A competition that highlighted the technical level of the Latin American
representatives and reaffirmed LiuGong’s investment in training and valuing
professionals.
LiuGong Latin America secured third place at the 8th Global Technical Skills
Competition, held in October 2025 in Ayutthaya, Thailand. The Latin American
team was composed of Marcelo de Andrade, Service Specialist at LiuGong
Brazil; Rodrigo Barbosa de Souza, Service Field Technician at the distributor
Sarandi Tratores; and Emanuel Romero Rosario, Service Field Technician at
Caon Group (Argentina).
The competition brought together teams from different regions of the world,
including Russia, Poland, Indonesia, India, China, Thailand, Egypt, Saudi
Arabia, and South Africa. The Latin American team secured a place on the
podium, finishing behind the teams from Russia (1st place) and Poland (2nd
place).
Global Challenges and Technical Learning
The journey of the Latin American representatives began in the regional
qualifiers organized by LiuGong Latin America, which brought together
technicians from distributors and factory employees. The theoretical and
practical tests evaluated everything from mastery of the machines’ electrical
and hydraulic systems to the disassembly and assembly of subassemblies, predelivery inspections (PDI), failure diagnostics, and equipment technical
handover procedures.
During the global championship in Thailand, the competitors faced challenges
with a maximum time limit of 60 minutes, requiring precision and agility. The
tasks included disassembly of hydraulic controls, adjustment of diesel injection
systems, and electrical fault diagnostics on excavators, wheel loaders, and
aerial work platforms.
“The challenges were complex and the time limits extremely short. Each test
required quick thinking, precise measurements, and teamwork. Even without
taking first place, we are proud to have represented Latin America among the
top three teams in the world,” said Marcelo de Andrade, electric machinery
specialist at LiuGong Latin America.
The event was held at LiuGong’s branch in Ayutthaya, about 70 km from
Bangkok, and featured a full structure provided by LiuGong Global, including
transportation, meals, and technical support for the participants. After the
competition, the contestants took part in the LiuGong Thailand Customer Day,
which showcased machine launches, global performance indicators, and
cultural attractions.
For Hebert Francisco, Vice President of LiuGong Brazil, the result in Thailand
reflects the company’s ongoing investment in the technical training of its
network professionals. “We believe that knowledge is the main tool for providing
excellent support to our customers. The Technical Skills Championship is a
celebration of competence, the exchange of experiences, and the commitment
of everyone who is part of our brand,” the executive emphasized.
About LiuGong
LiuGong Machinery Corporation is a leading company in the construction
equipment manufacturing industry in China. Since building its first wheel loader
in 1966, LiuGong has evolved to become one of the fastest-growing global
construction equipment companies, offering a full line of intuitive, heavy-duty
machines for owners who are constantly challenged to do more with less.
LiuGong provides opportunities for its employees, high-quality products and
services for its customers, financial success for its investors, and support for
the communities in the regions it serves.
The company began with the arrival of 500 workers in the city of Liuzhou in 1958.
Today, LiuGong is a global success story with over 33 product lines, 20
manufacturing facilities worldwide, 16,000 employees, and more than 500
dealers providing customers with the robust equipment they need to get any
job done, anywhere. All with local support.
About LiuGong Latin America
LiuGong Latin America (LGLA) was founded in Brazil in 2008 and is a whollyowned
subsidiary of the LiuGong Group. Manufacturing equipment in the
country since 2015, LiuGong has been expanding in the Brazilian and Latin
American markets. The business covers the sale and maintenance of
equipment and attachments for construction machines, financing solutions,
customer training, technical consulting, and other services.
LiuGong’s portfolio includes wheel loaders, motor graders, compaction rollers,
backhoe loaders, excavators, rigid trucks, and aerial work platforms, among
other equipment. The company has been increasing its presence in Brazil with
investments in its factory infrastructure and training centers in Mogi Guaçu (SP),
as well as its commercial office in Campinas (SP). In 2025, it strengthened its
presence in the mining sector with the opening of an office in Belo Horizonte
(MG), reinforcing its professional team and expanding the qualification of its
product portfolio.
Press Contact
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