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The 20-Tonne Advantage
Why the 20–22 tonne segment is emerging as the industry’s undisputed workhorse.
Technology is reshaping excavator demand
Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction Equipment India, discusses shifting customer priorities, sustainable technologies and the evolving role of excavators in India’s infrastructure growth
The market is shifting to lifecycle value
Siddharth Chaturvedi, General Manager, Marketing, Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery, discusses evolving customer expectations, fuel efficiency, connected excavators, and the technologies reshaping India’s hydraulic excavator market.
Contractors are buying outcomes, not machines
Raja Sharma, Head – Product Marketing, HD Construction Equipment India, explains how fuel efficiency, connectivity, lifecycle costs and operational flexibility are influencing excavator demand in India.
Escorts Kubota Launches NeoStar Compact Tractors
New range targets horticulture, sugarcane and vineyard farmers
The Fuel Revolution
Rising fuel costs, tighter emission norms and sustainability goals are pushing India’s construction equipment industry beyond diesel and into a new energy era.
Filters at the Core
As construction equipment works longer in harsher conditions, advanced filtration systems are becoming critical for machine uptime, fuel efficiency and lower operating costs. Smart filters and localisation are now reshaping India’s CE ecosystem
India Moves Higher
India’s infrastructure expansion is driving demand for advanced crane solutions. From metros and refineries to renewable energy projects, cranes are becoming essential for faster execution, safer operations and precision-led construction.
Vertical Moves
Efficient material handling is helping high-rise projects overcome space, safety and logistics challenges, ensuring faster, smarter and seamless vertical construction.
Wirtgen Powers Mumbai-Pune Connectivity Project
Advanced pavers cut travel time and boost infrastructure efficiency.
The Backup Edge
Modern gensets are evolving into intelligent, fuel-efficient backup systems, ensuring uninterrupted power while supporting smarter and more sustainable buildings.
Road to Viksit Bharat
Key insights on quality, safety and sustainability from the RAHSTA 2026 Roundtable.
Fuel efficiency is now a buying benchmark
PN Krishnakumar, CEO, XCMG India, discusses the trends reshaping India’s hydraulic excavator market, from fuel efficiency and telematics to rental-driven demand and sustainable machine technologies.
We are powering the shift to cleaner energy
Jameson Mendonca, Power Generation Business Leader at Cummins India, shares insights on how IoT-enabled gensets, hybrid power systems, and sustainable technologies are transforming energy reliability for India’s construction and infrastructure projects.
Build Better, Not Cheaper
Aggressive underbidding and rising costs are pushing India’s road sector towards unsustainable growth. The industry must focus on innovation-led execution, not just cheaper contracts, says ABHIJIT SOM.
Smart Fuel Management for CE Fleets
Contractors are turning to smarter fuel management strategies to control diesel costs and improve equipment productivity.
Accelerating Tunnel Development at Teesta Stage-VI
Trials with BEL MX80 emulsion explosives enhanced tunnel advance rates and significantly reduced post-blast fume clearance time at the Teesta Stage-VI hydropower project.
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.
Rental market is expected to grow Rs 42,000 cr by 2030
Col (Retd) Shaishav Srivastava, CEO, Synfra, explains the market gaps, technology challenges, operator ecosystem, financing opportunities and the future of equipment rentals in India.
When Geopolitics Hits the Jobsite
As oil prices surge and aggressive negative bidding deepens, India’s road construction sector finds itself squeezed between global uncertainty and domestic structural weaknesses.
RAHSTA Awards Open Nominations for Contractors
Awards to honour excellence in road project execution
Volvo Trucks Launches FMX Edge for Mining
New off-road dump truck targets safer and efficient mining operations
Afcons Bridge Project Reviewed in Maldives
Minister appreciated Afcons team for advancing key project
Schwing Showcases Solutions at BIG 5 Addis Ababa
Company engaged contractors and ready-mix players across Africa
Epiroc, SANY Partner for Mining Solutions
Partnership to combine equipment, tools and electrification solutions
Second TBM Lowered for Mumbai Tunnel Project
13.6-metre cutterhead installed at Sawli for tunnel works
Wirtgen Group Powers Mumbai–Pune Connectivity Project
Advanced pavers cut travel time and boost infrastructure efficiency
MYCRANE Expands Saudi Team With Key Commercial Appointments
Shiraaj Shaleeh and Aashish Mulye join to strengthen crane operations in KSA
HD Construction and J&K Bank Expand Equipment Financing in J&K
MoU aims to boost Hyundai excavator and loader adoption in the Union Territory
BKT Showcases Tyre Innovation at Agritechnica Asia
BKT and Thai partner display advanced solutions for Southeast Asian agriculture
Ammann India Launches CPB36 Concrete Boom Pump
CPB36 Truck Mounted Concrete Boom Pump strengthens Ammann Elba portfolio
Anoop Jindal Named VP, B2B Sales at Castrol India
Castrol elevates Jindal to lead OEM and South Asia sales growth
Zoomlion Expands African Operations to Boost Infrastructure
New Morocco subsidiary strengthens local service and project support
RAHSTA Awards 2026 Opens for India’s Leading Road Developers
Nominations now open to honour excellence in highway and toll projects
Bridgestone Expands Farm Tyre Range
New VT-TRACTOR XXL tyres support high-horsepower tractors
CASE RoofX Wins SaMoTer Innovation Award
Autonomy platform recognised for advancing construction equipment intelligence
Epiroc Supports Shimla Bypass Tunnel Work
Hydraulic breaker enables safe excavation in sensitive Himalayan terrain
Putzmeister Supports Vizianagaram Railway Tunnels
SPM 500 improves shotcreting in challenging tunnel terrain
Hyundai CE Opens New Andaman Dealership
New facility to strengthen customer support in the islands
Liebherr Excavators Win Red Dot Award
Compact wheeled excavators receive top product design honour
HD Hyundai Expands Dealer Presence in Gujarat
New facility to improve parts, service and customer support
L&T Achieves Double Tunnel Breakthrough at Dibang
Dibang project in Arunachal achieved simultaneous breakthroughs in Diversion Tunnel-4 and Diversion Tunnel-5 on 28 April 2026.
Hanoi Metro Line 3 Completes TBM Breakthrough
Twin tunnels will support faster travel across Vietnam’s capital
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.
RAHSTA 2026 to Host Certified Highway Construction Masterclass
The masterclass brings together industry experts, engineers and infrastructure professionals for an intensive two-day programme.
ICEMA Western Region Discusses Industry Growth
ICEMA Western Region members discuss growth and resilience
Ammann India Hosts Gujarat Engineers at Mehsana Facility
Gujarat engineers visit Ammann India for road technology training
Tata Hitachi appoints NP Singh as AVP – Construction Service
N P Singh to lead service operations at Tata Hitachi
Shapoorji Pallonji E&C appoints Jaspreet Bhullar as CEO
Leadership transition at SP E&C effective from May 2026
Kobelco India hosts dealer conference in Hanoi
Conference focuses on growth, strategy and dealer excellence
Gainwell Group Launches InfraServe Global
The company manufactures, services and distributes products like asphalt and concrete batching plants, road maintenance equipment
Can CE Industry Keep Pace?
As global conflicts drive up fuel, steel and freight costs, the CE industry faces mounting financial pressure. Can OEMs, contractors and rental firms adapt swiftly enough to sustain growth?
Driving the Build
Powering India’s infrastructure boom, trucks and tippers are evolving with smarter tech, cleaner fuels, and higher efficiency—driving productivity across construction and mining.
Still the Backbone
Even as specialised machines gain ground, backhoe loaders remain central to India’s construction ecosystem, delivering unmatched versatility, cost efficiency, and reliability across diverse projects.
Technology is reshaping modern backhoe loaders
Puneet Vidyarthi, Head of Brand Marketing, CASE Construction Equipment, APAC & India, speaks on the outlook for the Indian backhoe loader market over the next five years.
Air Apparent
From drilling to finishing, compressors are the silent drivers of construction, enabling faster, cleaner, and more efficient project execution.
CE Exports Hold Steady Despite Current Uncertainties
Italian CE exports stay resilient at €3.2 billion, as strong segments offset global uncertainties and uneven market demand
Beyond Deployment: Managing Regulatory Risks in IEs
Regulatory risks often emerge after deployment, shaping how industrial equipment businesses scale and operate, write HIMANSHU OJHA and SUPRATIM GUHA.
Can India Build the World’s Next CE Hub?
India’s construction equipment sector is moving from import dependence to global manufacturing leadership, driven by localisation and innovation.
Hydraulic Excavators Market to Reach $81.7 Bn by 2033
Electrification remains a key trend, with manufacturers introducing hybrid and fully electric models to meet evolving emission standards.
Truck Rental Rates Stay Strong Amid Rising Costs
Firm rentals were driven by strong year-end industrial and consumption demand, steady fleet availability, and no major supply disruptions.
CE Industry Sustains Strong Momentum in Feb 2026
The consistency of expansion across segments highlights a well-distributed demand environment, rather than growth being concentrated in a few pockets.
We are bullish on the next five years
Laxmi Shukla, Asst. Vice President – Earthmoving Equipment Division, Action Construction Equipment, speaks on the outlook for the Indian backhoe loader market, and India’s potential as a global export hub.
Schwing Powers Ganga Expressway Construction
594 km corridor links Meerut to Prayagraj, boosting connectivity
Schwing Supports Assam’s Longest Flyover
Maharaj Prithu Flyover boosts urban mobility in Guwahati
Alltech Hands Over Unisurface 8000 to Hindustan Colas
Alltech marks formal delivery of microsurfacing machine to Hindustan Colas.
PMGSY-III Extension Strengthens Rural Growth
ICEMA backs PMGSY-III extension till March 2028
Italian Machinery Exports Stay Stable Amid Uncertainty
Earthmoving demand helps offset weaker global market conditions
Doosan Bobcat Drives Skills with Loader Training Push
New programme targets operator shortage and equipment adoption
BEML Wins Rs 590 Crore Defence Order for Mine Trawls
Defence Ministry awards BEML contract for T-72 and T-90 tank systems
MYCRANE Crosses 1,000 India Customers
Digital crane procurement gains strong momentum in India.
Conmat Announces Assam Manufacturing Facility
New plant unveiled in presence of Assam Chief Minister
Ammann India Delivers ABG 7920 Paver in Tamil Nadu
Handover in Perambalur reinforces focus on road-building efficiency
India CE Industry Ends FY26 on a Steady Recovery Path
Q4 and March gains signal improving momentum across key segments
Caculo JCB Opens New 3S Facility in North Goa
New Karaswada facility strengthens sales, service and support in Goa
Beam Falls at BKC Metro Site, Crane Topples
Heavy beam falls during lifting operation at Mumbai metro site
Kobelco Opens New Dealership in Hubballi
SB Construction Equipments joins network in North Karnataka
HD Hyundai Expands Dealership with Portrucks in Uttar Pradesh
Portrucks joins as authorised partner for material handling solutions
CNH Launches Pond Restoration Drive to Promote Water Conservation and Community Wellbeing
The project aims to rejuvenate the heritage Bhola Rawal Pond
BEML Unveils India’s First 35-Ton Electric Dump Truck
Indigenous EV dump truck targets sustainable mining solutions
CCI Clears Citrus Move to Raise Hitachi Machinery Stake
Citrus gets nod to increase stake and take sole control of HCJI
Liebherr Reports Stable Growth in 2025
Group posts €14.77 bn revenue as autonomy and electrification gain pace
Rising Costs Keep Truck Rentals Firm in March: Shriram Mobility Bulletin
Tyre prices rise to 10% in April 2026, with manufacturers implementing hikes due to surging crude oil costs
WOLFF cranes deployed at London Television Centre site
Five cranes support complex redevelopment near London Underground
Doosan Bobcat expands India reach with Earthforce range
Compact excavators E18z, E33z and E53 target urban and rural projects
CE Sales Fall 12.6% in Jan; OEMs Feel the Heat
Retail volumes slide as project activity slows
Liquid Power at Work
As India’s infrastructure push gathers pace, advanced lubrication technologies are quietly emerging as critical enablers of equipment efficiency, uptime, and sustainability.
Breaking Ground Smarter
At the Navi Mumbai International Airport site, smarter blasting using high-energy explosives and drone analytics is reducing oversize rock and boosting efficiency.
Sanjay Saxena, Sany India’s Visionary COO, Passes Away
Sanjay Saxena, Sany India’s Visionary COO, Passes Away
The market is shifting from cost to lifecycle value
Aaron Ravenscroft, President and CEO, The Manitowoc Company, speaks on what makes the Potain MCT 105 strategically important for India.
Heavy Lifts, Higher Ambitions
India’s infrastructure boom is driving demand for smarter, stronger lifting solutions. As projects grow in scale and complexity, cranes are evolving into critical enablers of speed, safety and precision.
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.
Rewriting India’s Road Story
Why the next phase of highway growth will be defined not by kilometres, but by quality, capital and capability.
Sanjay Saxena, Sany India’s Visionary COO, Passes Away
The construction equipment industry mourns the loss of Sanjay Saxena, Sany India's respected COO, whose leadership shaped the company’s success in South Asia.
Construction Equipment Industry Registers 8% YoY Growth in February 2026
The Construction Equipment (CE) industry continues to demonstrate resilience, with a solid 8% year-on-year (YoY) growth in February 2026, reflecting an upward trend in both exports and domestic sales.
ACE and Kato Collaborate for High-End Crane Manufacturing in India
ACE and Kato Works form a joint venture to manufacture advanced cranes.
Beyond the Buzz
Why construction tech still struggles to land
Reaching New Heights in Concreting
From advanced pumps to precise mix design, high-rise construction relies on technology, coordination and expertise to deliver concrete efficiently at ever-greater heights.
Tata Hitachi EX1200V Excavator Deployed by Edifice Engineering
For a major high-rise demolition project in Haryana
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