Author: Stephen White

A new global report has found that construction workers are among the most vulnerable to the safety risks posed by climate change — and calls have been made for urgent action to address the growing threat. The research, published by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation’s Global Safety Evidence Centre, highlights the significant impact of climate-related risks such as extreme temperatures, UV exposure, and severe weather events on the construction workforce. The findings are supported by the Foundation’s World Risk Poll, which reveals that nearly one in five workers worldwide (18%) experienced harm at work in the past two years — a…

To test the limits of a pipeline, you need to trust the machines behind the pressure. On the shores of the Black Sea, Atlas Copco’s portable air solutions prove their strength in one of Romania’s most important infrastructure projects. Atlas Copco’s DrillAir V28 portable air compressor and B18TT high-pressure booster are proving their mettle in Romania, supporting one of the region’s most demanding pipeline testing projects on the shores of the Black Sea. Managed by gas infrastructure specialist Gazpet Instal, the project is located in Constanța—a bustling seaport city that’s emerging as a key node in the energy supply chain.…

Sinoboom has launched two new models in its range of narrow electric articulating boom lifts, the AB13ERJN and AB15ERJN. These follow in the footsteps of the very popular AB10ERJN which came to market in 2023 and has been widely used in a variety of scenarios including maintenance and construction. The new models are designed for optimized flexibility and maneuverability in tight workspaces. With 355° turntable rotation, 180° platform rotation, and the rotating jibs offering a further 140° (AB13ERJN) or 100° (AB15ERJN) of rotation, access to hard-to-reach areas is enabled. Both models have a narrow width of only 1.5m and there…

Caterpillar has expanded its medium wheel loader line-up with the launch of the new Cat 980 GC, a heavy-duty machine designed to deliver performance, comfort, and low fuel consumption at an economical price point. Positioned to meet the diverse needs of construction, quarrying, and industrial operations, the 980 GC is easy to own and operate, with features tailored for both seasoned and less experienced operators. The 980 GC has configurations for highly regulated and lesser regulated markets to meet region-specific emissions standards while key features remain largely the same. It is powered by a Cat C13 engine, the new model…

Musanadah, a Saudi Arabian integrated facilities management firm, has officially launched Mserve, a full-service property maintenance brand targeting both residential and commercial customers across the Kingdom. The new division will offer dedicated services through two distinct arms: Mserve Home, focused on household maintenance and maid services, and Mserve Business, providing MEP and facilities management solutions to small and medium-sized businesses, commercial spaces, and property developers. Mserve is designed to fill a gap in Saudi Arabia’s growing home and property maintenance market, offering high-quality, reliable services that meet internationally recognised standards. Operating as a division of Musanadah, a wholly owned subsidiary…

Bobcat CZ, the exclusive distributor of Bobcat equipment in the Czech Republic, has announced a major new delivery of machines to long-time partner Stavebniny DEK a.s., marking one of the largest fleet expansions in the Czech rental market to date. The order includes 80 mini excavators and eight S650 skid-steer loaders, significantly expanding DEK’s national rental fleet of compact construction machinery. The new units bring DEK’s total Bobcat inventory to more than 550 machines, further cementing its position as a leading rental provider for the domestic market. The delivery includes: 30 x E10z mini excavators 30 x E19 mini excavators…

Wolffkran has signed a major contract to supply the full tower crane solution for the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Stadium in Qiddiya — one of Saudi Arabia’s most high-profile giga-projects and a key venue for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The deal was officially announced on May 28 at the Ritz-Carlton in Riyadh, attended by senior executives from Wolffkran and Qiddiya Investment Company, marking a significant milestone for both the construction and lifting sectors in the Kingdom. The Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Stadium is a centrepiece of the Qiddiya giga-project and part of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to diversify…

HD Hyundai has announced a major restructuring of its construction equipment operations, with HD Hyundai Construction Equipment and HD Hyundai Infracore set to merge into a new entity named HD Construction Equipment, effective 1st January 2026. The strategic merger, approved during separate board meetings held on 1st July, aims to bolster the company’s global competitiveness and technological readiness amid a challenging and fast-changing international marketplace. A shareholder vote is scheduled for 16th September, with regulatory approvals to follow. At launch, HD Construction Equipment will have a combined revenue base of KRW 8 trillion (USD 6.15 billion) and will operate two…

MYCRANE, the first global platform for online crane rental, has unveiled its latest innovation—MYCRANE Auction, a powerful feature designed to transform how crane rental services are procured. The new auction tool introduces a faster, more transparent rental process and promises tangible value for both customers and suppliers. The auction module, now live on MYCRANE’s main platform, supports a range of auction formats, including reverse auctions, forward auctions, and sprint formats. Initially, the reverse auction option is expected to be the most popular — particularly for high-value, urgent or highly competitive projects — allowing users to receive live bids from verified…

Selling equipment can be complex sometimes — but for tens of thousands of businesses around the world, it doesn’t have to be. At Ritchie Bros., a dedicated operations team works quietly behind the scenes, transforming what could be a stressful, time-consuming process into a smooth, fully managed experience — from the initial consultation to the final payout. “People often think of us as just an auction company,” says Shane Eshuis, Vice President of Operations at Ritchie Bros. “But what many don’t realize is that we are much more than that: we don’t just provide an online platform service — we deliver a…