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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鈥攆rom carbon capture to smart grids鈥攁re emerging as the key to balancing energy security with decarbonisation, writes SATISH INGAVALE.

Lingong Group Makes Global Brand Debut at CONEXPO

Unified brand strategy and new equipment unveiled at expo.

SME Magazine Honours India鈥檚 Fastest Growing Engineering Companies at NSE

The Smart Manufacturing & Enterprises (SME) Conference & Awards 2026 - held on February 11, 2026 at National Stock Exchange (Mumbai) - highlighted resilience and technology as the cornerstones of India鈥檚 next manufacturing growth phase, while honouring India's fastest growing engineering companies.

Building Resilient Pathways for Future of Compaction

At Dynapac, digitisation is structured around three integrated solutions 鈥� DYN@link, DYN@LYZER, and the NEXUS system 鈥� forming a connected intelligence ecosystem, writes ABHIJIT SOM.

When Tyres Go Digital!

Today, Rubber King鈥檚 story is not just about tyres. It is about how drive fuels disruption, and digitisation turns it into sustainable growth, writes DEVIN GAWARVALA.

Gulf Oil Posts Record Q3 on Strong Lubes Demand

Lubes volumes, revenue and EBITDA touch all-time quarterly highs

Raimondi to Unveil Terex TRT 55US at CONEXPO 2026

New rough terrain crane debuts under Raimondi North America banner

Jinkushal Industries Posts 27 Per Cent Growth on Export Momentum

Export-led demand lifts turnover to Rs 1,803.2 million in nine months

Small is the new Big!

Growing at 12 to 15 per cent annually, mini construction equipment is showing that in today鈥檚 construction landscape, smaller machines can make a bigger impact.

India Builds, China Supplies?

As infrastructure spending accelerates, domestic construction equipment makers warn that cheap imports and weak policy enforcement are eroding local manufacturing.

Blueprint for the Future

Digital skills hold the key to transforming India鈥檚 construction workforce. As projects grow smarter and more complex, technology-led skilling will decide whether India builds faster鈥攐r falls behind in its $7-trillion ambition.

India Builds, China Supplies?

As infrastructure spending accelerates, domestic construction equipment makers warn that cheap imports and weak policy enforcement are eroding local manufacturing

Ashok Leyland Reintroduces Iconic TAURUS and HIPPO Heavy-Duty Trucks

TAURUS represents the high-horsepower tipper range, while HIPPO anchors the tractor portfolio

CASE India opens first company-owned store in South India

The facility serves as a strategic hub to deepen CASE鈥檚 presence across Tamil Nadu and neighbouring markets.

Shriram Automall Opens Dhanbad Facility in Jharkhand

Shriram Automall Dhanbad commenced operations on 12th January 2026

We currently hold around 10% market share in excavators

PN Krishnakumar, CEO, XCMG India

India鈥檚 push towards zero-emission heavy mobility is accelerating

V Senthil Kumar, Managing Director, Propel Industries

Make-in-India cranes are gaining momentum

鈥� Sorab Agarwal, Executive Director, Action Construction Equipment 鈥� Rishi Sanghvi, Managing Director, Sanghvi Movers

Rubber King Tyres Unveils 2 High-Performance Tyres at EXCON

The 19.5R24 Emperador pneumatic tyre and the 12.00-24 Mighty Midas solid tyre

CII EXCON 2025 Concludes with Record Participation

Showcasing Next-Gen Sustainable Construction Technologies

Every machine we supply is 鈥楽mart Iron鈥�

Manav Kohli, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Gainwell Commosales

Future Gearing

Innovation in materials and engineering is redefining how gears and drives deliver power, efficiency and motion.

Customising CE Motion Control

The construction equipment industry relies on components that can withstand extreme loads, constant shock, abrasive conditions, and continuous movement.

We are displaying seven new models

Parind Prabhudesai, Managing Director, Andreas STIHL

Demand will shift to advanced tech like hybrid and alternate-fuel machines

Arvind K Garg, Advisor to Chairman and Managing Director, Larsen & Toubro

India鈥檚 Auto Component Industry Grows 8.2% to USD 80.2 Billion

Backed by record vehicle production and strong policy support, India鈥檚 automotive component ecosystem is steadily evolving

L Walter excavating boosts quarry efficiency

Ontario-based L Walter & Sons Excavating has strengthened its operations with the addition of the Liebherr R 992 crawler excavator, a powerhouse designed for the most demanding environments.

Mahindra To Sell Sampo Rosenlew Stake To Turkey鈥檚 TERA

M&M exits Finnish subsidiary Sampo Rosenlew in Rs 520 million deal.

Digging Deeper, Cleaner, Smarter

India鈥檚 mining equipment industry is entering a new era鈥攂igger fleets, cleaner powertrains and smarter technologies are reshaping productivity, costs and sustainability across coal, iron ore and limestone.

Celebrating Excellence in Roads

India鈥檚 RAHSTA Awards 2025 honoured innovators driving sustainable, safe, and transformative growth in the nation鈥檚 road infrastructure.

India鈥檚 Construction Equipment Bestsellers

Anand Sundaresan received the Lifetime Honour and Vivekanand Vanmeeganathan was named Person of the Year at the 每日吃瓜 Awards, held on September 4, 2025, at the Jio Convention Centre, Mumbai

10,000 km Push

Road equipment sales were 7,002 units in FY2025, and with MoRTH鈥檚 10,000 km highway target for next year, demand prospects appear uncertain.

Smart Skills for Smart Infra

Share of unskilled workforce is equivalent to 81 per cent of the total construction sector employment.

Concrete Advantage

Right equipment, smart planning, and technology are transforming concrete handling, improving quality, cutting costs, and boosting efficiency across construction projects.

Fuelling India鈥檚 Future

India鈥檚 construction sectors face high costs and fuel dependence. Nitin Gadkari urged a shift to hydrogen, ethanol, biofuels, and electrification for green, competitive growth.

Corridors of Growth

India鈥檚 next highway push focuses on high-speed corridors to boost logistics efficiency and economic competitiveness.

Powerscreen Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Voltas in India

The appointment in 2000 came at a pivotal time for the Indian mining and construction industry

Ajax Engineering Posts Stable Q1 Amid CEV-5 Transition

Ajax is on track to commission its upcoming Adinarayanahosahalli plant in the second half of FY26.

PETRONAS and CNH Launch New Line of Lubricants

World-class equipment, technology and services company, CNH, in partnership with PETRONAS Lubrificants International (PLI), through its subsidiary PETRONAS Lubrificantes Brasil (PLB), has launched the FLEETPRO Cycle product line.

Crushing Need!

How cutting-edge technology is transforming crushing and screening for faster, smarter, and greener operations.

Bridging the Skill Gap in Construction

In the rapidly evolving global construction landscape, digital transformation has emerged as the most powerful lever to address India鈥檚 skilled workforce deficit.

Tunnelling Against Odds

India鈥檚 tunnelling industry overcomes daunting geological and logistical challenges, paving the way for groundbreaking infrastructure achievements.

We are among the global top 3 in tech adoption

Subramanian Sarma, Deputy Managing Director & President, L&T

Building Smarter

How AI and digital tools are reconstructing India鈥檚 construction sector

Powerful Attachments, Smarter Work

In today鈥檚 fast-paced construction world, powerful equipment attachments are transforming job sites, enabling contractors to work smarter, increase productivity, reduce costs, and maximise existing machine potential.

The Rise Factor

As buildings soar higher, the challenge of moving materials efficiently becomes mission-critical. The rise factor isn鈥檛 just about height鈥攊t鈥檚 about smart logistics, precision equipment, and seamless vertical transportation.

Backhoe Boom

India鈥檚 backhoe loader market is booming, with sales crossing 53,000 units in FY25.

DCVMI Inaugurates New Manufacturing Plant in Cikarang

Indonesian Plant Will Be Supported by Well-Established Indian Operations Through CKD Kits

Lifting India鈥檚 Future

As India builds faster and taller, industrial cranes are emerging as essential, intelligent machines powering the nation鈥檚 infrastructure, logistics, and industrial growth.

BKT Outlines Strategic Roadmap to 2030

New investments of $400 million in the next three years

Why Renting Beats Buying

Once a symbol of capability, owning heavy equipment is losing its appeal. With rising costs and complex compliance, contractors are increasingly turning to rentals for flexibility, savings, and simplicity.

Off-Road Revolution

OTR tyres are driving a new era in heavy-duty mobility, transforming performance, safety, and durability across mining, construction, and infrastructure鈥檚 toughest terrains

Making Logistics Sector More Productive

Traditionally, customs clearance as well as cross-border logistics have been extremely paper-intensive.

Mega Machines!

From metro tunnellers to 3D-printed bridges, the future of Indian infrastructure may depend on super-sized mega machines 鈥� but will terrain, cost, and scale cooperate?

DICV Demonstrates Resilience in Challenging 2024

Embraced cultural transformation through the 鈥淏haratBenz Way鈥�

XCMG to Host 7th International Customer Festival in 2025

A Grand Celebration of Innovation, Sustainability, and Cross-Cultural Collaboration

XCMG Excavator Debuts 13 E-Series Models

XCMG Excavator, a specialised excavator business unit from XCMG Machinery, made its grand entrance at bauma 2025 under the theme Solid Innovation for Green Tomorrow, unveiling 13 E-series excavators meticulously designed for European markets.

Sany Heavy Industry Net Profit Up 31.98%

Net profit attributed to shareholders surged by 31.98 per cent to $0.84 billion.

Graders of Tomorrow

Shaping the future of infra, motor graders are evolving with advanced tech and precision to meet the growing demands of tomorrow鈥檚 construction landscape.

Small Machines, Big Demand!

How mini construction equipment is reshaping India鈥檚 infrastructure landscape

Smarter, Greener, Stronger

How cutting-edge technologies, sustainability imperatives, and changing construction demands are reshaping the compressor industry.

Combilift Unveils Self-Propelled Inloader at Bauma 2025

The collaboration with Spaansen, a specialist in precast concrete,

Caterpillar Powers Today and Drives Tomorrow at bauma 2025

Celebrating Caterpillar鈥檚 Centennial and 鈥楾he Next 100 Years鈥�.

Electrification Sparks Growth

With a 6.7 per cent growth rate, the market for wheel loaders is expanding rapidly, driven by the demand for sustainable, energy-efficient solutions.

Innovating for Road Sustainability

India鈥檚 road infrastructure is crucial for economic growth, yet its environmental impact is significant.

BEML is targeting a Rs 180 billion order book by the end of FY25

Smarter printing is revolutionising the way mining companies manage their supply chains and logistics.

India鈥檚 Trucking Transformation

India鈥檚 trucking industry is undergoing a major transformation, driven by advancements in technology, larger vehicles, sustainability efforts, and a booming mining and infrastructure sector, shaping the future of dump trucks in the country

Innovating for Road Sustainability

India鈥檚 road infrastructure is crucial for economic growth, yet its environmental impact is significant.

Smooth Operations

In the fast-paced construction industry, lubricant advancements are key to enhancing machinery performance and longevity.

We're boosting R&D in our technology centers for innovation in construction machinery

Seshan Iyer, President, Bearings & Industrial Solutions, Schaffler India

From Sustainability to Smart Tech

bauma 2025 will have a heavy emphasis on sustainability and digitalisation, which are becoming major priorities for mining, construction and other related industries.

Showcasing India鈥檚 Supply Chain Revolution

The MultiLogistix Expo 2025, India鈥檚 first dedicated logistics and supply chain expo, will highlight innovations transforming India's logistics sector under PM Gati Shakti.

Highlighting the Future of Smart, Sustainable Infra

RAHSTA Expo 2025, Asia鈥檚 premier road and highways exhibition, will showcase groundbreaking innovations in road construction, sustainability, and smart technologies, offering a platform for global collaboration in transforming infrastructure.

Driving Sustainability Through Innovation

The 15th Cement Expo 2025 will spotlight India鈥檚 cement industry鈥檚 growth, innovation, and sustainability, showcasing cutting-edge solutions for a greener future.

XCMG to Launch New Energy Series at bauma 2025

Lineup of over 40 construction equipment products

Jayesh Ranjan & Cement Expo Forum Leaders converge in Hyderabad

Jayesh Ranjan joins Cement Expo Forum leaders at Hyderabad summit.

SANY Makes Historic Debut on the 2025 World's Top 500 Brands List

The 2025 list features brands from 207 cities across 33 countries,

Keys to Successful Conveyor Safety

Equipment vendors and third-party trainers can be highly effective sources of training.

Maximising Equipment Efficiency

How filters enhance construction machinery performance

TSF Group Highlights Make in India Focus at Bharat Mobility

TSF Group showcased its strength in domestically developed automotive technology

Michelin strengthens presence in Delhi-NCR with 2 new dealerships

Michelin, the world鈥檚 leading tyre technology leader, has strengthened its presence in the Delhi 鈥� NCR region with the opening of two premium next generation dealerships.

Zoomlion Accelerates Global Expansion with Localised Innovations in Saudi Arabia

Zoomlion has been a key player in the Saudi market

Lifting the Skyline

Tower cranes, with their unmatched ability to lift heavy materials to great heights, are playing a critical role in this vertical expansion.

Powering Progress

Gensets are vital power sources, offering reliable electricity for backup, off-grid, and industrial applications.

Mechanisation will continue to drive demand

Manjunath S, Director Sales 鈥� India & SAARC, Doosan Bobcat India

Hy-Brid Lifts Hires New VP of Sales and Marketing

David will oversee the North American sales team

Kirloskar Oil Showcases Engineering Innovation at bauma ConExpo

Kirloskar Industrial provides indigenous design-to-delivery solutions

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.

Brandt Launches Two High-Output Hydrovacs

Brandt teased its first hydrovac at ConExpo 2023, and now the company is bringing its full line to the US market.

FORNNAX launches SR-MAX2500 primary shredder at IFAT India 2024

Fornnax, a renowned shredding and recycling equipment provider with years of experience in designing and developing SR-Series dual shaft shredders, has unveiled its advanced level SR-MAX2500 shredder specially designed for the municipal solid waste category.

Revolutionising the Indian Construction Industry

We are unveiling electric and hybrid machines

VG Sakthikumar, Managing Director Schwing Stetter India

At BKT, we are focusing on sustainable sourcing

Prasanta Ganguly, Head 鈥� OTR Marketing (Domestic Sales), Balkrishna Industries

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

Bridgestone to invest $85 mn in enhancing premium tyre production in India

Bridgestone considers the Indian market to be a growth opportunity

PNC Infratech wins Rs 6,670 crore road contracts

PNC Infratech has announced the successful acquisition of contracts worth Rs 6,670 crore for essential road infrastructure projects in Maharashtra.

Scania India announces Silvio Munhoz as its new MD

Bonfiglioli invests Rs 320 cr in India expansion

Bonfiglioli Transmissions, the Indian subsidiary of Bonfiglioli Group, a global leader in power transmission and drive solutions, celebrated a significant milestone with the foundation stone laying ceremony for its new industry and automation facility in Cheyyar, Tamil Nadu, and the inauguration of its technology and innovation hub in Chennai.