Articles by Andy Brown

Bomag joins UN Global Compact, pledges sustainability commitment
Published on: 12 September 2025
Bomag commits to human rights, environmental protection, and ethical business
Fayat Group completes acquisition of LeeBoy
Published on: 05 September 2025
Fayat Group closes the purchase of US-based asphalt paving and maintenance equipment manufacturer 
Bobcat launches limited edition mini excavators
Published on: 04 September 2025
To celebrate the start of production for its new R2-Series 1-2 tonne mini excavators, Bobcat is releasing a limited-edition run
VDMA: EU-US tariff deal a ‘slap in the face’
Published on: 01 September 2025
VDMA warns of job losses and an enormous competitive disadvantage for European companies 
Doosan Bobcat opens new battery pack R&D centre
Published on: 28 August 2025
New battery pack R&D centre to speed up modular battery pack development
Wealth fund sells Caterpillar shares over Israel allegations
Published on: 27 August 2025
Norway-based investment fund sells shares in Caterpillar – and other companies – over alleged use of its products destroying Palestinian property
Growth stalls for European contractors in 2025
Published on: 26 August 2025
Residential construction struggles despite housing shortages, while infrastructure sees modest growth
Hitachi reveals 2025 R&D spend as it pushes construction innovation
Published on: 07 August 2025
OEM says digitalisation and decarbonisation are driving investment
CNH announces new EMEA head of construction
Published on: 05 August 2025
Long-term employee appointed head of construction for parent company of Case
Caterpillar’s construction and mining sales fall amid tariffs and price pressure
Published on: 05 August 2025
Tariffs and weak North America sales drag construction profit down 29% in Q2
Volvo CE reports 6% sales drop as Europe and North America slow
Published on: 17 July 2025
Second quarter sales decline for major OEM, although some countries offer hope with strong performances
Electric rethink earns Volvo CE Red Dot award for L120 loader
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
Hyundai unveils high-tech factory in South Korea to meet global demand
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
Hitachi appoints former Hyundai executive to lead European sales
Published on: 10 July 2025
OEM appoints former Hyundai executive Dr. Hubertus Muenster to lead European sales, rental and distribution
Volvo CE exits SDLG joint venture in major China strategy reset
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
Fayat Group completes acquisition of Mecalac
Published on: 10 June 2025
Fayat Group says that Mecalac will retain its autonomy and purchase is “a fantastic opportunity”
Volvo CE ramps up crawler excavator output with major global investment
Published on: 10 June 2025
Production boost at three international sites aims to reduce emissions and localise supply chains
JCB’s hydrogen engine cleared for EU sale
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
The way of the dragons: Chinese construction OEMs chase overseas growth
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Published on: 16 May 2025
Sany, XCMG, Zoomlion and Lovol outline ambitious plans to grow overseas sales
Interview: Hyundai looks to partnerships, tech and hydrogen to drive growth
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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
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