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Liebherr tower cranes renovate bridge in Spain

The company finished the 2023 business year with a record revenue of Euro 14,042 mn.

Liebherr: 2022 business year with new record turnover

Compared to the previous year, the company recorded a turnover growth of Euro 950 mn

How to make construction S.Af.E.R?

The theme S.Af.E.R. stands for -- S: Sustainability; Af: Alternative Fuels; E: Electrification; and R: Rentals. The underlying premise of the theme is that integrating energy-efficient equipment and energy-saving technology in sustainable development initiatives can drastically cut energy use and harmful emissions.

Infra demand boosting rental market

The equipment rental market provides construction companies with access to the latest equipment and technology.

“We will be launching 63-inch tyres for the Indian market.”

Tractors and earthmoving equipment are the major demand drivers of OTR tyres,” says Prasanta Ganguly, Head – OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries (BKT).

On track: double-digit growth

Distribution, digitisation and electrification are expected to be the key drivers of the earthmoving equipment industry in the coming years.

Italian CE market grows in 2021

In the twelve months of 2021, 22,000 construction machines have been placed on the Italian market, up 30 per cent if compared to 2020. Data were presented by Unacea in a digital press conference held last 1st February.

Opportunities galore

The construction industry across the globe is anticipated to present significant opportunities for construction equipment.

OTR tyre market has bright prospect

India OTR tyre market stood at 11.2 million units in 2021 and forecasted to reach 15 million units by 2023. The market is likely to grow at a CAGR of 9.05 per cent in volume terms.

New Avenues to Growth

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has hit market players adversely on the supply side, causing declining sales of undercarriage components.

OTR tyres on the move

With construction activities picking up and mining activities on a revival mode, the OTR tyre demand in the country is expected to grow in the coming years.

Coal mining is expected to drive demand

PK Ganguly, Head – Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries, shares his thoughts on the market scenario and how the company is gearing up to meet the growing demands in the market.

Italian CE posts sales drop

In the first quarter of 2020, construction equipment sold on the Italian market were 2,701, with a drop of 15 per cent compared to same period of 2019

The focus on skill development is on the rise

L&T Construction & Mining Machinery Business has trained and certified over 10,000 operators and mechanics in the last two years under the RPL4.

K-Tec innovations at Conexpo 2020

K-Tec's newest earthmoving scrapers and accessories will be on display at Conexpo Con/Agg 2020 outdoor Festival Grounds in booth #F2932.

Italian construction equipment market up in 2019

According to the last Unacea survey on the Italian market, in 2019, as many as 16,927 construction equipment have been sold on the Italian market, 16 per cent more compared to that of 2018.

K-Tec to exhibit earthmoving innovations at Conexpo 2020

From March 10-14, 2020, K-Tec?s newest and innovative earthmoving scrapers and accessories will be on display at Conexpo Con/Agg 2020 outdoor Festival Grounds in booth #F2932.

Mining Gains

The recent policy initiatives by the Central Government are expected to boost the mining activities in the country, providing new opportunities to private and global miners, and equipment and technology providers.

Undercarriage Parts

Undercarriages and parts in crawler- or track-mounted equipment play important role in the mobility of the whole equipment and its uptime. Undercarriage parts are small and simple, but when all put together, support the entire track system.

DOZCO, ITM form new JV

Italtractor ITM Spa (ITM) and DOZCO India announced the creation of a joint venture (JV) company called ITM DOZCO Pvt Ltd. The intention of this new JV is to create the leading manufacturer of undercarriage components in India to optimise service to local and global customers.

On Sustainable Growth

Devendra Kumar Vyas, Managing Director, Srei Equipment Finance, elaborates on the key factors that drive the growth and the emerging market trends in equipment finance.

Supporting Mental Health Awareness

The machinery and plant hire company partnered with Volvo CE's exclusive Australian distribution partner CJD Equipment to paint the excavators blue in support of better mental health awareness in the workplace.

Operval joins Unacea

Operval, a company specialised in the production of mini dumpers and pipe layers, joined Unacea. Founded by Luigi Prando as a workshop for bicycles and motorcycles in 1947 in Aosta, it soon began also as repair shop for cars and agricultural machines, changing its name to Operval in 1975.

Marching Towards Century

LiuGong celebrated 60 years of successful presence in the global market and completed production of 400,000 units of loaders in November 2018.

Italian CE market up in 2018

During 2018, 14,645 construction machines have been sold in the Italian market, with a growth of 16 per cent compared to last year. Earthmoving machines sold were 14,144 (+16 per cent y-o-y), while road machineries were 501 units, up by 2 per cent.

LiuGong celebrates 60 years of global presence

LiuGong?s 60th anniversary celebration was held at LiuGong International Industrial Park in Liuzhou, Guangxi, China. Attendees included domestic and overseas customers, distributors, suppliers, government officials, shareholders, and stakeholders who have worked with LiuGong throughout its 60 years.

CE finance outlook

Financing accounts for approximately 80-85 per cent of the total equipment purchased. In the case of overseas purchases, it accounts for approximately 90 per cent.

Italian market up in Q3, 2018

Over the first nine months of 2018, construction equipment sales in Italy reached 9,615 units, with an increase of 22 per cent on year basis.

Italy posts 25% growth in CE sales

Italian construction equipment (CE) market saw a sales of 6,389 units in the first six months of 2018, with a growth of 25 per cent compared to last year. According to Unacea, total earthmoving machines sold were 6,157, while road machines 232.

Italian CE market grows in first quarter

Over the first three months of 2018, 2,713 machines have been sold in the Italian market, recording a growth of 30 per cent compared to the same period last year. The number of earthmoving machines sold stood 2,623, while road equipment 93.

Italian CE market posts 15 per cent growth in 2017

In 2017, 12,766 machines have been sold in the Italian market, with a growth of 15 per cent compared to 2016. Earthmoving machines sold were 12,275, up 15 per cent on a year-on-year basis, while road equipment grew by 5 per cent, with 491 units.

Liebherr?s earthmoving machines bag design awards

Liebherr received the 2018 German Design Award in the ?Excellent Product Design? category for its T46-7 telescopic handler and its XPower? L 550 to L 586 wheel loaders.

Italian CE sales and production grow

Over the first nine months of the year, 7,964 construction equipment (CE)have been sold in the Italian market, up by 13 per cent, compared to the same period of 2016. Figures consisted of 7,551 earthmoving machines, up 13 per cent year over year. Positive trend also prevailed for the sector of road equipment, up 11 per cent with 318 machines sold.

Driving Technology

Customers in India have always been divided between the ones who chose traditional, proven, 'will work for sure' products and the ones who want products that are forward-looking, path-breaking, or simply ahead of its time.

Slow growth for Italian CE market

Over the first three months of 2017, construction equipment sales in the Italian market rose 6 per cent compared to the first quarter of 2016, with 2,094 units sold. The figures consist of 2,005 earthmoving machines and 89 road equipment.

Italian CE market up in 2016

According to Unacea, the Italian construction machinery association, 10,984 machines have been sold in the Italian market in 2016, 26 per cent more compared to the previous year. Figures consist of 10,517 earthmoving machines (+25 per cent) and 467 road equipment (+44 per cent).

Italian CE market up in 2016

According to Unacea, the Italian construction machinery association, 10,984 machines have been sold in the Italian market in 2016, 26 per cent more compared to the previous year. Figures consist of 10,517 earthmoving machines (+25 per cent) and 467 road equipment (+44 per cent).

Protecting Operators and Machine Components

Represented by its American branch, O+P, a global leader in the hydraulic hoses equipment industry took part in the ASSE Safety conference and exhibition event held from 26 to 28 June.

O+P introduces Stopflex system

The American branch of O+P, a global leader in the hydraulic hoses equipment industry, introduced its Stopflex system, a retention system for pressure hoses, at the ASSE Safety conference and exhibition event held recently. Designed in-house at its Brescia premises and patented internationally, Stopflex allows retaining the movement of the pressure hose once the fitting is removed, thus fully protecting the operators and safeguarding the components.

Italian CE market up in Q1

Over the first three months of 2016, 1,977 construction machines have been put in the Italian market, with an increase of 29 per cent

Italian CE market recovers

In 2015, construction equipment sales in the Italian market increased by 34 per cent compared to the last year, with 9,138 equipments sold. By analysing sales results, figures consist of 8,813 earthmoving machines (+32 per cent) and 325 road machines (+180 per cent).

We see a great opportunity for growth with SANY

Our company was founded in 1994 in Jammu. Initially we started with road construction equipment and maintenance machinery for roads and gradually we diversified into construction equipment and earthmoving machinery business.

Italian CE market on recovery path

Over the first nine months of the year, 5,945 construction equipment have been sold in the Italian market, up by 33 per cent compared to the same period of 2014. By analysing sales results, figures consisted of 5,705 earthmoving machines (+30 per cent), and 241 road machines (+217 per cent).

Italian CE export up 6%

In the first six months of 2015, construction equipment sales in the Italian market rose 29 per cent, with 4,030 machines sold.

Italian CE Export up 6%.

In the first six months of 2015 construction equipment sales in the Italian market rose 29 per cent, with 4,030 machines sold. Results consisted of 3,871 earthmoving machines (+25 per cent) and 159 road machines (+308 per cent).

Italian CE market grows

In the first quarter of 2015, sales of construction equipment in the Italian market reached 1,605 units, increasing by 19 per cent year over year

Italian CE Market Grows

In the first quarter of 2015, sales of construction equipment in the Italian market reached 1,605 units, increasing by 19 per cent year over year; sales of earthmoving machines were 1,556 (+16 per cent) and 49 road machines (+390 per cent).

We have the widest range of solution for OTR activity

The OTR segment, which includes industrial, construction and earthmover verticals, is pegged around at Rs 2,000 crore and this segment is expected to grow further. There are some activities in the coal sector; over 30 blocks have already been auctioned. We are expecting some activities to happen in Goa and Karnataka on the mineral front.

CE sales in Italy up 12%

Over the first nine months of 2014, 4,479 units of construction equipment sold in the Italian market, an increase of 12 per cent compared to the same period of 2013.

It's time for the show!

The 3rd edition of bC India, which mirrors the pulse of the CE industry, is expected to attract over 30,000 visitors to witness the exciting range of construction and mining equipment and machinery.

Italian CE market grows

THE sales of construction equipment (CE) in the Italian market during the first six months of 2014 have been 3,134, with an increase of 16 per cent compared to the previous year.

Italian CE Market Grows

Over the first six months of 2014, sales of construction equipment in the Italian market have been 3,134, with an increase of 16 per cent compared to the previous year. ( 3,095 earthmoving machines (+16 per cent) and 39 road machines (-7 per cent).

Small is beautiful

Skid steer, a cute little machine, is steadily carving a niche amid the Goliaths of construction equipment space. Agith G Antony takes a peek at this unique machine and its myriad of application areas.Despite its sheer utility value and high adaptability with a wide variety of tools and attachments for applications such as recycling, paving, excavation, earthmoving, demolition, mining, landscaping and farming, skid steer, a compact and highly versatile machine is still somewhat in a concept sell

Italian exports drop

According to the foreign trade monitor of the construction equipment monthly drawn up by Unacea and Prometeia, the Italian export of construction equipment in the first nine months of 2013 has reached ?1,811 million

Italian CE market down

The Italian market of construction equipment has been down for the sixth consecutive year. During 2013, 6,192 vehicles have been placed on the market with a drop of 18 per cent compared to the data of 2012. Sales of earthmoving machines have reached 5,990 units (-17 per cent), 104 road machines (-32 per cent) and 98 concrete equipment (-53 per cent).

BHL Continues to Rule the Roost

The world over, construction practices and methodologies determine the selection of the type of equipment, to a great extent. However, in India, backhoe loader (BHL) controls the lion's share of the total equipment sale; it is wheel loaders that dominate the Chinese CE market and crawler and mini excavators that control the European and American markets.

New President for Liebherr CE

Liebherr has appointed Peter Mayr as President of Liebherr Construction Equipment Co. Mayr has held progressive leading positions within the Liebherr Group, most recently serving as Managing Director for Liebherr-Great Britain (LGB) and Liebherr Rental (LRL).

Responding to customer needs

TMS supplies complete range of genuine spare parts for over 30 brands, complete with manufacturer's warranty.TECHNICAL Mechanical Services (TMS) specialises in the supply of over 30 brands of spare parts for earthmoving machines.

Italian CE market in gloom

Italy's construction equipment sales have fallen for the fifth consecutive year in 2012, recording a drop of more than 30 per cent over 2011. During 2012, the total number of units sold was 7,606,

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