This is the first profile of Shandong Lingong Construction Machinery Co. Ltd, or SDLG as a brand defined by Volvo CE, published by Off-Highway Research. Over the years, SDLG has undergone several ownership changes. After 70 per cent of its equity was bought by Volvo Construction Equipment in 2007, SDLG has been making solid progress and has achieved considerable success. In addition to its leading position in the domestic wheeled loader market, it now offers a wide product range that includes excavators, motor graders, compaction equipment and backhoe loaders. SDLG has now become one of the most important and best known domestic manufacturers, and has a growing presence in overseas markets.