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Caterpillar Global Mining Pty Ltd :: Mining Equipment and Products :: Construction
Contact Person: Kevin Barrett Ph. (03) 9953 9333 Mob. (03) 9953 9333 Fax. (03) 9335 3366 LOCATION Caterpillar Global Mining Pty Ltd 1 Caterpillar Drive Tullamarine VIC 3043 URL http://australia.cat.com |
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 For 80 years, Caterpillar Inc. has been building the world's infrastructure and, in partnership with its worldwide dealer network, is driving positive and sustainable change on every continent. With 2004 sales and revenues of $30.25 billion, Caterpillar is a technology leader and the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. In 2004, Caterpillar posted sales and revenues of $30.25 billion and a profit of $2.03 billion. Approximately half of all sales were to customers outside of the United States, maintaining Caterpillar's position as a global supplier and leading U.S. exporter. Caterpillar products and components are manufactured in 49 U.S. facilities and in 59 other locations in 22 countries around the globe. Caterpillar invested nearly $928 million in research and technology in 2004. Worldwide, our employees earned more than 3900 patents since 1997. 6 Sigma The long-term payoff of 6 Sigma will be seen as we develop future leaders who are prepared to address the increasingly complex issues that face us as an industry leader. More than 30,000 employees are involved in 6 Sigma and are helping to shape the Caterpillar of tomorrow. Caterpillar Dealer Network Caterpillar's global dealer network provides a key competitive edge - customers deal with people they know and trust. Almost all dealerships are independent and locally owned. Many have relationships with their customers that span at least two generations. Cat dealers serve equipment, service and financing needs for customers in more than 200 countries. Rental services are offered through more than 1,400 outlets worldwide. Corporate Governance Caterpillar's reputation for integrity is a fundamental part of our heritage and one of our most valuable assets. Visit the Corporate Governance section for a reliable source for the corporate governance practices our Board has in place to ensure we are building on Caterpillar's sound reputation. As an industry leader, we recognize our responsibility to help restore confidence in Corporate America, and we consider ourselves a leader for corporate governance practices. Financial Strength Caterpillar is financially strong - able to fund product programs for future customer needs, provide financing for dealers and customers, and reward its shareholders. We continue to generate significant net free cash flow enabling investments in strategic growth opportunities. Social Responsibility Caterpillar's reputation for making a difference in the world is something we are proud of as a company. In response to the Asian Tsunami disaster, Caterpillar and its dealers provided machines, money and resources for relief and recovery efforts. Caterpillar is also proud to be the lead corporate donor in The Nature Conservancy's Great Rivers Partnership project. And Cat has once again been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. Shareholder Value Caterpillar is committed to generating attractive returns for our shareholders. Strategic growth initiatives involving our machine, engine and service businesses are expected to drive attractive stockholder returns for years to come. Caterpillar's quarterly dividend has grown nearly 1000% in the last decade on split-adjusted basis. In addition, we have repurchased approximately 77 million shares since June of 1995. Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific are covered by dealers with over 60 stores and supported by marketing district offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. We maintain engineering, marketing, financial services, and a major parts distribution hub in Melbourne, Australia. Caterpillar also manufactures motor graders, truck bodies and attachments in Melbourne and mining equipment in Burnie, Tasmania. We provide an unmatched level of support to our customers with our Melbourne Distribution Center which: stocks 132,000 different parts numbers to support more than 15,000 Caterpillar machines operating in the region, delivers 98% of all Caterpillar parts within 24 hours, and is linked online to 23 other Caterpillar distribution centers around the world. Caterpillar is committed to the continual development of its employees, who service the dealer network, and to the training of dealer staff, who support an ever-widening product and customer base. Recognized as the best in the industry, the Caterpillar Institute located in Perth provides courses that equip dealership personnel with the skills and knowledge to meet the full range of customer needs - from selecting appropriate equipment through on-going product support. Major facilities in Australia: Marketing District Offices Manufacturing Facilities Parts Distribution Centers Caterpillar Logistics Services Caterpillar Financial Services |
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