Author: Stephen White

DEWALT has launched its first state-of-the-art portable jobsite containers in Riyadh. With plans to deploy up to 10 containers across key projects in KSA and the UAE, DEWALT aims to enhance productivity, efficiency, and accessibility to tools on modern construction sites. Poised to become indispensable assets in the evolving construction landscape, the portable jobsite containers will serve multiple critical functions, including an onsite service station for tool repairs, a pick-up and loaner tools collection point, and an interactive space for product demonstrations and training sessions. According to the Construction Landscape Review – H1 2024, Riyadh alone accounted for nearly 40%…

Raimondi Cranes has officially introduced the T577 flat-top tower crane, its largest model to date, into Saudi Arabia. The unveiling at the Big5 Saudi was led by Chairman HRH Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud, alongside Group CEO Luigi Maggioni and General Manager of Raimondi Middle East Wael Hasan. The senior leadership team was present to introduce the latest technological advancements in Raimondi’s tower crane portfolio to clients and industry stakeholders. Fully conceptualized and developed in-house, the T577 flat-top tower crane is designed to meet the increasing demand for higher lifting capacities worldwide. Offering enhanced efficiency, precision, and…

Atlas Copco has introduced the world’s first battery-powered mobile screw compressor, its B-Air electric compressor range, into the UAE. Hosted by Galadari Energy Solutions, the official distributor of Atlas Copco and subsidiary of Galadari Brothers, the launch event provided industry leaders and stakeholders with an exclusive look at the groundbreaking machine. The B-Air 185-12, a flagship model in the range, is designed to deliver an autonomous, emission-free performance for up to eight hours on a single charge. It features an innovative battery array cooling system that prevents overheating, ensuring seamless operation even in extreme climates. “Even at 70 degrees, if…

The HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND TRUCK (HEAT) SHOW is returning for its highly anticipated second edition at Dharan Expo, Dammam. Building on the success of last year’s launch event, the HEAT Show 2025 will once again serve as the Kingdom’s largest dedicated platform for the heavy equipment, transport, and logistics industries. This year’s event will host even more exhibitors and attendees, with major global and regional brands showcasing their latest machinery, trucks, and contractor and fleet solutions. The show will also feature a robust conference program, giving visitors access to expert insights on industry development in Saudi Arabia, industry trends, sustainability,…

Kanoo Machinery announced new equipment launches and a strategic partnership with Wacker Neuson as it successfully hosted the Kanoo Machinery Open Day on February 11, 2025, at its facility in Jeddah. Attended by prominent industry leaders, business partners, and customers, the event featured live displays and demonstrations of newly launched equipment, including the Grove TMC Crane, along with handover ceremonies for recently acquired machines. Clients had the opportunity to explore advanced solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency across industries. A key highlight of the event was the signing of a strategic agreement between Kanoo Machinery and Wacker Neuson, a leading manufacturer…

Caterpillar Inc. will mark its centennial at bauma Munich 2025, highlighting a century of innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused solutions. The event, scheduled from April 7-13, will serve as a platform to showcase the company’s advancements in construction machinery, power systems, and digital technologies under the theme “The Next 100 Years.” With an exhibit covering over 9,000 square meters in Hall B6, Caterpillar aims to demonstrate its vision for the future of construction and heavy machinery. At the heart of the exhibition is the Cat Performance Centre, a space designed to illustrate how Caterpillar integrates power, machinery, technology, and automation to…

The world’s biggest construction tradeshow, Bauma, is about to open its doors from April 7th until April 13th, in Munich, Germany. Bauma’s and Keestrack’s focus will be on sustainability, alternative drive systems and providing solutions for the aggregates, recycling and mining industry. The R2, high performing and very compact track mobile impact crusher, has been designed to complete Keestrack’s product range of impactors. The R2 is easy to operate within city centres where high flexibility and mobility are essential. In a lot of European cities there is a need for pure electric plug-in construction equipment. With the ZERO-drive, a full…

Wolffkran will introduced the WOLFF 8095 Compact, its first trolley jib crane in the 900 mt class, at bauma 2025. Designed to maximize point-bearing capacity at full jib length, this new addition to the Wolff Compact series enhances flexibility and lifting capacity for demanding construction environments. The WOLFF 8095 Compact is available in two variants. The WOLFF 8095.25 is a two-fall model with a maximum lifting capacity of 25 tons and a peak load capacity of 10.5 tons at an 80-meter jib length with WOLFF Boost. The WOLFF 8095.40, is meanwhile, a convertible two- and four-fall model featuring an automatically couplable…

Topcon Positioning Systems has introduced the HiPer XR, its latest GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) receiver, designed to enhance precision in surveying, mapping, and construction applications. The HiPer XR is engineered for a diverse range of professionals, including surveyors, construction foremen, GIS specialists, archaeologists, and engineering firms, offering enhanced positioning accuracy and reliability. Building on Topcon’s 30-year legacy in GNSS technology, the new receiver supports all major satellite constellations, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, IRNSS, QZSS, and SBAS. Equipped with Topcon Integrated Leveling Technology (TILT), the HiPer XR features an integrated IMU that allows for up to 60 degrees of…

In the ever-evolving construction industry, time is money. For years, delays and rework have been the industry’s headaches, causing enormous cost overruns and damping stakeholder confidence. At the root of these inefficiencies, it is often fragmented or unclear data. As the construction sector continues to adopt digital transformation, there has never been a greater need for the importance of accurate, centralized data to secure project success. The Dangers of Fragmented Data in Construction Fragmented data is one of the most common culprits behind construction delays and rework. When teams rely on disparate tools and outdated documentation methods, information silos emerge,…