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BEML is targeting a Rs 180 billion order book by the end of FY25

Smarter printing is revolutionising the way mining companies manage their supply chains and logistics.

We're boosting R&D in our technology centers for innovation in construction machinery

Seshan Iyer, President, Bearings & Industrial Solutions, Schaffler India

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.

Embracing Digital Transformation

India’s SME manufacturing sector is at a crossroads, poised to embrace digital transformation, sustainable practices, and innovation. However, challenges like legacy systems and skilled labour shortages remain as barriers to growth.

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.

Jayesh Ranjan & Cement Expo Forum Leaders converge in Hyderabad

Jayesh Ranjan joins Cement Expo Forum leaders at Hyderabad summit.

BAUER's Dedication to On-Site Training

BAUER has long acknowledged this need and is committed to enhancing workforce skills through specialised training programmes.

Skill development programmes will boost adoption and confidence

Rajesh Nath, Managing Director of VDMA India, speaks about additive manufacturing and AI, and how they will impact India’s ambitions to boost manufacturing

Building a Workforce for Evolving CE Industry

The Union Budget 2024 has placed a strong emphasis on skill development, allocating significant investments to create employment and skilling opportunities for 4.1 crore youth over the next five years.

Empowering a Future-Ready Workforce

Propel Industries’ core strategy is commitment to bridging the gap between innovation and practical application

Empowering India’s Manufacturing Workforce

India, on the brink of becoming a global manufacturing powerhouse, faces a pressing shortage of adequately trained professionals to meet the demands of evolving technologies.

Skilling for the Future

By focusing on skilling and fostering a collaborative approach between industry, government, and educational institutions, India can ensure that it not only meets the needs of its growing infrastructure but also becomes a leader in the global construction equipment market.

Empowering Talent

India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce

Empowering the Workforce with Advanced Training

The construction industry is evolving rapidly, and operators today need to be proficient in much more than basic machine handling

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

Innovations, Training, and Future of Upskilling

Skilled operators and technicians ensure that machinery is used optimally, reducing downtime and improving project timelines

SANY Makes Historic Debut on the 2025 World's Top 500 Brands List

The 2025 list features brands from 207 cities across 33 countries,

GMMCO kicks off Caterpillar Bangalore District cricket tournament

GMMCO India successfully inaugurated the 10th edition of the Caterpillar Bangalore District Cricket Tournament at the prestigious Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence in Yelahanka, Bengaluru.

TrucksUp, AU Small Finance Bank tie-up to empower fleet owners

TrucksUp has announced a strategic partnership with AU Small Finance Bank to offer economic, easy and hassle-free financing solutions for used trucks focusing on driver and transport business community.

TrucksUp, AU Small Finance Bank tie-up to empower fleet owners

Pritika Auto Industries announced on January 22, 2025, the commencement of production for a leading multinational tractor manufacturer.

Budget 2025: Key Highlights

Finance Minister announced the govt’s commitment to inclusive development

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.

Lifting the Industry

By 2033, the market for crawler cranes in India is projected to reach a significant $805.95 million.

Steamrolling Ahead

Growing infrastructure demands are fuelling the rise of advanced compaction equipment, ensuring smoother, faster builds.

On the Road to Success

In the world of construction, logistics, and heavy-duty transport, trucks and tippers are the unsung heroes driving progress.

Maximising Equipment Efficiency

How filters enhance construction machinery performance

GMMCO India Kicks Off Caterpillar Bangalore District Cricket Tournament

This year’s event holds special significance as it aligns with Caterpillar’s 100th anniversary

Schwing Stetter Exhibits Eco-friendly CE at Bharat Mobility

Schwing Stetter marked a significant milestone in contributing to the Nation’s 2070 net-zero goal

TSF Group Highlights Make in India Focus at Bharat Mobility

TSF Group showcased its strength in domestically developed automotive technology

Zoomlion Accelerates Global Expansion with Localised Innovations in Saudi Arabia

Zoomlion has been a key player in the Saudi market

Sany India Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Factory Expansion

The facility is a testament to SANY India’s focus on delivering high-quality products.

Mahindra headline to: "Our long-term strategy focuses on sustainable growth

Venkat Srinivas, Business Head, Trucks and Buses & Construction Equipment, Mahindra Group

We aim to introduce the electric version of excavators

Yasunori Fujii, Managing Director, Komatsu India

Shaping India’s Infra Revolution

bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2024 exhibition emerged as a landmark event in the construction, building material, mining, and construction vehicle industry.

We have been experiencing a growth rate of 35%.”

Senthil Kumar, Managing Director, Propel Industries

Our smart factory focuses on digitalisation and automation

Seong Woo Shim, Managing Director, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment India

Overcoming Perceptions and Scaling Up

The drive for modernisation, infrastructure development and smart cities is fuelling the demand, making India a key player in the future of the construction equipment sector.

Navigating Challenges to Embrace Automation

India must integrate technology for export readiness without increasing costs for local customers.

Caterpillar Launches “Services Commitment” programme at bauma ConExpo

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

TN explores PPP for Rs 4,500-cr power transmission project

The Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation (Tantransco) is set to adopt the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) method for a Rs 4,500 crore greenfield power transmission project.

“Financial management a challenge in rental industry.”

Siddharth Sharma, Director, Premier Heavy Lift, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market in India.

Innovative Financing Models Fuel Growth

Innovative financing models are transforming the construction equipment sector, driving growth in emerging markets like India, where strategic partnerships and tailored solutions are accelerating infrastructure development

HD Hyundai is moving towards Industry 4.0

Rajiv Chaturvedi, Vice President, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment India

All our new products are CEV V compliant

Italy’s 2024 construction machinery market drops 13 per cent, with road machines seeing modest growth

MYCRANE Launches Global Equipment Marketplace at bauma China

MYCRANE Marketplace allows users to buy and sell worldwide

Revolutionising Motor Grader Industry with Performance and Tech

Caterpillar India has won the award as the Bestseller in the “Motor Graders” category in India. The research was conducted by the FIRST Construction Council (FCC), an infrastructure think tank, established in 2003, focused on providing the latest updates on the construction industry in India.

The future of foundation engineering looks promising

Animesh Nandy, Managing Director, Bauer Equipment India

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

Michael will succeed Muthu Maruthachalam C in this role

Indian warehousing demand set to reach 1.2 billion sq ft by 2027

India’s logistics sector is undergoing a major transformation, with evolving supply chains projected to generate demand for 1.2 billion sq ft of warehousing space by 2027, according to a joint study by JLL India and Miebach Consulting.

Govt receives 44 bids in 10th round of commercial coal mine auction

Govt receives 44 bids in 10th round of commercial coal mine auction

JCB India launches its most fuel-efficient tracked excavator

India’s leading manufacturer of earthmoving and construction equipment, JCB India, launched its JCB NXT 215 LC Fuel Master tracked excavator at its state-of-the-art factory in Pune. In addition to its introduction to the domestic market, the machine will also be exported to countries around the world.

Pettibone’s New Extendo 1044X Telehandler

Pettibone has unveiled its Extendo 1044X Telehandler, which achieves a 10,000-pound lift capacity without outriggers.

Bonfiglioli invests Rs 320 cr in India expansion

Bonfiglioli Transmissions, the Indian subsidiary of Bonfiglioli Group, a global leader in power transmission and drive solutions, celebrated a significant milestone with the foundation stone laying ceremony for its new industry and automation facility in Cheyyar, Tamil Nadu, and the inauguration of its technology and innovation hub in Chennai.

HAM has done wonders to the road sector

A look at the transformative shift from traditional EPC contracts to more dynamic frameworks such as Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) and Hybrid Annuity Models (HAM).

PM Gati Shakti addresses planning gaps in infrastructure projects

The PM Gati Shakti programme reduces logistical costs that currently account for 13-14 percent of India’s GDP.

Hyundai’s ARC Facility Delivers Premium Rebuild Services

The ARC workshop facility is designed according to HD Hyundai's global quality standards.

Revolutionising Construction

Telematics technology has revolutionised the management of construction equipment.

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.

Critical Role of Lubrication in Mining Operations

Mobilgrease XHP™ 462 Moly is indispensable for applications where heavy loads and extreme pressure are common.

Bonfiglioli invests Rs 320 cr in India expansion

Lays foundation stone for global technology and innovation centre

JCB India launches its most fuel-efficient Tracked Excavator

The machine will also be exported to countries around the world

Mining Revolution

The Indian mining industry has shifted from manual to mechanised operations, embracing varying levels of technology and automation

Why is CE Industry Shying Away from Sharing Info

At a time when even the Supreme Court forced the Government of India to reveal the donors to the electoral bond scheme, there are associations in India, which are not maintaining the spirit of transparency, argues PRATAP PADODE.

Financial management a challenge in rental industry

Premier Heavy Lift (PHL) stands as a leading force in the heavy lifts and transportation sector, marked by excellence in quality, safety, and innovative practices under the leadership of Anil Chaudhary, Som Dutt Sharma and Capt Sandeep Anand. Since its inception with merely two cranes, PHL has evolved dramatically, boasting a fleet of over 360 equipment units valued at more than Rs 900 crore. Siddharth Sharma, Director, Premier Heavy Lift, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market in India.

Unveiling the Shadows

India is becoming a valuable source for the global market, showcasing cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.

Energy efficiency in industrial goods

Industrial products’ energy efficiency is essential for cutting expenses and minimising their negative environmental effects.

We assist in creating more sustainable mining operations

Brad Higgings, General Manager Sales – APAC/EMEA, Austin Engineering

Skill Up!

India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce

Manufacturers are rapidly embracing Industry 4.0 principles

Pepperl+Fuchs is a pioneer of industrial sensors for factory automation and an expert for explosion protection in process automation. In this interview, Aman Monga, General Manager – Sales, Pepperl+Fuchs Factory Automation, delves into challenges faced by industries and how Pepperl+Fuchs is helping them navigate through these hurdles to improve their efficiency and productivity

Transforming Logistics

The India material handling equipment market is poised for significant growth, with expectations to reach substantial market size by 2027.

We aim to bring Indian MHE up to global standards at half cost

The material handling equipment market in India has shown substantial growth. Manpreet Sachdev, Founder & CEO, Elite Material Handling Company, highlights new trends like AGVs, drones, etc. in the material handling space.

We want to integrate sustainability into our business

Manish Bhatnagar, Managing Director, SKF India, speaks on the role of modern technologies and automation for improving competitiveness.

We are committed to achieving its carbon neutrality target by 2040.

Seshan Iyer, President – Industrial Business, Schaeffler India, speaks on the steps taken by the company to achieve the objectives of sustainability.

Preventing Costly Production Downtime in Mineral Processing

Any mineral production plant faces the challenges of maintaining the uptime of its equipment while reducing the cost of corrective maintenance.

Bridging the Skill Gap

India’s major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce.

ABB India sets up a smart center for electrician training

Training will ensure participants are job-ready upon completion

Earthmovers Surge Ahead

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

Boosting Performance

Lubricants are crucial in enhancing construction equipment performance, reducing wear, and ensuring smooth operation, ultimately leading to increased efficiency and prolonged machinery lifespan.

Focus on Infra, Skilling

Experts agree that Budget 2024 aims for more inclusive growth, focusing on job formalisation, agricultural productivity, and MSME support

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.

Focussing towards more sustainable offerings for the construction industry

Jayanta Ray, General Manager – Industrial and OEM, GS Caltex India, speaks on the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise when selecting lubricants.

Cummins India launches global competency centre in Pune

Cummins Group in India, one of the leading power solutions technology providers, opened its first IT Global Competency Center (GCC) at its India Office Campus in Balewadi, Pune, Maharashtra.

Infrastructure Experts to Debate Viksit Bharat at Infrastructure Today Conclave in Delhi

Infrastructure Experts to Debate Viksit Bharat at Infrastructure Today Conclave in Delhi

Cummins India launches global competency centre in Pune

The center will enable the company to scale operational efficiencies

Caterpillar Launches New Facelift Excavators

The Cat 323D3 and 320D3 machines are equipped with the new electrohydraulic system to reduce fuel consumption, and maintenance costs and improve operational controllability and efficiency.

Building India’s Global Manufacturing Capabilities

The Indian manufacturing sector stands at a critical juncture, with several opportunities arising from global shifts and local initiatives. But to take advantage of this evolving market, Indian manufacturers have to raise their global competitiveness, says Rakesh Rao.

Urbanisation Boosts Attachments Market

Rapid urbanisation and infrastructure expansion propel the demand for excavator attachments, driving market growth exponentially.

Indian rental companies are increasingly embracing digitisation

Satin Sachdeva, Founder & Secretary General, Construction Equipment Rental Association, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market, and the latest trends in the market.

SDLG inaugurates first manufacturing facility in Bengaluru

A member of Volvo Group, SDLG offers sustainable solutions to construction, earthmoving, infrastructure and mining projects.

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.

New Holland launches first-ever indigenously produced 100+HP TREM-IV tractor

The WORKMASTER 105 sets new benchmarks in technology, quality, and performance

The Concrete Revolution

Groundbreaking concrete equipment is driving the industry forward at an unprecedented pace.

Driving Innovation

OTR tyre innovation is transforming India’s mining and construction industries.

H2 ICE is ideal for heavy-duty use, providing fuel efficiency

Cummins India is the country’s leading manufacturer of diesel and natural gas engines. Nitin Jirafe, Engine Business Leader, Cummins India, speaks on advantages of using hydrogen internal combustion engines over concventional internal combustion engines

We are investing in our service infrastructure

Schwing Stetter India is a leading manufacturer of concreting equipment in India, producing a wide range of products. The company’s Chairman and Managing Director VG Sakthikumar speaks on their products that address the needs and challenges of the Indian market.

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.

Preventive Maintenance for Peak Productivity

Choosing a condition monitoring system to minimise downtime and maximise ROI, writes THIAGO HENRIQUE BUOSO.

The growth trend of radial tyres in OTR has been steadily rising

BKT Tires is one of the leading manufacturers in the off-highway tyre market, specialising in the manufacture of tyres for agricultural, industrial and OTR vehicles. Ashok P Chhajer, Sr. General Manager – OE Sales, (Domestic), Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the key challenges and opportunities in the market

Innovation is one of the key pillars of our company.”

Persevering on the path of progress since its inception in 1997, Trident has been the specialist in design, development and distribution of industrial tyres and tracks. Shyam Gyanani, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Trident International, speaks on the current state of OTR tyre manufacturing industry in India.

Capacite Infraprojects bags Mumbai infra projects worth Rs 5.49 bn

Capacite Infraprojects has secured construction projects in Mumbai worth Rs 5.49 billion, signalling a significant expansion for the company in the city's urban infrastructure landscape.

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