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Construction Equipment Sales Fall 12.6% in Jan; OEMs Feel the Heat

Retail volumes slide as project activity slows

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.

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 It Means for India’s CE Sector

The Union Budget 2026–27 has delivered a clear and positive signal for India’s construction equipment (CE) industry

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.

Rent, Don’t Own

Owning heavy equipment was once a badge of capability for contractors. Today, with rising costs, maintenance hassles, and skilled-operator shortages, renting offers flexibility, cost savings, and hassle-free compliance—making ‘rent, don’t own’ the smarter choice.

Budget FY27: What It Means for India’s CE Sector

With record public capex and a long-awaited incentive scheme for equipment manufacturing, the Union Budget signals a turning point for India’s CE industry amid slowing demand.

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

Union Budget 2026–27 Focuses on Growth, Jobs and Infrastructure

Budget outlines three kartavyas with strong push for manufacturing and capex

India to Spend Rs 12.2 Trillion on Infrastructure in FY27: Budget 2026

Record capital outlay signals renewed push on manufacturing and infrastructure growth

India Builds, China Supplies?

As infrastructure spending accelerates, domestic construction equipment makers warn that cheap imports and weak policy enforcement are eroding local manufacturing

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.

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.

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.

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.

We will launch 13 major products

Deepak Shetty, CEO & MD, JCB India

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

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.

India’s Construction Equipment Bestsellers

Anand Sundaresan received the Lifetime Honour and Vivekanand Vanmeeganathan was named Person of the Year at the Equipment India Awards, held on September 4, 2025, at the Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai

India’s Construction Equipment Bestsellers

Lifetime honours for Anand Sundaresan, Ammann India and Person of the Year for Vivekanand Vanmeeganathan, Caterpillar among industry bestsellers

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.

From Ground Effect to Active Aero

The Evolution of Aerodynamic Innovation in Formula 1 Engineering

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

Small Machines, Big Demand!

How mini construction equipment is reshaping India’s infrastructure landscape

Mini Machines, Mega Impact

Compact, efficient and investment friendly, mini equipment are redefining how small-to-medium infrastructure projects are executed across the country.

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

Reimagining Automation in Construction

As one of the largest employment generators and contributors to GDP, the construction sector is under increasing pressure to deliver faster, safer, and more sustainable infrastructure. In this high-stakes environment, automation is helping to explore the vast potential of modern-day construction.

Smarter, Greener, Stronger

How cutting-edge technologies, sustainability imperatives, and changing construction demands are reshaping the compressor industry.

JCB India Opens New 3S Facility with Badrika Automotive in Rewa

This modern facility will cater to the growing demand for construction and mining equipment in the region.

JCBL delivers staff bus fleets to Mahindra & Mahindra

JCBL Limited, a leading mobility solutions provider and part of the JCBL Group, achieved yet another milestone by successfully delivering 106 custom-designed staff buses to Mahindra & Mahindra, within a record time of three months.

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

Smooth Operations

In the fast-paced construction industry, lubricant advancements are key to enhancing machinery performance and longevity.

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.

Driving Sustainability Through Innovation

The 15th Cement Expo 2025 will spotlight India’s cement industry’s growth, innovation, and sustainability, showcasing cutting-edge solutions for a greener future.

JCB Unveils JCB NXT 225 and JCB NXT 221LC Fuelmaster in Nepal

The event saw over 550 customers, financers, and associations in attendance

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 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

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

JCBL Delivers Staff Bus Fleets to Mahindra & Mahindra

Built on Mahindra’s chassis platforms, these buses are tailored to meet the highest standards of comfort

JCB Hits Major Milestone with One Million Backhoes and Counting

The first JCB Backhoe rolled off the production line in 1953.

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

JCB, SAMIL Tie-up to Revolutionaise Pre-Owned CE Market in India

The growing infrastructure development in India has led to an increase in demand for construction equipment.

JCB Launches CEV Stage 5 Ready Machines at Bharat CE Expo

Reinforces Commitment to Sustainability, Lower Total Cost of Ownership

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

JML expands Chennai plant with focus on sustainability

Case CE has unveiled a special limited-edition model of its 580 Super N backhoe loader, with only 50 units available in the J.I. Case Signature Edition.

Our system is a powerful human-machine combination

Pranavan, Founder and CEO, Control One

Lifting the Skyline

Tower cranes, with their unmatched ability to lift heavy materials to great heights, are playing a critical role in this vertical expansion.

Powering Progress

Gensets are vital power sources, offering reliable electricity for backup, off-grid, and industrial applications.

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 see Southeast Asia as a key market

Harsh Vardhan Jain, CEO, Vinni Chemicals

JML Expands Chennai Plant with Focus on Sustainability

Production capacity grows by 25%, creating 200 new jobs

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.

“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.

Powering Progress

Gensets are vital power sources, offering reliable electricity for backup, off-grid, and industrial applications.

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.