability. If customers have any questions, we’re here to answer them. With over 10,500 BEVs in operation globally, we’ve got the data and experience to back it up.”

Strategic Partnerships Strengthen UK Presence

Zero Boundaries served as a platform to deepen LiuGong partnerships and formalise forward-looking agreements. Paul Mitchinson, Head of Plant, Engineering & Asset Maintenance at Holcim UK, shared the company’s experience trialling LiuGong BEV machines.

“The experience we’ve had with the LiuGong machines has been very good,” said Mitchinson. “We put the bigger machine, the 870HE, into one of our Southwest quarries, Callow, where the operators fully embraced the new technology. Now they don’t want to go back into the diesel area.”

He recognised LiuGong’s support in configuring the equipment to operator needs. Holcim is now in a position to finalise a 20-unit electric wheel loader order for 2025, pending final approval from its global HQ, with additional units under consideration beyond 2025.

“I think the behavioural shift in the business is a big change. The product itself is a very robust and powerful unit and will be key to supporting our carbon reduction programme going forward.”

A signing ceremony also marked several key developments reinforcing LiuGong’s growing momentum in the UK. This included the formalisation of a new dealer agreement with Dragon Plant Sales (Wales). LiuGong also recently announced a new partnership with Lloyd Ltd, now covering North West England and Scotland as part of its expanding UK dealer network.