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Kobelco to Acquire 70% Stake in CNH Construction Business
The $1 billion deal will strengthen Kobelco's global construction equipment portfolio.
Kobelco to Acquire 70% Stake in CNH Construction Business
The $1 billion deal will strengthen Kobelco's global construction equipment portfolio.
Escorts Kubota to Hike Tractor Prices from November 2026
Rising input costs drive price increases across Kubota, Farmtrac and Powertrac tractors.
The Titans of Equipment
Celebrating the leaders shaping India’s construction equipment industry and driving its next chapter of growth.
Volvo CE Appoints Que Mekong as Cambodia Dealer
The partnership aims to improve equipment availability, customer service and machine uptime amid growing infrastructure investment.
The New Machine Age
India’s construction equipment industry is entering a new machine age—smarter, cleaner, more connected and increasingly engineered around productivity. As technology, electrification and localisation accelerate, the machines building India are being fundamentally reimagined.
From Backup to Building Resilience
As buildings become smarter, more connected and energy-intensive, gensets are evolving from emergency backup systems into critical components of overall power resilience. Developers and consultants are now integrating them with UPS, renewables, energy storage and intelligent load management to ensure reliable, efficient and future-ready power.
Building Roads for a Changing Climate
Building Roads for a India’s road infrastructure is facing a new test as extreme weather, resource constraints and sustainability demands reshape conventional design and construction practices.Climate
The Confidence Roadmap
India’s roads and highways sector has mastered scale. The next challenge is creating an ecosystem where contracts are fair, risks are shared, projects are better prepared, technology is predictive and capital can invest with confidence.
Rethinking Tyre Performance for Mining & Road CE
Rethinking Tyre Performance for Mining & Road CE
Liebherr Electric Crawler Crane Supports Dutch Lock Upgrade
Battery-powered LR 1130.1 unplugged crane enables low-emission sheet pile installation.
MISSION 2030
Can India build the world’s next construction equipment powerhouse?
Global Industrial Opportunity Behind India’s CE Boom
India’s construction equipment market is becoming a launchpad for a larger industrial opportunity. RAJESH NATH examines how localisation, technology, global partnerships and exports can help turn domestic scale into lasting international competitiveness.
Building a Transparent Secondary Market
India’s construction equipment ambitions will depend not just on manufacturing more machines, but on keeping them productive through multiple ownership cycles. SAMEER MALHOTRA examines why a transparent secondary market is critical to financing, asset liquidity and export competitiveness.
From Domestic Scale to Global Relevance
India’s construction equipment industry has the scale to look beyond domestic demand, but competing globally will require stronger engineering, suppliers, technology and skills. VG SAKTHIKUMAR outlines the capabilities needed to make export readiness a core part of India’s CE journey.
Improving Equipment Reliability
From excavators, wheel loaders and haul trucks to crushers, conveyors, bulk material handling systems and hydraulic equipment, lubrication plays a critical role in keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently, writes GREG SAVERNIK.
Redefining Productivity on the Jobsite
Construction equipment productivity is no longer defined by power and capacity alone. ROHIT PUNJABI explores how digitalisation, intelligent automation and electrification are reshaping equipment performance and the way infrastructure will be built.
The New Productivity Equation
India’s construction equipment industry has built scale; the next challenge is to build intelligence into that scale. SP RAJAN explores how digitalisation, data, AI, localisation and skills could reshape equipment productivity by 2030.
From Momentum to Muscle
India’s construction equipment industry is turning strong domestic demand into deeper manufacturing and export capabilities. AKSHAY AGARWAL examines the trends shaping this transition and India’s prospects in the global equipment market.
India’s Next Advantage: Trust
India has built the scale to become a major construction equipment manufacturing base. ATASI DAS argues that quality, localisation, exports, technology, skills and sustainability will determine whether that ambition translates into global trust.
From Localisation to Global Competitiveness
India’s construction equipment industry has the scale, talent and market opportunity to emerge as a global manufacturing force. The next leap, however, will depend on how effectively the industry strengthens localisation, manufacturing excellence, technology, supply chains and skills. SANJEEV BAJAJ outlines why these capabilities will be critical to making India a trusted global source of construction equipment by 2030
Connecting Machines to Productivity
Construction equipment is becoming part of a wider digital construction ecosystem. RATAN LAL KASHYAP explores how connected equipment, BIM, IoT, AI and ERP integration can turn machine data into better productivity and project decisions
From Machines to Intelligence: Building India's 2030 Equipment Powerhouse
By: Gurman Reen, Sales Director, Customer Solutions Division, Caterpillar India
From Manufacturing Scale to Global Innovation
India’s construction equipment ecosystem is entering a new phase, where manufacturing scale must be matched by deeper capabilities in technology, sustainability and product development. RATNESH SINHA explores how integrated manufacturing, R&D, sustainable practices and global market access can help India emerge as a globally relevant hub for construction equipment innovation and engineering.
Building Equipment that Travels
India’s construction equipment industry is moving from localisation towards globally competitive manufacturing. DHEERAJ PANDA looks at how engineering, exports, digitalisation, sustainability and skills can help India evolve from a major market into a global equipment base.
Building India’s Global Manufacturing Edge
As India’s construction equipment industry looks to strengthen its global footprint, manufacturing excellence, deeper localisation and technology adoption will be critical to sustaining competitiveness. HITESH AGARWAL outlines how automation, digitalisation, quality and supplier development can help transform India into a trusted global manufacturing hub
From ‘Make in India’ to ‘Make for the World’
India’s ambition to become a global construction equipment manufacturing hub will depend on more than production scale. NEERAJ KULKARNI examines how manufacturing excellence, advanced technologies, quality and deeper localisation can help Indian industry compete in global markets.
Protecting the World's Largest Fleet
What every hydraulic system is quietly up against
How Collaborative Intelligence Is Shaping the Future
Intelligent machines are meant to assess risk, interpret operating conditions, prioritise actions, and balance safety, productivity, and efficiency, write KAMAL DEEP SETHI.
Radialisation is becoming increasingly important: Amit Tolani, CEAT
Amit Tolani, CEO, CEAT Specialty
If you don’t measure, there is no sustainability report
- Gopi Krishna More, Managing Director, TORSA Machines
It’s the fastest-growing segment among all excavators
- Siddharth Chaturvedi, GM – Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery
The equipment has to be self-sufficient in most ways
- Sanjeev Bajaj, Chief Officer, Construction Equipment Business Division, Escorts Kubota Limited
We are investing in India to build solutions for the world
Amar S, Global Product Leader – Compressors & Vacuum, ELGi Equipments
We want to offer solutions beyond the product itself
Gurman Reen, Director Sales India - Construction Industries, Caterpillar
The technology gap between Western and Indian equipment has narrowed
- Manish Mathur, CEO – Cranes, ACE
“If you don’t measure, there is no sustainability report.”
An Exclusive Interview with Gopi Krishna More, Managing Director, TORSA Machines
“It’s the fastest-growing segment among all excavators”
An Exclusive Interview with Siddharth Chaturvedi, GM – Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery
Sinoboom launches collision avoidance system for scissor lifts
CARS uses multiple sensors to detect overhead obstacles and restrict lift movement
BGI Opens Aerospace Facility, Targets Rs 500 Crore Revenue by 2029
Bevel Gears India inaugurates Bengaluru unit for aerospace and defence gearing
$1.2 Billion Bet!
Can a $1.2-billion government incentive scheme catalyse $1.8 billion in fresh investment, reduce import dependence and build India into a global manufacturing hub for construction equipment?
Under Pressure
Higher loads, longer operating hours and tougher applications are putting new demands on off-road tyres.
Engineering Safety into Every Lift
Human error, overloading, poor visibility and unsafe equipment operation continue to be among the leading causes of lifting incidents, write MANISH MATHUR.
Technology: The New Risk Shield
As infrastructure projects grow larger, more complex and capital-intensive, technology is emerging as a critical tool to identify risks early, improve project visibility and protect returns across the asset lifecycle
Wheeled CE Faces a Soft May as Broader Auto Retail Stays Resilient
FADA’s May 2026 retail data points to a sharp correction in wheeled construction equipment, even as tractors, commercial vehicles and passenger vehicles registered healthy growth.
Building Roads for a Changing Climate
India’s road infrastructure is facing a new test as extreme weather, resource constraints and sustainability demands reshape conventional design and construction practices.
The Confidence Roadmap
India’s roads and highways sector has mastered scale. The next challenge is creating an ecosystem where contracts are fair, risks are shared, projects are better prepared, technology is predictive and capital can invest with confidence.
CE Industry: The Productivity Race
India’s construction equipment industry is entering a new phase where productivity, technology and lifecycle efficiency are becoming critical to staying competitive
Our priorities will focus on strengthening local manufacturing
Seshan Iyer, President Bearings & Industrial Solutions, Schaeffler India
Our focus will be on strengthening our presence in India
Joydeep Baksi, Associate Vice President, HD Construction Equipment India
Connected machines will shape the future
Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Conmat Heavy Industries
Connected machines will shape the future
Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Conmat Heavy Industries
India is moving beyond a growth market
Bhupinder Singh, President – IMEA, Messe München and CEO, Messe Muenchen India
BKT Unveils Immersive Tyre Installation at Mumbai Airport
Airport activation highlights BKT’s expansion into broader mobility markets
Built to Outlast: The Real Measure of Lubrication Performance
In heavy equipment, the true value of a lubricant is measured not by its price, but by how long it keeps machines running.
We see an immediate surge in demand for 100% electric equipment
Manish Kulkarni, Managing Director, Manitou South Asia, discusses the company’s product strategy and its alignment with India’s decarbonisation goals.
The New Road Race
From intelligent compaction to connected paving, India’s highway sector looks beyond kilometres per day
MSP Steel: Values That Power Sustainable Growth
In today’s highly competitive industrial landscape, long-term success is defined not only by the quality of products a company delivers but also by the values that shape its culture and relationships. At MSP Steel & Power, the foundation of growth has always been built on four core principles—Integrity, Innovation, Teamwork, and Excellence.
The Road to Excellence!
From engineering excellence and next-generation equipment to integrated mobility and quality materials, the RAHSTA Awards reflected how India’s road sector is evolving from rapid expansion to creating long-term value.
Mitigating M2M Collision Risks in Underground Mining
Machine-to-machine collisions in underground mines can have devastating consequences for worker safety, equipment availability and productivity. HARSHVARDHAN SINGH explores the factors contributing to these incidents and outlines practical strategies for preventing them.
Engineering Safety into Every Lift
Manish Mathur, CEO – Cranes, Action Construction Equipment
TrucksUp Celebrates Truck Drivers’ Role in India’s Growth
Initiative highlights driver welfare, digital support and logistics empowerment
Smiley Monroe Invests Rs 6 Crore in Hosur Facility Expansion
New India facility to boost production capacity and regional support
Second TBM Starts Work on India’s First Undersea Rail Tunnel
Machine begins excavation beneath Thane Creek for bullet train project
Liebherr Launches LMC 80 Soil Mixing Cutter
New cutter soil mixer offers low-noise ground improvement
The Risk of Negative Bids
Aggressive undercutting, intensified competition and declining project flow are raising concerns over quality, sustainability and contractor viability in the highways sector.
Build Better, Not Cheaper
Aggressive underbidding and rising costs are pushing India’s road sector towards unsustainable growth. The industry must focus on innovation-led execution, not just cheaper contracts, says ABHIJIT SOM.
Road to Viksit Bharat
Key insights on quality, safety and sustainability from the RAHSTA 2026 Roundtable.
India is one of the most promising underground infra markets globally
Barad Sharma, CEO, Amberg Engineering, discusses the future of underground construction, digital engineering, and sustainable infrastructure development.
Handling Success
Efficient material handling is no longer just a support function—it is a key driver of productivity, safety and profitability. From smarter planning to the right equipment, every movement onsite can make a measurable difference.
The Road to 2047
As India builds the highways of tomorrow, advanced road construction equipment is emerging as the driving force behind faster execution, superior quality and sustainable infrastructure.
Construction equipment will connect digital and real worlds
Masamitsu Ishikawa, Senior Manager, Komatsu India, discusses the role of road construction equipment in transforming the country’s road and highway network.
We are powering the shift to cleaner energy
Jameson Mendonca, Power Generation Business Leader at Cummins India, shares insights on how IoT-enabled gensets, hybrid power systems, and sustainable technologies are transforming energy reliability for India’s construction and infrastructure projects
Execution speed, not funding, will decide infra success
Guido Azzolin, CEO, MB Crusher, shares his views on how decentralised material processing, equipment versatility and recycling can improve productivity and reduce project costs.
New Holland Launches HD & XHD Rotavator Series
New rotavators boost soil preparation, productivity, and durability.
ICEMA Discusses Sector Growth with Union Ministers
Talks focus on infrastructure expansion and equipment utilisation
ELGi Showcases Energy-Efficient Air Solutions at INTEC
ELGi highlights intelligent compressed air technologies at INTEC 2026.
AGGCON Hosts Session on Business Transformation
Industry leaders discuss transformation, innovation and growth strategies
SHM Launches 29-m Aluminium Passenger Craft at Its Mumbai Yard
Ocean Crewzer 8 was designed and built in-house, meeting current marine operational and safety requirements
The Operator's Guide to Hydraulic Excellence
By Vasanth Thangavelu, General Manager - Brand Marketing South AP, ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt. Ltd.
The market is shifting to lifecycle value
Siddharth Chaturvedi, General Manager, Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery, discusses evolving customer expectations, fuel efficiency, connected excavators, and the technologies reshaping India’s hydraulic excavator market.
India Moves Higher
India’s infrastructure expansion is driving demand for advanced crane solutions. From metros and refineries to renewable energy projects, cranes are becoming essential for faster execution, safer operations and precision-led construction.
Vertical Moves
Efficient material handling is helping high-rise projects overcome space, safety and logistics challenges, ensuring faster, smarter and seamless vertical construction.
Road to Viksit Bharat
Key insights on quality, safety and sustainability from the RAHSTA 2026 Roundtable.
Fuel efficiency is now a buying benchmark
PN Krishnakumar, CEO, XCMG India, discusses the trends reshaping India’s hydraulic excavator market, from fuel efficiency and telematics to rental-driven demand and sustainable machine technologies.
We are powering the shift to cleaner energy
Jameson Mendonca, Power Generation Business Leader at Cummins India, shares insights on how IoT-enabled gensets, hybrid power systems, and sustainable technologies are transforming energy reliability for India’s construction and infrastructure projects.
Build Better, Not Cheaper
Aggressive underbidding and rising costs are pushing India’s road sector towards unsustainable growth. The industry must focus on innovation-led execution, not just cheaper contracts, says ABHIJIT SOM.
Accelerating Tunnel Development at Teesta Stage-VI
Trials with BEL MX80 emulsion explosives enhanced tunnel advance rates and significantly reduced post-blast fume clearance time at the Teesta Stage-VI hydropower project.
Rental market is expected to grow Rs 42,000 cr by 2030
Col (Retd) Shaishav Srivastava, CEO, Synfra, explains the market gaps, technology challenges, operator ecosystem, financing opportunities and the future of equipment rentals in India.
Second TBM Lowered for Mumbai Tunnel Project
13.6-metre cutterhead installed at Sawli for tunnel works
Bridgestone Expands Farm Tyre Range
New VT-TRACTOR XXL tyres support high-horsepower tractors
Afcons Lowers Giant TBM Cutter Head at Vikhroli
Afcons completes major TBM milestone for bullet train corridor
L&T Dispatches 300 MT Vessel From Jubail Facility
The vessel is among the largest dispatched by the HWPV facility
CNH India Rolls Out 800,000th Tractor from Greater Noida Facility
Greater Noida facility achieves major tractor production milestone
Terex Launches TRAC Vibration Analysis System for Screening Equipment
TRAC is a vibration analysis system that provides insight into the performance, condition and long?term integrity of screening equipment.
Gainwell Group Launches InfraServe Global
The company manufactures, services and distributes products like asphalt and concrete batching plants, road maintenance equipment
Can CE Industry Keep Pace?
As global conflicts drive up fuel, steel and freight costs, the CE industry faces mounting financial pressure. Can OEMs, contractors and rental firms adapt swiftly enough to sustain growth?
Beyond Deployment: Managing Regulatory Risks in IEs
Regulatory risks often emerge after deployment, shaping how industrial equipment businesses scale and operate, write HIMANSHU OJHA and SUPRATIM GUHA.
Hydraulic Excavators Market to Reach $81.7 Bn by 2033
Electrification remains a key trend, with manufacturers introducing hybrid and fully electric models to meet evolving emission standards.
We are bullish on the next five years
Laxmi Shukla, Asst. Vice President – Earthmoving Equipment Division, Action Construction Equipment, speaks on the outlook for the Indian backhoe loader market, and India’s potential as a global export hub.
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