Caterpillar Transforms the Construction Worksite with Advanced Technology, Services and Solutions at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026

Expands AI and autonomy capabilities, launches new rental and compact equipment offerings, and celebrates skilled operators and technicians

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Caterpillar Inc. is showcasing its latest innovations in advanced technology, service solutions, and new products at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in Las Vegas. The company is focused on helping customers tackle industry challenges around labor, safety, and productivity through AI, autonomy, full-fleet connectivity, and enhanced service and rental offerings. Caterpillar is also celebrating the skill and expertise of the world's top equipment operators and technicians through global competitions.

Why it matters

As construction jobsites become more complex, Caterpillar is rapidly innovating to simplify how customers operate and grow their businesses. The company's focus on advanced technology, connected solutions, and supporting skilled labor aims to drive productivity, enhance safety, and address labor shortages - key issues facing the construction industry.

The details

At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, Caterpillar will showcase its expanded AI and autonomy capabilities, including the Cat® AI Assistant™ and the company's first autonomous soil compactor, the Cat® CS12. Caterpillar is also launching new offerings like Cat Compact, a streamlined customer experience for small contractors and growing businesses, and enhancing its rental solutions and service programs. Additionally, Caterpillar is elevating the skills of top equipment operators and technicians through global competitions.

  • Caterpillar's Ground Breakers Keynote will take place on Wednesday, March 4, at 1 p.m. PST.
  • Live demonstrations at the Operator Stadium will run daily at 9:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
  • The Global Operator Challenge Finals will be held on Tuesday, March 3, at 9:30 a.m.
  • The awards ceremony for the Global Operator Challenge and Global Dealer Technician Challenge will begin at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3.

The players

Caterpillar Inc.

A leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives, with 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion.

Joe Creed

The CEO of Caterpillar Inc.

Rod Shurman

The President of Caterpillar's Construction Industries Group.

Jaime Mineart

The Chief Technology Officer of Caterpillar.

Ogi Redzic

The Chief Digital Officer of Caterpillar.

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What they’re saying

“As jobsites become more complex, we're rapidly innovating to simplify how our customers operate and grow — at any scale.”

— Joe Creed, CEO, Caterpillar Inc. (PRNewswire)

“Caterpillar is focused on the challenges customers are dealing with right now: labor, safety and productivity. From AI and autonomy in action to full-fleet connectivity to services commitments, everything we're showing is built to work where and when customers need it most whether it's on the job, in the shop or at the office.”

— Rod Shurman, President, Caterpillar Construction Industries Group (PRNewswire)

What’s next

Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed and Construction Industries Group President Rod Shurman will participate in a fireside chat with Jefferies at 8 a.m. on Thursday, March 5.

The takeaway

Caterpillar is leveraging advanced technology, connected solutions, and a focus on supporting skilled labor to help construction customers address key industry challenges around productivity, safety, and labor shortages. The company's innovations at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 demonstrate its commitment to transforming the construction worksite and empowering customers to operate more efficiently and effectively.