Masafumi Senzaki (先崎正文), chairman of the Japan Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association and president of Hitachi Construction Machinery, discussed the need to develop the environment needed to promote the widespread adoption of electric construction equipment and the importance of collaboration with steelmakers.
The chairman of the Japan Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association said that initiatives to create an environment conducive to the widespread adoption of electric construction equipment, including regulatory measures, infrastructure development and standardization of parts, are essential. For wider deployment at worksites, practical requirements such as installing charging equipment and reducing operating costs were identified as challenges.
He also pointed out that collaboration with steelmakers is essential for the widespread adoption of electric construction equipment. He said that strengthening cooperation across the industry, including materials procurement and supply systems for vehicle bodies and parts, will play an important role in advancing electrification.