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- 6 Feb 2025 ( #1216 )
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Yale launches electric counterbalance forklift to the Asia-Pacific
Yale launches electric counterbalance forklift to the Asia-Pacific

Yale launches forklift to Asia-Pacific market

Cleveland, OH, United States

Yale has launched its ERP2.0-3.5MXLG electric counterbalance forklift, powered by a lithium-ion battery, to the Asia-Pacific market.

The forklift was first launched to the market in the UK in September 2024.

The electric series has load capacities between 2T and 3.5T and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Hyster releases product to India and APAC

Cleveland, OH, United States

Hyster launches product into India and Asia-Pacific
Hyster launches product into India and Asia-Pacific

Hyster has released its lithium-ion battery-powered J2.0-3.5XTLG series forklifts into the Indian and Asia-Pacific markets.

With a lifting capacity of up to 3.5T and designed for indoor and outdoor use, the J2.0-3.5XTLG series produces zero exhaust emissions during use and charging.

Ben Newey, president of sales and marketing Asia Pacific, India and China with Hyster-Yale Materials Handling explains reducing emissions is “becoming a critical goal for many businesses”.

Clark appoints new Spanish dealer

Madrid, Spain

Clark Europe appoints Spanish distributor
Clark Europe appoints Spanish distributor

Clark Europe has appointed Areca Manutención as its latest distributor for Spain.

Madrid-based Areca Manutención, founded last September, now distributes the full range of Clark forklifts and warehouse equipment, spare parts, accessories and servicing. 

Areca Manutención CEO Jaime Real says the “strategic collaboration” with Clark Europe is “a honour” for such a young company.

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