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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.

Roadmap for Encouraging Investment in Indian Infra
The government has directed infrastructure-related ministries to develop a three-year pipeline of projects suitable for PPP implementation

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 the Industry
L&T CMB has also prioritised training the workforce in the segment, with employees constituting 15 per cent of those trained.

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

Budget 2025-26: India’s startup ecosystem gets Rs 10,000 crore Fund of Funds
The fresh infusion will significantly benefit startups.

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

Maximising Equipment Efficiency
How filters enhance construction machinery performance

We are shaping PPP projects to drive infra development in the Northeast
State-owned infrastructure lender India Infrastructure Finance Company (IIFCL) plans to raise approximately $200 million through external commercial borrowing (ECB) this month. In this context, Padmanabhan Raja Jaishankar, Managing Director, IIFCL, speaks with PRATAP PADODE.

Safety is an integral part of our product design
Narasimha Jayakumar, CEO, Greaves Retail

Liebherr Presents Solutions for Construction Sites at Bauma 2025
Multiple premieres and world exclusives: premium products are in the spotlight at Liebherr

Gainwell Engineering Unveils Room & Pillar Mining Equipment
These machines have been manufactured at GEPL’s facility at Panagarh

Schwing Stetter secures major deals at bauma ConExpo
Schwing Stetter India, a leading manufacturer of concrete construction equipment in India, announced a 20 per cent revenue growth target for 2025 during its participation in bauma CONEXPO 2024 in New Delhi.

Cummins India unveils next-generation power solutions
Cummins India Limited, one of the leading providers of power solutions unveiled its advanced range of Aftermarket Solutions for back-up power gensets, construction and mining segments at the 7th edition of bauma ConExpo India 2024.

R&D remains at the heart of ACE’s operations
Manish Handa, Vice President – Earthmoving Equipment Division, Action Construction Equipment

Mini excavators are gaining traction for niche applications
Siddharth Chaturvedi, Head Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery

We’ve launched a mobile long-replacer with a unique spherical motion
Jignesh Patel, Managing Director

Efficiency and sustainability are driving out next year strategy
Mukul Dixit, India Manager of Sales and Marketing Global Construction and Infrastructure Division, Caterpillar India

Caterpillar invests in new products for a reduced-carbon future
Amit Bansal, Director – Sales & Marketing, Building Construction Products (BCP) Division, Caterpillar India.

We are expanding our portfolio from 1,000 to 3,000 SKUs
Sarthak Gupta, CEO, Rennystrips and Binny Gupta, Managing Director, Rennystrips

Schwing Stetter Secures Major Deals at bauma ConExpo
Concrete CE market will experience steady growth in 2025

Cummins India Unveils Next-Generation Power Solutions
Solutions for back-up power gensets, construction and mining segments

Construction costs rise 11% in 2024, driven by labour expenses
The cost of construction in India increased by 11 per cent over the past year, primarily driven by a 25 per cent rise in labour expenses, according to Colliers 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.

228 infra projects worth Rs 15.89 trn recommended for approval
As many as 228 big-ticket infrastructure projects of different ministries, including roads and railways, worth Rs 15.89 trillion have been recommended for approval under the PM GatiShakti initiative so far, a top government official said.

JCB inaugurates new dealer branch in Hosur, Krishnagiri
JCB India announced the opening of the newest branch of its Dealership, TRR Automotive in Hosur, Krishnagiri district.

“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.

Automation and digitalisation are integral to our product strategy
Jaideep Shekhar, Managing Director, Terex India, speaks on the significant trends that are shaping the industry in India today.

Shaping the Future of Sustainable Mining
IMME 2024, held in Kolkata, showcased cutting-edge mining technologies and fostered global collaboration, highlighting sustainability, innovation, and India’s growing role as a key player in the global mining industry.

"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.

All our new products are CEV V compliant
Italy’s 2024 construction machinery market drops 13 per cent, with road machines seeing modest growth

Decline in Italian CE Market
Italy’s 2024 construction machinery market drops 13 per cent, with road machines seeing modest growth

We are unveiling electric and hybrid machines
VG Sakthikumar, Managing Director Schwing Stetter India

We will showcase our 125kVA CPCB IV+ genset
Cummins India designs, manufactures, and services diesel and alternative fuel engines (2.8 to 95 liters), power generators (up to 3000 kW), and related components. The Cummins team highlights the innovative technologies showcased at the exhibition.

Drives Innovation in India’s Concrete Industry
Columbia Machine, a global leader in concrete production technology, is driving innovation in the Indian market. We specialise in concrete block machines and concrete wet press solutions, catering to the growing demand for high-quality concrete products.

Bonfiglioli is in midst of Rs 3,200 million capex in India
Kennady V Kaippally, Country Manager, Bonfiglioli India

At BKT, we are focusing on sustainable sourcing
Prasanta Ganguly, Head – OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries

Our emphasis is on manufacturing machines that are fuel-efficient
Manish Mathur, CEO, Action Construction Equipment (ACE)

JCB inaugurates new dealer branch in Hosur, Krishnagiri
the new JCB TRR automotive dealership branch employs over 30 employees

India to become third-largest economy by 2030-31: S&P Global
India is on course to become the world's third-largest economy by fiscal 2030-31, driven by a projected annual growth rate of 6.7 per cent, according to S&P Global’s inaugural study, India Forward: Emerging Perspectives.

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.

Centre unveils 17 Bihar projects
The Central government has launched 17 key infrastructure projects for Bihar, aiming to boost the State’s overall development and connectivity.

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.

Copeland announces Rs 500 crore investments in India
Copeland, a global leader in sustainable climate solutions, announced a Rs 500 crore investment in India to expand its manufacturing facility in Atit, Maharashtra and for the construction of a new global R&D centre in Pune, Maharashtra.

India’s Road Network Boom
India has doubled its road network in the past decade, boosting connectivity and attracting significant interest from infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs).

Hyundai’s ARC Facility Delivers Premium Rebuild Services
The ARC workshop facility is designed according to HD Hyundai's global quality standards.

Mining industry sees rising demand for efficiency and digitalisation
Yashvardhan Bajla, Director – Business Development, Taurian MPS, speaks on the industry’s focus on sustainability influencing crusher design and production.

Ratan Naval Tata: 28 December 1937 - 9 October 2024
Ratan Naval Tata, a visionary leader and philanthropic force behind Tata Trusts, left an indelible legacy in business and society.

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

We are exploring advanced automation, digitalisation, and electrification
Yashvardhan Bajla, Director – Business Development, Taurian MPS, speaks on the main challenges faced by mining companies regarding crusher performance and durability.

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.

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

Unmanned manufacturing operations are now a reality
Avcon Systems has extensive product offerings to solve challenges in the material handling equipment (MHE) space. Aniket Sawarkar, CEO, Avcon Systems, shares insights on the evolving material handling processes in India.

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.

Copeland announces Rs 500 crore investment in India
To increase manufacturing capacity and accelerate climate innovation

Integration of technology is becoming increasingly important
Siddharth Chaturvedi, General Manager – Marketing, Tata Hitachi, speaks on the key features and benefits of their backhoe loaders.

Building the Future
How digitalisation is transforming the construction equipment industry.

Revolutionising Fleet Management
In the demanding world of heavy equipment operation, maintenance often takes a backseat, leading to costly breakdowns and inefficiencies. As construction and mining fleets work around the clock in remote locations, overlooking essential maintenance tasks can severely impact productivity.

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

Financiers are increasingly interested in RE and sustainable projects
During a recent press conference where India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL) signed an MoU with GuarantCo, Padmanabhan Raja Jaishankar, Chairman of IIFCL, spoke about the company’s focus on renewable energy and other infrastructure segments

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

Revolutionising Asphalt Production
The advent of cutting-edge technologies and innovative processes is setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and performance in asphalt production.

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

All our equipment sales crossed all previous benchmarks
Rohit Punjabi, Vice President (Excavator Business), LiuGong India, speaks on the company’s sales pattern for earthmoving equipment.

Greasing Practices for Construction Equipment
Lubrication is one of the most important investments you can make for your machine health.

FM Sitharaman announces substantial benefits for Bihar and Andhra
For the fiscal year, Rs 15,000 crore will be allocated.

TVS Mobility arm acquires Italy-based automotive components supplier
TVS Mobility group on July 1 said its subsidiary SI Air Springs has acquired Italy-based automotive components supplier Roberto Nuti Group, which will help it broaden the product range and strengthen its position in the global market.

Limited market awareness hinders rental service penetration
Mukesh Sharma, Country Manager, Atlas Copco Specialty Rental Division in India, speaks on the current landscape of the construction equipment rental market, and the latest trends in the market.

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

Loading the Future
Recent innovations in wheel loader technology have been transformative, and electric wheel loaders are at the forefront of this revolution.

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.

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

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.

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.

Volvo EC210: A Technological Marvel
Built for Bharat, Volvo EC210 offers superior performance, exceptional fuel efficiency and lower maintenance cost, and will be available at 300+ outlets across the country.

Lubricating India’s Mining for Higher Efficiency
One of India’s mining giants sought a strategic solution from MobilTM to optimise their equipment performance and minimise maintenance disruptions

Adani plans Rs 800 bn investment
Adani Enterprises has announced plans to invest a staggering Rs 800 billion in the current fiscal year, signalling a significant push towards expansion and development across various sectors.

$120 mn investments, $250 mn credit for Chabahar Port growth
The signing of the long-term bilateral contract on Chabahar Port Operations occurred in the presence of HE Mehrdad Bazrpash, Minister of Roads & Urban Development, Iran, and India’s Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal.

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

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.

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.

Gadkari vows rapid transformation for Nagpur
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has pledged to expedite the transformation of Nagpur, emphasising the government's commitment to the city's development.

Gerrit Marx is new CEO of CNH
CNH Industrial N.V. announces the appointment of Gerrit Marx to the role of CEO effective July 1, 2024.

Powering Construction
Air compressors play a crucial role in construction, maintenance, and repair tasks at infrastructure project sites.

Power Under Pressure
Hydraulic hoses are the lifelines of construction equipment, powering machines to move earth, lift loads, and shape our urban landscapes.

Highways to Progress
India’s road infrastructure has evolved through innovative public-private partnerships, technological advancements, and sustainability initiatives, driving economic growth and setting global standards.

The Crushing Evolution!
What are the key criteria sought by operators of crushers and screens? And how do modern models differ in their features and capabilities?

Gerrit Marx is new CEO of CNH
Marx returns to CNH from Iveco Group, succeeding Scott W. Wine

Dhami cabinet approves clean urban transport policy
The Dhami-led cabinet has taken a significant step towards promoting sustainability in urban areas with the approval of a new policy focusing on clean urban transport.

Liebherr tower cranes renovate bridge in Spain
The company finished the 2023 business year with a record revenue of Euro 14,042 mn.

Booming Demand
Industrial cranes are witnessing a soaring demand as they play a crucial role in various sectors, from construction to logistics, contributing to India's infrastructural growth.

A Leap Towards Cleaner Future
Hengst Filtration has unveiled cutting-edge filtration plant in Bengaluru, pioneering sustainable development in India.

Hengst Filtration Unveils State-of-the-Art Facility in Bengaluru
Hengst Filtration Unveils State-of-the-Art Facility in Bengaluru