Newsflash – What’s happening in Forest Engineering

New Tigercat Factory Product Support Appointment for Southern Africa

Tigercat Industries is excited to announce that Craig Thompson will be joining the team as a Tigercat factory product support representative. Currently based in Ugie, Eastern Cape, Craig brings extensive experience in automotive and forestry equipment service, along with specialized knowledge in hybrid and electric vehicle systems, accredited through Mercedes-Benz. Craig’s immediate mandate will involve supporting and developing Tigercat products and assisting with dealer and customer needs in Southern Africa. Source

Ponsse ranked Finland’s second most reputable company

According to the Trust & Reputation 2025 survey conducted by Reputation and Trust Analytics, Ponsse has been ranked the second most reputable company in Finland. Supercell claimed the top spot, while Fazer placed third. The survey was conducted in Finland during May–June 2025 and received responses from 10,899 Finns, who provided a total of 21,554 evaluations of various organisations. Source

Kesla Oyj Appoints Lifting Edge (Pty) Ltd as New Dealer in Southern Africa

Lifting Edge will offer the entire Kesla product portfolio, including timber cranes for truck and stationary applications, tractor and logging equipment. The collaboration is designed to bring Kesla’s renowned engineering and reliability closer to forestry professionals and contractors across Southern Africa. Source