Doug Feick, GC and SVP of Corporate Development,fulfills a triune role as an administrator, manager and chief legal officer at the international online marketplace... Read more here
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With the Defense Logistics Agency, IronPlanet's GovPlanet generated more than $3.2 million in its first two months of online public auctions helping the government dispose of its used and excess wheeled vehicles. "The CV4-R contract returns about triple the revenue to the government than did the previous contract," said DLA Disposition Services Director Mike Cannon. Read More about it here
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Exclusive Construction Equipment Guide Interview with IronPlanet's Greg Owens
IronPlanet Chairman and CEO, Gregory J. Owens, recently spoke with Construction Equipment Guide following the announcement that IronPlanet and Cat Auction Services signed an agreement to merge. Owens reflects on IronPlanet’s recent growth and the benefits that larger auction marketplaces provide to buyers and sellers. Read it here.
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Used truck auctions allow buyers to purchase a variety of trucks and give sellers a platform to reach buyers around the world. David Kolman of VehicleServicePros.com interviewed Paul Blalock, Vice President of Sales for TruckPlanet, to learn more about the advantages of truck auctions and guidelines for buyers and sellers. Read the article here.
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Across the Border- Overcoming Buyer Fears to Move Equipment
It’s easier than ever to purchase used equipment via the Internet, yet some buyers still have reservations about transporting their purchases from one country to another. In this Supply Post article, Laura Michler, Inside Sales Manager for IronPlanet, takes a look at factors to consider when importing heavy equipment, including border documentation, duties and bonds and titled vehicle limitations, to ensure a smooth buying process. Read more here.
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Inspection Interview with Jeff Jeter, President of the Americas
Our guaranteed inspection reports give buyers confidence to buy online.
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Learn more about our exclusive reports in this interview between Jeff Jeter, IronPlanet’s President of the Americas, and Construction Machinery Middle East. Read more here.
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Properly caring for your equipment can make a world of difference when it’s time to sell. Paul Hendrix, equipment pricing analyst for IronPlanet, highlights five fleet management mistakes every owner should avoid in this Canada’s Equipment Journal article.
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Buyers Must Tread Lightly When Purchasing Equipment
Used heavy equipment is a cost-effective alternative to new equipment. However, buyers should understand how to purchase used equipment smartly. This Journal of Commerce article includes advice from IronPlanet about what to consider when in the market for used equipment.
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Do you know how to best handle used heavy equipment procurement, maintenance and disposal? Paul Hendrix, equipment pricing analyst for IronPlanet, discusses the entire cycle of fleet management in this Construction Business Owner article.
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Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services' field sites have gathered close to 1,000 pieces of used heavy construction equipment valued at more than $55 million. This article highlights the process GovPlanet takes to help sell the rolling stock. The first auction is November 19. Read more here.
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