The Off-Highway Podcast

In this episode, Alastair talks with Jiri Karmazin (also known as the "Loader Guy") who is a consultant with his own business, Karma4U, for manufacturers and companies working in the construction machinery space. He discusses with us the changes he has observed in the industry by example of loaders evolving from their basic use, to now being multi-use tool carriers, a trend seen with many products...

On today's episode, the topic is all about certification and compliance, as Tom Chaldecott (Senior Machinery Safety Consultant at Knox Thomas) talks with Alastair about CE marking, safety standards and how to navigate certifying your off-highway machinery. Visit Knox Thomas' website for more information: https://knoxthomas.co.uk/ ** Music: Mocha Music, Courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc. Stock Photogra...

In today's episode, Alastair has a chat with Tatiana Minav, Associate Professor at Tampere University. Tatiana specialises in electrification and hydraulics, and we discuss today how Tampere University approaches efficiency vs productivity when it comes to electrification of off-road machinery, and how they work with OEMs to tackle challenges the industry faces. Find out more about the IHA (Innova...

This episode of our Off-Highway podcast took place at Bauma 2025 in Munich, with Akihiko Adachi (President, BU Engine Europe) and Daniel Grant (Manager Marketing Intelligence, BU Engine Europe) of Kubota Holdings Europe B.V. We dive into the world of Kubota Engines, talking about their perspectives on alternative fuels, decarbonization and the evolving demands of the industrial market. We discuss...

In this episode, Alastair talks with Allison Lackenbauer, Product Evaluation Lead at Turntide Technologies. Our discussions today dig into the journey of an OEM through electrification and things to be aware of along the way. Allison notes, it's important to think about what you are trying to achieve, rather than just the specification of the machine. We also talk about how flexibility is needed,...

In this podcast episode, Alastair speaks with Alexandre Meyer, Product and Market Manager at Forsee Power. The episode delves into the topic of batteries, specifically for off-highway applications. Alexandre explains the various battery chemistry types, their strengths and limitations, and which types serve which applications better than others. We also look at the current typical use of battery t...

On today's episode, Alastair talks with Clayton Franklin, Founder and Chief Engineer at EPCA (Electric Power Conversions Australia). Clayton talks about his background in engineering and designing renewable energy system, before starting EPCA and focusing on battery electric mining trucks, and the achievements with these. We discuss the advantages of electric trucks over diesel, particularly in th...

In this episode, Alastair welcomes Paul Muller, Technical Sales Manager at Perkins, into our studio. Perkins' approach to energy transition explores a range of different technologies, such as drop-in fuels, hybridization, alternative fuels and full electrification. We discuss the need for a customer-centric approach and working with OEMs to find the best solution for their specific needs, and unde...

This week, Alastair sits down with Ken Gray, Co-Founder and Chief Performance Officer of Dig Robotics. Ken shares with us his career journey from working at Caterpillar to where he is now at Dig Robotics and talks about his passion for engineering and machine development. Enhancing operator performance is one of the key topics discussed in this episode - with innovations in machinery to provide re...

This week, Alastair is joined by Ville Eskelinen, CEO and Co-Founder of Hevtec. What is the future of electrification in off-highway? We talk about ideas around hybridization and the benefits and challenges of different hybrid systems, as well as the importance of understanding customer needs and providing tailor made solutions for electrification or hybridization. Industry collaboration is also a...

In today's podcast episode, Alastair speaks to André Aasrud from C40 Cities, and Sylvie Binder and Julia Casagrande from the NYC Mayor's Office of Climate and Environmental Justice (MOCEJ). C40 Cities is a global network of mayors in major cities working together to tackle the climate crisis. New York City is a key player. Together, we talk about the challenges and opportunities the collaboration...

Alastair speaks to Tobias Stöcker, Sustainability and Circularity Manager at GMB and Zero Emission Transition Expert at ENI, in this new episode of the Off-Highway Podcast. Tobias shares his fascinating journey from studying business in the Netherlands to becoming a key player in GMB's ambitious goal of achieving 100% circularity by 2030. We discuss GMB's pioneering efforts in zero-emission constr...

Today on our Off-Highway podcast, Alastair has a chat to Holger (HoPi) Pietzsch, Director of Business Development at Moog Construction, about how modular energy systems could help transform the path to electrification and challenges seen in construction sites adapting to zero-emission. HoPi introduces Moog's innovative solutions, including the ZQuip modular energy modules designed to convert diese...

In this episode, Alastair has a chat with Philip Mortensen (Senior Advisor, Agency for Climate) and Espen Hauge (Head of Section for Project Management) of the City of Oslo to talk about how Oslo and Norway have been taking on the journey to zero-emissions. *** Music: Mocha Music, Courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc.

In this episode, Alastair sits down with Oliver Lythgoe, Chief Marketing Officer of the Fetis Group and talks about how he sees OEMS tackling the electrification challenge, an outlook for 2025 and what Fetis Group can offer.   Visit Fetis Group's website: https://fetis.group/en/accueil-english/   Music: Mocha Music, Courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc.

Alastair has a chat with Stefan Schneider, Managing Director of Suncar, discussing how Suncar are addressing challenges faced by OEMs looking to transition to electrification.   Visit Suncar's website: https://www.suncar-ag.com/en/   Music: Mocha Music, Courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc.

Alastair speaks with Phillip Tielmann, Director of Jungheinrich Powertrain Solutions on topics such as industry outlooks, manufacturing sentiment in Germany and Jungheinrich's offerings to the off-highway market.   Visit Jungheinrich Powertrain Solutions' website: https://www.jungheinrich.co.uk/products/batteries-charging-technology/powertrain-solutions   Music: Mocha Music, Courtesy of Shuttersto...