# Finning delivers Cat 988 wheel loader to Compass Minerals salt mine

Finning UK & Ireland has built and delivered a Cat 988 wheel loader to Compass Minerals' salt mine in Winsford, Cheshire, UK. The machine was assembled underground due to shaft size constraints.

- Type: Contract
- Announced: 2025-09-30
- Where: Winsford, Cheshire, United Kingdom
- Status: completed
- Products: Cat 988 wheel loader
- Sectors: [Mining Equipment](https://endata.com/sectors/mining-equipment.md)

## Companies

- [Compass Minerals](https://endata.com/companies/58023.md) (customer)
- [Finning UK & Ireland](https://endata.com/companies/85250.md) (supplier)

## Sources

- [bdcmagazine.com](https://bdcmagazine.com/2025/09/finning-build-cat-988-150m-below-ground-for-uks-biggest-salt-mine/), 2025-09-30: "The Cat 988 is designed for demanding environments, and is expected to deliver up to 15% fuel savings, as well as achieve multiple lifecycles – essential for Compass Minerals’ 24/7 operation."

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