Articles by Andy Brown
Published on: 11 July 2025
By integrating batteries into the counterweight, Volvo CE avoided bulk and improved visibility – earning praise for both form and function
Published on: 11 July 2025
The €131m smart facility will increase production capacity by 56% and serve as a central hub for Hyundai’s global operations
Published on: 10 July 2025
OEM appoints former Hyundai executive Dr. Hubertus Muenster to lead European sales, rental and distribution
Published on: 24 June 2025
After nearly two decades, Volvo CE ends its SDLG partnership to target high-end segments in China and strengthen its innovation base
Published on: 10 June 2025
Fayat Group says that Mecalac will retain its autonomy and purchase is “a fantastic opportunity”
Published on: 10 June 2025
Production boost at three international sites aims to reduce emissions and localise supply chains
Published on: 27 May 2025
JCB’s hydrogen combustion engine is now certified for sale and use across all European Union (EU) member states, marking a major step in the development of hydrogen power
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Published on: 16 May 2025
Sany, XCMG, Zoomlion and Lovol outline ambitious plans to grow overseas sales
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Published on: 16 May 2025
Cheol-gon Choi, President and CEO at HD Hyundai Construction Equipment talks to Andy Brown about smarter equipment and different power options
Published on: 06 May 2025
Proposed FY2026 budget includes deep cuts to housing, energy, and environmental programmes
Published on: 30 April 2025
Caterpillar has reported a 19% year-on-year drop in construction equipment sales for Q1 2025, with declines across all regions
Published on: 29 April 2025
Case launches its first BS (CEV) Stage V-compliant machines from its Pithampur plant in India
Published on: 23 April 2025
Sales up in some markets but down in others for first quarter of 2025
Published on: 03 April 2025
JCB is doubling the size of its new Texas factory to one million square feet in response to President Trump’s tariffs, investing $500 million
Published on: 03 April 2025
Kobelco will debut two electric excavators, a 7-ton and 2-ton model, at Bauma 2025
Published on: 31 March 2025
Kobelco, Leica Geosystems and Xwatch to “enhance remote excavation technology” with the K-DIVE system
Published on: 28 March 2025
OEM cites full dealer stocks and weak demand for sharp decline but points to early signs of recovery and strategic cost-cutting efforts
Published on: 26 March 2025
Global construction equipment sales are forecast to hit their lowest point in 2025, according to Off-Highway Research, with growth expected to return from 2026
Published on: 21 March 2025
Why Bauma is relevant to rental companies.
Published on: 20 March 2025
World’s biggest OEM says its Bauma stand will feature 48 machines, including 17 new introductions or upgrades
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