We always prepare and wait for every New Year with big expectation when the year is starting but current global economic situation and gloomy outlook puts us hardly to be positive for the next year, especially in Europe.

I, nevertheless, propose you to be positive for coming years and developing our future together. In order to grow together and upgrade mutual cooperation with our dealer Hyundai has to make growth engines by ourselves not from somewhere else in this crisis.

To this effect, Hyundai continues to further expand and upgrade our products range, production facilities, in-house built components, customer service, marketing and promotion program.
We will aggressively buckle down the market for Wheel Loaders and Forklift Trucks on top of Excavators in which we are becoming one of the market leaders globally.

Hyundai Europe will strengthen and extend its presence in Europe, developed and most demanding market with better customer service, various marketing programs tailored for customers need and upgrade -9 version of all models. Our desperate and steady works to be one of major players in Europe could be of great service to consolidating its position as a leading manufacturer and a premium brand everywhere.

I’d rather tell that Hyundai is creating a favorable business climate for our dealers and customers than wait for economic recovery. We will leave our ears and eyes open to the market and make our service always available for our customers.

The forthcoming Intermat in April will provide you with chance to confirm our determination and great hope.

Thanks and Best regards,

S. G. Rhee
Managing Director
Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe

Hyundai presents heavy forklift trucks, introducing four new models with load capacities between 11 and 16t: 110D-7E, 130D-7E, 140D-7E and 160D-7E.
Hyundai Heavy Industries Europe (HHI) presents four brand new diesel forklift truck models with load capacities of 11, 13, 14 and 16 tonnes. These additions will now round up the range Hyundai forklift trucks which had a maximum capacity of 8t. The first two new 160D-7 machines have already been sold in respectively Belgium and England.

With this new range of heavy forklift trucks, Hyundai is targeting a new customer base, not only in the steel, natural stone and concrete industries but also in the transport of heavy goods in ports and the railway sector. Their efficiency and power will provide the best conditions for economical work, keeping operational costs remain low, even for the most demanding assignments.

A Cummins diesel engine, the QSB6.7 with 119 kW (162 hp), provides the necessary power on all four models. The six-cylinder engine meets TierIII emission standards and can take the truck up to a speed of 35 km/h. Not only does it allow for good acceleration, it also provides for a high climbing ability on rough terrain and slopes. The driver can use a switch to select one of two driving modes: In the “STP” mode, the trucks save fuel during light work, while in “Power” mode, full power is available for heavy loads or work on difficult terrain. It is also possible, just by pressing a switch, to automatically maintain a selected speed without touching the accelerator pedal, another function to save fuel. The fully automatic transmission gently shifts through the gears and makes the forklift truck particularly manoeuvrable and comfortable to operate.

The spacious and well-ventilated cabin makes for a comfortable working place and combines fatigue-free work with high performance. Combined with a powerful air-conditioning and heating system this ensured by a comfortable driver’s seat and an ergonomic and bird's eye view of all of the controls. And an MP3-CD-player adds the final touch to the pleasant working atmosphere Hyundai machines are known for.

Hyundai applies a “no-nonsense” principle to all of its machines which guides the durability and performance. Unnecessary technical subtleties are left out. On the other hand, anything which increases the machines' safety and efficiency is used. All parts are assembled with Hyundai’s usual robustness and durability, giving the forklift trucks a high availability and a long life. Moreover, standard applied wet disk brakes guarantee safe control of these heavy machines.

Hyundai, however, did apply certain technical features to ensure a high level of safety at work. The OPSS (Operator Presence Sensing System), for instance, guarantees that no mast movements such as rising, lowering or inclining are possible when the driver is not in his/her normal position. As soon as the transmission is in neutral and the driver leaves his/her seat, the 'Auto Parking’ function ensures that the parking brake is on. An optional reversing camera displays what is happening behind the forklift truck on a monitor in the cab so that the driver is oriented at all times, and the risk of an accident is drastically reduced.

Due to the thoroughly thought-out layout of all components the forklifts are particularly service-friendly. The engine is easy to reach through the large bonnet and for an even greater ease of access, at the press of a button, the whole cabin can be automatically tilted at an angle of 65 degrees by means of an hydraulic cylinder. This facilitates the necessary maintenance work on the whole transmission system.

Hyundai introduces Reach Trucks

Material Handling line expanded with five new models Hyundai’s proven family of forklift trucks is welcoming several new members. Five new forklift reach trucks mark the Korean manufacturer’s entry into this market segment. The new Hyundai forklift reach trucks set new standards in ergonomics and efficiency. The load capacities of the HBR14-7, HBR15-7, HBR18-7, HBR20-7 and HBR25-7 models range from 1.35 tonne to 2.5 tonnes. A modern hydraulic system with a high-capacity pump ensures rapid working, while a powerful transport motor provides excellent gradeability. The advanced Electric Power Steering (EPS) system makes life easier for the operator by providing effortless operation and ensuring absolutely smooth, uniform and accurate motion for load handling, transport, and all other manoeuvres.