A century of power

2025 marked a milestone for this global machinery icon, as the world came together to celebrate 100 years of Caterpillar® engineering excellence, industry leadership and community impact.

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From its origins in 1925 to its present-day innovations, Caterpillar has helped shape infrastructure, mining, agriculture and energy across continents.

The journey from tracks to triumph began with the merger of the Holt Manufacturing Company and the C.L. Best Tractor Co. in 1925.

Inspired by the movement of its track-type tractors, the name "Caterpillar" was born — symbolising strength, adaptability and progress.

Australasia joins the celebration

Across Australia and New Zealand, Cat® dealers hosted a series of events that honoured the brand's legacy and future.

WesTrac Cat leads the charge in Western Australia, New South Wales and ACT

WesTrac showcased Caterpillar's evolution at major expos like the National Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo in Sydney.

Visitors experienced hands-on demos, interactive family zones and the unveiling of the all-new Cat 285 — the largest Cat Compact Track Loader to date, with a lift height of 3.7 metres and a lift capacity exceeding three tonnes.

WesTrac also celebrated internally and with customers through storytelling campaigns, video retrospectives and historical displays.

CEO Jarvas Croome highlighted dual milestones: 100 years of Caterpillar and 35 years of WesTrac as a Cat dealer in WA, noting over 20,000 machines delivered and 47,000 customers supported.

Hastings Deering celebrates in Queensland

Queensland's Cat dealer Hastings Deering marked the centenary with social media tributes, customer events and community engagement, recognising every machine delivery and service call as part of the 100-year journey.

Cavpower brings history to life in South Australia