Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe)
About us
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd
Since it was established in 1970, as a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., HCM has become the third largest construction machinery manufacturer in the world. Based in Japan, the company has production plants in Asia, Europe, North and South America, and employs more than 25,000 people worldwide.
Over the past few decades, HCM has developed a full line of industry-leading construction equipment.
This includes excavators (one to 800 tonnes), wheel loaders and dump trucks.
You can find them hard at work around the globe – on infrastructure and construction projects, in the mining and quarrying industries, as well as demolition, forestry, waste and recycling.
- History
- Company outline
- HCM's Manufacturing Bases
- Environmental vision
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (HCM) has always been at the forefront of innovation in the construction industry. Established in Japan in 1970, it released the world’s first fully hydraulic crawler crane, the KH150, a year later. Its origins date back to 1949, however, and the introduction of the Hitachi U05, Japan’s first mechanical excavator.
These firsts have continued over the decades, with HCM’s expanding product line encompassing mini and ultra-large excavators, wheel loaders and crawler cranes. Subsidiaries, sales companies and joint ventures for production have expanded the company’s international presence. Today, HCM is a global full-line supplier of construction equipment, and the third largest construction machinery manufacturer in the world.
HCM outline
Company name:
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd
Capital:
81,576 million Yen (Total Number of Shares Issued: 215,115,038)
Head Office:
2-5-1 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-8563, Japan
Ever wondered where Hitachi machines are designed, produced, tested and customised? HCM has state-of-the-art facilities dotted around the globe. The majority are located in Japan, including Tsuchiura Works, the largest factory of its kind in the world. Most Hitachi products are tested at the 427-hectare Urahoro Test Site, in job site conditions and extreme weather.
If you were to visit any Hitachi production base, whether it’s in Europe, North or South America, the CIS or Asia, you would see the highest standards of safety and quality. You’d also see the level of teamwork and dedication from our employees, who ensure that we can meet the global demand for Hitachi construction equipment.
As the first to introduce carbon-offset products in the construction machinery industry, HCM is leading the way in sustainability. By promoting low-energy and zero emissions at its production bases, and controlling the CO2 emissions of its products, it is actively contributing to environmental conservation as well as lowering costs for you, the customer.
Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV
HCME is responsible for the manufacture, sales and marketing of Hitachi construction equipment throughout Europe and parts of Africa.
The company employs more than 600 people.
Hitachi produces the widest range of hydraulic excavators in the world, ranging from one-tonne minis to 800-tonne mining excavators. Every single model delivers a smooth and productive performance, and is comfortable, safe and reliable. In addition to excavators, HCME also supplies wheel loaders, rigid dump trucks and other construction equipment for special applications.
Successful operations at its European factories are allowing HCME to fulfil its business strategy and increase market share in each of its key markets. The company’s mission to ‘think global, act local’ is reflected in its focus on customer needs and the Hitachi brand values associated with innovation and technology.
Our History
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Environment & CSR
We have a responsibility to respect the environment and contribute to a sustainable society. That’s why we continuously develop our machines, to make them use less energy, last longer and utilise recyclable materials wherever possible. It’s also why we are always looking for ways to improve our production processes to minimise waste.
Supporting communities, through global initiatives and local charities, is another way we hope to make a positive contribution to society. Whether it’s supplying machines for disaster relief efforts, contributing to the development of a recycling-oriented society, conserving forests or helping to rebuild local communities – this is part of our commitment to enhancing people’s lives.
Dealer network
You can rely on our network of local dealers to provide you with a first-class service – for sales, delivery and maintenance of your Hitachi construction equipment. With expert training at our facilities in Amsterdam, and continuous access to our sales, service and parts teams, your local dealer offers the support your business demands.
Once your Hitachi machine is up and running, get the most from it using our comprehensive after-sales package, Support Chain. This includes parts, extended warranty and service contracts, technical support, and our online remote monitoring application, Global e-Service. With this extensive set of tools, our dealers give your business the edge in an increasingly competitive industry.
