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    1. Earthmoving

    Bobcat Breaks Ground on Mexico Plant

    June 20, 2024
    New facility will increase select loader production by 20%.
    Related To: Bobcat Company
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    Groundbreaking ceremony attended by Bobcat leaders.
    Groundbreaking ceremony attended by Bobcat leaders.

    Bobcat has broken ground on its new, $300-million manufacturing plant located in the Salinas Victoria municipality, outside of Monterrey in the state of Neuvo Leon, Mexico. The plant will increase the company's production of M Series skid steer and compact track loaders.

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    Rendering of the facility slated for completion in 2026.
    Rendering of the facility slated for completion in 2026.

    The 700,000-square-foot facility, which was announced in 2023, will expand production capacity and manufacturing capabilities by 20%. Bobcat’s compact loaders are also produced in the U.S. and the Czech Republic where production will remain following the new facility opening. 

    The manufacturing facility will seek LEED Silver certification and feature technology with an emphasis on quality, precision and energy efficiency, according to the company.

    “We look forward to growing our manufacturing footprint in the Salinas Victoria community for its excellent industrial sector, skilled workforce and strong business environment,” said Mike Ballweber, Doosan Bobcat North America president, in a statement. “Our investment here demonstrates our confidence in this manufacturing environment and thriving local economy.” 

    The design team includes U.S.-based Shultz and Associates Architects and Mexico-based GP Construcción, a division of Grupo GP, as the construction manager. Shultz and Associates Architects has partnered with Bobcat on the design and architecture of many of its North American locations. GP Construcción specializes in industrial parks and facilities across Mexico.

    The new factory is expected to create 600 to 800 jobs in the region and open in 2026.