
Featured Articles
Featured Articles brings together the top-performing and most talked-about articles published on Highways Today. Curated by our editorial team, this collection showcases standout stories that have captured industry attention — from groundbreaking projects and cutting-edge technologies to expert insights and global trends shaping the future of infrastructure.
Topcon celebrates Great Place to Work award for USA, Spain and Netherlands

Topcon celebrates Great Place to Work award for USA, Spain and Netherlands Topcon Positioning Systems has announced its recertification as a Great Place To Work® in the United States of America and th...
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Dogs get the Crash Test Dummies Treatment

Dogs get the Crash Test Dummies Treatment Sleepypod®, a Pasadena-based company known for reinventing pet products through innovative design, today announces it has expanded its family of proprietary c...
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Accelerating Industry Transformation with AI, Open Automation and Sustainability

Accelerating Industry Transformation with AI, Open Automation and Sustainability In an era where the digital frontier continuously reshapes industries, ARC Advisory Group’s 22nd India Forum emerged as...
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Marketing Strategies for Construction Businesses

Marketing Strategies for Construction Businesses The construction industry is a bustling arena, with countless firms competing for a slice of the pie. From small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to...
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Cemex and Ellen MacArthur Foundation Champion Circular Economy in Construction

Cemex and Ellen MacArthur Foundation Champion Circular Economy in Construction Cemex, a global leader in the construction materials industry, has announced a pivotal partnership with the Ellen MacArth...
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Powering an Asphalt Mixing Plant with a Wood Dust Burner

Powering an Asphalt Mixing Plant with a Wood Dust Burner A road construction company from Altomünster in Germany demonstrates how a little brainstorming can turn into a lighthouse project.Christian Sc...
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On-Site Detection of Microbial Contamination in Diesel

On-Site Detection of Microbial Contamination in Diesel Conidia Bioscience has launched FUELSTAT® One, a new test kit to join the FUELSTAT® range designed to rapidly detect microbial contamination in d...
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Understanding Bitumen Specifications, Tests and Properties

Understanding Bitumen Specifications, Tests and Properties Bitumen, a cornerstone in road construction and roofing, is a complex material with unique responses to stress. Its viscoelastic nature means...
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Wirtgen Offset Concrete Paving with AutoPilot 2 Stringless Machine Control

Wirtgen Offset Concrete Paving with AutoPilot 2 Stringless Machine Control Slipform pavers can be used for paving monolithic concrete constructions with the offset method. Kerbs, gutter profiles, conc...
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Hillhead celebrates unparalleled success for the 2024 show

Hillhead celebrates unparalleled success for the 2024 show Attracting more than 19,500 trade visitors and featuring an impressive 598 exhibitors across three show days, Hillhead 2024 – the biggest wor...
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Liebherr plans expansion with new Loader Manufacturing Plant in Wildon

Liebherr plans expansion with new Loader Manufacturing Plant in Wildon Liebherr-Werk Bischofshofen GmbH is planning to significantly expand its production capacity by building an additional manufactur...
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Enhancing Sustainability in Construction with Digital Marketplaces

Enhancing Sustainability in Construction with Digital Marketplaces It’s no secret that the construction industry is one of the most significant contributors to global carbon emissions, accounting for...
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CDE ProPress high-performance Filter Press delivers for Collier in Scotland

CDE ProPress high-performance Filter Press delivers for Collier in Scotland The first ProPress high-performance filter press to be commissioned by wet processing experts CDE has exceeded processing ta...
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Kapsch TrafficCom installs Wooden Toll Gantry on Austrian Highway

Kapsch TrafficCom installs Wooden Toll Gantry on Austrian Highway Kapsch TrafficCom has announced that together with Austrian roadway operator Asfinag, the first operational Green Gantry was installed...
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Republic of Angola orders 186 Modular Steel Bridges from Acrow

Republic of Angola orders 186 Modular Steel Bridges from Acrow Acrow, a leading international bridge engineering and supply company, has announced a project to supply 186 modular steel bridges to the...
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JCB 5CX PRO Wastemaster slashes costs for Bryson Recycling

JCB 5CX PRO Wastemaster slashes costs for Bryson Recycling Two versatile JCB backhoe loaders have replaced static waste compactors across a group of recycling centres – saving the operator time and mo...
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VolvoCE Electric Machinery delivering efficiency and sustainability in Japan

VolvoCE Electric Machinery delivering efficiency and sustainability in Japan Volvo Construction Equipment’s electric machines are gaining momentum throughout Asia, and the number of units being...
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Beaches in Sicily benefitting from Bobcat Beauty Treatments

Beaches in Sicily benefitting from Bobcat Beauty Treatments On the coast of Bagheria (PA) on the island of Sicily in Italy, the accumulation of seaweed on the beaches, if not managed properly, can cau...
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New Cat Track Wear Sensor delivers Remote Wear Monitoring and Alerts

New Cat Track Wear Sensor delivers Remote Wear Monitoring and Alerts With 120 years of undercarriage experience, Caterpillar continues to innovate, so customers get the most from their investment. Exc...
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WJ joins the celebration of UK Highways hidden beauty

WJ joins the celebration of UK Highways hidden beauty The UK’s leading line marking and road safety specialist, WJ Group, has shared a series of images taken by its employees in celebration of the hid...
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Makita introduces the First Cordless Breaker

Makita introduces the First Cordless Breaker Makita has added a new high-performance breaker to its range of 80VMax XGT machines. The HM004G delivers a power output that matches the equivalent corded...
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The World of Bitumen from Ancient Uses to Modern Applications

The World of Bitumen from Ancient Uses to Modern Applications Bitumen, a highly viscous form of petroleum, is a cornerstone in modern construction and infrastructure. This black, sticky substance, kno...
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Builtech Group acquires Majority Stake in Brion Group

Builtech Group acquires Majority Stake in Brion Group In a significant strategic move, Brion Group, a prominent Swedish company specializing in technical services and installation solutions for buildi...
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Redefining Deep Drilling Standards with Atlas Copco X-Air⁺ 1200-40 Compressor

Redefining Deep Drilling Standards with Atlas Copco X-Air⁺ 1200-40 Compressor Atlas Copco has announced the launch of its X-Air⁺ 1200-40, the newest member of its DrillAir portfolio. This brand-new po...
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Using a Develon Mini-Excavator to install Large Glass Panels

Using a Develon Mini-Excavator to install Large Glass Panels We are used to seeing countless jobs carried out by mini-excavators, but a novel application in the construction industry involving a new D...
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Tadano and Vestas developing Wind Turbine Nacelle Cranes

Tadano and Vestas developing Wind Turbine Nacelle Cranes Tadano has announced a new global collaboration with Vestas, the Danish wind power manufacturer holding the world’s top market share, to...
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INSTABOOM Go keeps the traffic flowing in Reading

INSTABOOM Go keeps the traffic flowing in Reading Reading Borough Council, known for its commitment to innovation and safety in traffic management, has successfully integrated the INSTABOOM Go system...
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Caterpillar announces three new VisionLink Productivity Features

Caterpillar announces three new VisionLink Productivity Features Caterpillar’s online web platform, VisionLink® Productivity, has been enhanced with the introduction of three new features – Cat Grade...
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Wirtgen’s ambitious Cold Recycling Project on Germany’s oldest Autobahn

Wirtgen’s ambitious Cold Recycling Project on Germany’s oldest Autobahn The slogan ‘Work On Progress’ is prominently displayed everywhere on STRABAG construction sites. With this campaign, STRAB...
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The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link – China’s latest Megaproject

The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link – China’s latest Megaproject The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a mega cross-sea passage in south China that consists of one underwater tunnel, two bridges, and two a...
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HEIS relies on Liebherr Machinery’s Reliability and Low Maintenance

HEIS relies on Liebherr Machinery’s Reliability and Low Maintenance As a direct neighbour of DK Recycling und Roheisen GmbH, HEIS processes the blast furnace slag that arises as a by-product of...
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Meet the new DEVELON DTL35 Compact Track Loader

Meet the new DEVELON DTL35 Compact Track Loader DEVELON introduced a prototype of its first compact track loader at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. Since then, the company has refined the design after receiving...
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Hillhead celebrates a record-breaking 2024

Hillhead celebrates a record-breaking 2024 When it comes to construction trade shows, Hillhead 2024 set a new benchmark. This year’s event was nothing short of phenomenal, shattering previous attendan...
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Altrad RMD Kwikform reinforces bridge in Saint-Claude, Guadeloupe

Altrad RMD Kwikform reinforces bridge in Saint-Claude, Guadeloupe Temporary works specialist Altrad RMD Kwikform, recently joined forces with sister company Altrad Coffrage & Etaiement to reinforc...
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Sleipner Finland and Komatsu Poland Innovating Machinery Transport

Sleipner Finland and Komatsu Poland Innovating Machinery Transport Sleipner Finland and Komatsu Poland have entered into a representation agreement for innovative transport solutions for moving mining...
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SBM Mineral Processing’s Hybrid Showstopper at Hillhead 2024

SBM Mineral Processing’s Hybrid Showstopper at Hillhead 2024 SBM Mineral Processing took centre stage at the UK’s premier quarrying exhibition, Hillhead 2024, showcasing its cutting-edge h...
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Torrevieja Desalination Plant in Alicante getting €89m enhancements

Torrevieja Desalination Plant in Alicante getting €89m enhancements The joint venture of Sacyr and Ferrovial has been awarded a €89.5 million contract by Acuamed to enhance the Torrevieja desalination...
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East meets West at China Bitumen and Road Conference 2024

East meets West at China Bitumen and Road Conference 2024 Between 2000 and 2005, China underwent a phenomenal expansion of its road network, adding an impressive 250,700 kilometres and reaching a tota...
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Extracting Blue Quartzite with a Liebherr R 992 Crawler Excavator

Extracting Blue Quartzite with a Liebherr R 992 Crawler Excavator Liebherr’s Generation 5.2 and 6.2 crawler excavators, in the 70–100 tonne range, were unveiled to the public at the last Bauma. The R...
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Mecalac announces range of Hydraulic Breakers

Mecalac announces range of Hydraulic Breakers Mecalac, world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of compact machines for urban worksites, is delighted to present its range of hydraulic...
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Certified Rebuild VolvoCE A60H Hauler starts work in Indonesia

Certified Rebuild VolvoCE A60H Hauler starts work in Indonesia VolvoCE dealer for Indonesia, PT Indotruck Utama (ITU), completed a handover ceremony for the first A60H machine using Volvo’s Certified...
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Pioneering Sustainability and Clean Construction in Nusantara

Pioneering Sustainability and Clean Construction in Nusantara Indonesia can contribute towards its sustainability ambitions for its new capital city from the outset by utilizing emissions-free constru...
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Liebherr announces first Hydrogen Large Wheel Loader and Filling Station in Salzburg

Liebherr announces first Hydrogen Large Wheel Loader and Filling Station in Salzburg Liebherr pressing ahead with phasing out fossil fuels and preparing solutions to decarbonise construction sites, gr...
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Revolutionising Circular Economy with end-to-end BPI Asset Disposal Solutions

Revolutionising Circular Economy with end-to-end BPI Asset Disposal Solutions Following a £1.5m investment from Finance Yorkshire, a website update, gaining of ISO 9001 and a rebrand last year, BPI is...
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Illuminating the Future and The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge

Illuminating the Future and The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge The construction of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge is a feat of modern engineering, highlighting China’s continuous advancements in infrastruct...
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Lüscher Gartenbau-Baumschulen relies on Japanese Tech and Yanmar Equipment

Lüscher Gartenbau-Baumschulen relies on Japanese Tech and Yanmar Equipment Lüscher Gartenbau-Baumschulen AG is based to the west of Zurich. Founded in 1956 as a “one-man business”, the com...
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Turning Waste into Highway Gold for Sustainable Roads

Turning Waste into Highway Gold for Sustainable Roads In the realm of road construction, the insatiable appetite for non-renewable natural aggregates and industrial products like bitumen, lime, and ce...
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Aston University and Miles Macadam developing Sustainable Road Surfaces

Aston University and Miles Macadam developing Sustainable Road Surfaces Aston University civil engineering experts are teaming up with construction and surfacing company Miles Macadam to help make roa...
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Toyota unveils all-new Land Cruiser 250 Series in Japan

Toyota unveils all-new Land Cruiser 250 Series in Japan In a bold move to return to its roots, Toyota has launched the all-new 250 series in Japan, marking a significant addition to the revered Land C...
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Liebherr’s L Series Fast-erecting Cranes Now Specified in Metre Tonnes

Liebherr’s L Series Fast-erecting Cranes Now Specified in Metre Tonnes Liebherr’s fundamental revision of the L series sees the crane size specified in metre tonnes with immediate effect. The new cran...
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