CASE machines will support woodland management and high-altitude construction projects in the mountains around Bergamo, including the restoration of a refuge at 2,200 metres accessible only on foot or by air.
The manufacturer has signed an official agreement establishing a close partnership with renowned mountaineer Simone Moro for the final months of 2026 and throughout 2027.
Simone Moro is an Italian alpinist who holds multiple world records, most notably achieving the highest number of first winter ascents on 8,000-metre peaks. In recent years, he has established himself as an elite helicopter pilot, specialising in alpine rescue operations across the mountains of Nepal, executing some of the highest-altitude wall rescues ever recorded at approximately 7,000 metres. Simone is also an author, a motivational speaker, and influential public figure.
As part of the collaboration, Moro has purchased a CASE 21F compact wheel loader and CX19D mini-excavator for forestry, agricultural and land-management activities across the mountainous terrain surrounding Bergamo.
Their capabilities will be put to an even more unusual test in spring 2027, when the CX19D will be transported by helicopter to a high-altitude refuge in the Alps, approximately 2,200 metres above sea level, where it will support restoration and construction work at a site accessible only on foot or by air.
Simone Moro said, “I’m taking on something completely new, building a property from scratch in the hills above Bergamo. I never want to lose the passion for embracing new challenges and starting from zero. I still have so much to learn about forestry, agriculture, and land management, which makes having a reliable partner by my side essential.
“When I met CASE, there was an immediate connection. We share the same values of preparation, precision and reliability, and I like the fact that this partnership is not just about a name – we are working together on real projects. I am very excited about what comes next.”
The two compact machines have been selected for their versatility and suitability to the challenging terrain, with each taking on a different role in Simone’s projects.
Massimo Alzati, EMEA marketing & commercial operations for CNH Construction Equipment, said, “This collaboration is a great example of the kind of partnership we want to build at CASE. Simone is not only an internationally renowned alpinist, but someone who shares our focus on preparation, precision and performance in demanding environments.
“Most importantly, this is a partnership grounded in real projects, where our machines will be put to work in challenging environments and demonstrate what they can do in the real world. We are excited to support Simone as he takes on these projects and to see our machines play a practical role in bringing them to life.”
