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JCB inaugurates new dealer branch in Hosur, Krishnagiri

the new JCB TRR automotive dealership branch employs over 30 employees

ACE posts robust Q2 FY25; revenue up by 14.5% YoY

ACE registered its best-ever Q2 i.e. Jul-Sep quarter in terms of revenue and margins

Sany India inaugurates 22nd 3S branch in Nellore

Sany India inaugurates 22nd 3S branch in Nellore

JCB India launches its most fuel-efficient tracked excavator

India鈥檚 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.

Foresight and BuilderX Collaborate on Remote-Controlled CE

Following a successful proof-of-concept project, Foresight Autonomous has announced a collaboration agreement with BuilderX to develop remote-controlled operation systems for construction equipment

Kubota Debuts Smallest Compact Track Loader Ever

Kubota Debuts Smallest Compact Track Loader Ever

Hyundai鈥檚 ARC Facility Delivers Premium Rebuild Services

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

bauma CONEXPO India, CFI join hands

The 2024 exhibition and conferences will present the latest technologies and innovations for construction sites, mining, extraction and processing of raw materials.

Road ahead for CE industry

Driven by increased government spending, rapid urbanisation, technological advancements, and the 鈥楳ake in India鈥� initiative, the RAHSTA (road) ahead for the CE industry is bright with full of possibilities and opportunities.

Revolutionising Construction

Telematics technology has revolutionised the management of construction equipment.

Celebrating Excellence

The titans of the construction equipment industry were honoured at the 12th BKT Equipment India Awards 2024.

JCB India launches its most fuel-efficient Tracked Excavator

The machine will also be exported to countries around the world

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

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

Roads & Highways Builders book RAHSTA Expo

India鈥檚 Largest Road Construction Expo has attracted exhibitors from all over India and has been sold out in Mumbai for Oct 9-10 at Jio World Convention Centre

Mining Revolution

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

Why is CE Industry Shying Away from Sharing Info

At a time when even the Supreme Court forced the Government of India to reveal the donors to the electoral bond scheme, there are associations in India, which are not maintaining the spirit of transparency, argues PRATAP PADODE.

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.

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.

Constructing Tomorrow

Integrating AI and ML into construction equipment is a game-changer, optimising performance, reducing downtime, and enhancing safety on job sites.

RAHSTA Forum sets the stage for groundbreaking discussions in roads infra

RAHSTA Forum 2024 on August 30 at Hotel Sahara Star paves the way for RAHSTA Expo 2024.

Unveiling the Shadows

India is becoming a valuable source for the global market, showcasing cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.

Skill Up!

India鈥檚 major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce

Our system is a powerful human-machine combination

Bengaluru-based Control One AI, a robotics company founded in 2023, aims to enhance existing equipment with AI and vision systems, making it more intelligent and adaptable. The company鈥檚 Founder and CEO, Pranavan speaks on the company鈥檚 solutions.

Volvo CE sets gold standard in safe demolition

Teams up with PK Unique Projects for a landmark demolition project with its EC750DUHR Excavator

ACE secures major orders from Ministry of Defence

"Strengthens contribution to India鈥檚 defence sector through 鈥楳ake in India鈥� Initiative "

RAHSTA Forum sets the stage for groundbreaking discussions in roads infra

RAHSTA Forum sparks groundbreaking discussions on road infrastructure innovation

There鈥檚 high demand for rental equipment across CEQ categories

Vishal Sharma, Business Partner, Reach International, speaks on the scenario of the rental market in the construction equipment segment.

Breaking New Ground

Demolition equipment, once seen as mere tools for tearing down old structures, has now become a symbol of technological advancement and innovation

Integration of technology is becoming increasingly important

Siddharth Chaturvedi, General Manager 鈥� Marketing, Tata Hitachi, speaks on the key features and benefits of their backhoe loaders.

On the Fast Track

The government鈥檚 ambitious plan to construct 12,000 to 13,000 km of national highways and award similar contracts presents a major opportunity for the road equipment industry growth.

Our focus is on innovation while increasing localisation

Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction Equipment India, speaks on the company鈥檚 growing focus in the compaction business in India, and how it aligns with their broader goals and vision.

The market dynamics of skid steer loader is very optimistic

Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director, CASE Construction Equipment 鈥� India & SAARC region, speaks on the factors fuelling the growth of the skid-steer loaders market in India.

We foresee a strong focus on sustainability

Sunil Talreja, Vice President 鈥� Road Construction Equipment, Road Construction Equipment Division, Action Construction Equipment, speaks on IoT and digital technologies that are gaining momentum in road equipment.

Building the Future

How digitalisation is transforming the construction equipment industry.

Bridging the Skill Gap

India鈥檚 major infrastructure projects highlight the urgent need for a skilled workforce.

CASE India expands footprint in Southern region with new dealership in Vijayawada

The new dealership will also cater to Guntur, Krishna, East and West Godhavari, Vishakapatnam, Vijayanagaram and Srikakulam.

ACE bags order for forklifts and cranes from Ministry of Defence

The order is for 285 special forklifts and six rough terrain cranes

ICEMA reports 5% increase in CE sales to 28,902 units for Q1 FY25

The CE industry had sold 27,577 units in the same period of the previous fiscal.

Kobelco Construction Equipment India launches SK80 excavator

The mid-category excavator cements Kobelco鈥檚 position as a 鈥楾rue Solution Provider鈥�

Earthmovers Surge Ahead

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

Boosting Performance

Lubricants are crucial in enhancing construction equipment performance, reducing wear, and ensuring smooth operation, ultimately leading to increased efficiency and prolonged machinery lifespan.

Lubricants play a crucial role in equipment efficiency: V. Maloo, ENSO

Vaibhav Maloo, Managing Director, ENSO Group, speaks on the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise when selecting lubricants.

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鈥檚 sales pattern for earthmoving equipment.

Our focus has expanded to encompass complete oil life cycle management: Praveen Nagpal, Shell

Praveen Nagpal, Chief Technology Officer, Shell Lubricants India, discusses the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise while selecting lubricants.

Greasing Practices for Construction Equipment

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

We provide comprehensive lifecycle support for mining excavators

Sharwan Agnihotri, Head 鈥� Mining and Export Business, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment (India), speaks on the company鈥檚 approach to providing lifecycle support for mining excavators, including refurbishment options and Extended LifeSeries machines.

Tackling Supply and Quality Concerns in CE Rentals

As demand surges, particularly driven by infrastructure developments in regions like Asia-Pacific, stakeholders face pressing issues ranging from availability mismatches to concerns over maintenance standards.

Focussing towards more sustainable offerings for the construction industry

Jayanta Ray, General Manager 鈥� Industrial and OEM, GS Caltex India, speaks on the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise when selecting lubricants.

Bobcat Launches Electric Telehandler Prototype

Bobcat recently debuted the TL25.60e, an electric telehandler concept based on the diesel version of its super-compact construction telehandler bearing the same model number.

Liebherr Unveils First Large Wheel Loader with Hydrogen Engine

In the race to decarbonize construction sites, Liebherr is betting on hydrogen for large equipment.

Hyundai CE India Advances Excavators with Cutting-Edge Features

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment is one of the leading construction and earthmoving equipment manufacturers in India. Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction Equipment India, speaks on the latest advancements incorporated into their recent hydraulic excavator models.

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

CASE India launches second phase of its Project LEAD initiative

The initiative aims to decrease urban migration while promoting reverse migration.

Magesh S is the new Director of Sales at Putzmeister Concrete Machines

鈥淟ooking forward to delivering value to our customers鈥� business," says Magesh.

Volvo CE unveils new product line-up at Volvo Days 2024

At Volvo Days 2024, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) demonstrates its ambition to lead in sustainability and productivity by displaying pioneering launches and a fresh solutions-based approach 鈥� enabling sustainable change for customers in both regulated and less regulated markets.

XCMG showcases 鈥榞reen鈥� construction equipment, electric wheeled loaders, skid steer loaders, backhoe loaders, mining loaders

China-based XCMG has showcased some of its latest products and technology during its 6th Customer Festival, including a number of alternative powered machines.

Bomag announces new President

Road construction equipment manufacturer Bomag has announced that on 1 July 2024, Ralf Junker will hand over his position as President of the Bomag Group to Dr Ingo Ettischer.

Sany expands presence in New Delhi with new COCO office inauguration

This new office in Delhi aims to play a crucial role in the company鈥檚 vision of enhancing customer satisfaction and driving growth in the Indian market.

Doosan Bobcat India inaugurates State-of-the-Art manufacturing factory expansion at Gummidipundi

The compact excavators are expected to enter full-scale production starting 2025

Loading the Future

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

Building India鈥檚 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.

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

Hyundai holds a No. 2 position in excavator attachments in India.

Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction Equipment India, speaks on the current market size of hydraulic excavators in India, and how has it evolved over the past few years.

Enhancing Efficiency and Safety

Telehandlers have emerged as indispensable equipment in India鈥檚 burgeoning infrastructure and industrial sectors, offering versatility, efficiency, and safety in material handling operations.

Ammann acquires Volvo CE鈥檚 ABG Pavers

Ammann Group has finalised its acquisition of the ABG paving product line from Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE).

Urbanisation Boosts Attachments Market

Rapid urbanisation and infrastructure expansion propel the demand for excavator attachments, driving market growth exponentially.

Indian CE Sales Rise YoY

Indian Construction Equipment industry sales recorded 5 per cent YoY growth; 31 per cent MoM degrowth in April 2024.

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.

Sany, Union Bank collaborate to provide financial support to its customer

To provide growth and opportunities across the country along with enhanced financial support to its customers

Shriram Automall, Volvo CE ink pact for sale of used CE

SAMIL will provide end-to-end support services including parking, inspection, valuation and documentation for Volvo CE customers

ACE partners with Bank of Baroda for financing CE range

The Bank of Baroda finance option will be available across the country for ACE customers

Volvo CE introduces 鈥楤uilt for Bharat鈥� EC210 Hydraulic Excavator

The new excavator is now available at 300+ outlets across the country

CASE India rolls out first skid steer loader for India market

The company announced the foray of its indigenously made SSL in India during last edition of CII EXCON

SDLG inaugurates first manufacturing facility in Bengaluru

A member of Volvo Group, SDLG offers sustainable solutions to construction, earthmoving, infrastructure and mining projects.

SANY India expands presence with opening of new facility in Odisha

Sany Heavy Industry India, a leading global provider of construction machinery and equipment, was pleased to announce the grand opening of HO, Raghunath Machinary.

BTDT hires new Marketing Director

BTDT Inc. is celebrating its 15th year in business and will soon unveil a new, more dynamic website. In addition to a milestone year and website unveiling, the company also is bringing on a new marketing director, Dakota Collins.

Wacker Neuson to expand Serbian plant

German construction equipment manufacturer Wacker Neuson Group said it plans to expand its Serbian plant, located in the southern city of Kragujevac, and will employ an additional 200 workers.

Develon launches expanded digital platform

South Korea-based Develon has introduced the latest iteration of its fleet management system - My Develon, which it says is a new digital platform for managing construction equipment.

Volvo doubles down on data with telematics

Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) is putting data at the heart of its decarbonisation efforts as it invests in advanced telematics and beefs up its carbon footprint reporting.

Ammann Group completes acquisition of Volvo CE鈥檚 ABG Pavers

The transaction includes the transfer of Volvo CE鈥檚 paving businesses in Linyi and Bengaluru as well as Volvo CE麓s ABG facility in Hameln (Germany).

Mini Equipment Market Booms

Mini construction equipment provides the versatility and efficiency needed for modern construction projects, especially in urban areas and confined spaces.

The Concrete Revolution

Groundbreaking concrete equipment is driving the industry forward at an unprecedented pace.

We are investing in our service infrastructure

Schwing Stetter India is a leading manufacturer of concreting equipment in India, producing a wide range of products. The company鈥檚 Chairman and Managing Director VG Sakthikumar speaks on their products that address the needs and challenges of the Indian market.

India鈥檚 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.

Action Construction Equipment's net profit up 108.80% in Q4 FY24

Net profit surged by 106.59%, reaching Rs 98.44 crore in Q4FY24

The mini excavator market is expected to grow significantly

Case Construction Equipment sells and supports a full line of high-performance construction equipment. The company鈥檚 Managing Director Shalabh Chaturvedi speaks on the factors that drive the demand for mini equipment in the Indian construction industry.

Our compaction products are a true testament to Atmanirbharta

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is a leading international manufacturer of premium construction equipment, offering a comprehensive range of products and services in over 140 countries. Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction Equipment India, speaks on the company鈥檚 growing focus in the compaction business in India, and how it aligns with their broader goals and vision.

We focus on sustainability across our operations

Ajax Engineering is a pioneering force in the construction equipment industry, renowned for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Specialising in concrete machinery, Ajax offers a diverse range of products including transit mixers, concrete pumps, batching plants, and more, catering to the needs of the construction sector globally. In an exclusive interaction, Subhabrata Saha, Managing Director, AJAX Engineering, speaks on the company鈥檚 sustainable practices and initiatives in its manufacturing processes.

Innovation is one of the key pillars of our company.鈥�

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.

India鈥檚 CE Sales Surge 26% in FY24

With total equipment sales crossing 1,35,650 units as against 1,07,779 lakh units in FY23, the Indian construction equipment industry has recorded a 26 per cent increase in overall sales volume for the financial year 2023-24, surpassing all projections.

We pioneered the introduction of battery electric wheel loaders in India

SDLG India, a member of Volvo Group, is a leading provider of construction equipment solutions, emphasising innovation, reliability, and affordability. Its range includes wheel loaders, excavators, motor graders, and more. Surat Mehta, Head of SDLG Business in India, speaks about the company鈥檚 newly inaugurated manufacturing facility in Bengaluru and how it has enhanced the company鈥檚 capabilities in serving the Indian market.

AI and ML Reshape Pre-Owned Market

In the used construction equipment industry, CRM plays a pivotal role in fostering lasting relationships with clients and optimising business processes.

Escorts Kubota CE sales jump 9% in March 23

Escorts Kubota Construction Equipment Business Division in March 2024 sold 662 machines registering a growth of 9.2 percent as against 606 machines sold in March 2023.

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