Merlo is celebrating a milestone moment - the ground breaking eWorker electric telehandler has officially been awarded the Gold Innovation Award by the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS).
Just three years ago, the eWorker took home the RHASS Silver Innovation Award for its bold design and the promise it held for transforming agricultural handling. RHASS sets the bar high: a Gold Award is reserved only for previous Silver winners that go on to demonstrate extraordinary merit along with clear, measurable impact in the real world.
Fast‑forward to today, and the eWorker has more than delivered.
A Revolution in Handling — Not Just a Reinvention
While many “green” machines attempt to adapt diesel designs, Merlo's eWorker does something far bolder: it redefines what a telehandler can be.
What makes the eWorker a game‑changer?
Zero emissions and ultra-quiet operation — ideal for livestock sheds, greenhouses, and enclosed or sensitive environments
Independent electric motors on each front wheel for pinpoint manoeuvrability
Regenerative braking & intelligent energy management, feeding energy back into the system
Centrally mounted battery for optimal balance, stability, and safer handling
An 8‑hour operating cycle, giving all‑day performance
Compact proportions & high steering angle to navigate the tightest of farmyards
For farmers and growers pushing toward net-zero targets, the eWorker offers a compelling combination: sustainability without compromise.
A Win for Innovation — and for the Future of Farming
“We are incredibly proud to receive the Gold Award from RHASS,” said Shaun Groom, General Manager at Merlo UK. “It reflects the trust our customers have placed in the eWorker and highlights our mission to push the boundaries of what’s possible in material handling while supporting the transition to cleaner, smarter sustainable agricultural practices.”
It’s a sentiment that resonates across the industry. As farms, estates, and agri-businesses adopt smarter and cleaner machinery, the eWorker stands as a symbol of where agricultural handling is heading — powerful, efficient, and environmentally responsible.
Merlo: Innovators by Tradition
The Gold Innovation Award doesn’t just celebrate one machine — it underscores Merlo’s continued commitment to forward-thinking engineering. The eWorker is leading the charge in the shift toward cleaner technology, proving that sustainability and performance can go hand in hand.
And with the industry watching, this electric revolution is only getting started.
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