Hitachi Unveils LANDCROS Mini at SaMoTer, Built from Operator Feedback

At SaMoTer, the Italian construction equipment show held in Verona from 6 to 9 March, Hitachi Construction Machinery Europe (HCME) unveiled the LANDCROS Mini, a prototype mini excavator developed directly from operator feedback. The concept reflects the company’s new product direction ahead of its planned 2027 rebrand, with a stronger focus on designing around real […]

Liebherr Introduces R 9100 Generation 8 Mining Excavator

Liebherr Mining has announced the R 9100 Generation 8 (G8), a new 100-tonne-class mining excavator that will be offered in backhoe and face shovel configurations. The new model is available to order now and is expected to replace the R 9100 Generation 6 (G6) once series production starts. Liebherr plans to begin series production of […]

SaMoTer Innovation Award Recognises 30 Winners Ahead of 2026 Exhibition

Thirty winners were recognised at the 25th edition of the SaMoTer Innovation Award, held in Verona on the eve of the 32nd edition of SaMoTer at Palazzo della Gran Guardia during the welcome dinner. SaMoTer, held at Veronafiere in Verona from 6 to 9 May 2026, is considered Italy’s main meeting point for the construction equipment […]

Komatsu Launches the PC9000-12 Hydraulic Mining Excavator for Global Markets

Komatsu Germany Mining Division has launched the PC9000-12 hydraulic mining excavator for global markets, extending availability beyond Canada through Komatsu’s dealer network. The PC9000-12 can be specified with diesel Tier 4, diesel unregulated, or an electric drive option, positioning the machine for different regulatory regimes and site requirements. The model is offered in front shovel […]

John Deere Launched New 844 and 904 X-Tier Wheel Loaders

John Deere is expanding its  X-Tier portfolio with the introduction of 844 and 904 X-Tier Wheel Loaders, engineered to move more material while cutting fuel consumption. The new X-Tier machines combine an electrified drivetrain, intelligent machine controls, and optional operator awareness systems, aimed at improving operating efficiency and on-site productivity. “In high-production, harsh environments, every […]

Bobcat Presents the Updated R-Series Loaders and a New T650 Stage V

Bobcat launched an updated generation of its R-Series skid-steer and compact track loaders to the European market, alongside a revised T650 compact track loader configured for Stage V markets. Updated R-Series lineup Bobcat has revised the R-Series naming to distinguish the latest generation of machines. The change is meant to help customers track incremental model […]

Epiroc Launches New EC 122 Hydraulic Breaker

Epiroc has launched the new EC 122 hydraulic breaker, with improved handling, extended service life, and simplified maintenance. The new model follows the introduction of the EC 102 breaker at Bauma 2025. The new EC 122 hydraulic breaker comes with a set of changes aimed at making maintenance faster and reducing wear-related downtime. One of […]

Volvo CE to Wind Down Rokbak Articulated Haulers, Refocus Motherwell on Rigid Trucks

Volvo Construction Equipment is preparing to close its Rokbak business, ending production of the Scottish-built articulated haulers after a consultation process expected to run through Q3 2026. The move is part of a longer-term portfolio shift, with Volvo CE saying the Rokbak operation has become “unsustainable” as costs rise and trade friction bites. Production to […]

Manitou Opens Indonesian Subsidiary in Jakarta

Manitou Group has inaugurated a new subsidiary in Indonesia, expanding its direct presence in Southeast Asia under the LIFT roadmap. Indonesia remains one of the region’s most dynamic economies. Trading Economics data puts GDP growth at around 5% in 2025, with forecasts still near 5% for 2026. Infrastructure spending is a key driver: Southeast Asia […]

TVH Names Giuliano Parodi as New CEO

TVH, Belgium-based global parts specialist for off-road machinery, appointed Giuliano Parodias the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1st. With nearly 25 years of experience in the industrial equipment and automotive sectors, Giuliano will lead TVH into its next chapter of global growth. Giuliano Parodi is a chartered engineer with a Master of Science […]

Merlo America: Piranha Rentals Is the New Authorized Dealer for South Louisiana

Merlo America has added Piranha Rentals to its U.S. dealer network, expanding sales, rental, parts and service support for Merlo telehandlers and attachments across South Louisiana. Headquartered in Houma, Piranha Rentals operates facilities serving Venice, Port Fourchon and Plaquemine. The family-owned company supports offshore oil and gas, petrochemical, construction, pipeline, homebuilding and industrial customers, and […]

[Job Story] Potain MCT 385 Cranes Deployed on Zhoushan Taoyaomen Bridge Project, in China

Two Potain MCT 385 topless tower cranes are working on the Zhoushan Taoyaomen Bridge, a road and rail crossing being built as part of the Ningbo-Zhoushan Railway in China’s Zhejiang province. The bridge is designed to connect Fuchi Island and Cezi Island and is planned to feature a 666 m main span. Pylon construction began […]

PALFINGER and ICON Team up on Titan, a Large-scale Robot for 3D-printed Construction

PALFINGER, an Austrian company specialising in crane and lifting solutions, and U.S.-based construction 3D printing firm ICON have entered a strategic collaboration to develop Titan, a large-scale robotic system aimed at bringing 3D printing into the building sector. The project also targets global scalability, as the market faces persistent labour shortages and rising expectations around […]

MB Crusher Launches New Attachments at SaMoTer As Marks 25 Years in Business

MB Crusher marked its 25th anniversary at SaMoTer, the Italian construction equipment show held at Veronafiere in Verona from 6 to 9 May 2026. With a significant presence across the venue, including two indoor stands and an outdoor demo area, the company presented new attachments and several product lines at work. MB-G940 S4 Sorting Grapple […]

Simex Expands Road Construction Range with D-BLADE 200 Floor Saw

Simex has introduced the D-BLADE 200, a floor saw attachment designed for cutting asphalt and concrete in road construction and utility installation applications. Presented at SaMoTer 2026, the D-BLADE 200 was named winner in the Attachments category at the SaMoTer Innovation Award 2026. The award recognised the diamond cutting disc for skid steer loaders for […]