Uri Toudjarov takes on new role with Atlas GmbH

D.Ann Shiffler Editor in Chief, American Cranes & Transport

19 February 2026

Toudjarov started his new role with Atlas effective February 9, 2026.

Uri Toudjarov has been appointed Managing Director of Atlas GmbH. He will work alongside Bob Litchev and Volker Walter.

Uri Toudjarov, Managing Director, Atlas

Toudjarov brings 30 years of experience in heavy equipment manufacturing to the role. Previously he led a U.S.-based company, securing an exclusive worldwide manufacturing and distribution agreement with a leading Asian heavy equipment manufacturer and assisting in the restructuring newly acquired U.S.-based crane manufacturing companies.

He was selected to lead Atlas into the next phase of the company’s development, with a strengthened emphasis on performance, product quality and reliability, and long-term partnerships, the company said.

Atlas GmbH Atlas heavy equipment manufacturing Managing Director performance, product quality and reliability, and long-term partnerships Uri Toudjarov Bob Litchev Volker Walter U.S. Asian
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