Weekly overview 21.7. - 25.7. 2025

KOBELCO Construction Machinery Europe Raises the Bar with New Headquarters and Demo Hub in Lelystad

KOBELCO Construction Machinery Europe B.V. (KCME), a subsidiary of Japan's KOBELCO Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., is relocating its headquarters to Lelystad as of July 14, 2025, to support its expansion and innovation goals in Europe. This strategic move involves establishing a state-of-the-art facility, including an enlarged parts warehouse to improve supply chain efficiency and a Technical Training Center with modern classrooms and workshops for enhanced training and demonstrations. The new location will also feature a significant 3,500 m² outdoor demonstration area for real-world testing, underscoring KCME's dedication to continuous product development and customer engagement. This initiative marks a significant advancement in KCME's operations, aiming to reinforce its market presence and enhance service delivery across Europe. Read more >>

Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam (ECT) orders a Konecranes Automated Horizontal Transport System to modernize and electrify operations

Hutchison Ports ECT Rotterdam is modernizing and electrifying its operations by ordering a Konecranes Automated Horizontal Transport System. This order includes 42 Li-Ion Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Automated Charging Stations equipped with fast-charging capabilities, complementing the existing diesel-powered fleet managed by Konecranes’ TEAMS ECS software. This initiative supports Konecranes' Ecolifting vision, aiming to enhance environmental benefits and reduce carbon footprints while maintaining scalability and customization in port automation solutions. This development is part of a longstanding collaboration between Hutchison Ports and Konecranes, strengthening the push towards sustainable and efficient terminal operations and aligning with Konecranes' leadership in digitalization and technology investments for material handling. Read more >>

Success of Tailored Instructor Training Prompts New RTITB Course Launch

RTITB is launching a new customisable Instructor training program following the positive reception of its Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) Instructor course introduced in 2024. The new course aims to meet modern training needs and initially focuses on training instructors for Tow Tractors, Overhead Cranes, and Mobile Elevated Work Platforms, with other equipment types to be added later. The course emphasizes confidence, competence, and a culture of safety and diversity, highlighted by an increase in female lift truck instructors. It features flexible entry routes and a 'flipped classroom' model to reduce assessment stress and improve learning outcomes, ensuring instructors are well-prepared to deliver effective training. Read more >>

Sinoboom launches two narrow articulating boom lift models

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Sinoboom has announced the launch of two new narrow electric articulating boom lift models, the AB13ERJN and AB15ERJN, which build on the success of their predecessor, the AB10ERJN, popular since 2023. These new models feature enhanced flexibility and maneuverability with 355° turntable rotation, 180° platform rotation, and rotating jibs, making them ideal for navigating tight spaces. Both models maintain a narrow width of 1.5m, with zero tail-swing, and offer a loading capacity of 230kg, platform heights of 13m and 14.8m, and horizontal reaches of 7.4m and 7.1m, respectively. Equipped with AC drive motors and electric functions, they provide high efficiency, minimal maintenance, and extended run times, catering to a broad range of applications in maintenance and construction. Peter Peng, the head of Product Planning, acknowledged the strong customer feedback on the previous model and emphasized the new models' increased height and reach. Read more >>

Prinoth Panther XL Selected for Antarctic Deployment with Norwegian Polar Institute Purpose-built solution merges snow grooming and crawler carrier technologies for extreme terrain success

Prinoth's Panther XL tracked vehicles have been selected by the Norwegian Polar Institute for deployment at the Troll Research Station in Antarctica. This decision involves a 175 million NOK contract for ten units, complete with spare parts and service. Constructed at Prinoth's facility in Granby, Québec, the Panther XL integrates expertise from its Snow Grooming and Crawler Carrier divisions, featuring a customizable touchscreen, heated windows, and an air suspension seat for comfort. The vehicles are equipped with a rubber track undercarriage and an advanced powertrain, along with innovative features such as a full suspension cab and 4-track drive dynamics, ensuring performance in extreme polar conditions. This collaboration showcases Prinoth's commitment to producing high-performance solutions for challenging environments. Read more >>

Recycling company with new SENNEBOGEN 830 G series

Wurzer Umwelt GmbH, a prominent recycling company with locations in Eitting, Waldkraiburg, and Bichl, has enhanced its operations with the addition of two SENNEBOGEN 830 G series material handlers. Operating since November 2024, these machines are utilized for feeding shredders and loading recycling materials onto trucks, praised for their stability, high performance, and comfort. Produced in Bavaria, the 830 G features an impressive reach of up to 17 meters, an 800-liter polyp grab, and a new SENcon control system that facilitates intuitive operation and offers features like driver profiles and remote service. The Maxcab provides ergonomic benefits, contributing to a more pleasant operating environment. Overall, the SENNEBOGEN 830 G is noted for its efficiency, reduced fuel consumption, and strong service support, which meets the expectations of Wurzer Umwelt's Plant Manager, Edwin Lambert. Read more >>

The next step in zero local emission compaction: HX 70e battery-powered electric tandem roller

Hamm, a specialist in compaction technology, introduced the HX 70e VV-S and HX 70e VO-S battery-powered electric tandem rollers at Bauma 2025. Equipped with a 400-volt Li-ion battery from Kreisel, these models offer fast charging and quiet operation, matching the compaction power of diesel models while being ideal for noise-sensitive environments. These rollers offer reduced maintenance and operating costs compared to diesel-powered counterparts and integrate with the John Deere Operations Center for enhanced service. Initially deployed on inner-city construction sites in Europe, they exemplify Hamm’s commitment to sustainable road construction. Read more >>

Tailored for the tides: Potain Lift Solutions delivers a tower crane built for the future

The Port of Nantes, officially known as Nantes Saint-Nazaire Port, has significantly upgraded its operations with the installation of a new Potain Lift Solutions MD 689 M25 tower crane, replacing a unit that had been in service since 1960. Designed by Potain Lift Solutions, the crane is tailored to the specific requirements of the port, featuring a new traveling gantry system that spans 170 meters of rails, enabling efficient movement across the port's dry docks. The crane incorporates modern technologies such as frequency inverter drives for smooth operation, and digital connectivity via the Potain Lift Solutions Crane Control System and Potain Lift Solutions CONNECT™ for remote diagnostics. With a lift capacity of 25 tonnes at a 26-meter jib length, the crane also includes customizations for the port's corrosive environment, further boosting the port's capacity to accommodate larger vessels. This investment underscores the port's commitment to enhancing its capabilities to meet increasing industrial demands. Read more >>

Zero Boundaries: LiuGong BEV Experience Marks Strategic UK Commitment

LiuGong hosted the "Zero Boundaries: LiuGong BEV Experience" event at their UK regional hub in Portsmouth to showcase its next-generation electric construction equipment and strengthen its strategic commitment to the UK market. It brought together industry experts, including Viki Bell from the Construction Equipment Association and Ross McNally from the Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, to highlight LiuGong's innovations in battery electric vehicle technology. Howard Dale and Harry Mellor of LiuGong emphasized the company's global strategy, aiming for a strong and sustainable future across Europe with electric machinery leading efforts. The event also featured discussions on partnerships, with LiuGong planning to expand its UK dealer network and regional service capabilities. Notable agreements included plans with Holcim UK and new partnerships with Dragon Plant Sales and Lloyd Ltd, underscoring LiuGong's commitment to growing its UK presence and supporting sustainable growth in the construction industry. Read more >>

CONEXPO‑CON/AGG Gears Up for 2026 with a Century‑Plus Legacy of Innovation and Industry Growth

CONEXPO‑CON/AGG is preparing for its 2026 event, continuing over a century-long tradition of innovation and growth in the construction industry. The event, scheduled for March 3‑7, 2026, in Las Vegas, will host 2,000 exhibitors over 2.9 million square feet, with 150 educational sessions focusing on technology, sustainability, and industry practices. Originally held in 1909 in Ohio, the event has grown significantly, highlighted by milestones such as combining with the Concrete & Aggregates Show in 1928 and its rebranding in 1996 to CONEXPO-CON/AGG. Managed by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, the show is a key event for construction professionals, co-owned with NRMCA and NSSGA. Read more >>