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Revolutionising the Indian Construction Industry
Revolutionising the Indian Construction Industry
India’s Road Expansion Fuels Surge in CE Demand
Fueled by rising government spending, rapid urbanisation, technological innovations, and the ‘Make in India’ initiative, the future of the construction equipment industry is promising, brimming with potential and opportunities.
The future of foundation engineering looks promising
Animesh Nandy, Managing Director, Bauer Equipment India
Bridgestone to invest $85 mn in enhancing premium tyre production in India
Bridgestone considers the Indian market to be a growth opportunity
Centre unveils 17 Bihar projects
The Central government has launched 17 key infrastructure projects for Bihar, aiming to boost the State’s overall development and connectivity.
bauma CONEXPO India, CFI join hands
The 2024 exhibition and conferences will present the latest technologies and innovations for construction sites, mining, extraction and processing of raw materials.
Road ahead for CE industry
Driven by increased government spending, rapid urbanisation, technological advancements, and the ‘Make in India’ initiative, the RAHSTA (road) ahead for the CE industry is bright with full of possibilities and opportunities.
Unearthing Potential
Today, mining is a $1 trillion industry, providing materials for everything from the energy sector to the commercial goods market.
RAHSTA to submit policy recommendations to NHAI
RAHSTA to submit policy recommendations to NHAI for improving highways.
Skill Up!
India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce
Integration of technology is becoming increasingly important
Siddharth Chaturvedi, General Manager – Marketing, Tata Hitachi, speaks on the key features and benefits of their backhoe loaders.
Bridging the Skill Gap
India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce.
Financiers are increasingly interested in RE and sustainable projects
During a recent press conference where India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL) signed an MoU with GuarantCo, Padmanabhan Raja Jaishankar, Chairman of IIFCL, spoke about the company’s focus on renewable energy and other infrastructure segments
Earthmovers Surge Ahead
Earthmoving equipment sales soar 21 per cent in FY24, dominating the Indian construction equipment market.
All our equipment sales crossed all previous benchmarks
Rohit Punjabi, Vice President (Excavator Business), LiuGong India, speaks on the company’s sales pattern for earthmoving equipment.
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.
Bridgestone India employees participate in sustainability campaign
They organised a 3-day campaign engaging employees at its Pune and Indore plants.
India allocates Rs 20 mn per km for China border road construction
The Vibrant Village Programme (VVP), which had been approved by the government on February 15, 2023, aimed at improving infrastructure and settlement stability along the border between India and China.
Bridgestone highlights role of telematics and data for fleet management in the MEA region
The event convened industry experts to shed light on vital topics linked to the industry including sustainable practices, digital transformation and the evolving landscape of urban mobility.
Bridgestone India unveils new Dueler All-Terrain 002
Bridgestone India launched the Dueler All-Terrain (A/T) 002 tyre with enhanced grip and stability.
Driving Innovation
OTR tyre innovation is transforming India’s mining and construction industries.
India’s CE market is growing rapidly due to urbanisation
KYB Conmat, one of the leading global concrete equipment manufacturers, produces concrete batching plants, paving machines, pumps, transit mixers, and self-loading mixers. Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, Marketing, KYB Conmat, speaks on the recent innovations and advancements in their product line.
OEMs are preferring radial tyres in the mining segment
Bridgestone India offers premium range of commercial and industrial tyres for all types of terrain and vehicles. Rohit Mathur, Head Strategy, OTR and Communications, Bridgestone India, speaks on the current state of OTR tyre manufacturing industry in India.
Bridgestone India unveils new Dueler All-Terrain 002
New premium tyre for on-road and off-road experience
Building Strong Foundation
The increasing number of construction projects is driving a surge in demand for piling, drilling, and deep foundation equipment.
Driving Efficiency
From powering pneumatic tools to supporting critical tasks like concrete production and road construction, mobile compressors play a pivotal role.
Powering Construction
Air compressors play a crucial role in construction, maintenance, and repair tasks at infrastructure project sites.
Dilip Buildcon JV secures Madhya Pradesh project
Dilip Buildcon, a renowned name in the Indian infrastructure sector, has once again made headlines with its recent achievement. In a joint venture with another prominent player, the company has secured a significant Letter of Award (LOA) for a project valued at Rs 413 crore in Madhya Pradesh
India’s Infrastructure Boom: Air Compressor’s Vital Role
Air compressors are versatile tools that enhance efficiency, safety, and productivity in constructing and maintaining infrastructure, write Ramesh Kumar G.
Booming Demand
Industrial cranes are witnessing a soaring demand as they play a crucial role in various sectors, from construction to logistics, contributing to India's infrastructural growth.
We aim to maintain a steady pace of growth, despite potential disruptions
PV Ramdev, Managing Director, Everest Engineering Equipment
Bridgestone MEA to expand ‘Guarantee Plus’ programme into new markets
To meet evolving customer needs
Changing the future of construction
In construction, machine learning can help project engineers, supervisors, and everyone else involved in a project
Bridgestone India appoints Hiroshi Yoshizane as MD
Bridgestone is a global leader in tyres and rubber
Sustainability and innovation: The key drivers
The construction industry is a major contributor to climate change, so there is a growing demand for eco-friendly construction methods and materials. By combining sustainability and innovation in technology, India can create a world-class infrastructure system that can support its economic growth and social progress, writes VG Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India.
Breathing Life into Projects
Air compressors are essential in the construction, maintenance, and repair work at infrastructure project sites.
Bridgestone Middle East wins Tyre Technology Provider of the Year Award
The company has won the award for the third consecutive year
Beyond the Dust
The market for construction equipment filters is influenced by global economic conditions, as construction activity often correlates with economic growth.
Sustainability and innovation: The key drivers
The construction industry is a major contributor to climate change, so there is a growing demand for eco-friendly construction methods and materials. By combining sustainability and innovation in technology, India can create a world-class infrastructure system that can support its economic growth and social progress, writes VG Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India.
Breathing Life into Projects
Air compressors are essential in the construction, maintenance, and repair work at infrastructure project sites.
Our primary focus is on improving productivity of customers
MT Swamy, Regional Leader - APAC, Infra Business, Kennametal India
LAPP unveils groundbreaking SPE portfolio
Pioneering future-ready industrial connectivity solutions
Bridgestone's Indore plant rolls out 100 millionth tyre
Bridgestone India, part of Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, today announced a remarkable milestone as their Indore plant reaches the historic production of its 100 millionth tyre
Navigating the Road Ahead
The market for sensor pavers is expected to grow at 7-8 per cent CAGR over five years.
Use of Air Compressors in Infra
Electric and diesel-powered screw air compressors have become indispensable tools in the construction and infrastructure industry, providing a reliable compressed air source for various applications, writes Ramesh Kumar G.
We are also growing in the concrete pump segment
KYB Conmat, with over 13 years of experience in the industry, is one of India’s leading manufacturers of concrete equipment and holds a top three position in most segments, including batching plants, paving machines, transit mixers, and self-loading mixers. Kalpesh Soni, Vice President – Marketing, KYB Conmat, speaks on how his company is hearing up for Excon 2023.
Bridgestone's Indore plant rolls out 100 millionth tyre
Bridgestone India currently operates two state-of-the-art plants in India one at Indore and the other at Pune.
Bridgestone’s Pune plant is verified carbon neutral
Bridgestone India’s plant at Chakan in Pune district has been verified as being carbon neutral for the year 2022.
Concrete equipment sector has been quick to embrace advanced tech.â€
Ramesh Babbar, President and Director, Columbia Machine Engineering, speaks on the company’s approach to innovation and technology.
Bridgestone’s Pune plant is verified carbon neutral
Audited and verified as carbon neutral by LRQA
Building the Future
The market for wheel loaders is seeing fresh traction due to the buoyancy in road construction activities. Fresh off take of coal due to a surge in thermal power production is adding to the demand.
The concrete equipment sector has been quick to embrace advanced technologies
Ramesh Babbar, President and Director, Columbia Machine Engineering, speaks on the company’s approach to innovation and technology.
Zinc: Securing a Sustainable Future for Mining Industry
The steel used for the coaches of the Vande Bharat trains has been fortified with zinc.
Govt approves Rs 179.39 bn for UP Capital Investment Projects
The Union government has granted approval for Rs 179.39 billion to be allocated to various capital investment projects under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24 Scheme for the Uttar Pradesh government.
L&T wins contract for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet train project
The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (Bullet Train) project has reached a significant milestone with the awarding of a substantial contract worth Rs 156.97 billion to Larsen & Toubro (L&T) by the National High-Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL).
Modern Demolition
Increased efficiency, increased safety and reduced need for skilled labour are among the many factors that drive the development of autonomous construction equipment.
Connecting Machinery with Efficiency
Essential for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of construction machinery like excavators, loaders, bulldozers, cranes, etc., hydraulic hoses play a crucial role in various equipment.
BICES 2023: Full steam ahead for preparations
BICES will be held on September 20-23, 2023 in China.
Craning for Success
Advancements in technology have propelled the increased usage of tower cranes in tall buildings.
Tower cranes are essential to constructing tall buildings
Mayank Pundir, Country Head, ACE Tower Cranes Division, speaks on how to company ensures that tower cranes meet the safety standards.
Bridgestone highlights positive outlook of EV market in ME
Bridgestone EMIA, one of the global leaders in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, highlighted the significance of electric vehicles as a potential sustainable solution for the automotive sector and indicated the market’s promising future in the Middle East during its participation at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS).
Bridgestone highlights positive outlook of EV market in Middle East
Bridgestone EMIA one of the global leaders in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions highlighted the significance of electric vehicles (EVs)
Gujarat allocates Rs 22.13 bn for 919 km road network expansion
The Gujarat government has approved Rs 22.13 billion for a 919-km-long road covering 94 stretches from small villages to metro cities.
Haryana roads, bridges approved by centre for Rs 8.74 bn
Dushyant Chautala Deputy Chief Minister Haryana announced that 11 roads and as many bridges in the state will be widened and strengthened at a cost of approximately Rs 8.74 billion under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) scheme of the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
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.
Liebherr to showcase 30 exhibits from 7 categories at Conexpo 2023
Liebherr exhibits at Conexpo 2023 from March 14-18 offer visitors the unique opportunity to discover the latest developments from the areas of construction machines, cranes, material handling technology and components.
Rental industry preparing for a bright future
India has nearly $2300 million worth of construction equipment sold every year, out of which 7 to 8 per cent is sold to rental companies, writes Mukesh Sharma of Atlas Copco.
Bringing sustainability to the fore
JCB has continued to make concerted efforts to conserve and optimise the use of energy.
Liebherr to showcase 30 exhibits from 7 categories at Conexpo 2023
Liebherr construction machines on the outdoor grounds at booth F9253, Liebherr components at booth S80821 in the South Hall
Bridgestone India earmarks over Rs 600 cr investment for expansion
Investment aimed at upgrading technologies and capacities at Pune plant
Sustainability and automation will be our focus areas
Dheeraj Panda, COO (Sales, Marketing & Customer Support), Sany Heavy Industry India, speaks on the performance of the company in 2022 and its outlook for 2023
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.
Blume Ventures collaborates with Bridgestone India
The collaboration aims to become a part of the government's Start-up India initiativ
MMRDA to build two new bridges to improve Virar-Palghar connectivity
The development authority has started the procedure to hire a consultant
Crawlers race ahead
Rising demand is boosting the development of new crawler crane launches and features.
The outlook for the mining industry is positive for the next two years
Dheeraj Panda, COO – Sales, Marketing & Customer Support, Sany Heavy Duty India, speaks on the outlook for the mining sector in India, and the company’s major products in mining
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.
Bridgestone's MD Parag Satpute assumes global role
Stefano Sanchini currently VP Region MEA, will assume the role of Managing Director, Bridgestone India.
Mining opportunities!
Government’s thrust on coal mining is expected to significantly impact demand for mining equipment.
Sunil Puri is new MD of CASE Construction
CASE Construction Equipment India, a brand of CNH Industrial, announced the appointment of Sunil Puri as Managing Director, India. He will be responsible for spearheading the operations and expand the brand presence in the region.
L&T ships special construction equipment to BRO for strategic needs
L&T Construction Equipment (LTCEL) has dispatched the first batch of 25 special variant wheel loaders that are suitable for operation in harsh terrains – high altitudes and extreme weather conditions to the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), an organisation engaged in serving strategic requirements of the nation.
Diamond Mowers’ new mulcher for mid-sized excavators
Two new mulching heads designed for mid-sized excavators and tractors were recently rolled out by Diamond Mowers.
L&T ships special construction equipment to BRO for strategic needs
The special wheel loaders operate in temperatures between minus 20 degrees and 50 degrees.
Sunil Puri is new MD of CASE Construction
He will be responsible for spearheading the operations and expand the brand presence in the region.
Truck Safety Matters – Multi Party Campaign
Integrated Transport Centre in Abu Dhabi, Al Masaood, Bridgestone and RoadSafetyUAE teamed up for a multi-party initiative.
Loaded with opportunities
The wheel loader market is estimated to be valued at over $23.74 billion by 2030. It is anticipated to reach a CAGR of over 8.9 per cent during the forecast period from 2022 to 2030.
Lifting up!
The hoist market is expected to grow at a CAGR of up to 7.3 per cent till 2025.
Gadkari inaugurates cold mixer paver and patch-fill machine
Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated a unique first-of-its-kind mobile cold mixer cum paver and patch-fill machine which has been developed indigenously by Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) to repair potholes.
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.
We plan to double our production capacity
ACE, one of the largest construction equipment players in the mobile and tower crane segments in India, showcased its upgraded and new backhoe loader models in different engine horsepower categories at Excon along with award-winning products like a special crane for piling, 360-degree slew pick-n-carry crane, and manlift crane.
Schwing Stetter’s 14 new products
Schwing Stetter India strongly believes in being customer-first. Over the past few years, the company has observed a growing need to become increasingly cost-effective for customers.
Crushing Need: Energy-Efficiency
Environmental and energy-cost issues make it vital for the crusher and screening equipment industry to focus on energy-efficient machines.
Dilip Buildcon emerges as lowest bidder for Rs. 1,589 cr road project
Dilip Buildcon has jumped to Rs.250.50 by 4.17 per cent after the company announced that it is declared as the lowest bidder for Rs 1,589 crore road project by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), based on Hybrid Annuity in the state of Karnataka.
L&T awarded contracts for transportation infra biz
The transportation infrastructure business of Larsen & Toubro has secured various orders from prestigious clients.
Overall, the market scenario in India looks promising
Excon has always been a confluence of construction equipment ecosystem members like equipment and component manufacturers, customers, financiers, equipment dealers and policy makers.
The market scenario in India looks promising
Dheeraj Panda Chief Operating Officer (Sales, Marketing and Customer Support) Sany Heavy Industry India.
Chasing Growth!
Despite rising input costs and transition to CEV stage-IV engines, the CE market is expecting a growth of over 11 per cent in 2022-23.
Infra growth to boost filter demand
The Indian filtration equipment market is expected to grow at a steady pace despite tough market conditions.
We have embraced digital transformation
Customer experience is the most important part of doing business. It involves optimising every customer touchpoint, be it pre-sales, point of sales, or post-sales to always ensure customer satisfaction.
Towering Ahead!
The rapid expansion of the real-estate sector and the emergence of high-end infrastructure projects are driving the demand for tower cranes.
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