IndianOil Skytanking boosts airport fleet safety with Netradyne

Netradyne will provide its flagship platform, Driver•i

Komatsu acquires American Battery Solutions

In the race to develop more electric construction equipment and related charging solutions, Komatsu has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions. Closing on the purchase of the Detroit-based company is planned for December 1.

Sustainability is essential in design, construction of all our group products

Ramesh Palagiri, Managing Director & CEO, Wirtgen India

B&R India organises 7th Innovations Day in Pune

The event experienced the future of automation with ground-breaking innovations, especially for machine builders, system integrators and end users.

B&R India organises 7th Innovations Day in Pune

The event experienced the future of automation with ground-breaking innovations, especially for machine builders, system integrators and end users.

Uttar Pradesh plans Rs10 trillion investments

The Uttar Pradesh government aims to make the state an attractive investment hub by launching private industrial and infrastructure projects worth nearly Rs 10 trillion by December this year.

Sreeram V joins DICV as President & Chief Business Officer

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), the wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (Daimler Truck) announced that Sreeram Venkateswaran has been appointed as President and Chief Business Officer, Domestic Sales and Customer Service, effective August 29, 2023.

Sany international sales revenue up 35.87%

The net cash flow from business activities was 402 million yuan

Sreeram V joins DICV as President & Chief Business Officer

Sreeram will be the spearhead of BharatBenz in India.

Geology and Reserves of Indian Coal

India ranks second amongst the coal producing countries of the world in terms of annual coal production. However, in respect of coal resources, it is endowed with less than 1 per cent of world coal resources.

Zoomlion Unveils World’s Largest Tower Crane

The crane uses mobile balancing weight technology.

Fast-erecting crane from Liebherr works on former castle in historic old town

81 K.1 impresses with compact transport dimensions and strong overall package

Towards a Sustainable Future

Tata Hitachi has made significant investments in its plants at Dharwad and Kharagpur towards renewable energy, rainwater harvesting, and reusing ETP water for irrigation

Bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2023 - Highlights

The trade fair for construction equipment industry garners excitement!

Building a strong foundation

As India’s infrastructure modernisation drive gathers steam, there is a concomitant rise in demand for foundation equipment across the spectrum.

Kanjanabha Bhattacharyya appointed MD of Putzmeister Concrete Machines

He was serving as President with Tega Industries before joining Putzmeister.

SAMIL sets new benchmark; conducts 100 auctions across 100 locations

The event recorded footfalls of over 15,000 customers.

Jennifer Rumsey named new CEO of Cummins

Jennifer Rumsey has been named President/CEO of Cummins, effective August 1. She replaces CEO Tom Linebarger. Rumsey currently serves as president and COO of the engine maker.

The Concrete Advantage!

The concrete equipment market is expected to rise on account of anticipated growth in the construction industry, increasing FDIs, and the rising number of smart city projects in the country.

CNH Industrial pledges educational support to underprivileged students in India

CNH Industrial has further expanded its CSR initiatives to support the education of socio-economically disadvantaged students with three projects in India.

Hamm | HC Series: Advanced Engine Technology for Earthworks

Since August 2021, Hamm has supplied new compactor models from the HC series to the Indian market. The machines, weighing 11t, are available with or without a drum drive.

Poised for growth

With the mining segment getting government support in a big way, the truck and tipper segment will witness growing demand in the days to come.

Afcons, SAM JV wins Rs 2,907 cr deal for Kanpur-Agra metro projects

The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has issued two major civil contracts worth Rs 2,907.46 crore to the joint venture (JV) of Afcons Infrastructure and SAM India Builtwell for constructing underground tunnels and stations for Kanpur and Agra Metro Rail projects.

A sustainable solution for waste management using Kleemann mobile screens

Kleemann MOBISCREEN MS 952 is double deck classifying screen equipped with 9.5 sq m screen casing.

JK Cement, UltraTech, Shree Cement bag awards as fastest cement cos

JK Cement, Ultratech & Shree Cement swept the 5th Indian Cement Review Awards 2021 at The Lalit, Delhi, on 17th December 2021 among the large category (over Rs 5000 cr operating revenue) amidst an august gathering of captains of industry, bankers, fund managers, bureaucrats, technocrats and media.

Innovation & Indigenization has been a way of life at AJAX

“Innovation & Indigenization has been a way of life at AJAX, and we are proud to be a self-reliant Indian company for almost three decades” – Ajay Aneja, Chief Marketing Officer

Concrete proof

Growth is round the corner for concrete equipment as market is projected to cross $1,300 million by 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 13 per cent because of anticipated growth in the construction industry.

Eicher delivers 315th BSVI truck to KNR

The vehicles have been commissioned in prestigious mega NHAI Expressway Projects across South India.

Volvo CE introduces 3 new construction BEVs

Roads and highways sector is considered to be the most vibrant infrastructure segment where a lot of activities ongoing consistently for a long time.

An evening to cherish

The 9th Equipment India Awards 2021 recognised the top performers of Indian construction equipment industry. In a colourful ceremony held at Four Seasons in Mumbai, the winners received the awards for their achievements in the respective segments.

Welspun, PSP, Ahluwalia bag honours as fastest construction companies in under ?2k cr

The companies were awarded at the 19th CONSTRUCTION WORLD Annual Awards.

Hamm | HC series: Advanced engine tech & best compaction for earthworks

Since August 2021, Hamm has supplied new compactor models from the HC series to the Indian market. The machines, weighing 11 t, are available with or without a drum drive.

Shell Lubricants India appoints Debanjali Sengupta as new Country Head

Shell India has appointed Debanjali Sengupta as Country Head of Shell Lubricants India, starting August 1, 2021. She succeeds Mr. Raman Ojha, who has moved on to take over as Vice President - Global Head (Construction & Roads).

Shell Lubricants India appoints Debanjali Sengupta as new Country Head

Shell India has appointed Ms. Debanjali Sengupta as Country Head of Shell Lubricants India, starting 1st August 2021. She succeeds Mr. Raman Ojha, who has moved on to take over as Vice President - Global Head (Construction & Roads).

Escorts facilitates 37k+ Covid-19 vaccinations in Faridabad

Under its corporate social responsibility programme, Escorts, India’s leading engineering conglomerate, conducted over last 42 days free Covid-19 vaccination camps, inoculating over 37,000 residents in and around Faridabad district in Haryana.

Hamm | HC series: Advanced engine technology for earthworks

Since August 2021, Hamm has supplied new compactor models from the HC series to the Indian market. The machines, weighing 11t, are available with or without a drum drive.

Volvo machines drive safe and profitable operation at Indonesian nickel mine

At the Weda Bay Nickel Project in Central Halmahera, Indonesia, a fleet of Volvo articulated haulers and excavators are offering excellent stability on soft ground

L&T concludes the divestment of 99 MW Hydro Power Plant with Renew Power

L&T concluded the divestment of its 100% stake in the 3 x 33 MW (99 MW) hydroelectric power plant at Singoli-Bhatwari in Uttarakhand

Escorts facilitates 37k+ Covid-19 vaccinations in Faridabad

The initiative named “COWINNER” commenced on July 2 at QRG Health City, Faridabad and concluded on August 12, 2021.

VECV delivered 50 Eicher CNG buses to PMPML

VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) delivered 50, 24-seater Eicher CNG AC Buses to Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML). These buses were flagged off by Devendra Fadnavis and Maharashtra BJP president Chandrakant Patil in Mahatma Phule Mandai, Pune.

VECV delivered 50 Eicher CNG buses to PMPML

Bus service flagged off by former CM Devendra Fadnavis and Maharashtra BJP president Chandrakant Patil

The recent MHE market demand is on the uptrend”

Pre-Covid Indian MHE market has shown double digit CAGR since 2014. In-spite of Covid-19 pandemic and business being at standstill for almost four months in 2020, we saw a fast-paced recovery since August 2020, and witnessed the highest ever MHE market in March 2021 and in Q1 2021 which was fuelled by growth in economic activities.

VECV launches Covid support package for dealer network and customers

VE Commercial Vehicle has announced a comprehensive package to support Eicher truck and bus customers, dealers, and dealer employees as they continue to operate in this difficult time.

Bounce back

Construction equipment finance has bounced back after the pandemic-forced lull.

Potain tower cranes deliver versatile performance to construction projects in China

Potain top-slewing cranes are helping to build a real estate development in Xiangshan and a chemical plant in Zhenhai

VE Commercial Vehicles sells 5457 units in Feb 2021

VE Commercial Vehicles recorded sales of 5457 units in February 2021 as compared to 4586 units in February 2020 (LYTD 47216), recording growth of 19% (YTD decline 27.5%).

There is clear room for the market to grow

Rajaram Krishnamurthy, Vice President - Marketing & Sales and Customer Services, DICV, shares his thoughts on the market scenario and the company’s strategy going forward.

Mining market scenario

The upcoming mining reforms are expected to drive the demand for advanced mining equipment technologies and solutions.

Tipper trucks market gearing up

Revival in mining and gradually picking up construction activities are expected to bring back the demand in the coming months.

Adaptability and agility are our core strengths

Gagandeep Singh Gandhok, Senior Vice President – HD Truck Business, VECV, shares his views on the market scenario and the company’s plans.

Mechanised scavenging to be made mandatory

Government will amend the Manual Scavenging Act to make mechanised cleaning mandatory.

Will Growth Sustain?

This September showed a sequential positive trend in the economy. Analysts say the 8 core sectors improved. Now to sustain that growth.

Next year will be the best for construction industry

Speaking exclusively with EQUIPMENT INDIA after winning the coveted Equipment India Person of the Year 2020 award, VG Sakthikumar, Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India, shares his thoughts on the company’s success, future plans and the market outlook.

Road Equipment: Road to Recovery

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has big plans of constructing expressways, national highways, state highways and rural roads in the coming years. However, any uncertain economic situation in future may affect the recovery of the market as this will affect the payment of contractors, financing and thus equipment mobilisation.

Seeking Light at, the End of the Tunnel!

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to inaugurate the world’s longest railway tunnel above 10,000 feet height on October 3. The Atal Tunnel is being completed at the most difficult time of coronavirus pandemic.

MLC100-1 Racks up 2,500 Faultless Hours

On tunneling projects, there are two critical pieces of equipment: one is the tunnel boring machine, the other is the crane. If either of them goes down, the job effectively comes to a standstill. So, when Triad Engineering & Contracting (Triad) had to select a crawler crane for a large tunnel build there was only one choice: Manitowoc.

Informa Markets and KDCL unveil InfraConex

Informa Markets (formerly UBM India), India’s leading B2B exhibition organiser, and K and D Communication (KDCL) in a joint venture, unveiled a brand new exhibition ‘InfraConex’ that will cater to the Indian construction equipment sector.

MoRTH proposes safety norms for construction equipment vehicles

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued a draft notification to address the issue of safety requirements while construction equipment vehicles are running on roads along with other vehicles

Govt proposes separate emission norms for CE and agri machinery

The Union Government has issued a draft notification for separate emission norms for agriculture machinery and construction equipment vehicles.

ACE President Pradeep Sharma passes away

Pradeep Sharma, President of Action Construction Equipment (ACE), passed away on August 5, 2020.

The Manitowoc Company announces leadership transition

The Manitowoc Company has announced that Aaron H Ravenscroft, currently the company’s Executive Vice President of Cranes, has been appointed President and CEO

New appointments at LiuGong India

LiuGong India has announced the appointment of A Krishnakumar as the President – India effective July 2020.

JLG announces organisational changes in EMEAIR

JLG Industries, Inc announced organisational changes for the EMEAIR region.

VECV introduces connected vehicle solution

VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) announced a giant step towards modernising the CV industry with its industry-first proposition of 100 per cent connected vehicles across its entire product portfolio

PASCHAL formworks at Frankfurt terminal project

In the construction of the new terminal in Frankfurt, the contractor is using circular column formwork from PASCHAL

Luca Galluzzi to succeed Peter Gucher as CSO at B&R

On August 1, 2020, Luca Galluzzi will join the executive management team of automation specialist B&R.

Terex AWP announces leadership change

Terex Corporation announced that John L Garrison, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Terex Corporation, will take on additional responsibilities as President, Terex AWP, effective immediately.

Terex AWP announces leadership change

Terex Corporation announced that John L Garrison, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Terex Corporation, will take on additional responsibilities as President, Terex AWP

HCC completes first tunnel for Mumbai Metro III project

Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) completed the south-bound tunnel between CSMT and Mumbai Central stations on August 2, 2019. With this, HCC became the first contractor among all packages to complete the entire length of a tunnel.

Solution for Bridges and Busy Road Projects

MB Crusher drum cutter range provides the solution to the challenges faced by certain construction sites.

SDLG Scores a "Hole in One"

UAE contractor, Desert Group LLC, is putting two SDLG wheel loaders to work on a golf course landscaping project in Abu Dhabi.

Tunnelling for Mumbai coastal road project to begin in August

According reports, there would be two tunnels to be constructed in South Mumbai as part of the Rs 130 billion coastal road project, for which, digging work is expected to start in this August and will be completed in a year.

Potain MD 3200 crane expedites dam project in Canada

A Potain MD 3200 MAXI tower crane is helping with the construction of the Site C Clean Energy Project - a third dam and hydroelectric generating station on the Peace River in British Columbia (BC), Canada.

Tunnelling for Mumbai coastal road project to begin in August

According reports, there would be two tunnels to be constructed in South Mumbai as part of the Rs 130 billion coastal road project, for which, digging work is expected to start in this August and will be completed in a year.

Potain MD 3200 crane expedites dam project in Canada

A Potain MD 3200 MAXI tower crane is helping with the construction of the Site C Clean Energy Project ? a third dam and hydroelectric generating station on the Peace River in British Columbia (BC), Canada.

First Potain MCT 325 Units sold to Active Crane Hire in Australia

Australian company Active Crane Hire purchased two Potain MCT 325 topless cranes during its launch in August. Both cranes will be delivered at the end of 2019 and will be mainly used for residential and commercial projects within Australia.

First Potain MCT 325 Units sold to Active Crane Hire in Australia

Australian company Active Crane Hire purchased two Potain MCT 325 topless cranes during its launch in August. Both cranes will be delivered at the end of 2019 and will be mainly used for residential and commercial projects within Australia.

CE Market to Bounce Back

Off-Highway Research forecasts that the market for construction equipment (CE) will dip in 2019 but follow an upward trend thereafter during 2020-2023. Samir Bansal elaborates.

Flurry of road bids expected

According to the latest reports, India's GDP growth rate slipped to 4.5 per cent in the July-September quarter of this fiscal.

Grove RT cranes deliver smooth lifts at Middle East oil fields

Obaid Kneish and Sons General Transport Establishment (Obaid Kneish and Sons) is successfully using three Grove GRT8100 rough terrain cranes for lifting operations at oil fields in the Middle East.

Govt takes note of CERA?s demands

The Union Government has taken note of the request submitted by the Construction Equipment Rental Association (CERA) on issues related to GST on equipment rental services

Manitowoc launches Potain MCT 325

Manitowoc has launched the Potain MCT 325 to further expand its MCT range of topless cranes.

ICRA revises outlook on CE sales negative

Industry volumes have contracted by 16 per cent in the key product categories of backhoe loaders, excavators and wheeled loaders.

The Festival is back, Are Festivities back?

The current slowdown is giving a drubbing to the Indian construction equipment (CE) market with the equipment sales diving drastically in the past few months in contrast to what the industry had anticipated during the start of the year.

ICRA sees negative outlook on CE sales

Following a sharp correction in unit sales amidst slowing economic growth and infrastructure investments, both by the public and private sector; and tight liquidity environment, ICRA has revised the outlook on the construction equipment (CE) sector to negative.

Duncan Salt appointed new CEO of WOLFFKRAN

Dr Peter Schiefer handed over his position as CEO in WOLFFKRAN to Duncan Salt, the former Head of Sales and Service.

Manitowoc launches strong and versatile Potain MCT 325

Manitowoc has launched the Potain MCT 325 to further expand its MCT range of topless cranes. The MCT 325 is designed to deliver easier transport and assembly, plus high efficiency and reliability on construction projects.

First Liebherr mobile tower crane turns 70

The first Liebherr tower crane TK 10, built in 1949 turned 70 this year. Under the keyword ?mobile tower crane?, Hans Liebherr, the founder of the company successfully registered his invention with the German Patent Office, which issued the patent on August 19, 1949.

HCC completes first tunnel for Mumbai Metro III project

In a significant milestone for the city?s metro network, Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) completed the south-bound tunnel between CSMT and Mumbai Central stations on August 2, 2019.

Hoffmann Group launches 2019-20 catalogue

Hoffmann Group, Europe?s leading system partner for quality tools, launched its new catalogue for 2019-20, thereby introducing nearly 9,000 new products in the market.

Tadano completes acquisition of Demag Mobile Cranes business

Tadano completed its $215-million acquisition of the Demag Mobile Cranes business on August 1, 2019. The transaction brings together two of the top names in the lifting equipment industry.

Nurol Construction buys four new Raimondi luffers

Nurol Construction Co., part of the Nurol Group of Companies (Nurol), took delivery of four new Raimondi LR213 luffing jib cranes in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

The Eleventh Hour Is Here!

By 2025, the construction market in India is expected to emerge as the third-largest globally.

Fuel cost savings at cement plant

Fuel cost savings at cement plant Volvo's EC950EL heavyweight excavator consistently delivers fuel-cost savings and performance gains for the local cement producer at their limestone quarry in Andhra Pradesh.

First Liebherr R 936 excavator delivered to Elboka

SOMTP Belgium delivered the first of the new R 936 compacts in Benelux to earthmoving company Elboka N.V, in last August.

Keestrack to showcase crusher solution

Etrack will highlight its full hybrid technology with the Keestrack B4e jaw crusher and the Keestrack H4e cone crusher.

CCTY Bearing completes 12,000 sq m forging factory

CCTY Bearing has expanded its forging capabilities with a new factory. In addition to more space for forging, the facility has onsite turning and heat treatment.

Escorts announces new ventures

In late August, Escorts announced plans to manufacture rough terrain (RT) and truck-mounted cranes in joint venture (JV) with Tadano Ltd.

Looking for a Turnaround

Port of call

Cargo traffic at Indian ports is gradually growing. Containerisation and palletisation of cargo is on the rise, though there is still far more to go for us to have a sizeable share of containerised and palletised cargo in the global market.