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We are addressing the trends that will shape the future of construction
- VG Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India
The technology gap between Western and Indian equipment has narrowed
- Manish Mathur, CEO – Cranes, ACE
ICEMA Discusses Sector Growth with Union Ministers
Talks focus on infrastructure expansion and equipment utilisation
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.
PMGSY-III Extension Strengthens Rural Growth
ICEMA backs PMGSY-III extension till March 2028
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.
Weak Anti-Dumping Enforcement Hurting OEMs
As infrastructure spending accelerates, domestic construction equipment makers warn that cheap imports and weak policy enforcement are eroding local manufacturing.
India Builds, China Supplies?
As infrastructure spending accelerates, domestic construction equipment makers warn that cheap imports and weak policy enforcement are eroding local manufacturing.
Union Budget 2026–27 Marks a Milestone for Construction Equipment Manufacturing
ICEMA’s Long-Standing Demand for Incentive Scheme Announced
India Builds, China Supplies?
As infrastructure spending accelerates, domestic construction equipment makers warn that cheap imports and weak policy enforcement are eroding local manufacturing
ICEMA Announces New Governing Council for 2023–25
ICEMA appoints senior industry leaders to steer its 2023–25 council.
ICEMA Announces New Governing Council for 2023–25
ICEMA appoints senior industry leaders to steer its 2023–25 council.
ICEMA Announces New Governing Council for 2023–25
ICEMA appoints senior industry leaders to steer its 2023–25 council.
Powering India’s Infra Future
Excon 2025 brings global technologies, future-ready equipment, and industry collaboration together to drive India’s fast-growing infrastructure landscape.
Steel at a Crossroads
Rising construction demand meets missing steel grades, pushing India’s builders and OEMs to a defining crossroads.
ICEMA Elects Mr. Shalabh Chaturvedi as Vice President for Governing Council (FY2025–27)
ICEMA works closely with the government and key stakeholders to foster sustainable growth
Backhoe Boom
India’s backhoe loader market is booming, with sales crossing 53,000 units in FY25.
Govt Defers OTR-2024 Implementation to September 2026
The OTR-2024 was to come into effect from August 28, 2025
The outlook for hydraulic excavators is promising
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment India is one of the leading manufacturers of construction and earthmoving equipment. Sharwan Agnihotri, Head – Mining & Export Business, discusses the specific features and benefits that make hydraulic excavators well-suited for the Indian market.
CE Industry Sees Robust Growth in Domestic and Export Sales: ICEMA
During the first nine months of the current fiscal year, the industry sold 98,970 units
The Future of Mobility, United
The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, scheduled from January 17-22, brought the entire value chain of the mobility ecosystem.
BKT to showcase off-highway tyre solutions at Bharat Expo 2025
BKT, a global leader in Off-Highway tyre manufacturing, announces its participation in the Bharat Construction Equipment Expo 2025, scheduled to be held from January 19–22, 2025, at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida.
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.
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.
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.
ICEMA reports 5% increase in CE sales to 28,902 units for Q1 FY25
The CE industry had sold 27,577 units in the same period of the previous fiscal.
India’s CE Sales Surge 26% in FY24
With total equipment sales crossing 1,35,650 units as against 1,07,779 lakh units in FY23, the Indian construction equipment industry has recorded a 26 per cent increase in overall sales volume for the financial year 2023-24, surpassing all projections.
Breaking New Ground
Excon showcased the latest in construction technology, reflecting India’s commitment to revolutionising the industry and establishing itself as a global leader in machinery innovation.
Driving Technological Revolution
With more than 1,200 exhibitors from India and abroad, Excon will highlight leading construction equipment manufacturers as they showcase the adaptability of their machinery and the advancement of construction technologies.
CASE to introduce 6 new innovative products at Excon
CASE will enter two new categories with the introduction of new products
CII targets over 15% YoY growth in next 5 years
The event witnessed the participation of leading names from the industry, government, and stakeholders from the infrastructure and construction equipment sector.
CE manufacturers call for single emission norms for all machines
The Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (ICEMA) has asked for a single set of laws to govern all construction equipment machinery
Fuelling the future
Backhoe loader manufacturers are developing hybrid or fully electric backhoe loaders, which significantly reduce or eliminate fuel consumption and emissions.
Automation at the Forefront
Companies use automated material handling equipment because it increases productivity and reduces waste, which results in significant cost savings.
CE industry grows by 25% in FY2023
The quick expansion in road and infrastructure development activity across the nation, fuelled by significant governmental expenditure as well as private sector initiatives, is the primary cause of this wise rise in the industry's fortunes.
CE manufacturers call for single emission norms for all machines
ICEMA has appealed to relevant government departments.
Construction equipment ind. grows by 25% in FY2023
Construction equipment industry grows by 25% in FY2023
Volvo CE India showcases biodiesel blends for CE range
Volvo CE India has announced that its customers across the country will have access to select biodiesel blends to run their Volvo machines.
CE export witnesses 60% growth in FY22
According to the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (ICEMA) the export of construction equipment has increased by 60 per cent in FY22 with earth-moving equipment witnessing 69 per cent growth in the last fiscal year.
Connectivity is key between automation and electromobility
The world is entering an age of robotics. Industrial robots have worked in the manufacturing sector for decades. Construction could be the next industry to undergo an automation transformation.
Bio Diesel Summit
Hosted by ICEMA, the Bio Diesel Summit, which was held virtually on January 24-25, 2022, stressed on substituting diesel with alternative fuels.
Construction, industrial equipment makers to shift to electric
The construction and industrial equipment industry plans to shift to electric. Top businesses like JCB, Volvo CE and Schwing Stetter are either working on electric versions or conducting feasibility studies for launching e-appliances in India.
M Vijay Kumar appointed CEO of Infrastructure Equipment Skill Council
M Vijay Kumar comes with over 35 years’ experience in the construction equipment industry.
What new construction equipment will 2022 bring?
The outlook on India’s construction equipment sector is optimistic since the country’s needs for infrastructure will continue to grow massively.
An evening to cherish
The 9th Equipment India Awards 2021 recognised the top performers of Indian construction equipment industry. In a colourful ceremony held at Four Seasons in Mumbai, the winners received the awards for their achievements in the respective segments.
Arvind K. Garg is EI Person of the Year 2021
Garg was awarded at the 9th Equipment India Awards.
ACE wins big at EI Awards 2021
ACE bagged two awards – Innovation of the Year and Bestseller Mobile Cranes.
Propel bags ‘Emerging CE Company of the Year 2021’
Propel was awarded at the 9th Equipment India Awards.
Schwing Stetter wins ‘Trainer of the Year 2021’ at EI Awards
Schwing Stetter was awarded at the 9th Equipment India Awards.
Bonfiglioli wins ‘2nd Rank – Innovation of the Year’ at EI Awards
Bonfiglioli India was awarded for its innovative drive designed in India for girder transporter used in high-speed rail project.
Connectivity is key between automation & electro mobility: Volvo MD
Dimitrov Krishnan, MD, Volvo CE India, speaks on whether machine automation will ever take off in construction.
D Krishnan of Volvo: Connectivity is key between automation & electro mobility
Dimitrov Krishnan, MD, Volvo CE India, speaks on whether machine automation will ever take off in construction.
ICEMA inaugurates new office in New Delhi
Strengthening the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (ICEMA) secretariat by way of setting up of a new office space in New Delhi is an integral step towards achieving the Industry’s Vision Plan 2030: Building the Nation” said Sandeep Singh, President ICEMA while inaugurating the newly opened office.
Dimitrov Krishnan is new President of ICEMA
The Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (ICEMA) elected their President for the period 2021-23 during its Annual General Meeting held virtually on July 19, 2021.
Dimitrov Krishnan is new President of ICEMA
Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction Equipment India Pvt Ltd will lead ICEMA, the apex association of CE industry.
ICEMA inaugurates new office in New Delhi
ICEMA’s New Office to help drive Construction Equipment Industry’s Vision 2030 Plan
New emission norms for CEVs deferred to April 2021
The stage is now set for the implementation of the new emission norms in the construction equipment vehicles (CEVs) and tractor segments with the notification of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in this regard.
bauma CONEXPO INDIA postponed to April 2021
The event will now take place from 20 to 23 April 2021 at the India Expo Centre (IEC), Greater Noida
Telangana welcomes CE companies to invest in state
Telangana’s IT and Industry Minister KT Rama Rao welcomed construction equipment companies to invest in the state for manufacturing construction equipment (CE).
Govt proposes to defer new emission norms for CE vehicles
MoRTH has invited suggestions from all stake holders on the proposed amendment in the MV Draft rules for deferment of BS-IV emission norms for CE vehicles, tractors and harvesters
Construction and infra activities will pick up and normalise in the next two months
Construction activities will normalise in the infrastructure sector in a couple of months with up to 80-90 per cent of operations, which is good enough to sustain in the present conditions.
An Uphill Task
Lack of availability of certified skilled equipment operators is a major issue faced by construction contractor in India.
We have completed training of 2,000 operators till last year
Schwing Stetter India started the training department in the second year of its operations in 2000.
Compliance Challenges
Embracing the next level emission regulations is expected to be tough for the engine and equipment OEMs considering technology upgradations and need for adequate skill development among the users.
Show of Innovations
With 614,000 sq m of space, about 3,700 exhibitors from 63 countries and more than 620,000 visitors from over 200 countries, the largest bauma ever held was once again a bauma filled with records.
CE industry will continue to witness a healthy growth
The overall construction equipment (CE) industry had a good FY2018-19 for all class of equipment and has recorded the highest volumes ever.
Transforming Skill Landscape
Shortage of skilled operators has been a major challenge faced by the infrastructure and construction industry for the past many years.
11th Anniversary Issue of Equipment India released at bauma 2019
The 11th Anniversary Issue of Equipment India was released during the India Day event held at bauma 2019 in Munich
Bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2018
The fifth edition of bauma CONEXPO INDIA is expected to be bigger in number of exhibitors and exhibiting area, compared to last edition.
Caterpillar launches next-generation 20-ton excavator portfolio
Caterpillar India announced the launch of its next generation 20-ton class excavators, Cat 320D3 and Cat 323D3 to cater to the Indian construction industry. The new machines are manufactured at its Thiruvallur manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, India.
An Uphill Road Ahead
Out of about nine lakh construction equipment operators in India, only9,000 operators are certified by Infrastructure Equipment Skill Council (IESC).
Operator Training: Need of the Hour
These are good times for construction equipment industry. Orders have gone up, thanks to a revival in the economy fuelled by government's affirmative actions to nurse the infra development sector back to health.
The race has begun
'Infrastructure 2.0' was the theme of our 10th Annual issue of Equipment India. The 5th Annual Equipment India Awards & CEO Forum held on February 16, 2018 in Delhi also hovered on the same theme.
bauma CONEXPO INDIA, iCEMA sign Cooperation Agreement
bauma CONEXPO INDIA and the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers? Association (iCEMA) will cooperate closely in future. A cooperation agreement was signed in Delhi by Bhupinder Singh, CEO, bC Expo India, and Arvind K Garg, President, iCEMA.
The Show of Technology Prowess
Excon 2017 is all set to open its floors for the five-day mega technology feast on December 12, 2017. This year marks the ninth edition of the Excon, which has a 17-year strong legacy being organised since 2000.
We expect Excon to be more vibrant and industry-specific
With the revival of road construction projects in India, the market for construction equipment (CE) and road building equipment- such as crushing and screening plants and RAP-mixing asphalt plants - is expected to open up in a big way.
Arvind K Garg elected ICEMA?s new President
Arvind K Garg, Executive Vice-President & Head, Construction & Mining Machinery, Larsen & Toubro Limited, has been elected as the President of Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers? Association (ICEMA) for the term 2017-19. This was decided at the ICEMA?s Annual General Meeting held in New Delhi recently. He has earlier served as the Vice-President for 2015-17.
ICEMA Wins,Ban Dropped
Recently, the Supreme Court heard an application by the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers' Association (ICEMA) and the Tractor Manufacturers' Association (TMA) as they sought a clarification on the ban on the registration of BS-III vehicles after March 31, 2017.
Equipment & Technology for Infrastructure is no Luxury!
The Supreme Court's recent clarification that construction equipment and agricultural equipment are not included in the BS-III vehicle ban was a sigh of relief to the concerned industry.
Gearing up for Change
Sachin Nijhawan elaborates on the need for construction equipment companies in India to adopt the latest technologies.
Equipment India awards & ceo forum 2017
It was 6.15 p.m. with 15 minutes more to go for the mega event of the infrastructure equipment industry. Meanwhile, the Viceroy Hall at the heritage Claridges Hotel located in New Delhi's famed Lutyen's Zone was already filled to capacity.
Equipment India Awards 2017 and CEO Forum
The evening of April 21, 2017, was a proud occasion for Equipment India as the industry stakeholders gathered in large numbers at New Delhi's heritage Claridges Hotel, to celebrate the 4th Annual Equipment India Awards and be part of the high-level discussion at the CEO Forum.
Volvo CE recognises operator talent in India
Bheemappa KS from Karnataka has won the maiden Operator Champion of India competition organised by Volvo CE, which saw nine winners in the heats from across the regions competing for the top spot in the final round. Narendra Singh from Rajasthan stood the runner-up in a close competition. The Operator Champion final took place between March 14 to16 at the Volvo CE headquarters in Bengaluru.
FOCUSED BUSINESS - Optimism
The BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2016 held during December 12-15 reflected the positive sentiments of the equipment industry on the floor. A detailed report on the expo, interaction with exhibitors and details of products and technologies showcased.
CE Industry in India | Trends
India is on the fast lane to becoming a global manufacturing hub with the PM?s Make in India initiative. Infrastructure being an integral part of the initiative directly provides a boost to the CE manufacturing industry.
Progress Through Performance
The recently held ICEMA conference on highway equipment discusses the need for efficient technologies, quality and skill upgradation in roads and highways construction.
Spanish Quest for Reconstruction
During a short tour of Spain, Shankar Srivastava finds the Spanish quest for reconstruction. ANMOPYC, the Spanish Manufacturers Association of construction, Mining and Recycling Equipment
Infra Development in North-East Region
Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers? Association (ICEMA) organised a conference on Infrastructure Development in North East Region, concurrently with ConMac 2015 - an exhibition on construction equipment and technology at Guwahati.
Close to industry
VG Sakthikumar has been associated with Schwing Stetter since its inception in India in 1998, and has played a major part in its growth story. He has over two decades of industry experience in the ready-mix concrete business.
Looking Ahead with Optimism
Despite the economic slowdown and contrary to initial apprehensions from the major stakeholders, Excon 2013 turned out to be a success, with OEMs and aggregate and components manufacturers launching a new range of machines and components, and some of them even announcing further investment to augment capacity, in order to meet the expected demand spurt in the coming years.
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