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Cat BEPU powers Doppstadt screening application
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?
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.
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.
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.
JCB India Showcases Machines at Sarthi Sangam
Event in Mangalore sees strong operator engagement
Liebherr Reports Stable Growth in 2025
Group posts €14.77 bn revenue as autonomy and electrification gain pace
CE Sales Fall 12.6% in Jan; OEMs Feel the Heat
Retail volumes slide as project activity slows
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.
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.
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.
Engineering the Energy Balance
As India pushes towards net zero while sustaining rapid industrial growth, engineering innovations—from carbon capture to smart grids—are emerging as the key to balancing energy security with decarbonisation, writes SATISH INGAVALE.
CTS Roundtable Charts Tech-Led Roadmap for Construction
CTS Roundtable Maps Technology Roadmap for Construction
BKT Tyres Launches ‘Elevate Your Drive’ Campaign with Ranveer Singh
Campaign highlights confidence, ambition and forward movement.
Zoomlion Unveils North America-Certified Machines at CONEXPO 2026
Company presents customised cranes, excavators and concrete equipment for the North American market
Sinoboom Showcases Smart Access Tech at CONEXPO 2026
Company unveils energy-efficient technologies and new access equipment range
LGMG Unveils Localised Equipment Range at CONEXPO
Company presents region-specific machinery for North America.
Lingong Group Makes Global Brand Debut at CONEXPO
Unified brand strategy and new equipment unveiled at expo.
Caterpillar Showcases AI and Autonomy at CONEXPO 2026
Technology, services and new machines highlighted at global expo.
Perkins Unveils Next-Gen Power Systems at CONEXPO 2026
Company showcases fuel-flexible engines and hybrid power solutions.
Caterpillar Unveils Advanced Engines at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
New Cat engines and lifecycle solutions highlighted at global construction expo.
From Machines to Intelligent Ecosystems
How digitisation and connected technologies are reshaping construction equipment performance, fleet management, and jobsite efficiency, writes SIDDHARTH CHATURVEDI.
Reshaping the Future
How digitisation and connected technologies are reshaping construction equipment performance, fleet management, and jobsite efficiency in India, writes SANJAY PENDHARKAR.
Construction Equipment Sales Fall 12.6% in Jan; OEMs Feel the Heat
Retail volumes slide as project activity slows
Drive Under Pressure
Global tariff realignments are pushing equipment manufacturers and component suppliers to rethink sourcing, writes PIERO GUIZZETTI.
Disrupt. Digitise. Drive.
Construction equipment enters a transformative era—driven by innovation, disruption, and digitisation shaping smarter, sustainable and competitive future.
Building Resilient Pathways for Future of Compaction
At Dynapac, digitisation is structured around three integrated solutions — DYN@link, DYN@LYZER, and the NEXUS system — forming a connected intelligence ecosystem, writes ABHIJIT SOM.
Rewriting the DNA of Mobile Hydraulics
Hydraulics is no longer just about force; it has become a sophisticated mechatronic science.
TIL Q3FY26 Shows Sequential EBITDA Recovery
Order wins and product launches strengthen execution outlook
189 Tonne Semiconductor Equipment Shipped To Tata Plant In Assam
Over dimensional cargo moved to Morigaon via Brahmaputra
Zoomlion to Unveil Smart Equipment at CONEXPO 2026
Company to present intelligent construction systems in Las Vegas
Raimondi to Unveil Terex TRT 55US at CONEXPO 2026
New rough terrain crane debuts under Raimondi North America banner
Schaeffler Showcases Future-Ready Aftermarket Solutions at ACMA Automechanika
Schaeffler India recently highlighted its lifecycle-focused aftermarket portfolio in New Delhi
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
Small is the new Big!
Growing at 12 to 15 per cent annually, mini construction equipment is showing that in today’s construction landscape, smaller machines can make a bigger impact.
Tracks & Traction
Undercarriage parts bear the weight, provide stability, and drive performance for construction machines, shaping the backbone of heavy equipment.
Where Data Meets Downtime
Unplanned downtime hurts margins. AI-powered predictive maintenance helps manufacturers spot failures early, cut losses, and keep production moving.
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.
Data—not guesswork—drives equipment decisions: Barad Sharma of Amberg Engineering
Barad Sharma, CEO, Amberg Engineering, speaks on the evolving global tunnelling and underground infrastructure market, and where Amberg sees the strongest growth potential in the coming years.
SSLs are increasingly used in urban infra
Satendra Tiwari, Executive Director – Operations, CASE Construction Equipment, shares his views on which smart or automated safety features deliver the greatest real-world value for skid steer applications in India.
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
EU Draws a Line on Mobile Cranes
EU anti-dumping action signals turning point for global lifting equipment markets.
India Builds, China Supplies?
As infrastructure spending accelerates, domestic construction equipment makers warn that cheap imports and weak policy enforcement are eroding local manufacturing
Raimondi Showcases Terex Crane Ranges at CONEXPO 2026
First major exhibition following Raimondi’s acquisition of Terex lifting brands
Motul Showcases Technology and Sustainability Leadership at SIAT Expo 2026
Motul presented technologies developed to support evolving mobility architectures
Sinoboom Unveils New Access Equipment at CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Sinoboom showcases latest access platforms and smart technologies at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
Doosan Bobcat India Showcases Innovative Product Lineup at Excon 2025
. Each product reflects Bobcat’s legacy of innovation, durability, and unmatched performance.
CASE India opens first company-owned store in South India
The facility serves as a strategic hub to deepen CASE’s presence across Tamil Nadu and neighbouring markets.
CASE Construction Equipment introduces CEV Stage V Machines in Gurgaon
Introduced 450NX Mini Tandem Vibratory Compactor, 952NX Tandem Vibratory Compactor, 1107NX Soil Compactor, 770NX Backhoe Loader, and the CX220C LC Hydraulic Excavator.
Focus is shifting toward synthetic long-drain engine oils: Ravi Chawla, Gulf Oil
Ravi Chawla, MD and CEO, Gulf Oil Lubricants India, speaks on how demand for lubricants and oils is evolving in the construction, mining, and off-highway sectors over the next 12 to 18 months.
Caterpillar to Unveil New Machines and Technologies at ConExpo 2026
Caterpillar is set to expand its presence at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2026 with three dedicated booths highlighting new equipment, technologies, services and rental solutions.
Engineering the Unseen
Hidden within every crane and excavator, bearings quietly shoulder extreme loads, enabling reliability, uptime and efficiency across India’s fast-growing construction landscape
We aim to deepen collaborations with OEMs: C Krishnamurthy, BorgWarner
Chandrasekar Krishnamurthy, Global Director of Product Management, BorgWarner, discusses the company’s expanding footprint in India and its pivotal role in the nation’s electric vehicle transformation.
MAJOR Showcases Screen Media Technology at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2026
MAJOR, a global manufacturer of high-performance wire screen media, will exhibit at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2026, where it will showcase its screen media solutions, advanced polyurethane strips and the MAJOR App, along with a new product addition to its portfolio.
Excon marks a milestone year—100+ years of Galaxy Tyres
Dyutiman Chattopadhyay, Chief Technology Officer, Yokohama-ATG
Customers today look beyond equipment alone
Dimitrov Krishnan, Managing Director, Volvo CE India
Sustainability is integral to our product strategy
Rajesh Kaul, Vice President and Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles
Sinoboom exports to more than 80 countries
Sunil Jain, Senior Consultant (SAARC), Sinoboom Intelligent Equipment
Precast is clearly the future for India
VG Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India
We unveiled our most powerful and advanced line-up to date
Deepak Garg, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, SANY India & South Asia
India-engineered products are gaining traction in export markets
Dr Venkat Srinivas, Business Head – Mahindra Truck, Bus and Construction Equipment, and Executive Director & CEO – SML Mahindra, Mahindra Group
We have showcased 29 electric machines across categories
Rohit Punjabi, Vice President, Business Head – Excavator, LiuGong India
Our equipment addresses roughly 30 to 32% of the market
Moses Eddy, Director, KOBELCO Construction ÿÈÕ³Ô¹Ï
We’re evolving from a supplier to a solution partner
Chandrashekar V, MD and CEO, Gmmco
Our BSV range is designed to deliver higher efficiency
Sanjeev Bajaj, Chief Officer, Construction Equipment Business Division, Escorts Kubota
PALFINGER’s Strong Showing at EXCON 2025
The company showcased its largest-ever EXCON presence, highlighting India as a key growth market.
Electrification and smart hydraulics anchor our strategy
BV Ramesh, Managing Director, and Sheshadri Raman, Chief Business officer, Mobile Applications, Bosch Rexroth (India)
India is still catching up on radial tyre adoption
Rishi Raj Singh, Head - OEM, Asia Pacific, BKT Tires
Make-in-India cranes are gaining momentum
• Sorab Agarwal, Executive Director, Action Construction Equipment • Rishi Sanghvi, Managing Director, Sanghvi Movers
Building Greener, Building Faster
Excon 2025 concluded in Bengaluru with record participation, reaffirming its role as India’s most influential platform for construction equipment and infrastructure development.
EU Draws a Line on Mobile Cranes
EU anti-dumping action signals turning point for global lifting equipment markets.
CII EXCON 2025 Concludes with Record Participation
Showcasing Next-Gen Sustainable Construction Technologies
Two WOLFF Cranes Power Construction of Al-Rajhi Mosque
The Sheikh Saleh Al-Rajhi Mosque is a new, modern centre for religion and the community that is being built at the bustling King Abdullah Road at the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s capital.
Franna’s Dubai Global Conference Highlights Expansion Plans
Franna®, a global pick-and-carry crane manufacturer, held its first Global Conference in Dubai from 3–6 November 2025, reinforcing its international growth strategy while showcasing the operational advantages of its cranes over conventional lifting equipment.
CASE Ka Bharosa Wins Best Integrated Campaign at WMC 2025
CASE Construction honoured for trust-led marketing strategy.
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.
Our priorities mirror India’s Viksit Bharat goals
VG Sakthikumar, Chairman and Managing Director, Schwing Stetter India, speaks on the growth priorities for the Indian market in the next three to five years.
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 are introducing future-ready fuelling infra
Chetan Walunj, Founder, Repos Energy
We are presenting 25+ next-gen machines
Kalpesh Soni, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Conmat Heavy Industries
Our focus will be on showcasing SPM 30
Dilip R Sharma, Director & President, Columbia Machine Engineering (I)
We will have over 20 products on display
Shubhabrata Saha, MD & CEO of AJAX Engineering
Localisation is central to our product strategy
Manish Mathur, CEO – Cranes, Action Construction Equipment
Awarding Excellence in Cement
The 9th Indian Cement Review Awards 2025 and the Multilogistix Awards 2025, held concurrently with the 15th Edition of Cement Expo and Conference, celebrated the excellence across the cement and logistics sectors.
Future Gearing
Innovation in materials and engineering is redefining how gears and drives deliver power, efficiency and motion.
We are extremely bullish on the Indian CE market
Prafulla Deoskar, GM - Transmission Division, Kirloskar Pneumatic Company.
We are entering into underground mining equipment segment
Amarnath Ramachandran, Managing Director, Arx Mining
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.
From Downtime to Uptime
With AI-powered predictive maintenance, manufacturers are turning costly breakdowns into smarter, faster, and more reliable operations, writes PANDARINATH SIDDINENI.
We have e-ready tyres designed to support electric equipment
Rishi Raj Singh, Head OE sales, APAC, Balkrishna Industries
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