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Scania India announces Silvio Munhoz as its new MD
Silvio succeeds Johan P. Schlyter
Volvo CE sets gold standard in safe demolition
Teams up with PK Unique Projects for a landmark demolition project with its EC750DUHR Excavator
Tata Hitachi launches ZAXIS 38U – The Mini Marvel
ZAXIS 38U is a compact excavator that combines advanced technology with a robust desig
ACE secures major orders from Ministry of Defence
"Strengthens contribution to India’s defence sector through ‘Make in India’ Initiative "
"Motul announces new car engine oil campaign "
Strengthening its foothold in the car engine oil market with the new TVC campaign
Maxion Wheels celebrates inauguration ceremony of Formare in India
Formare is an academic scholarship programme for underprivileged youth in Brazil and Mexico
ABB India launches wireless home automation solutions
ABB-free@home® expands smart home capabilities
RAHSTA Forum sets the stage for groundbreaking discussions in roads infra
RAHSTA Forum sparks groundbreaking discussions on road infrastructure innovation
Lube Automatic Systems inaugurates new corporate office near Mumbai
Lube Automatic Systems is the sole distributor in India of centralised lubrication systems
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.
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 – Marketing, Tata Hitachi, speaks on the key features and benefits of their backhoe loaders.
On the Fast Track
The government’s 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 ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï, speaks on the company’s 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 – India & SAARC region, speaks on the factors fuelling the growth of the skid-steer loaders market in India.
BKT’s Advanced Tyre Solutions for Mining at 17th IMME
Balkrishna Industries (BKT), a leading global force in the Off-Highway tyre market and an Indian multinational group, has announced its participation in the 17th edition of the International Mining and Machinery Exhibition (IMME).
Building the Future
How digitalisation is transforming the construction equipment industry.
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
Most demolition equipment in India still comes from abroad
Mohan Ramanathan, Founder Chairman, Indian Demolition Association, speaks on the key trends and developments shaping the demand for demolition equipment in the country.
Towards a Viksit Bharat @ 2047
Critical aspects of the Indian infrastructure sector such as roads & highways development, railway modernisation and infrastructure financing were discussed at the INFRASTRUCTURE TODAY Conclave: Towards a Viksit Bharat @ 2047
Fighting Fire with Innovation
As the coal mining industry continues its quest for enhanced safety measures and environmental consciousness, integrating fire resistant hydraulic fluids emerges as a pioneering solution with the potential to mitigate fire hazards and elevate operational security to unprecedented heights. The author explains the need for fire resistant hydraulic fluids and their importance within the coal mining industry.
RAHSTA Forum to kick off road and highway expo journey
This event will mark the second curtain raiser for the 14th RAHSTA Expo
BKT’s Advanced Tyre Solutions for Mining at 17th IMME
This event will be held from October 23 to 26, 2024 at the Science City Exhibition Ground in Kolkata.
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.
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.
Hikrobot launches forklift latent Mobile Robot QF-1000
Launches for the first time in India at Automation Expo
Godrej launches India's first lithium-ion forklift
First lithium-ion forklift with indigenous battery system
ABB surpasses 10GW milestone in delivering automation solutions for RE plants in India
ABB’s control and automation solutions are helping maximise the effective use of RE
ACE bags order for forklifts and cranes from Ministry of Defence
The order is for 285 special forklifts and six rough terrain cranes
BharatBenz heavy-duty rigid truck launched in India
Comes with an all-new BharatBenz 6.7-litre BSVI Stage 2 diesel engine
DICV inaugurates state-of-the-art Mechatronics Lab with transformed efficiency
Enables 70-80% reduction in cost with significant improvements
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.
Shveta Arya is new MD of Cummins India
She succeeds Ashwath Ram, who will continue serving the company until August 31, 2024
Kobelco Construction ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï launches SK80 excavator
The mid-category excavator cements Kobelco’s position as a ‘True Solution Provider’
Cummins India PAT at Rs 420 cr in Q1FY2024
PBT at Rs 551 cr was higher by 33% compared to the same quarter last year
ABB India sets up a smart center for electrician training
Training will ensure participants are job-ready upon completion
Vedanta Aluminium appoints Ravi Paliwal as CEO, Ash Management
Brings 27 years of experience, primarily in the energy sector
Eicher Trucks and Buses' My Eicher App reaches significant milestone
MyEicher now connects over 2,75,000 trucks and buses to Eicher’s Uptime Center.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We provide comprehensive lifecycle support for mining excavators
Sharwan Agnihotri, Head – Mining and Export Business, HD Hyundai Construction Equipment (India), speaks on the company’s 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 – Industrial and OEM, GS Caltex India, speaks on the primary factors that construction equipment customers prioritise when selecting lubricants.
KEC bags new orders worth Rs 1,422 crore
The order is for transmission and distribution (T&D) projects in India and Americas:
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.
Wipro 3D, SLM Solutions partner to accelerate additive manufacturing in India
Wipro 3D and Nikon SLM Solutions have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the adoption of Additive Manufacturing in India.
Eicher rolls out 50,000th fully-built bus
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, announced the rollout of its 50,000th fully factory-built bus from its state-of-the-art Baggad Plant in Madhya Pradesh.
ABB’s PixelPaint selected by Mahindra, to deliver premium paint options
ABB’s innovative PixelPaint technology has been selected by Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), India’s leading SUV manufacturer, for its new electric vehicle paint facility.
VE Commercial Vehicles sells 7424 units in June 2024
VE Commercial Vehicles (A Volvo Group and Eicher Motors joint venture) recorded sales of 7424 units in June 2024 as compared to 6715 units in June 2023, a growth of 10.6 per cent.
Altair and ARAI partner for technology advancement
Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) to foster technology and digital transformation within the automotive and heavy engineering sectors.
ABB India aids education in 148 Karnataka government schools
ABB India announced the expansion of two educational programmes as part of its CSR initiatives to support inclusive and equitable education.
Cummins India launches global competency centre in Pune
Cummins Group in India, one of the leading power solutions technology providers, opened its first IT Global Competency Center (GCC) at its India Office Campus in Balewadi, Pune, Maharashtra.
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 ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï, 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.
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
Infrastructure Experts to Debate Viksit Bharat at Infrastructure Today Conclave in Delhi
Infrastructure Experts to Debate Viksit Bharat at Infrastructure Today Conclave in Delhi
Cummins India launches global competency centre in Pune
The center will enable the company to scale operational efficiencies
CASE India launches second phase of its Project LEAD initiative
The initiative aims to decrease urban migration while promoting reverse migration.
ABB India aids education in 148 Karnataka government schools
ABB supports two programmes covering around 10,000 students in Peenya and Nelamangala.
Magesh S is the new Director of Sales at Putzmeister Concrete Machines
“Looking forward to delivering value to our customers’ business," says Magesh.
Indosolar commences operations at 1.30 GW solar module facility
This facility represents Waaree’s pursuit of excellence in solar technology.
JK Tyre launch next-generation tyres for CVs
Indian tyre major and leader in Truck Bus Radial tyres, JK Tyre & Industries, introduced an advanced range of tyres designed to meet the evolving needs of the transportation sector.
Altair and ARAI partner for technology advancement
Collaboration will showcase digital twin technology, data-driven design, and AI-powered engineering
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’s vision of enhancing customer satisfaction and driving growth in the Indian market.
Komatsu completes acquisition of GHH
GHH company and employees are now part of Komatsu’s underground mining business
VE Commercial Vehicles sells 7424 units in June 2024
This includes 7314 units of Eicher brand and 110 units of Volvo brand.
ABB’s PixelPaint selected by Mahindra, to deliver premium paint options
M&M will be the first OEM in India to use PixelPaint technology for the painting
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’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
Hyundai holds a No. 2 position in excavator attachments in India.
Joydeep Baksi, National Sales Head (Sales & Marketing), Hyundai Construction ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï, speaks on the current market size of hydraulic excavators in India, and how has it evolved over the past few years.
Eicher rolls out 50,000th fully-built bus
The 50,000th bus showcases state-of-the-art electric vehicle technology embodied in the Skyline Pro-E 9m model
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.
Ammann acquires Volvo CE’s 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.
Driving Energy Efficiency
ABB India’s latest milestone underscores its sector leadership and the crucial role of advanced motor technologies in driving national energy savings.
Wipro 3D, SLM Solutions partner to accelerate additive manufacturing in India
Nikon SLM is renowned for its wide portfolio of integrated metal Additive Manufacturing solution
LAPP launches first bio-cable in series production for sustainable connectivity
LAPP presents the ETHERLINE® FD bioP Cat.5e, its first bio-cable in series production.
Gates Corp Invests to Establish Gates Global Technical Centre in Lalru, Punjab
Gates aims to enhance its capabilities in innovation to deliver advanced solutions to its global customer base.
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.
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
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
Motul kicks off Sehat Ki Samriddhi initiative for auto mechanics
Exclusive CSR health camps in Varanasi, Lucknow and Ludhiana mark the beginning of a 9 month campaign
Bridgestone India employees participate in sustainability campaign
They organised a 3-day campaign engaging employees at its Pune and Indore plants.
Socomec appoints Sankar Subramanian as Dy GM for Power Switching and monitoring products
Sankar will manage operational marketing, lead product development, and drive strategic initiatives to promote business growth.
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
JK Tyre launch next-generation tyres for commercial vehicles
JK Tyre's dedication to providing advanced, high-performance solutions that combine superior performance, economic benefits, and environmental responsibility.
Propel acquires major stake in Omega Crushing and Screening
Omega is a pioneer in zero emission mobile crushing and screening in European and American markets.
MEAI-Ahmedabad Chapter's 28th Foundation Day spotlights India’s energy transition & AI in mining
Ahmedabad Chapter of MEAI has completed a momentous 27-years journey, setting benchmarks on the mining sector.
MYCRANE appoints Ashishkumar Tiwari as new sales director
Tiwari joins digital platform with 20 years’ experience