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The 20-Tonne Advantage

Why the 20–22 tonne segment is emerging as the industry’s undisputed workhorse.

The Fuel Revolution

Rising fuel costs, tighter emission norms and sustainability goals are pushing India’s construction equipment industry beyond diesel and into a new energy era.

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.

Our focus is on reliable and localised energy storage

Sachin Jain, Head – Strategy, Transformation, Battery and Energy Storage (BES) Business, TKIL Industries, discusses the growing role of battery systems in rail and metro networks, localisation strategies, and the future of sustainable energy storage in India.

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.

Smart Fuel Management for CE Fleets

Contractors are turning to smarter fuel management strategies to control diesel costs and improve equipment productivity.

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.

Atlas Copco Expands Reman Compressor Solutions

RePower Centre enhances lifecycle support for industrial compressors

Epiroc, SANY Partner for Mining Solutions

Partnership to combine equipment, tools and electrification solutions

MANN+HUMMEL Opens Tumkur Innovation Centre

New Karnataka centre strengthens India’s filtration R&D role

Bosch, Brakes India and Wheels India form JV for CV air systems

Partnership to develop advanced electronic air systems for commercial vehicles

BKT Showcases Tyre Innovation at Agritechnica Asia

BKT and Thai partner display advanced solutions for Southeast Asian agriculture

Ammann India Launches CPB36 Concrete Boom Pump

CPB36 Truck Mounted Concrete Boom Pump strengthens Ammann Elba portfolio

Ashok Leyland Launches New 2S Service Centre at Khavda

The 4-bay facility enhances commercial vehicle support in the region

Tata Hitachi Dharwad Plant Wins CII EHS Excellence Award

The facility receives Silver recognition for outstanding Environment, Health & Safety practices

Bridgestone Expands Farm Tyre Range

New VT-TRACTOR XXL tyres support high-horsepower tractors

L&T Dispatches 300 MT Vessel From Jubail Facility

The vessel is among the largest dispatched by the HWPV facility

Kamal Bali Joins CII Quality Body

Volvo Group India MD appointed Co-Chair of CII Institute of Quality

Schaeffler Boosts Research at IISc

New HPC facility to support advanced research at FSID

Hengst Opens Fuel Filter Line in Bengaluru

India team builds new cleanroom assembly line for global supply

Freud Strengthens India Cutting Tools Presence

Bosch Group subsidiary expands focus on woodworking growth

Ammann India Inaugurates Centralised Air Compressor System

New system supports energy efficiency and sustainable manufacturing

CNH India Rolls Out 800,000th Tractor from Greater Noida Facility

Greater Noida facility achieves major tractor production milestone

Vipin Sondhi Joins Daimler Truck Supervisory Board

Auto industry veteran strengthens global governance team

ICEMA Reports Resilient CE Industry Amid Export Surge

Exports rise 31.5% despite slowdown in domestic equipment demand

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.

ICEMA Western Region Discusses Industry Growth

ICEMA Western Region members discuss growth and resilience

Ammann India Hosts Gujarat Engineers at Mehsana Facility

Gujarat engineers visit Ammann India for road technology training

Doppstadt deploys Cat electric power unit

Cat BEPU powers Doppstadt screening application

BITS Pilani opens smart manufacturing centre

New Bengaluru facility focuses on Industry 4.0 technologies

SANY India hosts YBLF and ACMA delegation

Visit highlights manufacturing excellence and industry collaboration

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?

Driving the Build

Powering India’s infrastructure boom, trucks and tippers are evolving with smarter tech, cleaner fuels, and higher efficiency—driving productivity across construction and mining.

Still the Backbone

Even as specialised machines gain ground, backhoe loaders remain central to India’s construction ecosystem, delivering unmatched versatility, cost efficiency, and reliability across diverse projects.

Technology is reshaping modern backhoe loaders

Puneet Vidyarthi, Head of Brand Marketing, CASE Construction Equipment, APAC & India, speaks on the outlook for the Indian backhoe loader market over the next five years.

Air Apparent

From drilling to finishing, compressors are the silent drivers of construction, enabling faster, cleaner, and more efficient project execution.

India is one of the most promising manufacturing destinations in the world

Italian CE exports stay resilient at €3.2 billion, as strong segments offset global uncertainties and uneven market demand

Can India Build the World’s Next CE Hub?

India’s construction equipment sector is moving from import dependence to global manufacturing leadership, driven by localisation and innovation.

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.

Truck Rental Rates Stay Strong Amid Rising Costs

Firm rentals were driven by strong year-end industrial and consumption demand, steady fleet availability, and no major supply disruptions.

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.

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.

Precision in Motion

A deep dive into Power Build's core gear series products – M, C, F, K

Ion Exchange Partners MANN+HUMMEL for Membranes

Collaboration to localise advanced membrane technologies in India

PMGSY-III Extension Strengthens Rural Growth

ICEMA backs PMGSY-III extension till March 2028

BEML Wins Rs 590 Crore Defence Order for Mine Trawls

Defence Ministry awards BEML contract for T-72 and T-90 tank systems

Hengst Opens Fuel Filter Line in Bengaluru

New India-made line to supply domestic and export markets

Conmat Announces Assam Manufacturing Facility

New plant unveiled in presence of Assam Chief Minister

SANY India Wins CII SHE Excellence Award

Chakan facility secures top honour in manufacturing category

HD Hyundai Expands Dealership with Portrucks in Uttar Pradesh

Portrucks joins as authorised partner for material handling solutions

CNH Launches Pond Restoration Drive to Promote Water Conservation and Community Wellbeing

The project aims to rejuvenate the heritage Bhola Rawal Pond

Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Wipro 3D Partner for Additive Manufacturing CoE

MoU signed to boost industry-ready skills in advanced manufacturing

Komaki Opens New EV Battery Plant in Gurugram

New facility will produce 1.2 lakh LiFePO4 batteries annually

CCI Clears Citrus Move to Raise Hitachi Machinery Stake

Citrus gets nod to increase stake and take sole control of HCJI

Rising Costs Keep Truck Rentals Firm in March: Shriram Mobility Bulletin

Tyre prices rise to 10% in April 2026, with manufacturers implementing hikes due to surging crude oil costs

Liquid Power at Work

As India’s infrastructure push gathers pace, advanced lubrication technologies are quietly emerging as critical enablers of equipment efficiency, uptime, and sustainability.

We plan to double our India business over the next five years

Sunil Khanduja, Managing Director, Ingersoll Rand India and the SAARC region, speaks on the company’s strategic roadmap with a focus on sustainability, customer-centric growth, and operational excellence.

The market is shifting from cost to lifecycle value

Aaron Ravenscroft, President and CEO, The Manitowoc Company, speaks on what makes the Potain MCT 105 strategically important for India.

Heavy Lifts, Higher Ambitions

India’s infrastructure boom is driving demand for smarter, stronger lifting solutions. As projects grow in scale and complexity, cranes are evolving into critical enablers of speed, safety and precision.

Operational Excellence Redefined!

Operational excellence in cement is no longer about producing more—it is about producing smarter, cleaner and more reliably, where cost per tonne meets carbon per tonne.

The RELIEF Factor!

As geopolitical tensions disrupt key shipping routes, India’s construction equipment exporters are navigating rising costs and delayed deliveries. The Government’s RELIEF initiative offers timely support—but also highlights the urgent need for stronger supply chain resilience.

A New Era of Cabin Safety in Indian Trucking

As Indian highways evolve, safety is taking centre stage. Global cabin safety standards like ECE R29.03 are redefining how trucks protect drivers while ensuring operational reliability.

Rewriting India’s Road Story

Why the next phase of highway growth will be defined not by kilometres, but by quality, capital and capability.

Construction Equipment Industry Registers 8% YoY Growth in February 2026

The Construction Equipment (CE) industry continues to demonstrate resilience, with a solid 8% year-on-year (YoY) growth in February 2026, reflecting an upward trend in both exports and domestic sales.

ACE and Kato Collaborate for High-End Crane Manufacturing in India

ACE and Kato Works form a joint venture to manufacture advanced cranes.

Beyond the Buzz

Why construction tech still struggles to land

Eicher Trucks and Buses Inaugurates Community Development Centre in Pithampur

The centre is designed to drive sustained social impact across education

Atlas Copco Launches XB Cordless Assembly Tools for Smart Manufacturing

Designed for ease of use, the XB tools are ready to perform from the moment they are unpacked.

CTS Roundtable Charts Tech-Led Roadmap for Construction

CTS Roundtable Maps Technology Roadmap for Construction

Operational Excellence Redefined!

Operational excellence in cement is no longer about producing more—it is about producing smarter, cleaner and more reliably, where cost per tonne meets carbon per tonne.

Sinoboom Showcases Smart Access Tech at CONEXPO 2026

Company unveils energy-efficient technologies and new access equipment range

LGMG Unveils Localised Equipment Range at CONEXPO

Company presents region-specific machinery for North America.

Lingong Group Makes Global Brand Debut at CONEXPO

Unified brand strategy and new equipment unveiled at expo.

Rolling the Future of Infrastructure

Smart OTR tyres are redefining performance, efficiency and sustainability across construction and mining, writes RATNESH SINHA.

Building Resilience Through Innovation

From smart technologies to strategic localisation, innovation is redefining resilience across Indian job sites, writes RAMESH PALAGIRI.

Rented Machines, Real Momentum

As India accelerates its infrastructure push, the equipment rental sector is emerging as a strategic growth engine—driving flexibility, efficiency and financial discipline across projects, writes SATIN SACHDEVA.

India’s Infrastructure Moment!

How digitalisation is transforming construction equipment and project delivery, writes SP RAJAN.

Connected Cylinders, Connected Sites

Smart hydraulic cylinders are transforming construction equipment into connected, data-driven systems that boost uptime, safety and fleet efficiency, writes ABANI KANT SAHU.

From Machines to Intelligent Ecosystems

How digitisation and connected technologies are reshaping construction equipment performance, fleet management, and jobsite efficiency, writes SIDDHARTH CHATURVEDI.

Building Smarter Roads

How intelligent engineering is redefining roadbuilding performance, writes DHEERAJ PANDA.

Drive Under Pressure

Global tariff realignments are pushing equipment manufacturers and component suppliers to rethink sourcing, writes PIERO GUIZZETTI.

Innovation and R&D are central to maintaining our competitive edge

Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Conmat Heavy Industries, speaks on the strategies to navigate global and market disruptions while maintaining competitiveness and supply chain resilience.

SME Magazine Honours India’s Fastest Growing Engineering Companies at NSE

The Smart Manufacturing & Enterprises (SME) Conference & Awards 2026 - held on February 11, 2026 at National Stock Exchange (Mumbai) - highlighted resilience and technology as the cornerstones of India’s next manufacturing growth phase, while honouring India's fastest growing engineering companies.

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