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.

Manitowoc’s Zhangjiagang team launches largest Potain topless crane

Customers in Asia-Pacific and emerging markets have an exciting new high-capacity topless tower crane available, the Potain MCT 805 which is manufactured at Manitowoc’s Zhangjiagang, China factory.

GR Infra, Tata Projects, Afcons India's fastest growing large construction companies

The companies were awarded at the 19th CONSTRUCTION WORLD Annual Awards.

Potain cranes fuel success for Indian real estate developer

Aparna Constructions and Estates trusts Potain cranes for their reliable performance and excellent return on investment

New Potain MDT 489 topless crane

The new Potain MDT 489 topless crane from Manitowoc fills the gap between the manufacturer’s popular MDT 389 and new MDT 569 models and is ideal for large-scale construction and infrastructure projects, especially the installation of large, prefabricated components, as well as for shipyards and mines with heavy loads to handle.

Towering over

Tower cranes are expected to a see a surge in demand with the spurt in infrastructure development projects.

Manitowoc Mct 185 Topless Crane

The Asian range of Potain topless tower cranes built at Manitowoc’s Chinese facility in Zhangjiagang continues to evolve rapidly in response to rising customer demand for the transport, assembly and performance advantages these units off er.

Manitowoc expands topless crane line-up with MCT 185

The Asian range of Potain topless tower cranes built at Manitowoc’s Chinese facility in Zhangjiagang continues to evolve rapidly in response to rising customer demand for the transport, assembly and performance advantages these units offer.

Manitowoc expands topless crane line-up with MCT 185

The Asian range of Potain topless tower cranes built at Manitowoc’s Chinese facility in Zhangjiagang continues to evolve rapidly in response to rising customer demand for the transport, assembly and performance advantages these units offer.

Manitowoc launches Potain MCT 275 tower crane

Manitowoc’s product development under The Manitowoc Way continues to accelerate, with the Potain MCT 275 the latest new launch from the company.

Gati appoints Shashi Kiran Shetty as Chairman

Express logistics company Gati has appointed Allcargo CMD Shashi Kiran Shetty its Chairman in a move that will expedite its turnaround in a big way

CASE releases next-gen SiteWatch telematics platform

CASE Construction Equipment launched the next generation of its SiteWatch telematics platform with an all-new dashboard, more intuitive navigation and new overview sections

Revenue of road EPC companies to de-grow 8-10% this fiscal: CRISIL

Revenue of road-building EPC companies is expected to de-grow 8-10 per cent this fiscal with the COVID-19 pandemic-driven lockdowns severely curtailing activity

Manta buys two Potain MCT 565 topless cranes in Singapore

Manta Equipment received two brand new Potain MCT 565 M25 topless cranes in Singapore and recorded immediate success with both.

Potain launches MRH 175 tower crane

Potain has announced the launch of MRH 175 tower crane, a new hydraulic luffing jib crane that will make its debut at Conexpo 2020.

ByggDialog using largest Potain topless tower crane

Following its launch at bauma 2019, the new Potain MDT 809 topless crane has now arrived at job sites across Europe.

Potain launches MRH 175 tower crane

Potain has announced the MRH 175 tower crane, a new hydraulic luffing jib crane that will make its debut at Conexpo 2020.

Schuster commissions first Potain MDT 809 in the US

The first Potain MDT 809 in the United States is deployed on a job site in Washington DC.

We proactively pursue when it comes to adopting digital technologies

As a major player in heavy-duty mobile cranes market in India, TIL has consolidated its presence over the years.

First Potain MCT 325 Units sold to Active Crane Hire in Australia

Australian company Active Crane Hire purchased two Potain MCT 325 topless cranes during its launch in August. Both cranes will be delivered at the end of 2019 and will be mainly used for residential and commercial projects within Australia.

Manitowoc to showcase cranes at Excon 2019

Manitowoc will showcase its two best-in class cranes from Potain and Grove at booth #OD69 during Excon 2019, South Asia?s largest construction equipment and technology trade fair, which takes place during December 10-14.

Malaysian developer adds three Potain MCT 385 cranes

Malaysian equipment rental company Megah Sewa is adding three Potain MCT 385 cranes to its fleet for the first time. Megah Sewa is the plant and equipment subsidiary of Gamuda, the largest infrastructure development company in Malaysia, and for its most recent investments, it added three Potain topless tower cranes.

Manitowoc launches Potain MCT 325

Manitowoc has launched the Potain MCT 325 to further expand its MCT range of topless cranes.

Raimondi Cranes to exhibit at JDL Expo 2019

GP Mat International, heavy lifting solution specialists based in Le Bignon, France, and Raimondi Cranes, Italian manufacturer of tower and luffing cranes for more than 150 years, announced joint participation in JDL Expo 2019

Manitowoc launches strong and versatile Potain MCT 325

Manitowoc has launched the Potain MCT 325 to further expand its MCT range of topless cranes. The MCT 325 is designed to deliver easier transport and assembly, plus high efficiency and reliability on construction projects.

IDP supplies over 35 Potain cranes in Egypt

Over 35 Potain tower cranes are working on the construction of the New El Alamein City, an urban development being built on Egypt?s northern coast.

New Potain at Vertikal Days

Manitowoc has showcased at Vertikal Days 2019, the new Potain MRH 125. The innovative crane is the first in the European range to combine luffing jib and topless capabilities.

Lambertsson Kran buys first MDT 809

Sweden?s Lambertsson Kran has purchased the new Potain MDT 809 on display at Manitowoc?s booth for bauma 2019. The MDT 809 will be available for rental use within the fleets of both Lambertsson and Norwegian crane sales and rental company Kranor AS.

Lambertsson Kran buys first MDT 809 tower crane

Sweden?s Lambertsson Kran has purchased the new Potain MDT 809 on display at Manitowoc?s booth for bauma 2019.

Philippines contractor buys two new Potain cranes

General contractor Whiteport has purchased two new Potain MCT 205 tower cranes, both of which will be used on a range of projects around Manila, Philippines. Arthur Loscano, Assistant Vice President for equipment at Whiteport, said his company?s previous good experiences with Potain prompted these latest investments.

Irish Cranes takes delivery of three MRT189 tower cranes

Official Raimondi agent Irish Crane & Lifting (Irish Cranes) received three MRT189 topless tower cranes fulfilling its latest order for a combination transaction of client purchase and new fleet additions.

Manitowoc to unveil six new cranes at bauma 2019

Manitowoc will debut six new models from its Grove and Potain lines at bauma 2019 in Munich, Germany. It will also present a technology pavilion that highlights a significant number of customer-focused innovations.

AKEM Group erects Raimondi topless tower cranes in Bursa

Official agent of Raimondi Cranes in Turkey, AKEM Group, erected an MRT159 crane on the Downtown Bursa jobsite as the first of a total of six topless tower cranes planned for the project.

Raimondi appoints ZLT Tower Cranes official agent of eight African countries

ZLT Tower Cranes Pty Ltd (ZLT Cranes) has been appointed as the official agent representing Raimondi Cranes across eight African countries from its base in Midrand, part of the Johannesburg municipality in South Africa.

Manitowoc launches its largest Potain topless crane yet

The following day a group of special guests were welcomed to the Manitowoc factory in nearby Zhangjiagang where the MCT 565 was shown fully assembled, complete with its full 80 m jib.

Standing tall

The completion of Landmark 81 is set to transform the skyline of Ho Chi Minh City. All 81 storeys of the building were completed in this January, 15 months after four Potain cranes were deployed to lead construction.

Potain MCH 125 debuts in Thailand

The first Potain MCH 125 in Thailand is put to lifting duties for Thai Obayashi on the Samyan Mitrtown mixed-use development in Bangkok.

Customers preview new Potain MCT 565 on Chinese factory tour

A group of more than 40 customers from across Asia Pacific toured Manitowoc?s Potain factory in Zhangjiagang, China, in June to see firsthand the production improvements at the manufacturing plant. The group were also given an exclusive preview of the Potain MCT 565 topless crane, which will officially launch at bauma China this November.

We plan to invest Close ?40 million in India

Schaeffler rolling bearings and plain bearings significantly contribute to the outstanding performance of a large variety of construction equipment worldwide. Harsha Kadam, Industrial President, Schaeffler India, shares more on the company's presence in India and future plans for the market.

Nurol puts five new Raimondi cranes at work in Dubai

Nurol Construction Co., part of the Nurol Group of Companies (Nurol), has taken delivery of five new Raimondi cranes in the United Arab Emirates to add to its existing fleet. The cranes, two LR213s and three MRT294s, are already at work across two of the contractor?s jobsites.

Raimondi Cranes appoints first official Italian agent to oversee various territories

Raimondi Cranes SpA has announced the appointment of Italasme Srl to represent the company across four key areas in Italy: Liguria, Lombardy, Piedmont, and the Aosta Valley.

Indonesian rental firm adds more Potain MCT 205 cranes to fleet

Kokar WIKA has purchased four more Potain MCT 205 tower cranes over the past 12 months to strengthen its growing rental fleet. The cranes were all ordered through Multicrane Perkasa, Manitowoc?s exclusive dealer for Potain cranes in Indonesia.

Raimondi Cranes appoints official agent of New Zealand

Raimondi Cranes SpA announced the appointment of Heavy Lift Designs (HLD) as the official agent of New Zealand. Founded in 2014 by Managing Director, Eng. Blake Hammon, HLD?s newly-established New Zealand headquarters is situated in Wellington, servicing both the North and South Islands.

Potain MCT 85 cranes help deliver luxury residences in Kolkata

Kolkata-based real estate company PS Group is using three Potain MCT 85 topless cranes to help construct its residential project, PS Panache. ?The MCT 85 tower crane delivers excellent performance in terms of energy consumption and functionality,? said Ravi Kumar Dugar, Director, PS Group. ?We are particularly impressed by its safety features and reliability,? he added.

Potain cranes at Middle East tech hub

China State Construction Engineering Corporation is using nine Potain tower cranes to construct a major new tech-focused development in Dubai. Silicon Park is the brainchild of developer Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, with China State Construction acting as main contractor on the job.

Potain MCT 88?s remote function enables efficient Serbian bridge reconstruction

In Novi Sad, Serbia, a Potain MCT 88 tower crane is playing a pivotal role in a project to rehabilitate the ?e?elj Bridge, which spans the Danube River and connects a key stretch of international railway. Azvi, the construction division of Seville, Spain-based Azvi Group, was tasked in August of 2016 with rebuilding the bridge which was damaged in war.

Manitowoc highlights innovation at bauma China 2016

Manitowoc used bauma China 2016 to highlight its industry-leading innovation, with the presentation of two new tower crane models: the prototype MCH 120, which is still in development, and the MCR 295, which is now commercially available.

Our tower cranes are 100 per cent locally sourced and manufactured

We mainly focus on brand building. This is an opportunity for our customers to come and meet us and see the products on display. This year, we launched a crane at the event in two variations: 6 tonne and 9 tonne. It is completely localised, positioning us well in the market.

Soaring SkyWARDS

Potain MCT 205 cranes help build luxury homes in Dubai

Nine Potain MCT 205 topless tower cranes have been installed to work on the construction of luxury apartments and villas in Dubai, UAE.

Raimondi Cranes Unveils the New MRT159

With a 65 m jib length and a maximum tip load of 1,650 kg, the Raimondi MRT159 boasts a maxium load of 10,000 kg.

Manitowoc Cranes at Excon 2015

At Excon 2015, Manitowoc will be exhibiting its two best-in-class cranes from Potain and Grove. The company will be showcasing the cranes at booth #OD15 in the outdoor area during South Asia?s largest construction equipment and technology trade fair at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre

Towering the Demand Curve

What lifting capacity range of TCs will dominate the demand for free standing, external and internal climbing configurations? Say Malik ?The 5-6T capacity TCs will remain as the most dominate category.

A strategic person

Rajinder Raina has more than 34 years of experience in various domains of the industry. A BE (Mech) and MBA, he has widely travelled for technical collaborations and strategic alliances.

The cranes need to be operator-friendly

Escorts has the exclusive distribution agreement for entire India with Comansa of Spain. Comansa being a pioneer in the field of flat-top cranes called topless cranes offer in the range 6T-64T.

The Show is ON

The market sentiments are right; the government is taking right decisions for growth and development; and the construction equipment sector is sure to face a turnaround.

Manitowoc to Unveil New Tower Cranes

The new topless Potain cranes, the MCT 205 and MCT 85are easy to erect, highly efficient and very reliable.

Potain Tower Cranes Building Dam

Nineteen Potain cranes are working 24/7 at Xayaburi in northern Lagos to create an 820 m long dam across the Mekong River.

Movers & shakers

Concrete moves

Despite the Rs 2,500-crore concrete equipment industry registered nearly 40 per cent fall in the market and is under severe pressure, there is tremendous growth opportunities in the long term.

Our marketshare has improved substantially in the last six months

When it comes to capacity, product range, manpower and servicing, we are quite comfortable and all geared for the upturn. For the past two years, the situation was really bad but we suddenly witnessed a spurt in demand; orders which used to take months and months for closure were getting finalised faster.