Author: Stephen White

Economical pressure, changing legal frameworks and growing quality requirements: the recycling and waste disposal industry is placing increasingly high demands on providers of processing solutions. Doppstadt will demonstrate how these can be implemented at the International Trade Fair for Environmental and Wastewater Technologies (IFAT) in Munich from 13 to 17 May. Under the motto “it’s not a booth, it’s a recycling plant”, Doppstadt’s presentation goes beyond a regular trade fair stand. Instead, the company is deliberately presenting a practical recycling plant in some areas and demonstrating various facets of processing with its solutions. In this way, Doppstadt demonstrates concrete and…

Mammoet has entered into a groundbreaking strategic partnership with Aertssen Machinery Services (AMS) bringing two of the biggest names in heavy-lift operations together in the major oil and gas producing country. The collaboration between heavy transport specialist Mammoet and the renowned Belgian-origin heavy-lifting company marks a pivotal moment in the two companies’ histories in the Middle East. The new partners said they had join forces to meet the increasing demands of Qatar’s growing market, driven by robust capital and operational expenditures in the energy and infrastructure sectors. The Mammoet-AMS alliance will allow both companies to provide comprehensive heavy lifting and transport…

Wolffkran, the leading crane manufacturer, has partnered with the Zamil Group, a major Saudi investment holding company. Agreed in early February in Riyadh, this joint venture aims to establish a WOLFF crane manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia and amass a rental fleet of 300 cranes,ccc. Duncan Salt, CEO of Wolffkran Holding AG, expressed pride in leading the way in Saudi Arabia’s dynamic construction sector, citing the current construction boom as a prime opportunity for local production. Dr. Peter Schiefer, owner and Wolffkran Board member, lauded the synergy the partnership with Zamil Group, known for its strong local presence and expertise…

Metro Line 3 in Panama is setting new standards for public infrastructure projects in Latin America. And that’s not only because this project is the largest construction project since the expansion of the Panama Canal. After commissioning of the new line, planned for 2026, traffic congestion in the city should be reduced significantly. At the same time, the population will have access to fast, efficient and sustainable public transportation that will offer considerably shorter travel times than before. Both of these factors mean enormous gains in quality of life for the region’s residents. The new 34 km railway between the…

Remaining profitable in an evolving fleet sector will be the main subject of next week’s Truck and Fleet Conference – Transforming Logistics, Mobility, and Transportation in a Rapidly Changing Landscape. The fifth event in the Truck and Fleet Conference series takes place at the Habtoor Polo Resort in Dubai on 5th March, 2024 – registering as a delegate is FREE for all industry professionals. With a line-up featuring over 20 speakers and panelists, as well as an array of truck and bus demonstrations, the flagship event will once again bring together fleet operators, distributors and manufacturers to discuss meeting the challenges…

The recent supply by Hoist & Winch of a bespoke electric-powered winch to a UK building products company is allowing the safe and smooth lifting and lowering of a large telescopic export chute that loads heavy-goods vehicles (HGVs) with a media byproduct from the customer’s production process. Importantly, raising and descending takes place in a level and precise position thanks to adjustable turn-buckle jacking screws. Conceived by Hoist & Winch, one of the UK’s leading lifting equipment companies, a 400 V three-phase Haacon wire rope winch providing a swl (safe working load) of 1,500 kg sits at the heart of…

Bobcat will once again use LogiMAT to showcase its latest material handling products, including the re-branded Doosan Industrial Vehicle (DIV) line-up machines for the first time. The global rebranding and integration of Doosan Industrial Vehicle (DIV) under the Bobcat brand with its range of forklift trucks and warehouse equipment started in 2023. From 1st January 2024, all of the company’s material handling equipment has been produced in the signature Bobcat colours – white and orange, and this year’s edition of the leading international trade fair will see the first showcasing of the extensive lineup of material handling products all under the…

Ritchie Bros. has partnered with a leading banking group in the MENAT region, Emirates NBD, to provide a financing option that allows customers the opportunity to purchase items without having to pay in one lump sum. “As a trusted global marketplace for insights, services, and transaction solutions for commercial assets and vehicles, Ritchie Bros. is constantly looking at ways to make acquiring heavy machinery easy for buyers,” said the company in a statement. According to the UAE Construction Equipment Market Report 2023, the country has seen a surge in investments in public infrastructure to boost sales of road construction equipment.…

UD Trucks MEENA has doubled its sales since 2020 in the region as it begins to roll out Euro 5-specced trucks in Saudi Arabia, Mourad Hedna, Managing Director of UD Trucks MEENA has revealed.  Speaking during an event held at Zahid Tractor’s vast and modern complex in Jeddah, Hedna told the media that the Japanese truck-maker continues to post impressive numbers in the region and nab market share from its competitors. UD Trucks retail performance has increased by 35% vs 2022 in 2023 with its order book full going into the Q3 of 2024. UD Trucks was voted the Outstanding…

Terex Rough Terrain Cranes has agreed to appoint Zahid Tractor & Heavy Machinery Co. Ltd (Zahid Tractor) as its authorised distributor for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Effective immediately, Zahid Tractor will offer the complete portfolio of Terex Rough Terrain Cranes and provide local parts, service, and technical support, the two companies confirmed. Zahid Tractor is was established in 1967 and has evolved into three core business units – Construction Machinery, Commercial Vehicles and Rental. One of the biggest distributors in the Kingdo, the company serves several industries, including construction and infrastructure, industrial, logistics and warehousing, agriculture, transportation, petroleum, mining,…