In this first issue of November, Logging-on brings a new mulcher from Cat. There is a trend towards more manufactureres offering mulching solutions – showing the importance of processing biomass into smaller sizes either for maintaining soil moisture, getting rid of unwanted vegetation or as an alternative to burning biomass. Cummins increases their powertrain technology options with the development of a hybrid hydrogen-electric truck. JCB has updated their Fastrac 4000 series tractor, which provides a higher speed option for longer timber transport distances to depotor rail siding locations under conditions of non-sealed roads. Rayco have a suite of new products up their sleeves. The first two include a new articulated wheeled loader and a stump cutter. Finally, we examine Volvo’s involvement in the silk road project.