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Silent Muscle

Steel, the unseen force inside every machine, powers construction equipment with unmatched strength, resilience, and endurance—quietly shaping the world we build.

Smart Roads, Smarter India

India’s highways are evolving with drones, LiDAR, and AI—delivering smarter roads that ensure safety, speed, sustainability, and transparency.

From Local Player to Global Force

India’s construction equipment industry is shifting from domestic focus to becoming a global manufacturing and export powerhouse.

As India pushes ahead with roads, mining, and mega infrastructure, the construction equipment industry stands at an inflection point—where resilience, technology, and collaboration will decide its future.

MHI Compressor Names Shohei Toyota as President and CEO

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor International Corporation (MCO-I), a leader in the design and manufacturing of compressors, steam turbines and associated auxiliaries, has named Shohei Toyota as president and CEO.

Amberg follows a comprehensive ESG strategy

Barad Sharma, CEO, Amberg Engineering, speaks on the key challenges and opportunities the Indian market presents for advanced tunnelling solutions.

We are among the global top 3 in tech adoption

Subramanian Sarma, Deputy Managing Director & President, L&T

Backhoe Boom

India’s backhoe loader market is booming, with sales crossing 53,000 units in FY25.

DCVMI Inaugurates New Manufacturing Plant in Cikarang

Indonesian Plant Will Be Supported by Well-Established Indian Operations Through CKD Kits

Why Renting Beats Buying

Once a symbol of capability, owning heavy equipment is losing its appeal. With rising costs and complex compliance, contractors are increasingly turning to rentals for flexibility, savings, and simplicity.

Trump Tariffs: A Hit or an Opportunity?

When Trump’s tariff war disrupted global trade, India’s construction equipment sector faced challenges—but also seized new export opportunities as global buyers turned away from China and looked toward India

ACE Showcases India’s Engineering Excellence

Action Construction Equipment (ACE), India’s leading material handling and construction equipment manufacturer and market leader in the mobile cranes and tower cranes segment, holds a 63 per cent share in mobile cranes and 60 per cent in tower cranes, driving growth across infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, logistics, defense, and agriculture

Sany Heavy Industry Net Profit Up 31.98%

Net profit attributed to shareholders surged by 31.98 per cent to $0.84 billion.

Small is the New Big!

How mini construction equipment is reshaping India’s infrastructure landscape

Smarter, Greener, Stronger

How cutting-edge technologies, sustainability imperatives, and changing construction demands are reshaping the compressor industry.

Our system offers better stability and reliability

Dr Jairam Varadaraj, Managing Director, Elgi Equipments, shares insights on the significance of ELGi Stabilisor technology.

bauma 2025 Sets the Pace

With around 6,00,000 visitors from more than 200 countries and 3,601 exhibitors from 57 nations, bauma 2025 proved to be a stable foundation and forward-looking platform in turbulent times.

TIL Marks Manufacturing Excellence with 400th Hyster-TIL ReachStacker

This milestone, achieved over 14 years since the first ReachStacker production in 2010

SANY Unveils India’s First Hybrid 100T Mining Truck

New dump truck to enhance fuel efficiency and safety

Electrification Sparks Growth

With a 6.7 per cent growth rate, the market for wheel loaders is expanding rapidly, driven by the demand for sustainable, energy-efficient solutions.

India’s Trucking Transformation

India’s trucking industry is undergoing a major transformation, driven by advancements in technology, larger vehicles, sustainability efforts, and a booming mining and infrastructure sector, shaping the future of dump trucks in the country

Unlocking the Power of North East

India’s North Eastern states, nestled between the Himalayas and the vast trade routes of Southeast Asia, have often remained untapped due to logistical challenges and limited industrial exposure.

Our strategy follows a goal of reaching $2 bn by 2035-36.

Elgi Equipments announced the introduction of its pioneering compressed air stabilisation technology. The company’s Managing Director Dr Jairam Varadaraj shares insights on the products significance along with the company’s future plans.

The export market plays a pivotal role in our growth strategy

Ajay Malik, Head – International Business, Action Construction Equipment (ACE), speaks on the new products the company is showcasing at Bauma 2025.

From Sustainability to Smart Tech

bauma 2025 will have a heavy emphasis on sustainability and digitalisation, which are becoming major priorities for mining, construction and other related industries.

The export market plays a pivotal role in our growth strategy

Ajay Malik, Head – International Business, Action Construction Equipment (ACE), speaks on the new products the company is showcasing at Bauma 2025.

Highlighting the Future of Smart, Sustainable Infra

RAHSTA Expo 2025, Asia’s premier road and highways exhibition, will showcase groundbreaking innovations in road construction, sustainability, and smart technologies, offering a platform for global collaboration in transforming infrastructure.

XCMG to Launch New Energy Series at bauma 2025

Lineup of over 40 construction equipment products

The product, components, and tech meet global standards

Skilling for Emerging Technologies

Telematics and IoT integration allow fleet owners to monitor real-time data from pavers, single drum compactors, and mobile cranes, enabling predictive maintenance and minimising downtime

Raimondi Cranes Plans to Debut New Crane Model at Big 5 Construct Saudi

- New crane model with advanced lifting capacities by the Italian manufacturer

Hindustan Zinc Showcases Large Metal Portfolio at Bharat Mobility

Displays innovative products including, special high-grade zinc, EcoZen, zinc alloys

Gainwell Engineering Unveils Room & Pillar Mining Equipment

These machines have been manufactured at GEPL’s facility at Panagarh

TIL returns to bauma after 8 years!

TIL Limited, a cornerstone in India’s material handling and infrastructure equipment manufacturing sector, made a triumphant return to Bauma ConExpo India under the Gainwell Group banner, marking a significant milestone in its transformation journey.

Caterpillar launches “services commitment” programme

Caterpillar Inc, the world’s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, showcased its world-class products, services, and advanced technologies to help customers build a better, more sustainable world, at the bauma Conexpo India 2024.

Lifting the Skyline

Tower cranes, with their unmatched ability to lift heavy materials to great heights, are playing a critical role in this vertical expansion.

Driving Construction Forward

From bulldozers to dump trucks, diesel engines provide the muscle needed to tackle some of the toughest jobs.

One key strategy has been to localise our products

Chandrasekhar Ventakaraman, Director Commercial – Aggregates, Terex India

We’ve been spearheading the electric revolution in India

Rohit Punjabi, Vice President – Excavator Business, LiuGong India

We see Southeast Asia as a key market

Harsh Vardhan Jain, CEO, Vinni Chemicals

We are a fully “Made in India” company

Rana Das, Associate Vice President – Branded Sales, Mallcom India

TIL Limited Returns to bauma CONEXPO After 8 Years

Gainwell Group banner, marking a significant milestone in its transformation journey

Caterpillar Launches “Services Commitment” programme at bauma ConExpo

Caterpillar is celebrating the 5th anniversary of Cat Financial operations in India

Bridgestone Wins Prince Michael International Road Safety Award

Bridgestone regards road safety as an important priority across the globe

TIL strengthens global partnership

TIL Limited, a cornerstone in India’s material handling and infrastructure equipment manufacturing sector, announces the renewal of its dealer sales and service agreement (DSSA) with Hyster-Yale Asia-Pacific.

LAPP India appoints Sumit Mitra as MD to spearhead growth

LAPP India, a leading provider of cable and connectivity solutions, has appointed Sumit Mitra as Managing Director, effective November 1, 2024.

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.

DICV appoints Michael Moebius as President and Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Office

Michael will succeed Muthu Maruthachalam C in this role

LAPP India appoints Sumit Mitra as MD to spearhead growth and innovation

Based in Bengaluru, Sumit will report to CEO of LAPP Asia Pacific.

TIL strengthens global partnership

Renews dealership agreement with Hyster-Yale

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.

Sany leads in sustainable practices for mining industry

Sanjay Saxena, Chief Operating Officer, Sany India and South Asia, speaks on the current state of the mining equipment market globally and in India specifically.

RAHSTA to submit policy recommendations to NHAI

RAHSTA to submit policy recommendations to NHAI for improving highways.

Sany India inaugurates 22nd 3S branch in Nellore

This branch will be the 6th 3S branch in the Rayalaseema region

MYCRANE celebrates major milestone with 10,000 cranes added to platform

More than 10,000 lifting machines now available to hire online

"Motul announces new car engine oil campaign "

Strengthening its foothold in the car engine oil market with the new TVC campaign

Maxion Wheels celebrates inauguration ceremony of Formare in India

Formare is an academic scholarship programme for underprivileged youth in Brazil and Mexico

BorgWarner lands BEV cross differential contracts with 3 OEMs

eXD (electric cross differential) improves vehicle traction, handling and stability

Tackling Supply and Quality Concerns in CE Rentals

As demand surges, particularly driven by infrastructure developments in regions like Asia-Pacific, stakeholders face pressing issues ranging from availability mismatches to concerns over maintenance standards.

Hyundai CE India Advances Excavators with Cutting-Edge Features

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment is one of the leading construction and earthmoving equipment manufacturers in India. Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction Equipment India, speaks on the latest advancements incorporated into their recent hydraulic excavator models.

CNH India marks production milestone: 700,000 tractors in Greater Noida

The plant produces approximately 2,000 tractor variants, ranging from 35 to 120 Hp

Innovations in wheel loader have focused on improving productivity

Nischal Mehrotra, Sr. Vice President, Sales & Marketing, LiuGong India speaks on the demand and application trends for wheel loaders across.

2030 Goal: 250,000 Excavators!

India aims to increase its annual production from approximately 85,000 units to 250,000 units by 2030, driven by infrastructure investments in roads, railways, and mining

Hyundai holds a No. 2 position in excavator attachments in India.

Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction Equipment India, speaks on the current market size of hydraulic excavators in India, and how has it evolved over the past few years.

Enhancing Efficiency and Safety

Telehandlers have emerged as indispensable equipment in India’s burgeoning infrastructure and industrial sectors, offering versatility, efficiency, and safety in material handling operations.

Motul kicks off Sehat Ki Samriddhi initiative for auto mechanics

Exclusive CSR health camps in Varanasi, Lucknow and Ludhiana mark the beginning of a 9 month campaign

MYCRANE appoints Ashishkumar Tiwari as new sales director

Tiwari joins digital platform with 20 years’ experience

SANY India expands presence with opening of new facility in Odisha

Sany Heavy Industry India, a leading global provider of construction machinery and equipment, was pleased to announce the grand opening of HO, Raghunath Machinary.

ELGi’s EG SP range of oil-lubricated screw air compressors

Elgi Equipments, one of the world's leading air compressor manufacturers, has introduced the EG SP (Super Premium), upgrading the world renowned EG Series portfolio of oil-lubricated screw air compressors.

Sany revenue soars 60% of core business

Sany Heavy Industry, a leading heavy machinery manufacturer, has reported a strong growth in international revenues in its recently announced annual results for 2023.

Mini Equipment Market Booms

Mini construction equipment provides the versatility and efficiency needed for modern construction projects, especially in urban areas and confined spaces.

Sany debuts India's first electric mining truck

Sany India, a leading global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, proudly unveils the SKT105E electric dump truck, the first of its kind to be locally manufactured in India.

CASE India rolls out 20,000th vibratory compactor

CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, has achieved a significant milestone of producing 20,000th vibratory compactors, from its state-of-the-art facility in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh.

ELGiâ€™s EG SP range of oil-lubricated screw air compressors

Liebherr tower cranes renovate bridge in Spain

Liebherrâ€™s revenue once again increased significantly compared with the previous year.

Taking Concrete Measures

One of Indiaâ€™s leading construction equipment manufacturers deploys ELGi air compressors to improve energy efficiency and reliability.

Building Strong Foundation

The increasing number of construction projects is driving a surge in demand for piling, drilling, and deep foundation equipment.

SANY India expands presence with opening of new facility in Odisha

This new office in Rayagada will serve as a hub for sales, service, and spare parts,

ELGi's EG SP range of oil-lubricated screw air compressors

"Expands renowned EG series to offer customers energy efficiency with low lifecycle costs "

CASE India rolls out 20,000th vibratory compactor in India

The facility is the sole manufacturing hub for CASEâ€™s compactors globally in CNH.

Sany introduces Indiaâ€™s first locally manufactured, fully electric open cast mining truck

SKT105E Electric Dump Truck represents a new era in mining technology

Liebherr tower cranes renovate bridge in Spain

The company finished the 2023 business year with a record revenue of Euro 14,042 mn.

CASE India inaugurates new dealership in Jaipur

CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, has broadened its presence in Rajasthan by appointing a new dealer partner, RDR Techsol in Jaipur.

Cosmos Pumps Drops 'The Giant': A Herculean Dewatering Pump, Transforming Mines with Techno-Magic

Cosmos Pumps, a pioneering force in dewatering pump solutions, proudly introduces â€œTHE GIANTâ€ Dewatering Pump, a cutting-edge innovation poised to revolutionize the global mining industry.

Renting equipment: What to do and what not to

CW identifies common pain-points associated with renting construction equipment, and asks industry leaders for ways around them.

How AI and ML are revolutionising CE in India

AI enables machines to perform tasks requiring human intelligence, such as decision-making and pattern recognition, while ML allows systems to learn from data and make predictions.

Rise of Smart Factories

Collaborative robotics, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) promote safer and more productive work environments.

SANY participates at Odisha Buildcon in Bhubaneshwar

SANY will unveil its range of innovative construction equipment

Bridgestone India appoints Hiroshi Yoshizane as MD

Bridgestone is a global leader in tyres and rubber

SANY showcases "Make in India" lineup at Bharat Mobility Expo

The Bharat Mobility Global Expo is taking place from February 1-3, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

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.

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