Weekly overview 4.5. - 8.5. 2026

LECTURA Innovation Guide to SaMoTer 2026

Explore our SaMoTer 2026 Innovation Guide and discover the latest advancements in construction machinery, earthmoving, roadbuilding, lifting, and digital jobsite technologies. From heavy equipment and attachments to electrification and smart solutions, the guide highlights innovations driving efficiency, productivity, and sustainability across the construction sector. Read more >>

New Holland T7 Standard Wheelbase Wins Prestigious Red Dot Design Award

New Holland's T7 Standard Wheelbase tractor has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Design Award for its innovative and holistic redesign that enhances both functionality and style. The tractor features a new Dynamic Blue color, improved visibility, maneuverability, and operator comfort, underlining the brand's renewed design language and operator-centric approach. Key performance upgrades include a new front axle for better comfort and a reduced turning circle, along with efficient transmissions like the T7.225 Dynamic Command™. This award highlights New Holland's strategic focus on integrating advanced technology with design to improve efficiency and sustainability in the agricultural sector, further cementing their relationship with the Red Dot Design Award. Read more >>

GRUPO ROXU takes delivery of its third RUTHMANN STEIGER® T 900 HF at SMOPYC 2026

GRUPO ROXU has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of a third RUTHMANN STEIGER T 900 HF aerial work platform, highlighting its commitment to high-performance equipment in the heavy-duty segment. This purchase, made during SMOPYC 2026 in Zaragoza, underscores the company's confidence in RUTHMANN's quality and AMCO Machinery & Consulting's support. The T 900 HF offers advanced features like a 90-meter working height and the Dynamic Reach System, enhancing operational flexibility. The event also featured TIME Manufacturing showcasing their RUTHMANN and MOVEX brands, emphasizing innovative remote maintenance solutions for improved service and diagnostics. Read more >>

Palazzani Industrie appoints up rent for Croatia

Palazzani Industrie has appointed Up Rent as its exclusive dealer to enhance its presence in the Croatian market. Up Rent, known for its 26 years of expertise in rental and sales of aerial platforms, offers a comprehensive national coverage with headquarters in Zagreb and an operational branch in Split. The partnership capitalizes on Up Rent's strong infrastructure, its use of digital rental management systems, and commitment to sustainability with 100% renewable energy. The collaboration commenced with the delivery of a TZJ 180 Petrol Spider lift, poised for rental and demonstrations in Croatia's expanding market for working at height solutions. This strategic alliance aligns with Palazzani's broader growth strategy, focusing on building reliable partnerships that generate long-term value. Read more >>

Triple win for CNH brands at the 2026 Red Dot Design Awards

CNH Industrial's Case IH, New Holland, and STEYR brands secured a remarkable feat by winning three prestigious 2026 Red Dot Design Awards, highlighting their excellence in design quality and innovation. Case IH Puma impressed with its enhanced cab environment, operator comfort, and upgraded safety lighting. New Holland’s T7 Standard Wheelbase introduced a dynamic blue color and improved functionality for better visibility and maneuverability. STEYR’s Cervus CVT stood out with a compact size, high power, and advanced lighting, incorporating the STEYR brand identity. These accolades reflect CNH Industrial’s dedication to customer-driven design that balances aesthetics, functionality, and practical farming needs. Read more >>

Bobcat’s Next Evolution Loaders Arrive in Europe

At the SaMoTer 2026 Fair in Verona in Italy from 6-9 May, the star attraction of the impressive product display on the Bobcat stand is the first showing in Europe of the latest evolution of the company’s R-Series Compact Loaders. To further demonstrate the company’s leadership of the compact loader market in Europe, Bobcat is also presenting a new version of the company’s T650 compact tracked loader at SaMoTer. Read more >>

Thomas Pott retires after more than four decades at Bohnenkamp

Thomas Pott has retired from Bohnenkamp SE after 43 years, leaving behind a significant legacy as Head of Sales. Beginning his career as a commercial clerk, Pott advanced to lead sales, crucially expanding the company's product range and influencing its strategic direction, particularly with the development of IF/VF flotation technology. His leadership emphasized customer relationships and a collaborative work environment. Colleagues like CEO Gregor Rüth and Heiko Holthaus lauded his visionary approach and personal impact on the company. Bohnenkamp, a leading European wholesaler of professional-use tyres and wheels, acknowledges Pott's contributions and plans to announce a successor soon. Read more >>

LANDCROS Mini Takes Honours at SaMoTer 2026

Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe (HCME) has been awarded two SaMoTer Innovation Awards for the LANDCROS Mini concept excavator, highlighting its innovative design and technical advancements in the hydraulic excavator category. Featuring a human-centered design, the LANDCROS Mini maximizes operator space and enhances safety with 360-degree visibility and sensor-linked LED alerts. Employing a phygital approach, the excavator was developed using advanced virtual and augmented reality tools, making it a groundbreaking development in compact construction machinery. Unveiled in Italy, this strategic launch aims to gather essential operator feedback to inform future engineering developments for Hitachi's compact equipment. Read more >>

GRI Announces Up to 10-Year Warranty on Pneumatic Tires Across 80+ Countries

GRI, a leading manufacturer of premium Specialty Tires, has announced an extension of its Limited Warranty Policy for Pneumatic Tires to up to 10 years, effective from 2026. This policy is applicable globally across more than 80 countries for tires manufactured on or after January 1, 2025. The warranty offers differentiated coverage: Agricultural Radial Tires for 10 years, Agricultural Bias Tires for 8 years, and Construction, Earthmover, Industrial, Material Handling, Port & Mining tires for 5 years. This enhancement reflects GRI's confidence in the quality of their products, providing benefits exclusively to the original purchasers, thereby demonstrating their commitment to customer satisfaction. Barry Guildford, GRI's Global Commercial Director, affirmed that the warranty showcases the company's assurance in the superior performance of their tires under demanding conditions. Read more >>

Technical Mention Awarded to KOBELCO Construction Machinery Europe in the Hydraulic Excavators category for SK165SRLC

KOBELCO Construction Machinery Europe has been recognized with a Technical Mention at the SaMoTer Innovation Awards for their SK165SRLC hydraulic excavator, acknowledging their dedication to developing purpose-built machinery for niche, high-demand sectors. This award underscores their approach of creating sector-specific machines rather than adapting general-purpose equipment, focusing on specialized applications like demolition and forestry. The SK165SRLC emphasizes operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability, reflecting KOBELCO's commitment to engineering innovation, serialized production, and customization. Manufactured in Japan, their process integrates deep application expertise and scalable production, positioning KOBELCO as a leader in next-generation construction equipment and demonstrating technological excellence. Read more >>

New JLG Power Towers Accessories to Improve Efficiency and Safety

JLG Power Towers has launched new accessories aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency for construction workers using low-level access equipment. The new board and pipe carrying accessory is designed to aid in the handling of bulky materials like plasterboard sheets and pipes at heights up to 5 meters. It supports plasterboard sheets up to 75kg and pipes or rods up to 45kg, while maintaining compact maneuverability for platforms through doorways. Additional safety accessories include an anticlimb grate to inhibit unsafe climbing and a compact confined space basket for operations in restricted areas. These innovations, developed in response to real on-site challenges, promote safe practices and compliance in construction and fit-out applications, according to Andrew Menham, Senior Business Development Manager for JLG Power Towers in Europe. Read more >>