We've served hundreds of thousands of customers from all over the world since 1958. Read some of their stories below – or email stories@rbauction.com and tell us why you choose to do business with Ritchie Bros.
"Auction fills your entire body with adrenaline"
Mario Humberto Patiño Manrique, COMAQSA (Tijuana, México)
When Mario Humberto Patiño Manrique attended his first Ritchie Bros. auction in Phoenix, Arizona in 1999, he didn’t know what to expect. He found not only the equipment he was looking for but a very special friendship as well.
"I had a lot of confidence in the process and the marketing of Ritchies, and it all turned out better than expected."
Brad Skelton, Skelton Sherborne (Brisbane, Australia)
In 2008, Ritchie Bros. sold 150 late model cranes, trucks & trailers for Brad Skelton at an unreserved public auction in Brisbane, Australia.
"The prices were very good. I had a little trouble wiping the grin off my face."
Ken Friesen, KFC Farms Ltd. (Abbotsford, BC)
Ken Friesen ran KFC Farms Ltd., a purebred cattle operation, for more than 20 years before he decided to sell. Ken chose Ritchie Bros. because of its experience and ability to bring strong returns.
"You know when you go to the auction the best man wins on the day, and the best man will win and he takes home the iron."
Norm Bolitho, Australian Pacific Machinery (QLD Australia)
Norm Bolitho has been buying equipment at Ritchie Bros. auctions around the world since 1996 -- both in person and online. The main reason he keeps coming back: every auction is unreserved.
"Ritchie Bros.’ on-site and online auctions make it easier for people all around the world to bid, resulting in a fair price for the seller."
Steve Stodghill, Sims Crane & Equipment Co. (Tampa, Florida)
Sims Crane & Equipment Co. has been providing crane and lifting rental service to the state of Florida for more than 50 years. President Steve Stodghill has used Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers to manage his company’s fleet for 20+ years. He keeps coming back to Ritchie Bros. because its auctions are full-service, globally respected and attract the greatest market exposure.
"Ritchie Bros. doesn't play games."
Mahmoud Khalil, Dynamic Diesel Import & Export (Lebanon)
Ritchie Bros. auctions around the world helped Mahmoud Khalil build three international equipment dealerships in Lebanon. Mahmoud feels confident buying from Ritchie Bros. for two reasons: unreserved auctions—and equipment you can see for yourself.
"I kept coming back to Ritchie Bros. because they had the best selection of equipment--they still do."
Forrest Abramson, KGM Contractors, Inc.
Minnesota's Forrest Abramson signed his first construction contract in 1962; his company now has 150 employees and a large fleet of equipment. Forrest has found two key things at Ritchie Bros. auctions over the past 30 years: equipment and a feeling of confidence.
"I did notice there were a lot of internet bidders and a lot of equipment being sent overseas, and I believe that they did help increase the final sale price of the equipment."
Greg Fowler, J.F. Electric (St. Louis, MO)
Greg Fowler is the fourth generation president of J.F. Electric (est. 1925), an electrical contractor serving the St. Louis, Missouri region. When Ritchie Bros. moved in nearby, Greg became a first-time seller at the St. Louis Grand Opening auction.
"Trust is a huge factor when you're making a decision of that magnitude."
Leon Brunt and Jack Ash, Brash Contracting (Darwin, Australia)
Leon Brunt and Jack Ash rely on Ritchie Bros. auctions to buy and sell equipment for their Darwin, Australia-based contracting company. In 2010, Leon and Jack turned to Ritchie Bros. once again - in Japan.
"That’s a big reason why we decided to sell with Ritchie Bros.—we knew our property would sell on auction day."
Barrie Clarke (Kamloops, BC)
When Barrie and Liz Clarke retired, they put their BC golf course and RV park on the market. The Clarkes waited for a buyer for two years, then turned to Ritchie Bros.—for certainty.
"Ritchie Bros. is very understanding. They aren't just trying to take advantage of the situation."
Janis Basran (daughter of Karma Basran) – Karma Basran Trucking Ltd. (Kelowna, BC)
Karma Basran ran a successful BC trucking company for 35 years until he passed away in 2009. Karma's wife Pearl and her daughters—Janis and Tammy—knew he trusted Ritchie Bros., so they could too.
"I can search for equipment, compare items, zoom-in on photos, check auction results, bid, buy and even arrange for shipping all without leaving my office."
Bill Coates - Roc-Star Enterprises Ltd. & Star Contracting Ltd. (Port Alberni, BC)
Since Bill Coates bought Star Contracting Ltd.—the BC-based road contracting business where he worked for more than 30 years—his life has been getting busier. Bill now relies on the Ritchie Bros. web site more than ever, for equipment and information.
"Ritchie Bros.' inspection policy is a great feature for first-time buyers because it eliminates the unknown."
Ken Frew - Mail-o-Matic (Burnaby, BC)
Ken Frew's BC-based mailing company distributes millions of Ritchie Bros. auction brochures every year. But he has little experience with heavy equipment. After decades as a Ritchie Bros. supplier, Ken became a partner in a mining operation—and he turned to Ritchie Bros. for his equipment needs.
"By selling with Ritchie Bros. we didn't have to go hunting for buyers because their auctions always attract large numbers of bidders."
Yang Xiangyang - CCCC Xi'an Road Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (China)
50-year old road machinery manufacturer sees the benefits of selling by auction. Ritchie Bros. was able to sell new machines that had remained unsold for years.
“Ritchie Bros. put those rules in place years ago and they stick by them.”
John Friedges (Lakeville, MN)
John Friedges of Lakeville, Minnesota has been in business – and building a fleet of equipment – for more than 40 years. He's only in his early 50s. Whether he's buying or selling equipment, John says he values one thing above all: fairness.
“Paint is worth a thousand dollars a gallon at an auction.”
Peter G. "Chipper" Johnson - Hoover Construction (Virginia, MN)
Peter G. "Chipper" Johnson started in the construction industry as a teenager and grew up to become the third-generation owner of Minnesota-based Hoover Construction. When it comes to selling used equipment, Chipper knows that appearances matter.
“The reps that I have worked with have become part of my family.”
Cindy Taylor - Cindy Taylor Trucking and Construction (St. George, Utah)
Cindy Taylor and her husband Kyle Stewart started out with one truck; they now run a growing 85-person construction company in Utah. When it comes to making business decisions, Cindy and Kyle always keep two things in mind: family and ethics. That’s why they choose Ritchie Bros.
"Ritchie Bros. sets the standard."
Ramón Marsal Minguella - GAM Vilatel (Spain)
Ramon Marsal Minguella – a Director of Spain’s largest equipment rental company – has been a loyal Ritchie Bros. customer since 2000, when Ritchie Bros. first started conducting auctions in Spain. When it comes to auctions, Ramon values selection and fairness – but he values relationships even more.
"There is less risk involved and immediate return."
Richard Nyholt - Nyholt Constructions (Yatala, QLD Australia)
Nyholt Constructions of Yatala, Queensland has a unique connection to Ritchie Bros.: the family-owned construction company helped build the Ritchie Bros. auction site in Brisbane, Australia. But Managing Director Richard Nyholt also has a story that is familiar to many: managing a business during a downturn.
"The thing that impresses me the most about Ritchie Bros. is how fast they move their auctions along."
Richard Hammond - R.A. Hammond Construction (North Oxford, MA)
As the owner of R.A. Hammond Construction, Richard Hammond oversees multiple jobs taking place at the same time all over Massachusetts. Richard is a busy man, and he believes in spending his time and money wisely - which is why he buys through Ritchie Bros...
"We saved about US$8,000 in taxes on our first like-kind exchange – and when you’re in business, every dime counts. I’d recommend Accruit to anyone."
Ken Tritz - Specialized Environmental Technologies (Bloomington, MN)
When Specialized Environmental Technologies decided to upgrade its aging equipment fleet, company manager Ken Tritz turned to his local Ritchie Bros. site in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Ken relied on the advice of his sales rep and took advantage of the extra services offered through Ritchie Bros. – a decision that left him with more time and more money..
"[Ritchie Bros.’] auction brochures are sent to buyers around the world to ensure the success of the sale is not completely reliant upon local bidders."
Neil Buelow - PCI Roads, LLC (St. Michael, MN)
Neil Buelow, equipment manager for Minnesota-based PCI Roads, LLC has always appreciated the personal service and broad market reach of Ritchie Bros. With the local economy under strain, Neil values Ritchie Bros.’ global marketing efforts even more.
“The Ritchie Bros. unreserved policy provides integrity to the auction process by keeping a level playing field... Also, it's important for me to know that the equipment will sell on auction day.”
Mark Ryan - Carl Bolander & Sons Co. (St. Paul, MN)
Mark Ryan worked his way up the ranks of the construction industry to become president of his own Minnesota-based company: Carl Bolander & Sons Co. All along the way Mark has kept a lasting relationship with Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers.
"We ended up getting 20 percent more for our fleet with Ritchie Bros."
Jerry Redman - Owatonna Construction Co. Inc. (Owatonna, MN)
When the Redmans decided to close the doors to Owatonna Construction in 2006---that decision left them with 200 pieces of equipment to sell. They got an offer for certain assets and equipment, but they thought they could do better with Ritchie Bros.
"Everyone at the auction site remembers my name."
Willy Holm Jr. - Holm Bros. Construction (Goodhue, MN)
Holm Bros. Construction started out like Ritchie Bros. - a small business run by brothers. Both companies have grown and changed hands. Willy Holm Jr. now looks after the family business - and he counts himself as a loyal Ritchie Bros. customer thanks to the down-home relationship he's built with the company over the years.
"Ritchie Bros. has gone far and above as far as customer service. That's something that I will always remember and something I always think about when I go to a sale."
Steve DeBaun - Track II Corporation (Lakeville, MN)
Steve DeBaun went from auction rookie to professional by attending auctions with his father-in-law. In the process he has built a lasting relationship with Ritchie Bros. because of its dedication to quality customer service.
"It doesn’t matter what the condition of your machine is or how good it looks if there’s no one there to bid on it."
Glen Staheli - Staheli Construction (Edmonton, AB)
Glen Staheli grew up with – and then helped further grow – the construction company established by his father in Edmonton, Alberta. In 2008 he decided to sell. Glen was ready to slow down – and he didn’t want to wait for his multi-million dollar fleet of equipment to sell piecemeal.
"I could work anywhere and I could do anything, but I really like what we do here – and the way we do it."
Stephen O'Duggan - Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (Cohasset, MA)
Stephen O’Duggan brought his family’s Boston, Massachusetts-based crane and heavy haulage company to Ritchie Bros. for dispersal; the equipment sold and Stephen stayed. Stephen has been on both sides of the contract and now enjoys helping others in the same situation.
"I’m really an auction junkie at heart."
Bob Anderson - Desert Pipeline (Thermal, CA)
Bob Anderson and Phil Johnson started an underground services company in the late 60s and spent the next four decades laying pipeline across California. When Bob and Phil retired in 2008, they sold everything – but that won’t keep Bob away from auctions.
"With Ritchie Bros. you know you’re always getting the fair price, on both the buying and the selling side."
Frank Rizzardo - Emcon Services (Merritt, BC)
Frank Rizzardo built his B.C.-based highway maintenance business from one contract to six. The equipment fleet of Emcon Services grew at the same pace. When Emcon’s business dropped by almost half, Frank needed to sell millions of dollars of equipment – at a fair price.
"We don’t do anything by halves; when we do something we do it well, and I know that’s the Ritchie Bros. attitude as well."
Brad Skelton - Skelton Tomkinson (Brisbane, Australia)
Brad Skelton got his international freight forwarding business off the ground in Australia with a little help from a Ritchie Bros. auction in Hong Kong. During a major business realignment, Brad put his trust in the same company that had put its trust in him.
"Selling through Ritchie Bros. is the best way to mitigate risk in a soft market."
Hugh Edeleanu - H.E. SERVICES (Kent, U.K.)
Hugh Edeleanu grew H.E. SERVICES from just one used loader backhoe into the largest specialist excavator hire company in the U.K., with a fleet of 2,500 machines. When the market turned, Hugh knew his best option was to sell hundreds of surplus items – and to reach outside the U.K. for buyers.
"Ritchie Bros. is so organized. Once I told them what we wanted, they took care of everything."
Rick Podolinsky - Podolinsky Equipment (Petrolia, ON)
In 1964, the Podolinsky family opened a John Deere dealership in Petrolia, Ontario to sell and service equipment for their neighboring farmers. In 1985, they started hosting a mini-trade fair at their dealership. Now in its 23rd year, Farmer Information Days features exhibits, seminars – and an unreserved Ritchie Bros. auction.
"The difference between Ritchie Bros. and other auction companies was just night and day."
Ted Carlson - Mainland Sand and Gravel (Surrey, BC)
Ted Carlson, the president of Mainland Sand and Gravel in Surrey, B.C., has been buying and selling equipment at Ritchie Bros. auctions since the 1980s. Ted puts his loyalty down to two factors: fair auction practices and a sense of homegrown pride.
"Ritchie Bros. attracts the end users, and the more end users you get, the better the prices will be."
Sudiarso Prasetio - PT Pamapersada Nusantara (Indonesia)
PT Pamapersada Nusantara (PAMA) is Indonesia’s largest mining contractor, actively managing numerous coalmines throughout the archipelago since 1993. PAMA purchases a large number of machines each year for their business - but they needed a solution when it came time to sell their equipment. Enter Ritchie Bros.
"I’ve bought lots of equipment, I’ve sold lots of equipment, and Ritchie Bros. is the best in the world."
Camille Dionne - Transport Camille Dionne (Montreal, QC)
Camille Dionne started his rental equipment business in Quebec 46 years ago with one machine. Years later, he is still renting equipment – and he’s added contracting and transportation services to the mix. And for almost four decades, Camille has been buying and selling equipment at unreserved Ritchie Bros. auctions.
“The buyers are there and that’s what gets you the very best money for your equipment.”
Dave MacDonald - King Kubota (North Vancouver, BC)
Dave MacDonald was born to run equipment. He was operating dozers as a teenager and operating his own British Columbia-based construction company by his twenties. Deciding to sell was hard for Dave – but it was easy to decide on the right dispersal method.
“There are a lot of unknowns in the world; working with Ritchie Bros. is not one of them.”
Frank Montgomery - Saiia Construction (Birmingham, AL)
Rapid growth over the past decade caused Birmingham, Alabama-based Saiia Construction to re-evaluate its equipment disposal methods. When looking for a company to manage the sale of its equipment, Saiia used two criteria: resources – and values.
"Ritchie Bros. auctions provide a global marketplace, fair market value and the transparency of unreserved auctions."
Wang Yao Hui - Day Chi International Co. Ltd. (Taiwan)
Wang Yao Hui started with an equipment repair business in Taiwan - and ended up running an international equipment brokerage. Since discovering Ritchie Bros., Mr. Wang has had full access to the global equipment marketplace.
"Ritchie Bros. meant a lot to him; it's part of our history."
Bryan Gour - Langley Excavator Parts Exchange (Langley, BC)
Bryan Gour runs an excavator rental and parts business in Greater Vancouver, B.C. that was established by his late father-in-law Jim Blanche. When Ritchie Bros. celebrated its 50th anniversary, Bryan made sure he was there - not just for himself, but for Jim too.
"It doesn't matter if you're selling a million dollars of equipment or you run a single bulldozer, you're treated just the same."
Jim Allard - Allard Contractors Ltd. (Coquitlam, BC)
Jim Allard does business with dozens of companies as vice president of Allard Contractors, an aggregate company in Coquitlam, B.C. What sets Ritchie Bros. apart? People, says Jim - and a slice of pie.
"Trust and character go a long way. We feel like we're in good hands with Ritchie Bros"
Robert Wright - Wright Brothers Construction (Charleston, TN)
Robert and James Wright started out with one bulldozer; their Tennessee construction company now has about 300 pieces of equipment in its fleet. Whether they're buying one dozer or selling hundreds of machines, Robert and James turn to the people they trust.
"Ritchie Bros.' service and transparency in their business dealings is what make them have one of the most loyal customer bases of any industry."
David Weiss - Sierra Equipment Company (San Francisco, CA)
David Weiss of Sierra Equipment Company Inc. in San Francisco, California has been a Ritchie Bros. customer for more than 30 years. In 2008, David sent the story of his long relationship with Ritchie Bros. to stories@rbauction.com.
"I fully enjoy the sales. I always have, my father always did, and a couple of my boys go to the sales and they love it too."
Roy Isley - D & J Isley and Sons (Grande Prairie, Alberta)
D & J Isley and Sons is a family-run business in Grande Prairie, Alberta with longstanding ties to Ritchie Bros. Roy and Morgan Isley are carrying on the family tradition of buying and selling at Ritchie Bros. auctions - and passing it on to the next generation.
"The company has stayed friendly and personal - and we still get the same service we did 20 years ago."
Duane Semon - Rainbow Rentals (Phoenix, Arizona)
Like his father Vernon before him, Duane Semon runs a family owned and operated equipment rental company in Phoenix, Arizona. Duane is also a loyal Ritchie Bros. customer - just like his dad.
"I don't think we have been treated any less than platinum by Ritchie Bros. so far!"
Navneet Mathur - Worldwide Machinery Solutions (Ajmer, India)
Navneet Mathur sells more than US$20 million of new and used equipment every year through his Vermeer dealership in India. When he's looking for used equipment, Navneet trusts one source above all: a Ritchie Bros. auction.
"It was clear that Ritchie Bros. was the only auction company that could manage the sale."
Bob Cooke - Jemstar Farms (Walkerton, ON)
Over the past 45 years, Robert, David and James Cooke have built Jemstar Farms into one of the premier cattle farming operations in Ontario, Canada. Now looking to retire, the Cooke brothers have chosen Ritchie Bros. to help them make this transition - with an unreserved auction in March 2009.
"Nobody combines the internet with the proven on-site auction method as well as Ritchie Bros."
Tom Stevenson - Hub Equipment (Toronto, ON)
A love of equipment lured Tom Stevenson away from a career on Bay Street and back to his father's well-known equipment rental company in Ontario, Canada. Like his father before him, Tom relies on Ritchie Bros. to give him better access to the global marketplace.
"Having no reserves is the most important thing at an auction, whether you're buying or selling."
Peter Delaney - F.A. Delaney Quarries (NSW, Australia)
Peter Delaney operates a small mobile crushing company in rural New South Wales, Australia. Whether he's buying or selling equipment, Peter will go the extra mile to attend an unreserved Ritchie Bros. auction.
"If I had to sell all this myself, it would take me five years!"
Donald Collins - Collins Pipeline Construction (Bald Knob, AR)
Donald Collins first started buying equipment at Ritchie Bros. auctions when he established his own pipeline construction company in Arkansas. When he retired, Donald chose Ritchie Bros. to take care of his equipment - and sell everything in one day.
"With Ritchie Bros., I know that I am more than a number, more than a means to an end."
Keith Brubacher - Brubacher Excavating Inc. (Bowmansville, PA)
Keith Brubacher's father Ben founded Brubacher Excavating - the largest excavation contractor in central Pennsylvania - with one backhoe and a commitment to fairness, honesty and integrity. When looking for business partners, the Brubachers choose companies that share their values.
"When you've got that kind of relationship, why would you deal with another auction company?"
John Spadaro - MBS Express (Melbourne, Australia)
When the state economy took a downturn in the early 2000s, John Spadaro needed to sell millions of dollars of equipment belonging to his trucking company in Melbourne, Australia. John decided to check out a new auction company in town: Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers. And he's never looked back.
"Ritchie Bros. always did the right thing: they stood up to their word."
Billy Jackson - W F Jackson Construction Co. (Sandersville, GA)
In 1958 - the year that Ritchie Bros. was founded - Billy Jackson started W F Jackson Construction Co. in Sandersville, Georgia with little more than determination and a single dozer. Billy credits good people for his company's success - and his long relationship with Ritchie Bros.
"Relationships are a huge part of it."
Dante Ghilotti - Ghilotti Bros. Inc. (San Rafael, CA)
Like their uncles and father before them, the younger Ghilotti brothers pride themselves on maintaining a first-class fleet of yellow iron for their San Francisco Bay area construction company. When they need to update their fleet, Dante and Mike Ghilotti turn to another family business: Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers.
"We were working 23 scrapers and moving three million meters of dirt a year."
Bob Davis - H. Davis Construction (Caledon, ON)
H. Davis Construction started with one bulldozer. Almost 60 years later, when Bob and Doug Davis decided to retire, their Toronto-based earthmoving company was running a multi-million dollar fleet. The brothers started selling their equipment one piece at a time – until someone suggested an easier solution: a Ritchie Bros. auction.
"We chose Ritchie Bros. because Dad’s relationship with them went way back."
Daryl Williamson, son of Harry Williamson (1939 - 2001)
Harry Williamson took a dump truck and roller and turned them into one of British Columbia’s most successful paving companies, H. Williamson Blacktop & Landscaping. When Harry passed away, he left his family with fond memories, a large equipment fleet – and some hard decisions to make.
“Internet bidding is a great tool, but the auctions will always be the main event.”
Steve Pokrajac - Pokrajac Corporation (San Jacinta, CA)
As president of a general engineering contractor, Steve Pokrajac has bought and sold millions of dollars of equipment at Ritchie Bros. auctions across the U.S. Although the internet has opened up the world for Steve, he’ll never lose his love of attending auctions in person.
“Go to Ritchie Bros.: that’s my advice to anyone wanting to sell trucks and trailers.”
Louis & Denis Larabie - Larabie Trucking (Kapuskasing, ON)
For Denis and Louis Larabie of Kapuskasing, Ontario, a fortuitous wrong turn led to a major trucking contract with the De Beers diamond company. At the end of the contract, the Larabie brothers had almost 150 trucks and trailers to sell – and a new appreciation for unreserved auctions.
“It's clean and tidy for the buyers, and it's a done deal for the sellers. It's a true blue auction.”
Doug Heritage - Miller Farm Equipment (Moosomin, SK)
Miller Farm Equipment has been selling new and used farm equipment to Canadian farmers since 1924. Doug Heritage and Kevin Miller now operate one of the largest Case IH dealers in North America. When the local market can’t absorb Miller Farm’s used equipment inventory, Doug and Kevin turn to Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers.
“I couldn’t afford to update my equipment and be in compliance. I just couldn’t do it.”
Dean Stines - D & L Stines Construction (Santa Paula, California)
When Dean Stines started an excavation company in California, he turned to Ritchie Bros. for his equipment needs. When new environmental regulations accelerated Dean’s retirement plans, he returned to the place his business began: a Ritchie Bros. auction.
“I get excellent service and value, as well as access to new customers that I don’t think I can get anywhere else.”
Steve Ledwell - Ledwell & Son Enterprises (Texarkana, Texas)
Steve Ledwell of Texas-based Ledwell & Son Enterprises had always considered selling by auction an unnecessary risk. A chance encounter with Ritchie Bros. at a trade show changed his mind. Steve now uses Ritchie Bros. auctions to sell trucks and trailers - and to reach a global audience of potential new Ledwell customers.
"Ritchie Bros. has been very important to me and my family… Ritchie Bros. has changed our lives."
Ruben Encinas (Mexico)
Almost 20 years ago, Ruben Encinas traveled from Mexico to buy a crane at an unreserved Ritchie Bros. auction in Arizona. That first Ritchie Bros. auction purchase gave Ruben the idea for a new business venture – and gave his family a chance for a new life.
"Now you can sell just one or two pieces of equipment at the auction site and reach buyers from all over the world."
Dean Stockman - Stockman Farms (Beechy, Saskatchewan)
Dean Stockman grew up on a farm in Saskatchewan, but it wasn’t until he took over the farm from his father that he started buying equipment from agricultural auctions. When Dean wanted to sell a single sprayer, he chose the local service and global reach of a Ritchie Bros. auction.
"The advertising that Ritchie Bros. provides cannot be bought."
Karl Kocon - K & R Truck & Equipment (AB, Canada)
Almost 30 years ago, Karl Kocon bought a used truck, painted and repaired it, then sold it at a Ritchie Bros. auction – kick-starting his successful Edmonton, Alberta-based refurbishing and custom-built truck business: K & R Truck & Equipment. Today Karl finds that one of the best advertising channels for his customized trucks is the same place his business got its start – a Ritchie Bros. auction.
"Ritchie Bros.’ February Orlando auction is the premier auction of the year; it sets the stage for what’s to come."
Frank Fowler - Ring Power Corporation (FL, United States)
Ring Power Corporation is one of the largest Cat dealers in the Southeastern U.S., with a 5,000-piece rental fleet. Looking to sell its surplus used equipment, Ring Power asked Ritchie Bros. to conduct an unreserved auction in Orlando in 1984. The Ring Power auction became an annual event in Orlando – and evolved into the world’s largest industrial auction.
"An unreserved auction is the best way to dispose of a large fleet of equipment."
Ray Scott - Scott Group of Companies (Adelaide, Australia)
At the end of a major project, the Scott Group – one of Australia’s largest transportation companies – had 130 surplus transportation items and two options: Send the trucks out of state to be sold piecemeal – or have Ritchie Bros. bring the auction to the Scott Group’s site and sell everything in one day.
"Ritchie Bros. hasn’t lost that side of their culture – the ability to connect with customers on a personal level."
Bob McIntosh - Leavitt Machinery (BC, Canada)
Vancouver-based Leavitt Machinery offers sales, rental and service of an ever-increasing range of materials handling, construction and aerial equipment. Looking to showcase the diversity of their product lineup, Leavitt chose a unique solution: a Ritchie Bros. auction.
"When you have thousands of people at the auction, from all over the world, you know that the price you get is the best price in the market."
Jess Alcala - Hydro Québec (QC, Canada)
For years, Hydro Quebec sold all of its heavy equipment directly to buyers in the local market. Looking to reduce costs, the corporation discovered it could also increase returns – by reaching the global market through Ritchie Bros.
"[At Ritchie Bros.] everyone is treated with equal respect, regardless of the size of their company."
Doug Gordon - Doug Gordon Contracting (BC, Canada)
Doug Gordon had purchased millions of dollars of equipment at Ritchie Bros. auctions over decades in the construction business in Western Canada. When he decided to sell his entire equipment inventory, he turned to the company he'd come to know and trust as a buyer.
"Ritchie Bros. did an excellent job preparing, marketing and selling our pipeline equipment."
Christopher Leines - Minnesota Limited (MN, United States)
Minnesota Limited, a major pipeline contractor in the U.S. Midwest, had accumulated a large – but aging – fleet of equipment over four decades in business. Looking to upgrade the company's fleet, president & CEO Chris Leines turned to Ritchie Bros. – and discovered the benefits of completing a Like-Kind Exchange.
"The selection of equipment is incredible, the pace of the auction is fast, and the whole process is very fair and efficient."
Sandeep Garg - Punj Lloyd Limited (New Delhi, India)
Punj Lloyd Limited, India's second-largest engineering construction firm, buys millions of dollars of equipment every year. Faced with a shortage in the local market, Punj Lloyd's President of Plant and Equipment, Sandeep Garg, turned to Ritchie Bros.' worldwide auctions.
"Selling through Ritchie Bros. is the easiest, simplest way of extracting maximum value from your assets."
Tom Kramer - NPL Construction Co. (AZ, United States)
NPL Construction Co. had locations across the U.S., each with its own approach to equipment turnover. Find out how Ritchie Bros. helped NPL increase efficiency and reduce costs.