Rokbak strengthens articulated hauler footprint in 2025

The Scottish manufacturer Rokbak reports stable demand, dealer expansion, and sustained equipment utilisation across construction, quarrying, and mining markets despite a contracting global articulated hauler sector.  www.rokbak.comA Rokbak RA40 hauling overburden in Alberta, Canada. Rokbak recorded a resilient operating year in 2025, maintaining demand for its articulated dump trucks (ADTs) amid a broader slowdown in the global construction equipment market. While worldwide articulated hauler sales declined year-on-year, the company expanded its dealer network, secured multi-unit orders, and increased fleet activity across Europe, North America, and Africa. Market conditions and demand trends The global articulated hauler market is expected to close 2025 at just over 9,000 units, down from approximately 10,300 units in the previous year. North America, the largest regional market, experienced a contraction, while demand increased in regions including the UK, Italy, and parts of Africa. Against this backdrop, Rokbak reported continued uptake of its RA30 and RA40 models, with demand driven primarily by operational reliability, fuel efficiency, and suitability for high-duty-cycle applications. Notable deliveries included a 25-unit order of RA30 machines for a US infrastructure contractor, reflecting sustained investment in large-scale earthmoving projects. European dealer expansion and regional growth In line with its expansion strategy, Rokbak strengthened its European distribution network in 2025. New partnerships were established with DIR International Trading in Spain and Portugal, and with Idromac in Italy. The Italian articulated dump truck market has grown steadily since 2021, with annual increases of around 10%, and total national sales across all brands expected to exceed 100 units by the end of 2025. Further network development included the expansion of Sleator Plant’s territory in Ireland. The dealer now serves the full Irish market following the opening of a purpose-built €1.2 million facility in north Dublin, designed to improve parts availability, service response times, and customer support coverage. Loughran Rock's Rokbak RA30 articulated dump truck. Manufacturing milestone in Scotland The year also marked 75 years of manufacturing activity at Rokbak’s Motherwell facility in Scotland. Established in 1950, the site has remained central to the company’s production, engineering development, and workforce skills base. In 2025, the facility received the Made in Scotland award for its contribution to manufacturing and was subsequently shortlisted for the Made in Britain awards. Equipment performance in demanding applications Rokbak articulated haulers were deployed across a range of high-load environments during the year. In Canada, RA40 machines were used for continuous movement of overburden, sand, and gravel in quarry operations, operating under variable ground and weather conditions. Similar applications were reported in the United States, where RA30 units supported residential development projects requiring consistent uptime and predictable operating costs. In Northern Ireland, RA30 units were used in quarrying operations, where productivity and maintenance requirements were key performance criteria. Across these deployments, customers highlighted low downtime, stable fuel consumption, and suitability for extended operating cycles. A Rokbak RA30 being loaded on a housing development project in Utah. Platform adaptability and alternative use cases Beyond conventional haulage, Rokbak’s RA30 and RA40 platforms were adapted into high-capacity water trucks through a collaboration involving Hydex and Rokbak dealer Hills Machinery in North America. The modified vehicles are used for dust suppression in quarries, mines, and infrastructure projects, addressing increased regulatory and operational focus on airborne particulate control. The adaptation demonstrates the mechanical and structural flexibility of the articulated hauler platform, enabling additional functions without compromising mobility or durability in off-road conditions. Industry engagement and regional outlook Rokbak maintained direct engagement with customers and dealers through industry exhibitions and regional events during 2025. The RA40 was presented at Nigeria Mining Week with local dealer HMD, following earlier customer meetings at Mining Indaba in Cape Town. In Europe, the company participated in Le Dig Tour in Lyon and the Balmoral Show in Northern Ireland. Looking ahead, Rokbak plans continued dealer collaboration and market assessment at the AED event in the United States in early 2026, focusing on feedback-driven product positioning and network development in North America. Despite a reduced global market volume, Rokbak’s 2025 performance reflects sustained demand for articulated haulers engineered for durability, predictable operating costs, and adaptability across construction, quarrying, and mining app