Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) kicked off its centennial celebration at CES® 2025, highlighting its leadership in technological innovation, automation, and sustainability. With a focus on the energy transition and the future of work, Caterpillar showcased its advancements in autonomy technologies, digital connectivity, alternative fuels, and electrification.
A Century of Innovation Towards a Sustainable Future
Caterpillar, known for its legacy in heavy and industrial machinery, presented its vision for the future of work through an immersive exhibition at CES 2025. The centerpiece of its presentation was the Centennial Hub, an exhibit that spans ten decades of technological advancements, underscoring its commitment to sustainability.
Rob Hoenes, Senior Vice President of Electrification and Energy Solutions at Caterpillar, stated:
“The technology we brought to CES is the result of how Caterpillar has continued to innovate to make the industry safer, smarter, more sustainable, and more powerful.”
Tech Highlights at CES 2025
Among the key innovations presented by Caterpillar are:
- Cat® 972 Wheel Loader with Hybrid Technology: This electrified technical demonstrator maintains the performance of a diesel machine without requiring DC fast-charging infrastructure, providing a sustainable solution for modern work sites. Designed in just 12 weeks, it showcases the company’s ability to respond quickly to market demands.
- Electrified Job Site Simulation: An interactive experience that demonstrates how Caterpillar uses data and energy flows to optimize sustainability in real-world operations.
- Cat® Command Technologies: Attendees were able to test remote operation of machinery, a solution that enhances safety and efficiency by allowing autonomous operations from mobile devices.
The Customer as the Driver of Innovation
Caterpillar reaffirmed that its focus on innovation is guided by its customers’ needs. In a context where sustainability and digitalization are essential, Caterpillar provides tools that enable businesses to tackle current challenges while preparing for the energy transition.
The company also highlighted how its network of dealers and financial services supports these initiatives globally, assisting customers in sectors such as construction, mining, transportation, and energy.
Toward the Next 100 Years
With sales of $67.1 billion in 2023, Caterpillar continues to lead in the manufacturing of industrial equipment and its commitment to a low-carbon future. At CES 2025, the company not only celebrates a century of innovation but also reaffirms its role as a catalyst for a more sustainable world.