Author: Stephen White

A South Korean delegation recently visited Ukraine to discuss six reconstruction projects in the country. The delegation included 18 state-run organisations and private businesses, such as Korea Land & Housing Corporation, Hyundai E&C, and Naver, and was led by South Korean Minister of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport, Won Hee-ryong. During the visit, they met with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky and participated in a reconstruction cooperation forum. The projects they agreed to work on include smart transportation in Kyiv, a smart city in Uman, modernisation of the Boryspil International Airport, and the construction of a sewage system in Bucha. Hyundai signed…

In a significant development for the construction equipment industry, Volvo is rolling out upgrades for its L60F-L90F wheel loaders, ushering in the H-Series generation with Tier 3 engines. These enhancements not only maintain the machines’ renowned power and reliability but also introduce a host of additional benefits. The H-Series wheel loaders promise increased operator comfort, lifting capacity, fuel efficiency, and reduced service costs, resulting in a smoother operator experience on virtually any job site. As part of this series upgrade, the older L60Gz and L90Gz models will be gradually phased out by the close of 2023. The H-Series wheel loaders…

Having written multiple reports on both off-road and on-road powertrains, I’m now, as we launch our latest Off-Highway Powertrain report, in a good position to reflect on the differences. On a very broad level there are many similarities. For example, over time the market will steadily replace diesel with alternative powertrains, the trend in new technologies is not towards hybrid vehicles in either off-road or on-road, and charging/refuelling infrastructure remains a significant problem that is difficult to solve. Similar competitors, such as Dana, Bosch and Ballard, operate in both markets, and nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) and lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) batteries…

DEVELON, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment, has successfully launched its highly anticipated ‘DX-7M’ series of tracked excavators, comprising 19 distinct models ranging from 2 to 53 tonnes. These excavators are tailored to cater to Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets worldwide, offering enhanced performance and innovative features for a diverse range of industries, including construction, rental, recycling, waste processing, utilities, mining, and quarrying. The ‘DX-7M’ lineup includes: DX27Z-7M and DX35Z-7M (2-3 t Mini-Excavators) DX200A-7M, DX210-7M, DX220LC-7M, and DX220AF-7M (20-22 t Crawler Excavators) DX225LC-7M and DX225LCA-7M (22 t Crawler Excavators) DX300LC-7M, DX300LCA-7M, DX360LC-7M, and DX360LCA-7M (31-37 t Crawler Excavators) DX400LC-7M,…

The crane service provider Scholpp and the steel fabrication firm Erich Mächler GmbH are a well-coordinated team, having worked together since 1984. In their time, they’ve mastered many a challenging project – like the recent lift of a steel pedestrian bridge in Bad Rotenfels. But this time the team had a new member: the brand-new Tadano AC 4.080-1 all terrain crane. Scholpp had only recently acquired the machine, complete with all the bells and whistles. Prior to the lift, the Scholpp and Mächler employees involved in the project jointly inspected the construction site and saw right away that it was going…

Terex Advance has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to integrate Cummins’ X15H hydrogen internal combustion engines into its Terex Advance Commander Series. The Terex Advance Commander Series is a range of front-discharge concrete mixer trucks designed for off-road use. “As the global need to reduce emissions becomes stronger, we are actively pursuing practical, cost-effective strategies to help our ready-mix customers decarbonize. Cummins’ X15H is a feasible zero-carbon option for our renowned front-discharge mixer trucks, and we are eagerly anticipating the future deployment of this technology,” said David Grabner, general manager, Terex Advance. Currently powered by Cummins diesel engines, the…

The UAE will ban heavy vehicles weighing over 65 tonnes from driving on its roads, effective from the beginning of next year, 2024. In a significant move aimed at preserving the country’s advanced infrastructure and bolstering road safety the announcement comes as part of a federal law regulating vehicle weights approved by the UAE Cabinet. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, expressed the rationale behind this pivotal decision. He emphasized that the primary objective of the ban is to protect and maintain the UAE’s state-of-the-art road infrastructure…

Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies, a leading industrial player dedicated to decarbonising the construction sector through clinker-free cements, has announced a significant milestone in its global expansion efforts. The company has inked a  22-year exclusive licensing agreement with the Shurfah Group, a prominent Saudi conglomerate, to establish multiple Hoffmann Green cement production units in Saudi Arabia. This strategic collaboration aims to advance the decarbonization of the construction sector within the region. The 22-year licensing agreement provides the Shurfah Group with exclusive rights to leverage Hoffmann Green’s pioneering clinker-free cement technologies and replicate a first-of-its-kind plant based on the H2 vertical model.…

Cutting-edge construction equipment manufacturer, Bobcat, has unveiled its newest addition, the B730 M-Series Backhoe Loader, tailored specifically for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) regions. This robust machine combines high performance, user-friendly operation, and unmatched comfort while maintaining Bobcat’s reputation for durability through its proven, high-quality components, says the manufacturer. The B730 M-Series is produced at the modern Doosan Bobcat manufacturing facility in Chennai, India. It joins the  Bobcat backhoe loader family as a model designed for the value market. This versatile machine is available in multiple configurations and is compatible with a range…

Middle East Crane Equipment Trading (MECET), the authorised dealer for the United Arab Emirates, celebrated the key handover of the first unit of the Hitachi ZW370-5A. Wim Aernouts, the managing director of MECET, accepted the delivery, marking a significant milestone in the region’s construction and heavy machinery industry. The Hitachi ZW370-5A, boasting a bucket ISO heaped capacity of 5.0m³ with a 1.9 V-shape rock bucket (BOT, PIN TYPE), is suitable for construction and earthmoving projects across the UAE. With an engine power of 300 kW (402 HP) and an operating weight ranging from 31,750 to 32,570 kg, this machine promises…