Thieneman has 24 years of experience in the construction equipment sector, most recently serving as president of
Of his LiuGong Machinery appointment, Thieneman said: "I am very pleased to join one of the world's leading manufacturers of wheeled loaders and a company committed to the success of its customers and employees. LiuGong is a recent entrant into the North American market and I look forward to working with the local and global LiuGong teams to build a dealer network capable of supporting our customers. LiuGong's solutions, including wheeled loaders, hydraulic excavators and track-type tractors, offer customers the right tool for the job at a significantly lower acquisition cost. As the only construction equipment manufacturer with a nationally accredited R&D facility in China, the company is committed to remaining an industry leader."
On the appointment, LiuGong chairman Zeng Guang’an said: “We are excited that Kevin has decided to join our organisation. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to LiuGong both in North America and in the global market place. As we are committed to continuing to grow our global presence and support our customers, he will be an invaluable asset to this endeavour.”