Author: Stephen White

Bobcat held a ceremonial groundbreaking on 13th June 2024 for its new 280-million EUR manufacturing facility in Mexico. The event marked a significant expansion of the newly crowned Construction Machinery ME Manufacturer of the Year’s global footprint, took place in the Salinas Victoria municipality, outside of Monterrey in the state of Nuevo Leon, said the firm. The 65,000 sqm facility is expected to be operational by 2026 and aims to increase Bobcat’s production capacity and manufacturing capabilities for select compact track and skid-steer loader models. This new location will complement Bobcat’s existing production sites in the U.S. and the Czech…

A new sustainable chapter has begun for the port in Ardersier near Inverness, as BAUER Technologies Ltd., a subsidiary of BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH, received approval from Haventus to embark on a significant revitalisation project. Work on this transformative initiative began in May. Impressive Dimensions BAUER Technologies’ responsibilities include the installation of diaphragm walls for the front quay walls and the construction of the rear anchor walls, both critical for the port’s efficiency and safety. The front quay wall boasts impressive dimensions, with a depth of up to 42 meters and a width ranging from 1,200 mm to 1,500 mm. The…

Scottish articulated hauler manufacturer and Volvo Group member, Rokbak, has announced a new partnership with Heavy Machinery Dealership (HMD), a provider of construction, mining, and quarrying equipment in West Africa. This collaboration aims to enhance the availability of Rokbak’s reliable articulated haulers across the region. Founded in 2003, HMD has built a strong reputation as a specialized distributor of premium heavy machinery and parts. The company is dedicated to contributing to Africa’s infrastructure development. Through this partnership, Rokbak ADTs will be available to an established customer base in Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Benin, Guinea, and Cote d’Ivoire. HMD will provide robust…

Ritchie Bros. is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its unreserved online auction held on June 4-5, 2024, in Dubai, UAE. This event, marking the end of Q2, attracted a significant number of participants from around the globe, reinforcing the strength and reach of our online auction platform. Ritchie Bros says its unreserved online auction held on June 4-5, 2024, in Dubai, UAE. attracted a total of 981 bidders from 69 countries. This included 416 bidders from the UAE and 565 international bidders, said the firm, before adding that the wide scope of international bidding highlighted “the extensive global…

More than 20 winners were recognised at the 2nd Construction Machinery Middle East Awards last night, held at the Habtoor Grand Resort – JBR. The event was attended by guests from across the GCC, including industry leaders, esteemed guests, and prominent figures in the construction machinery sector. “At the Construction Machinery Middle East Awards 2024, we gathered to celebrate excellence, innovation, and outstanding achievements in the equipment industry,” Stephen White, head of content, Construction Machinery Middle East commented. The host highlighted the intense competition and the overwhelming participation from the market. “A month ago, we challenged the market to tell…

It’s a partnership that is over a decade in the making with many more productive years yet to come as wet processing experts   and one of Kuwait’s leading construction companies collaborate on their landmark fourth project. The investment by Kuwait’s Associated Construction Company (ASCO) in its fourth CDE solution, a new M-Series modular sand washing plant, comes as its first, an M2500 commissioned back in 2013, records an impressive over 54,000 operating hours – equivalent to over six years of uninterrupted operation. ASCO Sand Division Manager, Khaled Nasr says the plant continues to deliver positively for the business. “Over a decade on…

Building on a record-breaking year in the Middle East and North Africa (MEENA) region, UD Trucks successfully hosted Brand Day events in Kenya and Egypt last month. These gatherings brought together marketing representatives from across East Africa and the Middle East, fostering collaboration, innovation, and strategic planning for the brand’s future direction. The events aimed to develop more tailored and efficient solutions, improve service quality, and enhance product offerings, ensuring a better and more responsive customer experience. These initiatives are set to expand UD Trucks’ presence and influence in regional markets. Entering the Brand Day events with strong momentum from…

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…