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Zoomlion delivers 200 earthmoving machinery to Australia, Europe
Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology sent off nearly 200 units of earthmoving machinery equipment to Australia and Europe on January 8 from its Earthmoving Machinery Park in the Zoomlion Smart City, signaling a successful start to 2024.
Will QCBS phase out L1 for Infrastructure Procurement?
The limits for QCBS system of procurement have been lifted says Pratap Padode, Founder & President, FIRST Construction Council who has been a strong proponent of the QCBS system of procurement. Read on…
Zoomlion delivers 200 earthmoving machinery to Australia, Europe
Last July, Zoomlion opened the first 4S shop in Brisbane, Australia
How critical equipment helped rescue trapped workers in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse
Manual tools, such as hammers and chisels, became the instruments of choice.
Komatsu connects people through technology
The company had participated in an event by Dholakia Foundation.
VE Commercial Vehicles sells 5194 units in Nov 2023
This is a growth of 5.7 per cent as compared to November 2022.
How critical equipment helped rescue trapped workers in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse
Manual tools, such as hammers and chisels, became the instruments of choice
Ferronordic acquires Volvo CE's largest US dealer
Ferronordic, a Volvo Construction Equipment dealer with 28 locations in Germany and Kazakhstan, is expanding into the U.S. market with its purchase of Rudd Equipment Company.
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.
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.
BKT to showcase state-of-the-art masterpieces at IME
Balkrishna Industries (BKT), the Indian multinational Group and a leading global player in the off-highway tyre market will participate in the 10th edition of the International Mining Exhibition (IME) in Kolkata, organised by the MGMI and TAFCON
Fleet Management and AI!
Asset management helps to maximise the value of equipment over its lifespan by ensuring that it is properly maintained and used efficiently.
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.
Tata Motors, Cummins collab for low- to zero-emissions technologies
Global power leader, Cummins Inc announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Tata Motors (TML) to manufacture a range of low- to zero-emissions technology products in India over the next few years.
CE industry grows by 25% in FY2023
The quick expansion in road and infrastructure development activity across the nation, fuelled by significant governmental expenditure as well as private sector initiatives, is the primary cause of this wise rise in the industry's fortunes.
Cummins, Tata Motors collab to power a cleaner India with low- to zero-emissions technologies
Cummins Inc. and Tata Motors strengthen their 30- year alliance to power a cleaner India with low- to zero-emissions technologies for mobility solutions
Construction equipment ind. grows by 25% in FY2023
Construction equipment industry grows by 25% in FY2023
Coal production rises by 9% in December 2022 to 82.87 MT
India's coal production increased by 9.2 per cent to 82.87 million tonne in December 2022 from 75.87 million tonne recorded during November 2022.
Bridgestone's MD Parag Satpute assumes global role
Bridgestone India, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, announced that its Managing Director, Parag Satpute, will be assuming a new global role in Bridgestone’s Solutions Business and will be stationed in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Adani group to invest Rs 1.7 billion to expand Lucknow airport
In order to increase Lucknow Airport's annual passenger handling capacity from 4 million passengers per year (MPPA) to 39 MPPA the Adani group will invest Rs 1,07,000 million in the airport's expansion.
L&T delivers 3000th indigenous compactor
L&T Construction & Mining Machinery reached a milestone in the supply of indigenous equipment with the successful delivery of the 3000th L&T compactor.
Crawlers race ahead
Rising demand is boosting the development of new crawler crane launches and features.
L&T delivers 3000th indigenous compactor
The roller was handed over to Neelesh Kumar Singh of Anmol Associates
Bridgestone's MD Parag Satpute assumes global role
Stefano Sanchini currently VP Region MEA, will assume the role of Managing Director, Bridgestone India.
World first for Liebherr luffing jib cranes
The cranes started work in November 2020. Back then, the cranes belonging to the fleet of the Kim Soon Lee company were assembled freestanding at a tower height of around 40 metres.
Infra push for mini equipment
According to Arizton’s latest research report, India’s construction equipment market will grow at a CAGR of 8.9 per cent during 2022-2028. Mini excavators hold a decent share in the overall construction equipment industry.
World first for Liebherr luffing jib cranes
Two Liebherr 710 HC-L 32/64 Litronic cranes are working on the construction of the Central Boulevard Towers in Singapore.
Chamarajanagar to set up lithium-ion cells production unit
Chamarajanagar in Karnataka will set up a production unit of Lithium-ion cells and batteries, which will soon power the electric vehicle (EV) revolution across India.
NIP can make CE tick
As per the ICEMA report, the Indian construction equipment (CE) industry has experienced a 23 per cent drop in sales at the end of the third quarter of the current financial year (Q3FY22) compared to Q3FY21.
Use of automation in road construction may increase
Share insights on technological up-gradation that has happened recently or might happen in near future in the construction and engineering business.
There is an increase in demand for underground equipment
Sandeep Mathur, Brand Leader, New Holland CASE Construction Equipment, shares light on technological upgradation happened recently.
Sustainability in logistics
Sustainability within logistics is expected to be taken up on a larger scale, with digitalisation and automation being prime movers of such operations, writes Huseni Vohra of Ocean Insights.
Companies all over the world are turning to digital integration to increase efficiency in the mining process.
In recent years, mining companies have adopted a growing range of digital solutions. Many have mechanised their operations, moved from the physical to the digital realm by adding equipment sensors.
One of the major demand drivers is increase in demand for underground mining equipment
With the mining sector being one of the core industries of the economy, it has witnessed year-to-year growth. In terms of trends, there were positive signs in the manufacturing and mining activity that recorded a higher relative growth performance last year.
Indian construction equipment industry growth slumps in Q3FY22
On the back of slowdown in the construction activity, the Indian CE industry experienced 23% drop in sales at the end of the third quarter of the current financial year (Q3FY22) compared to Q3FY21, as per the ICEMA report.
Daimler Truck increased group sales in 2021
Daimler Truck reports increased group sales of approximately 455.000 units for 2021, 20 % above prior year level (2020: 378.290 units)
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.
What new construction equipment will 2022 bring?
The outlook on India’s construction equipment sector is optimistic since the country’s needs for infrastructure will continue to grow massively.
Christophe Sanchez replaces Martin Schickel as Director General of Liebherr-France
Liebherr-France SAS will have a new commercial director from 1 November 2021. Christophe Sanchez is succeeding Martin Schickel at the helm of the historic Liebherr site in France. Liebherr-France SAS, founded 60 years ago, is responsible, among other things, for the development and production of the group's crawler excavators in Colmar.
Uranium One Holding signs deal to develop lithium deposit in Argentina
Uranium One Holding entered into an agreement with Alpha Lithium Corporation to establish a joint venture to develop the Tolillar lithium deposit in Argentina.
Uranium One Holding signs deal to develop lithium deposit in Argentina
Uranium One Holding entered into an agreement with Alpha Lithium Corporation to establish a joint venture to develop the Tolillar lithium deposit in Argentina.
Christophe Sanchez replaces Martin Schickel as Director General of Liebherr-France
Liebherr-France SAS, founded 60 years ago, is responsible, among other things, for the development and production of the group's crawler excavators in Colmar.
Liebherr 34 K crane at work in Benelux region
The unique architectural landscape of the Dutch port city of Rotterdam laid at its feet: The 34 K, one of Liebherr’s fast-erecting cranes, was in operation at one of the tallest residential towers in Europe this summer, the Zalmhaven I. The De Zalmhaven development project along the Maas in Rotterdam’s Scheepvaartkwartier district is taking shape.
Liebherr crane 34 K at work on tallest building in Benelux region
The fast-erecting crane belonging to the rental fleet of Van der Spek Vianen B.V. proved its flexibility once again
Indian Steel Association welcomes approval of PLI scheme
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme is a scheme aimed at encouraging domestic manufacturing, substituting imports and finally boosting exports.
Indian Steel Association welcomes approval of PLI scheme
The Indian Steel Association welcomes the cabinet approval of PLI Scheme
Six new Grove all-terrain cranes for J&D Pierce
In late November 2020, Scottish steelwork contractor J&D Pierce took delivery of six new Grove all-terrain cranes: two GMK3060L, one GMK4090, two GMK4100L-1 and one GMK5150L model.
Operational visibility & automation central to maritime logistics of future
Sustainability within logistics is expected to be taken up on a larger scale, with digitalisation and automation being prime movers of such operations, writes Huseni Vohra of Ocean Insights.
Daimler, Volvo launch fuel-cell truck partnership
Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group announced the two companies have completed the formation a previously announced fuel-cell joint venture.
Domestic road transportation sector rebounds
The recovery has also been visible across other modes of transportation as well - rail freight traffic and port freight volumes have both reported growth, although the latter at a slower pace than other modes
Six new Grove all-terrain cranes for J&D Pierce
In late November 2020, Scottish steelwork contractor J & D Pierce took delivery of six new Grove all-terrain cranes: two GMK3060L, one GMK4090, two GMK4100L-1 and one GMK5150L model.
Operational visibility & automation central to maritime logistics of future
Sustainability within logistics is expected to be taken up on a larger scale, with digitalisation and automation being prime movers of such operations, writes Huseni Vohra of Ocean Insights.
Versatile trio of Grove all-terrain cranes delivered to German company Neeb
The employees of German company Neeb were happy to receive three new Grove all-terrain cranes during a handover at the Manitowoc factory in Wilhelmshaven in November 2020.
How NIP has set the tracks for growth
Recently during an interaction with the Union Minister of Roads Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari, the Minister reiterated that he was proud to have launched a CNG based equipment model of JCB.
India, Philippines ink pact for supply of Brahmos missiles
Agreement for govt-to-govt deals on military hardware
Versatile trio of Grove all-terrain cranes delivered to Neeb
Versatile trio of Grove all-terrain cranes delivered to Neeb
EPA doubles down on prohibition of emissions defeat devices
Tampering on off- and on-road emissions control systems is illegal and there are hefty fines levied for violations, according to an enforcement alert issued by the EPA in December.
L&T to revolutionise building construction
L&T Construction, the construction arm of the US $ 21 billion technology, engineering & construction conglomerate, Larsen & Toubro, announced having successfully 3D printed a G+1 (Ground plus one) Building with reinforcement for the first time in India.
CE market to pick up in long term
After a 15 per cent drop in construction equipment demand to 83,470 units in 2019, some signs of recovery were visible at the beginning of 2020.
Bauma China Boosts Industry Confidence
The bauma CHINA 2020 held in the midst of Covid-19 crisis attracted 2,867 exhibitors and around 80,000 trade visitors.
Sany India celebrates 15,000 machines milestone in India
Sany India has rolled out its 15,000th machine from the company’s India facility in November.
Indian CE market to regain growth
Samir Bansal of Off-Highway Research writes on the market and sales scenario of Indian construction equipment market.
The long-term growth for construction equipment is intact
India's infrastructure sector is poised to grow significantly with the increasing demand for development of key infrastructure projects.
CE industry: On the road to recovery
The rural economy has also been driving sales of construction equipment. A good monsoon, record agricultural production and huge procurement by the government agencies along with a focus on rural infrastructure are all attributable to increasing rural prosperity.
ELGi North America opens new headquarters
Elgi Equipments announced the opening of its new, expanded North American headquarters, located in Charlotte, NC.
JLG announces sales changes in EMEAIR
JLG Industries, Inc announced the return of Etienne Bourcier to JLG, replacing Walter van Winckel who is retiring in May 2021. Van Winckel joined JLG in January 1997 as Sales Director, playing a crucial role at the start of JLG’s European Operations, based at that time in Uddingston, Scotland.
Mining opportunities and challenges
Ritabrata Ghosh, Associate Head, Corporate Sector Ratings, ICRA writes on the mining scenario in India.
MCE market to witness volume growth in CY2021
Roads and highway projects and rural development to drive growth.
Sany India celebrates 15,000 machines milestone in India
Sany rolled out its 15,000th machine from its India facility
ICRA predicts construction equipment volume growth in CY2021
Central Government projects in roads and rural development will drive demand
ELGi North America opens new headquarters
The new expanded headquarters is located in Charlotte, NC
Tata Motors brings more cheer to the season
Tata Motors has launched the campaign to spread the festive cheer even after Diwali
JLG announces sales changes in EMEAIR
Van Winckel to retire in May, Bourcier returns to JLG
Tata Motors launches ‘Grahak Samvaad 2020
Tata Motors has announced the Grahak Samvaad 2020 from October 23 to 31, 2020. Tata Motors will also be rolling out a nationwide service campaign, the Grahak Seva Mahotsav from November 1 to 30, 2020 and will be celebrating the National Customer Care Day on October 23, 2020.
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.
More than 2,800 exhibitors to participate in bauma CHINA
Despite the challenges due to Covid-19, the show will fill all 17 halls and the outdoor area at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).
Tata Motors launches ‘Grahak Samvaad 2020’
Tata Motors has announced the Grahak Samvaad 2020 from October 23 to 31, 2020.
WOLFFKRAN invests in new location in Elsau, Switzerland
WOLFFKRAN Schweiz AG conducted a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of its new headquarters.
Technology Rules at Alto Maipo Project
For Chile, the Rio Maipo is a stroke of luck to supply the nearby capital Santiago with energy: In the mighty ‘Alto Maipo’ power plant project, the planners are relying on European and - in particular - German technology.
Crushers & Screens: Gaining Momentum?
The growing aggregate requirements in the infrastructure projects and the improving mineral mining activities in the country demand crushers and screens in large numbers. But with some roadblocks pose as challenges in this positive scenario, can the crusher segment gather momentum
Safeguarding the industry
The construction equipment industry is going through a never-seen before sales scenario as the volume witnessed a steep fall of 70 per cent in April-June 2020 quarter, as per the findings of the CRISIL Research.
Govt to auction 5 mineral blocks
The government will auction five mineral blocks in Gujarat and Karnataka having reserves of 667.2 million tonnes.
Rajesh Goel takes over as Director General of NAREDCO
The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) appointed Rajesh Goel as the new Director General of the real estate body which works under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
Rajesh Goel takes over as Director General of NAREDCO
The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) appointed Rajesh Goel as the new Director General of the real estate body which works under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
Cautiously Optimistic
The members of VDMA Construction Equipment are looking at the future with confidence. Industry representatives expect a slight decline in sales of 3-5 per cent this year at an overall stable level.
The long-term growth for construction equipment is intact
India's infrastructure sector is poised to grow significantly with the increasing demand for development of key infrastructure projects.
We expect to see a positive turn in volumes
Tata Motors has been at the forefront of constantly innovating and defining the market with new technologies and categories.
Gaining Momentum
Tipper market is expected to bounce back in the coming years with the demand picking up steadily in road construction and mining.
On revival Path
In spite of the current slowdown, tyre market for off-highway applications is going to revive in the coming years due to an anticipated pick up in infrastructure developments in future.
NORD Drivesystems expands facility in Pune
Nord Drivesystems announced the expansion of its current facility at Hinjewadi, Pune. The expanded facility was inaugurated by Vikram Kumar (IAS), Metropolitan Commissioner, Pune Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (PMRDA).
Managing Complexities in Himalayas
HCC rescued a tunnel boring machine (TBM) stuck in Himalayas, refurbished and put back into operation to construct a head race tunnel for an NTPC hydro power project.
Height of maneuverability
Ceccanti, a Tacoma, Washington-based construction company, needed a crane with superior maneuverability that could handle heavy loads at great heights to assist with the replacement of an old wooden bridge in Ridgefield, Washington.
SDLG showcases latest wheel loader at Philconstruct 2019
SDLG showcased its LG946L wheel loader at Philconstruct 2019, which was held from November 7 to 10 at the World Trade Center in Manila, Philippines.
XIX International Coal Preparation Congress
Representing India's commitment to environment, Coal Preparation Society of India (CPSI) is a non-profit, non-government professional body having members from coal, power, iron and steel sectors and their allied industries.
B&B Attachments to exhibit at ICCX Middle East 2019
B&B Attachments, the leading material handling equipment manufacturer in the UK and Ireland, will exhibit its products and services at International Concrete Conference and Exhibition (ICCX) to be held in Sharjah, UAE.
New technologies to reduce emission
Proper use of construction machinery plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas in construction industry.
Govt to auction 27 coal mines
The Ministry of Coal has begun the process of auction of 27 coal mines and allotment of 15 blocks to public sector undertakings.
Greater Potential
Indian industry has great potential for Germany especially in the areas of manufacturing, infrastructure and energy which are major growth sectors in India.
Banking on Coal Mining
While coal mining and quarrying will drive the growth of mining equipment, other mining segments will see a relatively lower growth demand for mining equipment. Pavethra Ponniah, elaborates more on the market trend.
Sustainable Market for Trucks
Pick up in infrastructure spending and construction activity, especially in roads and highways, irrigation and affordable housing segment, will continue to support demand for construction trucks.
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