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.

Indian CE Industry FY26: Demonstrating Resilience

Exports surge 31.5 per cent, infrastructure execution slowdown led to 7 per cent degrowth in the domestic demand.

Bridgestone Expands Farm Tyre Range

New VT-TRACTOR XXL tyres support high-horsepower tractors

CE Industry Sustains Strong Momentum in Feb 2026

The consistency of expansion across segments highlights a well-distributed demand environment, rather than growth being concentrated in a few pockets.

ABB India Posts Resilient Q2 CY2025 Results

The company attributed the short-term dip to cyclical corrections in the market and the timing of large deals in Electrification and Motion segments.

Cummins Reports Strong Fourth Quarter

Total Sales for the quarter at Rs 3,041 crore

Bridging Borders

The optimism expressed by the panellists suggests that Indo-German collaboration is not only beneficial for both countries but also sets a powerful example for global partnerships.

Construction costs rise 11% in 2024, driven by labour expenses

The cost of construction in India increased by 11 per cent over the past year, primarily driven by a 25 per cent rise in labour expenses, according to Colliers India.

India’s Road Network Boom

India has doubled its road network in the past decade, boosting connectivity and attracting significant interest from infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs).

Earthmovers Surge Ahead

Earthmoving equipment sales soar 21 per cent in FY24, dominating the Indian construction equipment market.

CV industry expects turnaround in H2FY25

During FY24, the CV industry faced unexpected challenges, resulting in muted volume growth of 0.7 per cent.

ICRA predicts 4-6% growth in FY25 tyre sales

ICRA stated that domestic tyre sale volumes are expected to experience a moderate growth of four to six per cent in this fiscal year, following an estimated pace of six to eight per cent in the previous financial year.

JK Tyre inaugurates 92nd brand shop in India for trucks

Indian tyre industry major and market leader in the radial tyre segment, JK Tyre & Industries inaugurated its 22nd brand shop in Tamil Nadu thereby further expanding their last mile presence in the country. T

JK Tyre expands retail presence

The company opens new Truck Wheels Centre in Panvel, Maharashtra.

JK Tyre inaugurates 92nd brand shop in India for trucks

Indian tyre industry major and market leader in the radial tyre segment, JK Tyre & Industries inaugurated its 22nd brand shop in Tamil Nadu thereby further expanding their last mile presence in the country.

JK Tyre inaugurates 92nd Brand Shop in India for trucks

Sets up one-stop solution for Commercial Vehicles (CV) in Thuraiyur, Tiruchirappalli

JCB aims to cut carbon footprint with fuel efficiency plan

Deepak Shetty, CEO & Managing Director, JCB India

Vision 2030 Drives Growth

The compaction equipment industry in India has witnessed significant technological advancements in recent years. Manufacturers are integrating advanced features, such as GPS technology and telematics, into their machines to enhance precision and efficiency.

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.

No Bumps in the Road

India has been investing significantly in infrastructure development, including the construction of roads, highways, and expressways. This investment has driven the demand for road construction equipment.

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.

US CE rental sales to rise 12.5% in 2022

The American Rental Association (ARA) forecasts significant growth for equipment rental revenue in the United States this year despite economic indicators being described as mixed and uncertain.

Demand for locally-manufactured bearings has been rising

Sujeeth Pai, Director, Industrial Business, SKF India, speaks on the company’s approach to innovation and product development.

Liebherr: 2022 business year with new record turnover

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

The Rise of Equipment Rental

The equipment rental market in India is expected to continue its growth trajectory in the coming years, driven by factors such as increasing infrastructure development, rising construction activities, and growing demand for advanced equipment and machinery.

Infra demand boosting rental market

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

Escorts Kubota's Q3 standalone profit doubled to Rs 186.4 cr

Revenue from operations was at Rs 2,263.7 crore in quarter ended December 2022 as against Rs 1,971.5 crore in corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal.

Creating Compact Foundations

The upward trend of mechanisation in the construction and road-building industries is expected to drive the compaction equipment market in India.

We will focus on CE for road and retail segments

Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director at Volvo CE India, speaks on their past experience at bauma CONEXPO India.

The demand for high-capacity equipment is increasing day by day

Amit Banerjee, Chairman and Managing Director, BEML, shares the outlook for the Indian mining industry, and the sectors that will drive the demand in the mining sector.

Escorts Kubota Q2 standalone net profit at Rs 87.7 cr

Q2 standalone profit before exceptional items and tax at Rs 191.5 cr.

Smooth road ahead!

Roads and highways sector is considered to be the most vibrant infrastructure segment where a lot of activities ongoing consistently for a long time.

JK Tyre drives into India’s highest motorable region with Total Control

Expands its nationwide presence by opening its first Steel Wheels showroom in Ladakh UT

Construction equipment industry in difficult waters!

As recently as February, incoming orders in the construction machinery industry had manufacturers with production facilities in Germany looking ahead to 2022 with the hope that single-digit sales growth of 7 percent could be achieved if the situation on the supplier side improved.

Escorts Kubota Q1 profit at Rs 147.5 cr

Escorts Kubota reported a net profit of Rs 147.5 crore in the quarter ended June 30, 2022, as against a profit of Rs 185.2 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal.

Heading towards a new high!

After two years of lull, the excavator market should grow again and reach 25,000 units in 2022.

Auto component sector sees record turnover of Rs 4.2 trillion in FY22: ACMA

Indian auto components industry clocked its highest-ever turnover of Rs 4.2 trillion in 2021-22, registering a growth of 23 per cent on the back of strong performance in exports

Trailer Maintenance Tips

To get the most from trailers, Troy Geisler of Talbert Manufacturing and Lloyd Hair of Keen Transport provide some tips to prevent costly damage and keep trailers in top shape.

Escorts Kubota Q1 profit at Rs 147.5 cr

Construction equipment volumes up by 59.4% at 966 units

Construction equipment industry in difficult waters!

Some companies are on short-time work because of a lack of material and preliminary products.

Truck Safety Matters – Multi Party Campaign

Integrated Transport Centre in Abu Dhabi, Al Masaood, Bridgestone and RoadSafetyUAE teamed up for a multi-party initiative.

JK Tyre expands retail network in Tamil Nadu

Indian tyre industry major and the market leader in the truck bus radial segment, JK Tyre & Industries, inaugurated a new JK Tyre truck wheel centre in Pattanur, Tamil Nadu.

Elgi Equipments' March 2022 net sales at Rs 727.61 cr

Consolidated sales for the fourth quarter was Rs 728 crore as against Rs 611 crore in the corresponding quarter in 2020-21.

Elgi Equipments revenue up 31%

Manufacturer of air compressors, Elgi Equipments, said it will take steps to keep costs under control as inflation, war, and political unrest in some geographies threaten to affect demand and margins.

Indian auto component industry likely to grow 8-10% in FY23

According to rating agency Icra, the Indian auto component industry might have 8% to 10% growth in Financial Year (FY) 2023, due to the easing of supply-chain issues along with commodity inflation in the next half of the year.

Escorts Q3 standalone profit up 14 per cent

Escorts reported standalone quarterly profit of Rs 201.5 crore in quarter ended December 2021 up by 14 per cent as against a profit of Rs 176.7 crore in sequential quarter and down by 28.2 per cent as against a profit of Rs 280.7 crore in the corresponding quarter.

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.

Goodyear India revenue up 18%

Third quarter profit after tax of Rs 19 crore, down from third quarter last year of 49 crore on higher commodity prices

Icra slashes growth forecast for auto components industry to 17-20 pc for FY22

According to Icra, the components industry is now expected to grow at 17-20 per cent in 2021-22, partly aided by "the low base of last year and commodity passthrough" besides growth driven by domestic OEM, replacement and export volumes.

Escorts Q1 results FY22: Net profit at 185.2 cr

Tractor manufacturing major Escorts recorded a two-fold jump in net profit during the quarter ended June 2021. The firm posted a 101 per cent increase in standalone net profit at Rs 185.2 crore against Rs 92.2 crore in the previous year.

Escorts Q1 results FY22: Net profit at 185.2 cr

Tractor manufacturing major Escorts recorded a two-fold jump in net profit during the quarter ended June 2021.

Larsen and Toubro achieved consolidated revenues of Rs 29,335 crore

Larsen and Toubro achieved consolidated revenues of Rs 29,335 crore for the quarter ended 30 June 2021, registering a y-o-y growth of 38 per cent, attributed to healthy execution of projects despite the second wave of Covid-19 affecting operations at many locations.

SKF declares financial results for Q1 FY22

The Board of Directors of SKF India, India’s leading technology and solutions provider of bearings and units, seals, lubrication, condition monitoring and services, approved the unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2021.

Larsen and Toubro achieved consolidated revenues of Rs 29,335 crore

Larsen and Toubro achieved consolidated revenues of Rs 29,335 crore for the quarter

SKF India declares its financial results for Q1 FY22

The revenue from operations of the Company for the period was at Rs 6935.3 million as compared to Rs 3012.4 million in the previous year.

Towards ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’: BEML adds new products

BEML has introduced a range of mining and defence equipment developed indigenously and opened new Industrial Design Centre.

BEML launches new indigenous products

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launched BEML’s indigenously designed and developed products

Setting New Benchmark

Growth in warehousing and logistics sector is picking up with the introduction of GST and infrastructure status to logistics. In this scenario, the warehousing and material handling equipment players are gearing up to meet the emerging demand for advanced equipment.

Innovations from the world of compaction

HAMM is showing itself to be as innovative as ever at bauma 2019. The manufacturer is presenting innovations in all product segments, including a few world premieres.

BKT debuts its biggest agri radial tyre at SIMA

At SIMA 2019, the Paris International Agribusiness Show, BKT exhibited the new size of AGRIMAX FORCE, IF 750/75 R 46, as world preview. Having a diameter of not less than 2.30 m, it is the biggest radial agriculture tyre that BKT has ever produced.

BKT debuts its biggest agri radial tyre at SIMA

At SIMA 2019, the Paris International Agribusiness Show, BKT exhibited the new size of AGRIMAX FORCE, IF 750/75 R 46, as world preview.

New Growth Avenues

Warehousing segment in India is evolving fast and is moving towards palletised loads which can be stored at heights.

Indian CE Market: AN Overview

Strong domestic demand generated by ongoing infrastructure development projects resulted in the construction equipment market rising to an all-time high of 72,197 units in 2011.

AWPs: Safe working at heights

There is always risk involved in working at heights. Introduction of aerial work platforms has made it easy for workers perform well without any risk of falling, leading to timely completion of the work with higher productivity.

Puncture-proof Tyres for Severe-Duty Applications

Tyres are the only connect between the vehicle and the terrain hence ensuring that tyres are reliable, safe, performance worthy any time and every time, is critical specially for severe duty applications such as construction, industrial plant, mining, recycling, scrap handling etc.

Tyres for transport operations

BKT has introduced new product portfolio for transport operations that is suitable for both road use and combined use on the road and in the fields. Developed to reduce soil compaction, if necessary, these tyres are able to carry heavy loads, even at high speeds.

BKT unveils Agrimax V-Flecto

The new Agrimax V-Flecto was presented as a world premier at SIMA 2017 in Paris by BKT. Less soil compaction, reduced operating costs, higher load capacity, and no need to purchase

BKT unveils Agrimax V-Flecto

The new Agrimax V-Flecto was presented as a world premier at SIMA 2017 in Paris by BKT. Less soil compaction, reduced operating costs, higher load capacity, and no need to purchase specific rims, nor to change the inflation pressure between working in the fields and road travel are just some of the features of the new range. BKT showcased the new tyre fitted onto the huge tractor made of 1,500 kg of Plexiglas.

Indian customers are gradually becoming safety conscious

Aerial Work Platforms (AWPs) can make a difference in a company?s day to day operation. There is a broad spectrum of models with a variety of lift heights suitable for almost any work requirement.

Special Tyres for Sprayers

Standing heavy loads while being delicate on terrain and crops; reducing soil compaction and increasing driving comfort. These are the distinctive features of the special BKT tyres for sprayers.

Puncture-proof Tyres

Trident offers solid/semi-solid industrial tyres and PU foam filling tyres that make tyres 100 per cent puncture-proof. Industrial and construction equipment such as aerial work platforms, tyres and PUetc, are normally fitted with pneumatic tyres.

Setting New Standards

SAMIL aims to capture a large share in the market as the government has allotted huge amount towards construction of new highways and road network all over the country.

We procure new and used equipment depends on the scope of utilisation

Simplex Infrastructures is one of the largest infrastructure solutions providers in India and the Middle East having presence in across eight first growing industry verticals.Samar Ghoshdastidar, Technical Director, Simplex Infrastructures, provides an in-depth overview on the company?s equipment procurement procedures.

Puncture-proof Tyres

Trident International specialises in the development of specialty tyres and specific tyre solutions for extreme duty applications. Industrial and construction equipment such as aerial work platforms

Is the money flowing again?

Tricky times call for strong strategies but the long term prospects are bright for financiers with staying capacity, finds Charu Bahri. Demand for construction equipment finance has been down for the last few years.

Portable Energy Solutions

High power deficit coupled with significant economic growth potential will drive the growth of portable power market. Portable energy solution plays a major role in verticals such as construction, mining, exploration and oil and gas.

Mining, Construction to Lead Growth of Tyres

The current market for mining and construction is growing and with the initiatives taken by the new government, it is poised to gain momentum in the coming years. Continental India foresees this as a key growth enabler for tyre industry.

Credit demand may pick up in the second half of FY 2015-16

In July 2014, the current government presented its first budget which was predominantly growth-oriented. The announcements made in the budget represented measures to tame inflation and provide a boost to investments in manufacturing and infrastructure sector.

CE Sector to Grow

Among the major global markets for construction equipment, the demand of construction equipment in China suffered a steep decline after peaking in 2011. This trend continued in 2014; however, future demand forecast is expected to be stable.

Efficient and seamless rail and sea network is a must

Inflation control actions, excise duty reduction and sustainable capital funding plan will help the infrastructural sector to grow which will help LiuGong?s Indian operations positively, says Sanjay Wadnerkar, Vice President, LiuGong India.

Make in India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched an ambitious campaign ?Make in India?, which aims to turn the country into a global manufacturing hub. The campaign projects India as an investment destination and develop, promote and market India as a leading manufacturing destination and as a hub for design and information.

Government should encourage young and small entrepreneurs

We are a service-oriented company with sales, services and overhauling of various engines, transmissions, cranes and other heavy equipment. We are pioneers in sourcing hard-to-get parts and provide solutions to various issues pertaining to their machines.

Rural India?s steady contribution is a robust signal of the revival

India remains a focus area for us and systematic investment will be made in future as per the requirements of the market, says Abhijit Gupta, Managing Director, Case New Holland Construction Equipment (India).

CE industry is to grow in the long term at a CAGR of 17.5%

The construction equipment (CE) market in India will be driven by increased activity levels in every sector as there are massive infrastructure gaps yet to be bridged, says Samir Bansal, General Manager, India, Off-Highway Research.

We are at the forefront of developing new green technologies.

We have invested even in this lean period and have built our capacities for the long period of sustained growth, says Kennady V Kaipally, Country Manager, Mobile & Wind Solutions, Bonfiglioli Transmissions. Excerpts from the interview

Portable Power Solutions

With the global economy opening up, the industry sees a positive impact on the growth of Indian market and the opportunities in export market.

Movers & shakers

Execution is the Driving Mantra

The Union Budget 2014-15 is probably one of those Budgets post-independence, which has been analysed in an environment of high expectation, sub five per cent growth, double digit inflation and extensive knowledge communication through media

8,500 km by March 2015: How Realistic is the Target?

The Union Finance Minister has set a target of 8,500 km of roads to be completed during the current fiscal year, which simply means construction of about 35.5 km of road per day! In the last couple of years,

Tata Motors will continue to develop new products and upgrade its existing ones.

At Tata Motors, we strive to enhance our customers? experience, offering the unmatched benefit of a Tata truck, with best lifecycle cost, longer service runs and enhanced levels of driver comfort, resulting in best-in-class profitability and lowest payback period for operators, says Vinod Sahay, Head (Sales and Marketing), Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors. Excerpts of the interview.

We have the best products, the best services and of course, the best quality

Putzmeister has been in India for more than seven years and we are here to stay. We are committed to India, its people, its future and we are continuously developing new products for our valuable customers

The Rupee Impact

The depreciation of the Indian rupee has had its adverse impact on the manufacturing sector, especially OEMs who import various components. To the extent possible, OEMs are trying to localise production, but that is just a part of it. What the industry is looking is for concrete measures that can bring life back into the economy and trigger growth in a sustainable way.

We are investing heavily in the expansion of our facilities.

Gandhi Automations is dedicated to the quality policy that ensures that its products and services fully meet the requirements of its customers at all times. Both in products and services, we maintain the very best standards. All of our products are certified to ISO standard and services are prompt and effective, says Samir Gandhi

Stalled but Hopeful

In spite of the present slowdown and resultant sluggishness in the CE market, the long- term growth prospects are still intact; and experts view the huge infrastructure deficit as a major growth driver and prudent steps from the government can bring India back on the growth trajectory.

Dozco promises the outmost quality, reliability and timely after sales services

Dozco supplies hydraulic and rock breakers for excavators of any make from 2 tonne to 140 tonne. We also supply Pulverisers, to demolish concrete roofs, building and other geographical structures. Further, Dozco is also focused on the production of various types of chisels, the most important consumable of breakers.

Our equipment are focused on better process management, time and cost saving.

By virtue of our acquisition of GIA AB and MEYCO in 2011 and 2013 subsequently, Atlas Copco is the preferred partner for major construction companies to complement their tunne?lling operations with shotcrete machines, locomotives, ventilation systems, conti?nuous loading machines, pipe-roofing and radial bolting system, grouting equipment.