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India’s Logistics Sector Grows 5% in H1 2024
India’s logistics and industrial sector saw strong growth in H1 2024, with significant rent increases in major cities due to high demand for warehousing and light manufacturing.
Manufacturers are rapidly embracing Industry 4.0 principles
Pepperl+Fuchs is a pioneer of industrial sensors for factory automation and an expert for explosion protection in process automation. In this interview, Aman Monga, General Manager – Sales, Pepperl+Fuchs Factory Automation, delves into challenges faced by industries and how Pepperl+Fuchs is helping them navigate through these hurdles to improve their efficiency and productivity
ABB India sets up a smart center for electrician training
Training will ensure participants are job-ready upon completion
Limited market awareness hinders rental service penetration
Mukesh Sharma, Country Manager, Atlas Copco Specialty Rental Division in India, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market, and the latest trends in the market.
Doosan Bobcat India inaugurates State-of-the-Art manufacturing factory expansion at Gummidipundi
The compact excavators are expected to enter full-scale production starting 2025
Loading the Future
Recent innovations in wheel loader technology have been transformative, and electric wheel loaders are at the forefront of this revolution.
Driving Energy Efficiency
ABB India’s latest milestone underscores its sector leadership and the crucial role of advanced motor technologies in driving national energy savings.
Volvo EC210: A Technological Marvel
Built for Bharat, Volvo EC210 offers superior performance, exceptional fuel efficiency and lower maintenance cost, and will be available at 300+ outlets across the country.
ABB's IEC LV motors save over 500 GWh energy across Indian industries
The sale of IE3 and IE4 high-efficiency motors have seen significant growth
SDLG inaugurates first manufacturing facility in Bengaluru
A member of Volvo Group, SDLG offers sustainable solutions to construction, earthmoving, infrastructure and mining projects.
Our compaction products are a true testament to Atmanirbharta
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is a leading international manufacturer of premium construction equipment, offering a comprehensive range of products and services in over 140 countries. Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction Equipment India, speaks on the company’s growing focus in the compaction business in India, and how it aligns with their broader goals and vision.
We focus on sustainability across our operations
Ajax Engineering is a pioneering force in the construction equipment industry, renowned for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Specialising in concrete machinery, Ajax offers a diverse range of products including transit mixers, concrete pumps, batching plants, and more, catering to the needs of the construction sector globally. In an exclusive interaction, Subhabrata Saha, Managing Director, AJAX Engineering, speaks on the company’s sustainable practices and initiatives in its manufacturing processes.
We pioneered the introduction of battery electric wheel loaders in India
SDLG India, a member of Volvo Group, is a leading provider of construction equipment solutions, emphasising innovation, reliability, and affordability. Its range includes wheel loaders, excavators, motor graders, and more. Surat Mehta, Head of SDLG Business in India, speaks about the company’s newly inaugurated manufacturing facility in Bengaluru and how it has enhanced the company’s capabilities in serving the Indian market.
SDLG inaugurates first manufacturing facility in Bengaluru
A member of Volvo Group, SDLG offers sustainable solutions to construction, earthmoving, infrastructure and mining projects.
Localisation is the key to success
Doosan Portable Power, now under the Bobcat brand, offers a range of reliable and versatile portable power equipment designed for various jobsite needs. This includes portable air compressors, generators, and light towers engineered to maximise productivity with long runtimes, extended maintenance intervals, and durability. Dasika Ramarao, General Manager – Sales & Marketing, Doosan Portable Power, speaks on the applications of mobile air compressors in construction, mining, and drilling operations.
SDLG inaugurates first manufacturing facility in Bengaluru
"The new facility indicates encouraging signs of increased manufacturing and launch of new products and services.
Eco-Diggers!
Backhoe loaders are at the forefront of the sustainable construction movement, revolutionising the industry with groundbreaking energy-efficient technologies.
A Leap Towards Cleaner Future
Hengst Filtration has unveiled cutting-edge filtration plant in Bengaluru, pioneering sustainable development in India.
ABB India turns half of its manufacturing locations water positive
Three of the six manufacturing locations replenishing more water to the ground than being consumed
Hengst Filtration Unveils State-of-the-Art Facility in Bengaluru
Hengst Filtration Unveils State-of-the-Art Facility in Bengaluru
Metro Rail sustainability suffering from affordability & connectivity
An affordable fare structure & an efficient last-mile connectivity are vital for Metro Rail
Role of AI in EV component manufacturing
AI is gaining momentum as a pivotal component of the automotive sector, with its significance growing steadily each day.
We utilise telematics to monitor machine health
Amarnath Ramachandran, Managing Director, ARX Mining & Construction Equipment
Dr E Sreedharan, India’s ‘Metro Man’ & India’s Top Metro Rail CEOs converge in Mumbai for CW Metro Rail Conference
More than 25 speakers – from over 10 metro rail corporations, technology experts, & transportation experts - will engage in crucial conversations regarding the sustainability, growth, and financial resilience of the Indian metro rail sector.
LAPP India launches first state-of-the-art compounding plant in Bhopal
LAPP India aims to be a 300-million-euro company by 2027
Revolutionising Construction
Concrete construction has evolved significantly, impacting both equipment choices and operational strategies.
The CPCBIV+ certified engines emphasise on lowering carbon footprints
Anurag Pai, Regional Marketing Manager, South Asia, Perkins Engines, speaks on the trends in the industry, and does Perkins align with these trends.
Machine Possible
Excon 2023 reflected India’s aspiration to be a global CE leader
Breaking New Ground
Excon showcased the latest in construction technology, reflecting India’s commitment to revolutionising the industry and establishing itself as a global leader in machinery innovation.
How critical equipment helped rescue trapped workers in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse
Manual tools, such as hammers and chisels, became the instruments of choice.
Hydrogen-Powered Revolution!
As the hydrogen-powered revolution gains momentum, India stands at the forefront of a cleaner and more sustainable automotive future.
There will be a shift towards advanced synthetic and semi-synthetic grades
Ravi Chawla, MD & CEO, Gulf Oil Lubricants
We anticipate a peak in market volume in 2023-24
Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo CE India
We plan to add more products to our mining portfolio
Amarnath Ramachandran, Managing Director, ARX Mining & Construction Equipment
MYCRANE signs MOU with Equip9 at Excon
Equip9 is an AI-enabled start-up that has developed an app for everything related to heavy equipment.
Mycrane and Equip9 Join Forces to Drive Innovation in Crane Rental
Mycrane and Equip9 signed a Memorandum of Understanding at Excon
Mycrane and Equip9 Join Forces to Drive Innovation in Crane Rental
Mycrane and Equip9 signed a Memorandum of Understanding at Excon
Scania Unveils G500 Super Heavy Tipper at EXCON 2023
Scania Commercial Vehicles introduces the G500 8x4 Super Heavy Tipper
Scania Unveils G500 Super Heavy Tipper at EXCON 2023
Scania Commercial Vehicles introduces the G500 8x4 Super Heavy Tipper
How critical equipment helped rescue trapped workers in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse
Manual tools, such as hammers and chisels, became the instruments of choice
Driving A Technological Revolution
With over 1,200 exhibitors, Excon will highlight leading construction equipment manufacturers
Navigating the Road Ahead
The market for sensor pavers is expected to grow at 7-8 per cent CAGR over five years.
Driving Technological Revolution
With more than 1,200 exhibitors from India and abroad, Excon will highlight leading construction equipment manufacturers as they showcase the adaptability of their machinery and the advancement of construction technologies.
CASE to introduce 6 new innovative products at Excon
CASE will enter two new categories with the introduction of new products
Schneider Electric expands Bengaluru presence
Schneider Electric India, a subsidiary of the French multinational, has leased approximately 048 mn sq ft of office space in Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road (ORR) area from Bagmane, a real estate developer.
CII targets over 15% YoY growth in next 5 years
The event witnessed the participation of leading names from the industry, government, and stakeholders from the infrastructure and construction equipment sector.
South Asia’s Largest Construction Equipment Exhibition in Bengaluru
EXCON 2023, is gearing up for a showcase of cutting-edge technology
Tata Motors launches ‘Truck Utsav’
Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced the launch of ‘Truck Utsav’ – a unique customer engagement initiative.
Pushing new boundaries
As the market for excavators experiences increased demand, OEMs are innovating by introducing new features aimed at enhancing both the efficiency and productivity of these machines.
Indian Logistics Boom in 2023
H1 2023 recorded 49 per cent of total absorption registered over the entire previous year. This represents a YoY growth of 17 per cent bringing it to an estimated 15.4 million square feet.
TACKLERS is on its way to becoming a global brand
Nirag Chokshi, Managing Partner, Techno Industries, shares insights on the market for material handling equipment in India.
We were the pioneers to introduce hydraulic presses in India
Soham Panchal, Director, OPEX, Neptune India, speaks on the various products and solutions offered by the company.
Tata Motors launches ‘Truck Utsav’
It is a customer engagement programme
The New Concrete Frontier
Contractors must adopt advanced, efficient concrete equipment to meet growing project sizes, tight deadlines, and high-strength concrete demands.
Going forward, digital technology will play a key role
Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India, speaks on the key demand drivers for backhoe loaders in India, and its dealership and product service
Going forward, digital technology will play a key role
Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India, speaks on the key demand drivers for backhoe loaders in India, and its dealership and product service.
Sany India opens new dealership in Karnataka
Sany India, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment, comes up with a new dealership in Bengaluru (Karnataka) in association with Masany Infra Equipments and further strengthens its presence in the region taking the total count of touch points to 15 in Karnataka
SANY India opens new dealership in Karnataka
SANY India, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment, comes up with a new dealership in Bengaluru (Karnataka) in association with Masany Infra Equipments and further strengthens its presence in the region taking the total count of touch points to 15 in Karnataka.
Soaring high!
Demand for construction hoists in India is expected to continue growing, as the country invests in infrastructure projects and the construction of commercial and residential buildings continues to expand.
Technology drives John Deere’s 25-year success in India
Over its 25 years, John Deere has shown significant commitment to investment in manufacturing and product development in India
SANY India opens new dealership in Karnataka
The new state of the art dealership will offer sales, service, and spare parts to all esteemed customers in the region.
Technology and Social impact drives John Deere’s 25-year success in India
John Deere continues to innovate, invest, and leverage manufacturing, talent, and India’s supply chain to serve farmers in India and around the world
Bringing sustainability to the fore
JCB has continued to make concerted efforts to conserve and optimise the use of energy.
Innovation to achieve excellence
Our success mantra has been the tenacity and hard work of our team, coupled with our focus on satisfying customers’ real needs, along with our ability to offer the right product, at the right price, with the right service support, says SORAB AGARWAL.
AJAX to invest Rs 100 cr in new facility
Manufacturer of concrete equipment Ajax Engineering announced a Rs 100 crore investment to build its fifth manufacturing plant in Bengaluru with plans for a portion of the facility to be operational by the end of the year.
Gulf formulates customised EV solutions for Altigreen
Gulf to be the sole provider of specialised EV Fluids for Altigreen’s three-wheeler electric cargo vehicles.
Heading towards a new high!
After two years of lull, the excavator market should grow again and reach 25,000 units in 2022.
JK Tyre launches 4 new OTR tyres at Excon 2021
Expanding their product range, Indian tyre major, JK Tyre & Industries launched four new offerings in their off-the-road tyre segment at South Asia’s largest construction equipment event Excon 2021 in Bengaluru.
Lifting up!
The hoist market is expected to grow at a CAGR of up to 7.3 per cent till 2025.
JK Tyre launches 4 new OTR tyres at Excon 2021
ur new products namely: 45/65-45 58PR VEM 63 L5 TL, 14.00-24 GTL CHAMP 16 PR G3 TT, 12.00-24 HARD ROCK CHAMPION 20PR E4 TT and 16.00-25 VEM 045 44PR E3 TT have been added to their existing product portfolio.
The crushing equipment industry has reached its peak.”
Titan Crushing Equipment is focused on the aggregate and infrastructure industry. The company designs and manufactures equipment under the brand name – Diamond Crushers. The company specialises in producing jaw crusher, which is widely used in mining, quarry, and material handling. Over these years, the company has gathered specialists and experience in designing and manufacturing various models of jaw crushers.
We plan to come with a manufacturing plant near Mumbai.
Everest Engineering Equipment Pvt Ltd. (EEE) was founded with the sole aim of providing high-quality machinery that can boost the country’s growth in the construction sector. “During Excon, we have launched two new products – the passenger hoist and the CNC highspeed Rebar processing machine,” said PV Ramdev, Managing Director of Everest Engineering Equipment.
Excon brings more cheer to the season
Excon was spread over 3,00,000 square meters of display area with the participation of over 800 exhibitors from India and abroad.
Double-digit growth likely
Excon is a large, popular and established platform for the construction equipment industry in India where corporates, large infrastructure companies, contractors and their subcontractors, project construction professionals and retail customers meet original equipment producers and suppliers.
MoRTH lays foundation stone of NH projects worth Rs 3,972 cr
The Minister of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Nitin Gadkari, laid the foundation stone for National Highway (NH) Projects worth Rs 3,972 crore in Belgavi.
Magenta deploys 100 electric cargo fleets for last-mile delivery
Magenta, a leading Indian Charge Point Operator (CPO) company, announced the deployment of 100 Electric Cargo vehicles under its EVET (Electric Vehicle Enabled Transport) brand in Bengaluru, in partnership with Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM).
L&T awarded contracts for power transmission & distribution biz
The Power Transmission & Distribution business of Larsen & Toubro has bagged a slew of orders both in India and overseas.
L&T and Kemroc ink pact to distribute cutting-edge products in India
The agreement to this effect was signed by Vivek Hajela, Vice-President and Head-CEB, L&T and Klaus Ertmar, Managing Director, Kemroc recently in Bengaluru in the presence of Arvind K. Garg, Executive Vice-President & Head, L&T Construction & Mining Machinery.
L&T and Kemroc ink pact to distribute cutting-edge products in India
The agreement covers Kemroc-developed special attachments including its patented EK series of chain cutters.
Magenta deploys 100 electric cargo fleets for last-mile delivery
The expanded Electric Vehicle Fleet of Magenta supports Magenta’s growing customer base (Big Basket, Flipkart, Udaan etc.) during a time when people continue to rely on receiving items they need quickly at their doorstep.
L&T awarded contracts for its various businesses
The construction arm of L&T has secured orders for its businesses in India.
Toshiba Johnson Elevators secures orders from RMZ
Toshiba Johnson Elevators (India) (TJEI), India’s fastest growing elevator and escalator company, announced winning massive orders to supply 168 elevators at three flagship projects of the celebrated RMZ Corp, one of Asia's largest privately-owned real estate owners, investors, and developer
L&T, Gulf Oil jointly launch genuine oils for CE
Construction and Mining Machinery Business of Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T-CMB) and Gulf Oil Lubricants India have collaborated to launch a range of genuine oils to cater to the distinct and technologically progressive needs of the Construction Equipment sector.
Atlas Copco to acquire leading provider of vacuum pumps in India
Atlas Copco, a leading innovator in portable air compressors, light towers, pumps and handheld tools, has agreed to acquire HHV Pumps.
L&T awarded contracts for its various businesses
The construction arm of L&T has secured orders for its Metallurgical & Material Handling (MMH) and Buildings & Factories (B&F) businesses in India
Atlas Copco to acquire leading provider of vacuum pumps in India
The company designs and manufactures vacuum pumps and systems for applications used in a wide range of industries.
LetsTransport to augment fleet with 1,000 electric vehicles
In a bid to drive sustainable growth of intra-city and last mile logistics, LetsTransport, one of India’s fastest growing tech logistics companies, will augment its electric vehicle (EV) fleet on its platform to 1,000 by June 2022.
L&T, Gulf Oil jointly launch genuine oils for CE
Strategic partnership will address the evolving needs of the CE sector
Toshiba Johnson Elevators secures orders from RMZ
Elevators will be installed across RMZ’s flagship projects in Bengaluru and Hyderabad.
Euler Motors launches HiLoad EV
Launches six ‘segment-first’ features in 3W Cargo: Innovation from India, made for India
Sajjan Jindal is CW Man of the Year - Private Sector
Jindal was awarded at the 19th CONSTRUCTION WORLD Annual Awards.
LetsTransport plans to augment fleet with 1,000 electric vehicles to drive sustainable growth
In a bid to drive sustainable growth of intra-city and last mile logistics, LetsTransport, one of India’s fastest growing tech logistics companies, will augment its electric vehicle (EV) fleet on its platform to 1,000 by June 2022.
AJAX Engineering plays an important role in building modern India by truly being an Atmanirbhar Bharat company.
“With our indigenously manufactured product portfolio and engineering expertise, we are playing an important role in building modern India by catering to the Indian as well as the global market requirements. We are positive that this investment will further strengthen the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative and create employment opportunities in the country.” Mr. Jagadish Bhat, MD & CEO, AJAX Engineering.
LetsTransport plans to augment fleet with 1,000 electric vehicles to drive sustainable growth
Having already commenced EV-led operations in Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Mumbai, LetsTransport will introduce EVs to its fleet in Chennai, Pune and Kolkata.
L&T delivers 500th mini compactor – L&T 491
Larsen & Toubro crossed a new milestone with the roll out of its 500th L&T 491 Mini Compactor from L&T Construction Equipment Limited’s Doddaballapura campus, near Bengaluru.
AJAX plays an important role in building modern India
With our indigenously manufactured product portfolio and engineering expertise, we are playing an important role in building modern India by catering to the Indian as well as the global market requirements.
Amit Banerjee takes charge as CMD of BEML
Banerjee is a graduate in Mechanical Engineering from IIT (BHU), Varanasi. He joined as Asst Engineer and has a vast experience of over 37 years in R&D and manufacturing functions.
L&T delivers 500th Mini Compactor - L&T 491
Larsen & Toubro crossed a new milestone with the roll out of its 500th L&T 491 Mini Compactor from L&T Construction Equipment Limited’s Doddaballapura campus, near Bengaluru.
Sanjay Koul of CMD, Timken: Govt programmes will have direct impact on demand for bearings
Sanjay Koul, Chairman and Managing Director, Timken India, speaks on the latest trends in bearings for construction equipment (CE) applications, and emerging technology trends.
Volvo Group launches CampX in India
Carrying forward its legacy of being at the forefront of developing and transforming the transport industry, Volvo Group launched CampX in India.