Caterpillar News

• 'Temporary layoffs' to affect East Peoria Caterpillar employees

  PEORIA, Ill. -- Some Caterpillar employees will soon be facing what the company calls a "temporary layoff".

• IDOT announces IL 116 closure

  PEORIA, Ill -- The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announces that IL 116 between County Road 3200E and County Highway 20 east of Minonk in Woodford County will be closed Wednesday, August 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m..

• Caterpillar, Union reach tentative agreement

  JOLIET, Ill -- Caterpillar Inc. announced in a statement on Wednesday that a tentative agreement has been reached with the leaders of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM).

• Caterpillar receiving grant to develop lightweight, high strength alloys

  WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced Monday a new investment in Illinois to develop of stronger and lighter materials of American-made cars and trucks.

• Caterpillar announces deal with Platinum Equity has been completed

  PEORIA, Ill -- Caterpillar Inc. and Platinum Equity announced Wednesday that Platinum Equity's acquisition of a majority interest in Caterpillar Logistics Services has been completed. Caterpillar will retain a 35 percent equity stake in the business. The overall transaction is valued at approximately $750 million.

• Cat Visitor's Center and Riverfront Museum expected to boost tourism

  PEORIA, Ill -- The grand opening of the Riverfront Museum and the Caterpillar Visitor's Center is less than 3 months away. Wednesday the Illinois office of tourism visited the construction site saying these two additions will really put Peoria on the map as a tourist destination.

• Caterpillar given Freedom award for supporting Guard and Reservist employees

  PEORIA, Ill -- Caterpillar has been awarded the Freedom award. It is highest recognition from the Department of Defense to employers who show exceptional support to guard and reserve employees.

• Caterpillar announces investment in Hiring Our Heroes program

  PEORIA, Ill -- Caterpillar announced Thursday it is joining forces with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to create job opportunities for veterans.

• Caterpillar selects external firms for headquarters study

  PEORIA, Ill -- Caterpillar announced Monday that they have contacted four companies to help the company study possibilities for an updated corporate headquarters in downtown Peoria.

• Caterpillar listed as no. 5 most respected company

  PEORIA, Ill. -- Caterpillar is gaining the respect of not only customers but the corporate world as well.

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