Caterpillar sees autonomy moving closer on construction sites

Andy Brown Head of Content, Construction and Engagement

10 April 2026

Artificial intelligence, autonomy and electrification will play a central role in the future of construction equipment, according to Jaime Mineart, chief technology officer at Caterpillar.

Speaking to International Construction at ConExpo in Las Vegas, US, Mineart said customer demand for improved productivity and labour efficiency is accelerating the adoption of new technologies.

“In general, everyone’s getting quicker to adopt technology because they have to; they have to stay competitive,” she said. “There’s more demand for…

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