Author: Stephen White

GEHL, a brand with a heritage dating back to 1859 and known for its compact machinery including telehandlers, backhoes, skid steers, and track loaders, has officially launched in the UAE. German Gulf Enterprises is now the exclusive dealer for GEHL in the region. The partnership was celebrated at a recent launch event where German Gulf Enterprises introduced two new models of skid steer loaders, R164 and R180, to the MENA region. The event was attended by Ayman Ahmed, CEO of Bukhtir Industrial, Ahmad Swaid, Deputy General Manager of German Gulf Enterprises, GEHL’s Managing Director ME Benoit Renard, and Jérémie Calteau,…

NAZ industries have been certified by Great Place to Work for the first time. The award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at a company. This year, 95% of employees said it’s a great place To Work – 59% more than the average U.S. companies, according to the statement from NAZ Industries. Great Place to Work claims to be the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation. “It’s an achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,”…

Following a region-wide industry vote, the shortlist for the Construction Machinery Middle East Awards 2024 has been revealed by the magazine’s editorial staff. The inaugural Construction Machinery ME Awards is set to take place on Thursday 13th June, 2024 at the Habtoor Grand Resort – JBR in Dubai. On the night, there will be 24 different award categories with a mixture of public vote and judge-voted winners. Categories such as ‘Excavator of the Year’ and the increasingly important ‘Equipment Rental’ segment were open to a public vote which closed last week. The votes have now been collected and audited to…

Taking place in Eskilstuna, Sweden, Volvo Days was the first major showcase since the company announced the site as its new corporate headquarters in August last year. At the flagship event, customers got an inside look at Volvo CE’s very latest launches and innovations across both electric and conventional solutions, as well as its range of digital tools – and met the people making it happen. Melker Jernberg, Head of Volvo CE, said: “In this time of rapid change, the global community needs the construction industry to step up and meet societal challenges with safer, smarter, and more sustainable solutions.…

The CEO of Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) told the world’s press at the Volvo Days event last week that the firm expects the demand for electric machinery to accelerate in coming years, even if the market has proved to be more sluggish than anticipated. “Electrification is a bumpy ride and it’s not moving as quickly as we anticipated. We are sure that in a couple of years that will change. I think we will be forced to react quickly. So we are investing to be ready for change,” said Volvo CE CEO Melker Jernberg. Speaking during the press conference held…

Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) told attendees on the first evening of the 2024 Volvo Days event in Eskilstuna that it will make significant upcoming announcement later today. The annual event, renowned for showcasing cutting-edge construction technology and machinery, invites industry professionals, media, and enthusiasts every year. The event began last night under a clear Swedish sky inside Volvo CE’s original factory which is now known at the Munktell Museum, after founder Johan Theofron Munktell, and home to machines from its 192 year history. “We are going to reveal some very special things tomorrow,” said Bill Law, Head of Communication, as…

Continental has launched ContiConnect Lite, a new app version for digital tire management. ContiConnect Lite creates a bridge between tyre sensors and professional tire management and offers a free-of-charge gateway to selected ContiConnect features. It can now be used on tires with an integrated Gen2 sensor. Continental has been delivering its off-the-road (OTR) radial tyres with a Bluetooth-enabled sensor ex factory since the start of the year. “Digital tyre management contributes to greater safety, efficiency and sustainability, especially in the areas of earthmoving, agriculture, and at ports”, says Martijn Oosterbaan, Head of Product Management at Continental Specialty Tires. Thanks to…

Rokbak will make its inaugural appearance at Le Dig Tour, France’s premier construction machinery roadshow, this summer. The 28 tonne (30.9 US ton) Rokbak RA30 articulated hauler will be at several Le Dig Tour events – May 30th–31st in Rennes, June 6–7th in Mulhouse and September 19–20th in Brignoles. Rokbak’s participation in Le Dig Tour underscores the company’s plans to expand its presence in France and build valuable partnerships with dealers and customers. Joining editions of the expo in the north, east and south of France will offer attendees the chance to engage directly with the Rokbak brand and the…

Dubai-based trailer manufacturer NAZ Industries says it aiming to sell 4,000 different types of trailers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia this year.  Since its establishment in 2001, NAZ products have gained a reputation in KSA for their quality and durability, added the firm in a statement on its website: “Thousands of visitors have flocked to our exhibition stands at BIG5 Riyadh and BIG-5 Dubai, underscoring the high demand for our offerings. This enthusiasm has driven us to focus more intently on the KSA market,” it added. NAZ is the largest manufacturer of semi-trailers, truck-mounted bodies, and process vessels in…

Global asset management and disposition company, Ritchie Bros., is gearing up for its highly anticipated summer auction on June 4-5, 2024. This auction promises a vast and diverse selection of over 1,100 used and unused heavy equipment items, all sold to the highest bidder at unreserved prices. Bidding begins a week earlier, on May 29, which also marks the start date for personal inspections. Auction Highlights Include: · 2022 Komatsu D155A-6 Crawler Dozer · 2021 XCMG XZJ5555JQZ200K 200Ton 12x6x10 All Terrain Crane · 2019 Sany SYM5449THB 56 m on 2019 Mercedes-Benz Actros 4144 8×4 Twin-Steer Concrete Pump Truck · 2019…