Author: Stephen White

At this year’s Bauma exhibition, Bobcat made a bold statement about the future of compact equipment, showcasing the next generation of its R2-Series mini excavators alongside an impressive lineup of electric and autonomous machinery. With the unveiling of its new 1-2 tonne R2-Series mini excavators and upgrades to the flagship E88 model, Bobcat reinforced its reputation as a technology-driven innovator committed to both performance and sustainability. A Decade of Progress: New R2-Series Mini Excavators One of the centrepieces of Bobcat’s stand was the debut of the new 1-2 tonne R2-Series mini excavators — the E16, E17z, E19 and E20z —…

Al Marwan Heavy Machinery has successfully delivered 19 state-of-the-art Sinoboom articulated boom lifts to a client in the UAE, marking a significant milestone in regional equipment supply and reinforcing its role as a key access solutions provider. This delivery, completed on February 26th, represents the first phase of a larger order of more than 50 units and signals substantial growth for both Al Marwan and Sinoboom in the Middle East. The arrival of the AB46RJ boom lifts, recognised as some of the largest and most advanced of their kind, enhances Al Marwan’s fleet and offers customers improved high-reach capability for…

Kanoo Machinery, a leading provider of industrial and construction equipment in the GCC, is showcasing its advanced solutions at the SaudiFood Manufacturing 2025 exhibition, currently underway at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre from April 13 to 15. The event marks its second edition, following a highly successful launch last year. Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030’s strategic initiatives for food security, Saudi Arabia is experiencing a significant transformation within its food and beverage (F&B) sector. Notably, the Kingdom recently announced the establishment of the world’s largest food park in Jeddah, set to attract investments worth $5.3 billion and create…

JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, has launched its newly redesigned corporate website, JLG.com, aiming to significantly enhance user experience, brand innovation, and customer support. The revamped site introduces improved navigation, personalised content, and new digital tools designed to streamline equipment selection and resource access. “We recognised that our online presence needed to evolve to better serve our customers,” explained Nancy DeZarn, Senior Manager of Digital Marketing at JLG. “This redesign is not just a cosmetic upgrade; it creates a comprehensive, interconnected digital experience that delivers what our customers need, from initial product research to ongoing support, all in…

At Bauma 2025, Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. made a compelling showcase of its vision under the theme “Greener Development, Brighter Future,” marking a powerful statement about its ongoing commitment to digitalisation, sustainability, new energy, and global expansion. Occupying an impressive 3,000 square metres, Zoomlion’s exhibit featured more than 60 flagship products across nine categories, underscoring its significant investments in innovation, sustainability, and advanced technology. At bauma 2025, over 20 featured products are locally manufactured in Europe that meet the market demand and customer preference in terms of performance, technology, standards and design. Zoomlion’s 72-ton and 62-ton…

SENNEBOGEN has agreed a strategic partnership to locally manufacture crawler cranes through its national partner PWS and Bersy Engineering Consultancy Bec-Fze with backing from the National Industrial Development Center (NIDC), the industrial investment arm of the government of Saudi Arabia. As part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and its ongoing efforts to localise strategic industries, Pipes & Wells Services Company (PWS), a subsidiary company of Abdel Hadi A. Al-Qahtani & Sons (AHQ), signed the industrial partnership with the leading German machinery manufacturer “to manufacture an attractive product line of crawler cranes within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia” this week. The…

​As bauma 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines, construction vehicles, and construction equipment, unfolds this week from April 7 to 13 in Munich, Germany, the global construction industry in fact finds itself at a crossroads. This utterly crucial event, relied upon for showcasing groundbreaking technologies and fostering international collaboration, coincides with a period of heightened trade tensions instigated by the United States’ recent tariff escalations.​ On April 8, 2025, the Trump administration announced a staggering 104% tariff on Chinese exports to the U.S., effective immediately. This move was in retaliation to China’s…

In a major announcement at bauma 2025, Sinoboom confirmed the acquisition of the Holland Lift brand and its intellectual property through its Netherlands-based subsidiary, Sinoboom BV. The move represents a key milestone in Sinoboom’s “Made in Europe for Europe” strategy, aiming to expand its footprint in the high-capacity scissor lift segment. Holland Lift, a Dutch manufacturer renowned for its robust, high-capacity scissor lifts, entered liquidation in August 2023, citing steep steel prices, rising operational costs, and ongoing supply chain issues in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine. The company also highlighted increased pressure from low-price…

As the construction industry accelerates its shift towards circular economy principles, Metso is responding with solutions designed to improve sustainability, material recovery, and energy efficiency. During bauma 2025, Metso is spotlighting its HRC 8 high pressure grinding rolls (HPGR) crusher — a powerful solution for industrial sand production and the separation of usable materials from construction and demolition waste. The HRC 8 delivers enhanced capacity, reduced energy consumption, and minimal wear part use, making it an ideal choice for aggregate producers and contractors seeking sustainable and efficient operations. With its ability to generate high-quality manufactured sand and upcycle construction and…

Septentrio, part of Hexagon and a leader in high-precision GNSS and GNSS/INS solutions, has unveiled two new ultra-rugged GNSS receivers—the AsteRx RB3 and the GNSS/Inertial Navigation System (INS) integrated AsteRx RBi3. These receivers are designed specifically for machine control and industrial automation in extreme operational conditions, offering robust, centimetre-level positioning accuracy. With an IP69K rating, the RB3 and RBi3 models set new standards for durability. Engineered to withstand extreme environmental stresses, including severe shocks, vibrations, and challenging GNSS environments, these receivers have undergone extensive validation and testing aligned with stringent ISO standards. “RB3 and RBi3 set a new benchmark for…