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Steelmakers urge govt to impose temporary tax to curb cheap imports
India’s steelmakers have appealed to the government to urgently impose a temporary tax on cheap steel imports from China, Japan, and South Korea.
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.
We will be unveiling four electric products
LiuGong India is one of the leading manufacturers of construction equipment in India. Rohit Punjabi, Vice President – Excavator Business, LiuGong India, discusses the trends he is observing in the construction equipment industry and how his company is adapting to these changes.
We will be unveiling four electric products
LiuGong India is one of the leading manufacturers of construction equipment in India. Rohit Punjabi, Vice President – Excavator Business, LiuGong India, discusses the trends he is observing in the construction equipment industry and how his company is adapting to these changes.
JCB inaugurates new dealer branch in Hosur, Krishnagiri
the new JCB TRR automotive dealership branch employs over 30 employees
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.
JCB India launches its most fuel-efficient Tracked Excavator
The machine will also be exported to countries around the world
Unveiling the Shadows
India is becoming a valuable source for the global market, showcasing cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
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.
There’s 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.
JCB introduces telescopic boom platform, the T 65D in India
The machine is powered by a JCB diesel engine and comes with two work zones.
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.
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 ÿճԹ, speaks on the latest advancements incorporated into their recent hydraulic excavator models.
CV industry expects turnaround in H2FY25
During FY24, the CV industry faced unexpected challenges, resulting in muted volume growth of 0.7 per cent.
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
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.
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 ÿճԹ, speaks on the current market size of hydraulic excavators in India, and how has it evolved over the past few years.
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
Mini Equipment Market Booms
Mini construction equipment provides the versatility and efficiency needed for modern construction projects, especially in urban areas and confined spaces.
Driving Innovation
OTR tyre innovation is transforming India’s mining and construction industries.
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
Interview: Ramesh Palagiri, MD & CEO, Wirtgen India
Ramesh Palagiri speaks on the company’s participation at Excon.
We will unveil BS V compliant machines
A global leader in construction equipment since 1842, CASE has been present in India since 1989, and has been consistently remained a market leader in the vibratory compactor segment and a leading player in the backhoe loader segment. The company’s Managing Director, Shalabh Chaturvedi, speaks on the investment made in the Indian market in terms of the manufacturing facility.
CASE to introduce 6 new innovative products at Excon
CASE will enter two new categories with the introduction of new products
BKT Tires announces participation in EXCON 2023
BKT Tires has strategically positioned itself as 'Bharat ka Tire.
The Indian excavator market stands at around 25,000 machines
During the recently-held JCB Excavator Day in Pune, Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India, speaks on the current market share of excavators in the Indian construction equipment industry and JCB’s position within it.
New energy equipment at BICES 2023
BICES has clearly become a significant platform and support for the construction machinery industry.
JCB India showcases range of next-gen Tracked Excavators at Pune
These projects will contribute to the Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
JCB India showcases range of next-gen Tracked Excavators at Pune
These projects will contribute to the Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
23 awards presented to Construction Equipment BESTSELLERS at 11th ÿճԹ Awards 2023
Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo Construction ÿճԹ, was recognised as the “ÿճԹ Person of the Year 2023†for his remarkable achievements during 2022-23
Auto component industry grows 32.8% in FY2022-23
The turnover of the automotive component industry stood at Rs 5.60 lakh crore for the period of April 2022 to March 2023.
Elgi Equipments announces PAT of Rs 60.5 cr in 1QFY2023
Consolidated sales for the first quarter was Rs 724 crore
Indian auto component industry grows 32.8% in FY 2022-23
Sales to OEMs grows 39.5% on back of strong growth in vehicle sales
HD Hyundai Infracore to sell mini excavators at gas stations
HD Hyundai Infracore announced that it has started selling mini excavators in four directly operated HD Hyundai Oilbank gas stations located in Incheon, Gwangju, Ansung, and Chungju, Korea
Entering an era of transformation
Off-the-road tyre manufacturers and suppliers are facing brand-new difficulties as a result of technological advancements and evolving end-user needs that are pushing the market into uncharted terrain.
Focus on Sustainable Road Construction
Wirtgen Group anticipates a continuous increase in the number of sustainable machine and technology solutions by 2026.
Sooner there will be a trend of electrification in construction equipment
Shyam Gyanani, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Trident International, speaks on the company’s offerings for the mining segment, and the USPs of these products
Up-grading roads!
The road construction industry in India is undergoing a paradigm shift. Robust demand, higher investment and significant policy support in the road construction industry are driving the demand for motor graders in India.
There is a huge demand for rental equipment throughout the CEQ category
Sandwiched between the price surge and the infrastructure boom, Vishal Sharma, Business Partner, Reach International, talks about the rental equipment scene in the Indian equipment market
Europe-India Day Symposium at Bauma Forum
During Bauma 2022, “Europe- India Day†was organised by the CECE, ICEMA and VDMA India on October 26, 2022.
Elgi Equipments reports PAT of Rs 72 cr in Q2
The standalone PAT for the second quarter was Rs 72.7 crore compared to Rs 56.9 crore in the same period in 2021-22.
There is a huge demand for rental equipment throughout the CEQ category
Sandwiched between the price surge and the infrastructure boom, Vishal Sharma, Business Partner, Reach International, talks about the rental equipment scene in the Indian equipment market
ACE’s Sorab Agarwal is ÿճԹ Person of the Year 2022 at 8th India Construction Festival
Besides, the 10th ÿճԹ Awards 2022 presented 18 awards to construction equipment companies
CE industry stalwarts honoured at ÿճԹ Awards 2022
Besides, the 10th ÿճԹ Awards 2022 presented 18 awards to construction equipment companies
Stalwarts of CE industry honoured at 10th ÿճԹ Awards
Sorab Agarwal is EI Person of the Year 2022
“We will be launching 63-inch tyres for the Indian market.”
Tractors and earthmoving equipment are the major demand drivers of OTR tyres,” says Prasanta Ganguly, Head – OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries (BKT).
On The Roll
The OTR tyre market is forecasted to reach 15 million units by 2023, growing at a CAGR of 9.05 per cent in volume terms.
CE export witnesses 60% growth in FY22
According to the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (ICEMA) the export of construction equipment has increased by 60 per cent in FY22 with earth-moving equipment witnessing 69 per cent growth in the last fiscal year.
Elgi Equipments revenue up 31%
Manufacturer of air compressors, Elgi Equipments, said it will take steps to keep costs under control as inflation, war, and political unrest in some geographies threaten to affect demand and margins.
JCB machines are getting smarter
Innovation and Sustainability have always remained critical to our operations, and we continue to introduce products that significantly limit their impact on the environment. The JCB 19C-1E is the industry’s first fully-electric excavator in India and is integral to JCB’s ‘Road to Zero’ initiative, a programme that we have been working on for the past few years. The machine has been tested extensively and has various built-in features that enhance safety and performance. With Zero Emissions and low noise, this new machine is ideal for Infrastructure development in Urban Areas and Indoor working,” said Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India
There is a surge in rental demand for AWP and MHE
Vishal Sharma, Business Partner, Reach International, speaks on the scenario of the rental market in the construction equipment segment
V Sharma of Reach: It is time to make the shift towards battery-operated machines
Sandwiched between the price surge and the infrastructure boom, Vishal Sharma, Business Partner, Reach International, talks about the rental equipment scene in the Indian equipment market
Hyunsoo of Doosan: Companies are making strides toward sustainability
Hyunsoo Kim, MD and CEO, Doosan Bobcat India, speaks on the importance of a customer-centric process in the organisation.
Satyakam Arya Appointed as Chairman of CII, Tamil Nadu State Council
Satyakam Arya has been at the helm of DICV’s commercial vehicle operations since 2018.
What new construction equipment will 2022 bring?
The outlook on India’s construction equipment sector is optimistic since the country’s needs for infrastructure will continue to grow massively.
Cummins India profit at Rs 171 cr Q1 2021-22
• Total sales for the quarter at Rs 1,167 crore increased by 141% compared to the same quarter last year and declined by 5% compared to the preceding quarter.
Sakthi Kumar of Schwing Stetter: Market for excavators should grow by 10%
VG Sakthi Kumar, MD, Schwing Stetter (India), speaks on the present size and growth rate of the hydraulic excavators market in India.
In 2022, the market for hydraulic excavators may touch 25,000 units
Last year, the excavator market touched 18,000 units. The start of last year was good. Later on the numbers dipped due to Covid-19 pandemic. However from September onwards, the market picked up.
Jindal Stainless revenue up 36% YoY
JSHL’s sales volume stood at 182,474 tonnes, up by 23% over the corresponding period last year (CPLY).
Mini Machines, Maximum Demand
The demand for compact equipment from urban projects is expected to continue.
Mahindra’s farm equipment sector sells 29,817 units in India during March 2021
Domestic sales in March 2021 were at 29,817 units, as against 13,418 units during March 2020.
M&M farm equipment sector posts 23% growth in Dec 2020
Mahindra & Mahindra Farm Equipment Sector (FES) sold 21,173 units in the domestic market in December 2020, as against 17,213 units during last December, an increase of 23 per cent
ZF opens Digital Solutions Center in Bengaluru
The centre will support development programs for the domestic market
Elgi equipments posts sales growth in Q2
Consolidated sales for the quarter was Rs 4.80 billion as against Rs 4.45 billion in the corresponding quarter in 2019-2020.
Auto component industry turnover down by 11.7 per cent in FY 2019-20
The turnover of the automotive component industry stood at Rs 3.49 lakh crore ($49.2 billion) for the period April 2019 to March 2020, registering a de-growth of 11.7 per cent over the previous year
Mahindra’s tractor sales post 28 per cent growth in July 2020
Mahindra & Mahindra’s Farm Equipment Sector (FES) announced its tractor sales numbers for July 2020.
MSMEs hold key in India’s economic revival: NRI report
The latest report by Nomura Research Institute (NRI) Consulting & Solutions India highlights the role of MSMEs in the revival of Indian economy, and the need for adequate support
Mahindra sells 22,329 tractors in India in January 2020
Mahindra & Mahindra?s Farm Equipment Sector (FES) announced its tractor sales numbers for January 2020. Domestic sales in January 2020 were at 22,329 units, as against 20,948 units during January 2019.
Zoomlion's tower crane sales top 10 bn yuan in 2019
Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co is celebrating a new milestone as its tower crane sales crossed the 10 billion yuan ($1.43 billion) mark in 2019, making it the first global company in the market to reach the new high.
NORD Drivesystems expands facility in Pune
Nord Drivesystems announced the expansion of its current facility at Hinjewadi, Pune. The expanded facility was inaugurated by Vikram Kumar (IAS), Metropolitan Commissioner, Pune Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (PMRDA).
Our objective is to focus on precision manufacturing
Started operations a year back, RS India plans to partner with various manufacturers and Indian companies to offer solutions in precision manufacturing.
Mahindra FES sells 23,539 units in India in May
Mahindra & Mahindra?s Farm Equipment Sector (FES) announced its tractor sales numbers for May 2019. Domestic sales in May 2019 were at 23,539 units, as against 28,199 units during May 2018.
Premium Transmission opens first exclusive Service Centre in Pune
The centre has been established with a significant investment and provides the highest level of expertise to the customers.
Riding on infra push
Pick-up in infrastructure spending and construction activities is expected to drive the demand for tipper trucks in the coming years.
Trident: a single-point source For AWP tyres
Rental companies are the largest owners of aerial work platforms (AWPs). For them, crew safety, maximum machine uptime and low operating costs are critical success factors.
Mahindra FES sells 20,948 units in India during January 2019
Mahindra & Mahindra?s Farm Equipment Sector (FES) announced its tractor sales for January 2019. Domestic sales in January 2019 were at 20,948 units, as against 20,822 units during January 2018.
Rolling ahead
The Indian off-the-road (OTR) tyre market is becoming more competitive in the global space with the presence of a mix of national and international players.
Mahindra tractor sales posts 18 per cent growth in Nov 2018
Mahindra & Mahindra?s Farm Equipment Sector (FES) announced its tractor sales numbers for November 2018. Domestic sales in November 2018 were at 25,159 units, as against 21,271 units during November 2017.
Escorts announces new ventures
In late August, Escorts announced plans to manufacture rough terrain (RT) and truck-mounted cranes in joint venture (JV) with Tadano Ltd.
Alliance TracPRO sees traction in India
Alliance TracPRO tyres, from the house of ATG are fast moving towards becoming the tyres of choice of tractor owners across India, according to the company.
Pioneering Growth
Traditionally known for aerospace, engineering and IT, Bengaluru is fast emerging as a construction equipment (CE) hub in India with major players expanding their base in the city.
New Tractor Series from Escorts
Escorts launched India's first electric and hydrostatic concept tractor and an expanded global portfolio of tractors for the export and domestic market in 22 HP to 90 HP range under the brands Farmtrac and Powertrac, compliant with tier 4 emission norms of Europe and America amidst 43 international distributors.
Indian CE Market: AN Overview
Strong domestic demand generated by ongoing infrastructure development projects resulted in the construction equipment market rising to an all-time high of 72,197 units in 2011.
Global metal market trends
The global economy is doing well. Growth already beat expectations this year and the global economy will continue to quicken in 2018.
Ambitious on Indian infra sector
Infrastructure sector is a key driver for the Indian economy. The sector is highly responsible for propelling India's overall development and enjoys intense focus from government for initiating policies that would ensure time-bound creation of world-class infrastructure in the country.
We expect good growth in HD truck segment
The mining and construction segments account for around 30 per cent of total heavy-duty (HD) truck market in India. But the segments have been facing tough times for the last 2-3 years.
Danfoss India bags Frost & Sullivan Leadership Award
Danfoss Industries Pvt Ltd was awarded with the Frost and Sullivan - 2017 India Building and HVAC Segment - LV Drives Enabling Technology Leadership Award under the category of novel developments in the Industrial Automation and Process Control Sector at the Frost and Sullivan 2017 India Best Practices Awards Banquet held in Mumbai.
New Escorts Tractor Series
India's first electric and hydrostatic concept tractor and an expanded global portfolio of tractors for the export and domestic market in 22 HP to 90 HP range under the brands Farmtrac and Powertrac, compliant with tier 4 emission norms of Europe and America amidst 43 global distributors.
Escorts unveils India?s first electric tractor concept
Escorts Ltd launched India?s first electric and hydrostatic concept tractor and an expanded global portfolio of tractors for the export and domestic market in 22 HP to 90 HP range under the brands Farmtrac and Powertrac, compliant with tier 4 emission norms of Europe and America amidst 43 international distributors.
We are positive about the growth of OTR tyres
We expect prospective customers to visit our Stand. This is an excellent opportunity for us to create our brand awareness. Also, customers will have an opportunity to understand the wide range of products for a variety of off-high way machines.
Our plan is to have a production facility to build dredges for the local market
I have been involved in the Dredging business since 1982 and my mission is to make our clients successful so that they can grow their business and come back to us to buy more dredges. Charles Sinunu, Director - International Dredge Sales, DSC Dredge, USA, elaborates more on the company and its business.
Sonalika ITL posts 22% growth
One of the leading tractor brand in India, Sonalika International Tractors Ltd, entered the new financial year 2017-18 with a sharp growth of more than 22 per cent in April over last year. The company has recorded a remarkable 7,381-unit sales over the last year, in both domestic and international markets in April.
Paving a Growth Path
While the paver market is gearing up for phenomenal growth, sensor pavers are expected to have a smooth ride due to the demand for quality roads in the future.
Sonalika ITL posts 26.9percent growth in Feb
Sonalika International Tractors made a remarkable progress by registering a whopping 26.9 per cent growth, with a market share of 13 per cent, this February. The company sold 5,549 units, combining both domestic and exports sales against a figure of 4,372 units, sold in February 2016.
Sonalika ITL posts 26.9percent growth in February
Sonalika International Tractors made a remarkable progress by registering a whopping 26.9 per cent growth, with a market share of 13 per cent, this February. The company sold 5,549 units, combining both domestic and exports sales against a figure of 4,372 units, sold in February 2016.
ON THE CLOCK!
Material and earth movements are the major work content of all infrastructure developments and mining activities. Front-end loaders, backhoe loaders, dozers and application-centric equipment as options for the users to choose from to suit individual requirements.
My vision is to have a manufacturing arrangement in place to build our dredges for the local market
This is an ongoing process. We first entered the Indian market about 10 years ago with some of our smaller dredges. In fact, I was in contact with one of our customers working at Visakhapatnam who sent a recommendation that they are satisfied with their DSC dredge which had completed 50,000 hours nonstop.