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Oshkosh Corporation CEO on AI-Driven Machinery and Autonomous Vehicles

Bloomberg PodcastsJanuary 8, 20267 min382 views
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Oshkosh Corporation's Commercial Focus

  • 🎯 Oshkosh Corporation primarily serves commercial markets, with approximately 90% of its revenue derived from these sectors.
  • πŸ’‘ The company's critical equipment is essential for the operation of communities where people live and work.

Navigating Geopolitical and Tariff Challenges

  • 🌍 Oshkosh Corporation operates as a global company with complex global supply chains, necessitating agility in response to geopolitical changes and tariff environments.
  • πŸ› οΈ The company has engaged in extensive tariff engineering work, involving significant time from supply chain professionals and engineers to adapt sophisticated components and materials.
  • πŸ“ˆ While progress has been made, ongoing efforts are required to mitigate the effects of tariffs and adapt to the current global economic landscape.

US Postal Service Delivery Vehicle Program

  • πŸš€ The US Postal Service delivery vehicle program is fully operational, with vehicles in production and deployed in almost every state, accumulating millions of miles.
  • βœ… The Postal Service expresses high satisfaction with the vehicle, which is available in both battery-electric and internal combustion propulsion systems.
  • πŸ“Š The current order mix for these vehicles is approximately 70% battery-electric and 30% internal combustion, with Oshkosh meeting or exceeding Postal Service delivery requirements.

Advancements in Autonomous Machinery

  • πŸ€– Oshkosh Corporation is integrating moments of autonomy across various end markets, including construction, airport services, and environmental services (waste and recycling).
  • ✈️ Full autonomy is expected to be commercialized first in airport markets, with applications ranging from autonomous wing-walking to jet-back pushing.
  • πŸ’‘ The company's presence at CES showcases the
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