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Hidromek is buying Mitsubishi’s grader range

Turkish construction equipment manufacturer Hidromek is looking to expand its product range with the acquisition of the Mitsubishi line-up. The deal was signed between Hidromek and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). The signing ceremony took place in Ankara. This is the latest in a series of moves by Hidromek in its bid to expand its product range and increase its international presence as an equipment manufacturer. In addition to the benefits the new grader range will bring, the firm says that this acquisi
November 26, 2013 Read time: 2 mins
The Mitsubishi grader range has now been acquired by Turkish firm Hidromek
Turkish construction equipment manufacturer 230 Hidromek is looking to expand its product range with the acquisition of the Mitsubishi line-up. The Deal was signed between Hidromek and 6406 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). The signing ceremony took place in Ankara. This is the latest in a series of moves by Hidromek in its bid to expand its product range and increase its international presence as an equipment manufacturer. In addition to the benefits the new grader range will bring, the firm says that this acquisition will enable it to penetrate the Asia and ASEAN markets with its existing backhoe loader and excavator ranges. It also offers new opportunities for the existing distribution network, which will be able to supply graders along with the backhoe loaders and excavators. Existing customers around the world will be supported through the Hidromek network as well as MHI network wherever applicable. As per this agreement, MHI will for a given period of time provide technical support and motor grader parts to Hidromek.

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