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Epiroc Supports Shimla Bypass Tunnel Work

Hydraulic breaker enables safe excavation in sensitive Himalayan terrain

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

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

Greater Noida facility achieves major tractor production milestone

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.

Epiroc India Opens Regional Office in Udaipur

New office strengthens collaboration and customer focus

Ion Exchange Partners MANN+HUMMEL for Membranes

Collaboration to localise advanced membrane technologies in India

Doosan Bobcat Drives Skills with Loader Training Push

New programme targets operator shortage and equipment adoption

Hengst Opens Fuel Filter Line in Bengaluru

New India-made line to supply domestic and export markets

Scaling Up Safety and Productivity

How demolition technology reduces danger and increases speed of descaling, writes JEFF KEELING.

Engineering the Energy Balance

As India pushes towards net zero while sustaining rapid industrial growth, engineering innovations—from carbon capture to smart grids—are emerging as the key to balancing energy security with decarbonisation, writes SATISH INGAVALE.

Disrupt. Digitise. Drive.

Construction equipment enters a transformative era—driven by innovation, disruption, and digitisation shaping smarter, sustainable and competitive future.

Rewriting the DNA of Mobile Hydraulics

Hydraulics is no longer just about force; it has become a sophisticated mechatronic science.

Gainwell Trucking Clocks 300+ Units In 6 Months

Plans to Add 100 Employees Across 10 Locations to Drive Triple-Digit Growth in 2026

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.

Budget FY27: What CE Companies Are Watching

With the Union Budget for FY27 scheduled for February 1, the construction equipment (CE) sector is closely monitoring potential policy measures aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and reducing import dependence. According to sources, the government is considering an incentive scheme of over Rs 13,000 crore, targeting high-value equipment such as tunnel boring machines, ropeways, backhoe loaders, cranes, engines, and transmission systems.

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 Focuses on Growth, Jobs and Infrastructure

Budget outlines three kartavyas with strong push for manufacturing and capex

Gulf Oil Lubricants Expands Infrastructure Portfolio with Key OEM Alliances

Key partnerships with ACE, Ammann India and XCMG

Doosan Bobcat India Showcases Innovative Product Lineup at Excon 2025

. Each product reflects Bobcat’s legacy of innovation, durability, and unmatched performance.

EU Draws a Line on Mobile Cranes

EU anti-dumping action signals turning point for global lifting equipment markets.

India Rising

Rising demand, resilient sales, and renewed infrastructure momentum pushed India’s CE industry to 1,40,191 units in FY2025. As the nation gears up for Excon 2025, the message is clear—India is rising, and so is its machinery.

Awarding Excellence in Cement

The 9th Indian Cement Review Awards 2025 and the Multilogistix Awards 2025, held concurrently with the 15th Edition of Cement Expo and Conference, celebrated the excellence across the cement and logistics sectors.

Tipping Point

As India builds at an unprecedented pace, tipper trucks have become the backbone of progress—spurring fresh investments, advanced models, and a vibrant, fast-evolving market.

Steel at a Crossroads

Rising construction demand meets missing steel grades, pushing India’s builders and OEMs to a defining crossroads.

How CE Sector Can Enable Grassroots Infra Growth

Designed for agility and durability, CE are enabling the construction of everything from irrigation canals to village roads, notes MANISH MATHUR.

Silent Muscle

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

Boosting Tunnel Advance at Teesta VI

BEL MX80 trials improve tunnel advance rates and cut fume clearance time at Teesta Stage-VI project

Financing India’s Highways

Sustainable financing and strong governance are vital to keep India’s road expansion on track.

Powering India’s $30-Trillion Leap

India’s $30-trillion dream hinges on infrastructure, where construction equipment transforms from heavy machines into smart, sustainable, nation-building enablers.

Ammann India Honoured for ‘Best Sustainable Strategies’ at Gujarat State Leadership Awards 2025

The recognition underscores the company’s commitment to advancing nation-building through sustainable infrastructure development, in line with its theme for the year

Tips to Keep Corrosion Out of Your WIP Cycle!

These tips are great ways to streamline WIP cycle to get parts through the manufacturing process.

Crushing Need!

How cutting-edge technology is transforming crushing and screening for faster, smarter, and greener operations.

Propel is at the forefront of digital transformation.”

V Senthil Kumar, Managing Director of Propel Industries, discusses key technological advancements in crushing and screening equipment and the future of the market in India.

We’re building India’s premier CE mgmt and rental platform

Janardhan Reddy, Founder, shares how AUEQI is bridging critical gaps in equipment management—infusing structure, transparency, and technology into a fragmented industry.

Decentralisation and mobility are the future

Piero Guizzetti, CEO, MB Crusher India, speaks on the key technological advancements in crushing and screening equipment.

LiuGong India Rolls Out BS-V Compliant and Electric Machines

Launches electric and emission-compliant machines

Powerful Attachments, Smarter Work

In today’s fast-paced construction world, powerful equipment attachments are transforming job sites, enabling contractors to work smarter, increase productivity, reduce costs, and maximise existing machine potential.

The Unsung Game-Changers

In the race to build faster and smarter, construction equipment attachments are emerging as the silent revolutionaries—transforming machines, maximising productivity, and reshaping project execution across India’s infrastructure boom

Backhoe Boom

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

Protect and Monitor

Discover simple, effective steps to ensure long-term corrosion control and asset protection using VpCI® preservation methods.

Escorts Kubota Launches BLX 75 Backhoe Loader

The company has no immediate plans to introduce the BLX 75 internationally

Bobcat S70 Skid Steer Loader in Steel Plant Applications

S70 delivers strong productivity, handling various tasks such as material handling

Lifting India’s Future

As India builds faster and taller, industrial cranes are emerging as essential, intelligent machines powering the nation’s infrastructure, logistics, and industrial growth.

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.

The demand for OTR tyres is at an all-time high

Ashok P Chhajer, Sr. General Manager – OE Sales, (Domestic Market), Balkrishna Industries, speaks on the most significant innovations in OTR tyre technology that are improving performance and durability

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.

Off-Road Revolution

OTR tyres are driving a new era in heavy-duty mobility, transforming performance, safety, and durability across mining, construction, and infrastructure’s toughest terrains

Transforming OEM and Equipment Manufacturing

ERP systems are becoming increasingly intelligent day by day. They now leverage historical data, real-time market trends, and even external factors to make more accurate demand and financial forecasts, write YUVRAJ SHIDHAYE.

Unacea Assembly Focuses on Innovation

In early 2025, Italy saw a 6 per cent rise in construction equipment sales, totalling 4,400 units, per Unacea data

Making Logistics Sector More Productive

Traditionally, customs clearance as well as cross-border logistics have been extremely paper-intensive.

Mega Machines!

From metro tunnellers to 3D-printed bridges, the future of Indian infrastructure may depend on super-sized mega machines — but will terrain, cost, and scale cooperate?

Strategies to Maximise Equipment Lifespans

Corrosion is an aggressive force in underground mines. While it seems unstoppable, there are a variety of ways to slow it down and diminish the negative effects on mining assets.

Atlas Copco Launches Reman Equipment Programme in India

The main objective of the programme is to ?extend the operational life of the equipment

Big Apple Boosts India’s Manufacturing Optics

Six Raimondi Flat-Tops Drive Construction of Landmark Project in Dublin

Irish Cranes supplies Raimondi MRT573 topless tower cranes to Walls Construction

Making Roads Smarter

India’s asphalt plant industry is undergoing a smart transformation, powered by innovation, sustainability, and localisation—redefining how roads are built with greener tech, digital control, and local manufacturing muscle

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.

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.

Smart Automation in Roadbuilding

Smart Automation in Roadbuilding stands for precise asphalt reclamation and paving along paths defined by digital terrain models.

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.

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.

Raising the Bar!

In 2018-19, the First Construction Council’s analysis of TMT bars revealed significant quality issues, urging urgent action to improve safety standards in India’s rapidly growing infrastructure sector.

Empowering a Future-Ready Workforce

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

Empowering the Future of Construction

Ammann Academy plays a crucial role in empowering operators, technicians, and engineers with the expertise required to maximise the efficiency and longevity of cutting-edge equipment.

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

Innovations, Training, and Future of Upskilling

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

ELGi Unveils Ground-breaking “STABILISOR” Technology

"Setting New Standards in Compressed Air Reliability, Energy Costs, and Variable Flow "

Cummins Reports Strong Fourth Quarter

Total Sales for the quarter at Rs 3,041 crore

Pritika Auto begins tractor component production

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

Keys to Successful Conveyor Safety

Equipment vendors and third-party trainers can be highly effective sources of training.

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

Hamm Launches New HC and HD Series Compactors and Rollers for Indian Market

These innovative machines are designed to meet the latest CEV Stage V emission standards

Our products aim to enhance customer productivity

MT Swamy, Regional Leader – APAC (ex-China), Infrastructure Business, Kennametal India

Kennametal to Showcase Earthworks Solutions at Bauma India

Kennametal India, foundation drilling, road rehabilitation, surface mining, trenching, wear protection solutions, bauma CONEXPO 2024

“IoT-enabled technologies are revolutionising construction equipment.

Manav Kohli, Chief Operating Officer, Gainwell and Head, Caterpillar Dealership Business, speaks on the key trends shaping the construction equipment industry in India and globally.

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

Rolling Strong

Undercarriage parts are the unsung heroes of heavy machinery, enduring tough conditions and ensuring smooth operation. In this article, we explore how these components keep your equipment rolling strong.

"ELGi sees growth in vacuum technology market."

Rakesh Rao spoke to Dr Jairam Varadaraj, Managing Director, and Anvar Jay Varadaraj, Chief Operating Officer, of Elgi Equipments, to know more about the company’s future plans and industry trends.

Decline in Italian CE Market

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

Hyundai’s ARC Facility Delivers Premium Rebuild Services

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

Unearthing Potential

Today, mining is a $1 trillion industry, providing materials for everything from the energy sector to the commercial goods market.

Revolutionising Construction

Telematics technology has revolutionised the management of construction equipment.

Tata Hitachi wins big at 12th BKT Equipment India Awards 2024

The Awards was held on 10 October 2024 at Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai.

Jaideep Shekhar is Equipment India Person of the Year 2024

He was selected during the 12th BKT Equipment India Awards held on 10 October 2024 at Jio Convention Centre

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

Mining Revolution

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

Maximising Uptime

India bearings market is projected to reach $6714.8 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 13.5 per cent from 2024 to 2032.

India’s Logistics Sector Grows 5% in H1 2024

India’s logistics and industrial sector saw strong growth in H1 2024, with significant rent increases in major cities due to high demand for warehousing and light manufacturing.