Articles by Andy Brown

Caterpillar and Codelco launch pilot of diesel-electric truck charging system
Published on: 03 October 2025
The technology is said to have the potential to cut truck emissions by up to 70% while extending fleet life
Leica TS20 “significant leap forward” in total station technology
Published on: 03 October 2025
AI-powered TS20 robotic total station optimises workflows, identifies potential mistakes, and ensures reliable measurements
Ecocem invests in research centre to decarbonise cement industry
Published on: 02 October 2025
Ecocem aims to enable net-zero cement by 2040, a decade ahead of global targets, without relying on carbon capture
GIS 2025 draws almost 20,000 visitors as European lifting show expands
Published on: 02 October 2025
Over 490 brands showcased innovations across lifting and exceptional transport, highlighting Europe’s construction trends
IPAF reveals plans for APEX; AI systems for rental showcased at IRE
Published on: 26 September 2025
IPAF will have live demonstration site at “key event for our industry” and rental technology to highlight AI tools for rental management at International Rental Exhibition (IRE)
The power of the Sun: UK landscaper runs JCB micro excavator on solar
Published on: 25 September 2025
JCB 8008E electric micro excavator delivers a full day’s work powered entirely by solar energy
Green light for world’s first fully-decarbonised cement production plant
Published on: 25 September 2025
World-first carbon capture technology will produce net-zero cement at industrial scale in North Wales
Bouygues to help modernise Australia’s Davis Antarctic Station
Published on: 25 September 2025
Construction work is scheduled to start in 2026 and will take place in the warmer months of October through to February
Wrexham AFC makes appointment for development of Kop Stand
Published on: 24 September 2025
McLaren Construction will lead design, tendering, and construction planning for the new stand
Global infrastructure leaders warn of threats to project delivery
Published on: 23 September 2025
Insights from policymakers, designers, and operators reveal where governments and contractors can keep projects on track
Microsoft to build $3bn AI data center in Wisconsin
Published on: 22 September 2025
Second such facility to be built in Wisconsin by Microsoft 
China-based Yuchai enters mass production with electric models
Published on: 19 September 2025
Yuchai’s full lineup of compact electric loaders, excavators, and demolition robots is now in mass production
Construction equipment sales in Italy rise 3% despite export slump
Published on: 18 September 2025
Nearly 10,000 construction machines were sold in Italy in the first half of 2025, marking a modest domestic growth despite weaker exports
Successful demo for industry-first E-Stop safety system
Published on: 18 September 2025
Develon plans to launch the DX230LC-9 in Europe next January with the smart E-Stop safety system installed
Conexpo 2026: show director on what’s new and what’s next
Published on: 17 September 2025
Dana Wuesthoff reveals to Andy Brown the highlights of ConExpo 2026 and how planning for 2029 is already well underway
Canada launches C$13bn programme to tackle housing crisis
Published on: 16 September 2025
New federal agency, Build Canada Homes, to oversee affordable housing construction at scale 
Digital twin technology drives sustainability in iTwin4Good student competition
Published on: 15 September 2025
University students worldwide applied Bentley’s iTwin platform to tackle waste, energy, and land-use challenges.
Bomag joins UN Global Compact, pledges sustainability commitment
Published on: 12 September 2025
Bomag commits to human rights, environmental protection, and ethical business
Ethiopia’s record-breaking Grand Renaissance Dam opens
Published on: 09 September 2025
Webuild completes Africa’s largest hydropower project, with a 5,000MW capacity and world-record concrete work
New Chief Executive at Balfour Beatty
Published on: 08 September 2025
New appointment has over 30 years of experience in engineering, project management, and construction from tenure at AtkinsRéalis Group 
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