Caterpillar celebrates 100 years in business with limited-edition machine colour
The company will mark the centennial with events at facilities around the world
Caterpillar begins its 100th anniversary with celebrations throughout the U.S. to mark a momentous occasion in the company's history. The manufacturing company officially turns 100 on April 15, and plans to embark on a tour of Caterpillar facilities around the world to provide an interactive and immersive experience for employees and visitors.
In addition, the milestone will be commemorated with limited-edition "centennial grey" painted machines available for purchase in 2025.
Founded in 1925 as the Caterpillar Tractor Co., the company launched its first track-type tractor designed to pull combine harvesters in Northern California. Today, autonomous construction and mining equipment and engines have helped its contractors complete infrastructure projects that have had a lasting effect on the modern world.
Commemorating a century in business
Celebrations have taken place in Sanford, North Carolina, and Peoria, Illinois. At the company's global headquarters in Irving, Texas, the families of company founders C.L. Best and Benjamin Holt will gather with company leaders and employees to celebrate the first 100 years of commitment to the industry.
"Our success over the last 100 years is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees, the continued trust of our customers, and the support of our dealers and business partners," said Caterpillar Chairman and CEO Jim Umpleby.
"I am proud to lead such a strong team, and I'm confident Caterpillar will continue to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world over the next 100 years."
