Guangxi LiuGong Machinery Co., a Chinese-headquartered manufacturer of construction and materials handling equipment, has officially launched its Canadian subsidiary, LiuGong Canada.

Having had a presence in Canada for more than a decade, the company offers a broad portfolio of wheel loaders, excavators, dozers, motor graders, rollers, forklifts, AWPs, compact equipment and battery-electric construction equipment.

According to the company, the establishment of the subsidiary is intended to expand dealer support, strengthen customer service and accelerate the company's growth across the country.

The opening ceremony, which took place at the Sheraton Laval Hotel, brought together dealers, customers, vendors and employees from across the Canadian network.

The event was hosted by Dongchun Li, vice president of Guangxi LiuGong Machinery Co., and guests included Andrew Ryan, president of LiuGong North America; and Jim Miao, general manager of LiuGong Canada.

"We are building a Canadian organisation for Canadian customers," says Miao. "That means building a team here that understands this market, working closely with our dealers and bringing the resources of LiuGong directly to the people who depend on our equipment."

The company says it will also bring the resources of LiuGong's global engineering, manufacturing and R&D organisation to the Canadian market.

This will strengthen local access to the technology, expertise and equipment needed to meet the demands of Canadian industry.