EARTHMOVING
Andru Mining receives Africa’s only centenary edition CAT D8 Juanita Pienaar spoke with Shonel Reddy (Financial Director, Andru Mining); Craig “Sheppie” Shepherd (Key Account Manager, Barloworld Equipment); Douglas Morris (Executive Head: Sales & Supply Chain, Barloworld Equipment); Joe Naicker (Plant Director, Andru Mining); and Andronicca Masemola (Chief Executive Officer, Barloworld Equipment Southern Africa) during the official handover of the only CAT D8 Centenary Edition dozer in Africa - finished in the original Catepillar grey. A s Barloworld Equipment and Caterpillar celebrate 100 years of engineering, inno- vation, and partnership, this rare machine stands as much As we reflect upon the years, we remind ourselves of the values that have guided us: integrity, innovation, and customer first.
more than a high-performance earthmov- er; it is a symbol of trust, loyalty, and a relationship four decades in the making. Honouring a century of innovation Addressing guests, customers, suppliers, and Barloworld staff, CEO Andronicca Masemola opened the event by placing the celebration in historical context. “For 100 years Caterpillar has been at the forefront of building a better world,” she said. “Whether it is infrastructure or mining projects much needed to drive human progress, we have been there with
Andronicca Masemola - Chief Executive Officer, Barloworld Equipment Southern Africa.
unwavering customer support. “As we reflect upon the years, we remind ourselves of the values that have guided us: integrity, innovation, and customer first,” she said. “These principles have allowed us to navigate challenges, embrace opportunities, and not only survive but thrive.” The centenary D8 - painted in the classic Caterpillar grey used between 1925 and 1938 - embodies this heritage. Barloworld
secured only one D8 for Southern Africa, and it was allocated to Andru Mining, a customer with an extraordinary history of commitment to the brand. “This special piece is the only one in its class in Southern Africa,” Masemola said. “It is a symbol of our commitment to quality and innovation. May this equipment not only serve your needs but also remind you of the strong bond we have cultivated over the years.”
our customers, building nations.” Masemola emphasised that this
centenary milestone is both a celebration and a reminder of the values that have shaped Caterpillar and its dealer network: integrity, innovation, resilience, and
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