Bobcat Jobsite Companion Named Technology Finalist for CONEXPO-CON/AGG Next Level Awards

Published on February 9, 2026

Innovative AI-enabled solution earns industry recognition for transforming machine-operator interaction and jobsite performance

WEST FARGO, N.D. (Feb. 9, 2026) – Bobcat Company is once again advancing jobsite innovation: its Jobsite Companion technology has been named a technology category finalist for the 2026 CONEXPOCON/AGG Next Level Awards.

This awards program honors outstanding achievement and breakthroughs in the construction industry, with submissions judged on innovation, application, engineering, scalability and impact. This recognition places Bobcat among the most innovative leaders in the field, underscoring its impact on the industry and dedication to moving it forward. Finalists will compete for the most attendee votes during CONEXPO-CON/AGG, held March 3–7, 2026, in Las Vegas. 

On-Site Voting Details
Attendees can cast their vote for Jobsite Companion by visiting the Bobcat booth (W40745, West Hall) and scanning the onsite QR code. Voting will be open March 3–5, 2026, during regular show hours. Winners will be announced on the Ground Breakers Stage on Friday, March 6, at 10:30 a.m.

“CONEXPO-CON/AGG is committed to celebrating innovation and recognizing those companies that are shaping the future of our industry,” said Dana Wuesthoff, CONEXPO-CON/AGG Show Director. “Being named a finalist for the Next Level Awards is a testament to the hard work, creativity and excellence that organizations like Bobcat bring to our sector. We look forward to showcasing these outstanding achievements at the show.” 

Jobsite Companion
With Jobsite Companion operators keep their hands on the controls by using voice‑activated automation to manage more than 50 machine functions, automatically optimize attachment settings, and answer questions about operation, including fault codes. It also turns machine hours into clear profitability insight by tracking complete machine costs against job estimates in a single dashboard.

Representing the most significant evolution in machine-operator interaction in nearly two decades, Jobsite Companion demonstrates Bobcat’s commitment to transforming the future of compact equipment through practical, intuitive and forward-thinking operator interaction.

 

About Bobcat Company   
Bobcat Company empowers people to accomplish more, a mission it has honored since creating the compact equipment industry in 1958. As a leading global manufacturer, Bobcat has a proud legacy of innovation, delivering smart solutions to customers’ toughest challenges. Backed by the support of a global dealership network, Bobcat offers an extensive line of worksite solutions, including loaders, excavators, tractors, utility vehicles, telehandlers, mowers, turf renovation equipment, light compaction, portable power, industrial air, forklifts, attachments, implements, parts and services.   

With its North American headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Bobcat leads the industry with its innovative offerings designed to transform how the world works, builds cities and supports communities for a more sustainable future. The Bobcat brand is owned by Doosan Bobcat Inc., a company within Doosan Group.

About CONEXPO-CON/AGG 
Held every three years, CONEXPO-CON/AGG is the must-attend event for construction industry professionals. The show features the latest equipment, products, services and technologies for the construction industry, as well as industry-leading education. CONEXPO-CON/AGG is owned in partnership with NRMCA, NSSGA and AEM and managed by AEM. The next CONEXPO-CON/AGG will be held March 3-7, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information on CONEXPO-CON/AGG, visit https://www.conexpoconagg.com.