Hyundai Material handling WINS PRODUCT OF THE YEAR

Tessenderlo-Ham (Belgium), December 2025 — Hyundai Material Handling is proud to announce that its B‑X Series high‑voltage electric forklifts have been awarded the Readers’ Choice Product of the Year 2025 in the category Lift Trucks & Accessories, presented by Material Handling Product News and Material Handling 24/7.

 

The annual award celebrates the most innovative solutions in materials handling, as voted by industry professionals. This recognition underscores Hyundai’s commitment to delivering advanced, sustainable technology for heavy‑duty operations in manufacturing, distribution, and logistics.

 

About the B‑X Series

Unveiled in September 2025, the Hyundai B‑X Series sets a new benchmark for electric forklift performance:

  • High‑Voltage Power: Operating at 309-348V, the B‑X Series delivers diesel‑like performance with zero emissions.
  • Heavy‑Duty Capability: Designed for 4-9 tonne loads, with future models up to 18 tonnes planned for 2026.
  • Rapid Charging & Long Runtime: LFP battery technology enables full recharge in ~1 hour and up to 11 hours of continuous operation.
  • All‑Weather Reliability: IP67/IP69‑rated components and integrated battery heating/cooling ensure performance in extreme conditions.
  • Operator Comfort & Safety: Features include low cabin noise, low vibration, a wide view design, short turning radius, operation and fleet management with Hi Mate, pedestrian detection, 360°camera and Blue Spot/Red Zone lighting.
  • Cost Efficiency: Up to 70% annual savings on fuel and maintenance compared to diesel, with estimated lifetime savings of €73,000 over 10 years.

 

The B-X range is engineered to deliver diesel-like high performance with electric efficiency in all weather conditions, reducing environmental impact while lowering total cost of ownership.

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Hyundai Material Handling Europe manufactures and supplies electric, diesel, and LPG-powered forklift trucks ranging from 1.5 to 30 tonnes, alongside a comprehensive selection of specialist warehouse equipment. The company supports a wide array of industry sectors, including logistics, distribution, shipbuilding, steel production, automotive, and chemicals.

Hyundai Material Handling is committed to delivering premium quality through ongoing research and development, innovative engineering, and state-of-the-art factory automation—combined with competitive pricing and in-house manufacturing. With two production facilities in Korea (Gunsan and Ulsan), the company has a combined manufacturing capacity of 24,000 units.

Looking ahead, Hyundai Material Handling will introduce a series of new products in 2025, 2026, and 2027, further expanding its portfolio to meet the changing demands of customers, with a strong focus on efficiency and sustainability.

In Europe, Hyundai’s products are distributed through a qualified network of over 60 dealers across 22 countries. Globally, Hyundai Material Handling maintains offices in the USA, Europe, Korea, India, and Brazil, supported by a network of more than 230 dealers in 108 countries.

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