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.
Bosch, Shell, and Volkswagen develop gasoline with 20 percent lower CO² emissions
Bosch, Shell, and Volkswagen develop gasoline with 20 percent lower CO² emissions The available range of renewable low-carbon fuels is growing. Following on from R33 Blue Diesel, Bosch, Shell, and Vol...
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Cat MH3250 and MH3260 Material Handlers built for the toughest jobs
Cat MH3250 and MH3260 Material Handlers built for the toughest jobs Setting the standard for uncompromising power and performance, the new Cat® MH3250 and MH3260 models deliver high efficiency in dema...
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Eurovia drives towards net zero with all-electric site team
Eurovia drives towards net zero with all-electric site team As set out in the Government’s Construction Playbook, the construction sector needs to make strides towards the 2050 net zero commitment; ta...
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NEBOSH and Health and Safety Executive launch new risk management qualification
NEBOSH and Health and Safety Executive launch new risk management qualification NEBOSH has partnered with Great Britain’s regulator, the Health and Safety Executive, to launch an introductory qualific...
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Benninghoven renews existing mixing plants by retrofitting new technology
Benninghoven renews existing mixing plants by retrofitting new technology The usual service life of asphalt mixing plants is easily twenty to thirty years – if not longer. Over this unbelievably long...
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New Cat 816 Landfill Compactor delivers on uptime reliability and productivity
New Cat 816 Landfill Compactor delivers on uptime reliability and productivity Building on a nearly 50-year legacy of delivering maximum compaction performance and rugged durability, the new Cat® 816...
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VolvoCE EC55 Electric Excavator trials start in China
VolvoCE EC55 Electric Excavator trials start in China Aluminum company Xinyuan has taken delivery of a pilot EC55 Electric excavator, designed by Volvo Construction Equipment specifically for the need...
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Austrian start-up Baubot reveals multi-functional Construction Robot
Austrian start-up Baubot reveals multi-functional Construction Robot Austrian start-up Printstones is developing mobile robotic systems for 3D printing since 2017. After finishing more than 100 pilot...
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CASE G Series Wheel Loaders transformed with new technology Enhancements
CASE G Series Wheel Loaders transformed with new technology Enhancements CASE Construction Equipment has introduced comprehensive enhancements to its entire line of G Series wheel loaders to improve p...
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UK Industry launches Skills Hub to improve supply chain procurement
UK Industry launches Skills Hub to improve supply chain procurement The Supply Chain Sustainability School, a multi-award-winning initiative which represents a common approach to addressing sustainabi...
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Adapting to change with recycling on the jobsite
Adapting to change with recycling on the jobsite During difficult times it seems easier to “just get on with it”, trying to adjust to accommodate the way we always did things, but last year has taught...
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Manitou introduces new construction solutions to Build the Future
Manitou introduces new construction solutions to Build the Future Manitou Group, the worldwide reference in rough-terrain handling, aerial work platforms and earthmoving, has unveiled the new segments...
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Pilotes Trevi celebrates the Mulieris Towers project in Argentina
Pilotes Trevi celebrates the Mulieris Towers project in Argentina The Mulieris Towers are one of the most ambitious constructions in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires and are in an area characterise...
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Liebherr adds new Generation 8 R 928 G8 crawler excavator
Liebherr adds new Generation 8 R 928 G8 crawler excavator The R 928 G8 crawler excavator is a completely new model, developed and produced by Liebherr-France SAS in Colmar. The new model positioned be...
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Graco announces new Traffic Tape Striping Solution
Graco announces new Traffic Tape Striping Solution Graco Inc., a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, is proud to announce the launch of the new TapeLazerTM HP Automatic traffic tape appl...
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AutoStem’s disruptive technology driving change in the rock-breaking industry
AutoStem’s disruptive technology driving change in the rock-breaking industry Innovation is paramount to ensuring continuing market relevance and customer satisfaction. AutoStem™ Technolo...
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Doosan Concept-X Excavator wins iF Design Gold Award
Doosan Concept-X Excavator wins iF Design Gold Award Doosan Infracore has announced that the company has won a Gold Award at the International Forum Design (iF Design) Awards 2021 in Germany for its C...
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VolvoCE expands Dealer Technician Training with new San Francisco Facility
VolvoCE expands Dealer Technician Training with new San Francisco Facility Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is adding a West Coast technical training facility in the San Francisco Bay Area this...
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Inspecting your construction equipment is the best way to start the day
Inspecting your construction equipment is the best way to start the day The best way to start the day — other than with a quick brew — is by inspecting your construction equipment to make sure it is r...
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Bollé Safety now offers prescription options for Trivex Safety Glasses
Bollé Safety now offers prescription options for Trivex Safety Glasses Global eye protection specialist Bollé Safety now provides Trivex, with a high-performance, high-technology prescription lens pro...
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Topcon puts racetracks in podium position
Topcon puts racetracks in podium position Regular monitoring and maintenance is an essential practice when it comes to roads and highways to ensure the safety of road users. However, it’s on the racet...
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Bergkamp launches new SP5E Spray Injection Pothole Patcher
Bergkamp launches new SP5E Spray Injection Pothole Patcher Bergkamp Inc., based in Salina, Kansas, announces the launch of its SP5E Spray Injection Pothole Patcher. The SP5E replaces the company’s pro...
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VolvoCE adds EC380E Straight Boom Excavator to its demolition Line-up
VolvoCE adds EC380E Straight Boom Excavator to its demolition Line-up VolvoCE is adding to its demolition line-up with the new 38-ton EC380E Straight Boom excavator, which replaces the traditional boo...
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Tarmac puts the new JCB PotholePro to the test in Rutland
Tarmac puts the new JCB PotholePro to the test in Rutland Tarmac and JCB have successfully trialled a brand new revolutionary pothole fixing machine in partnership with Rutland County Council. With th...
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John Deere announces Global Preferred Supplier Agreement with engcon for tiltrotators
John Deere announces Global Preferred Supplier Agreement with engcon for tiltrotators Today John Deere announces a preferred supplier agreement with engcon, a global market leader in tiltrotators. Til...
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DJI Air 2S delivers 5.4k video, unmatched flight performance and obstacle avoidance
DJI Air 2S delivers 5.4k video, unmatched flight performance and obstacle avoidance DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today sets a new benchmark for capturing i...
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JCB Teletrucks updated with Stage V Engines
JCB Teletrucks updated with Stage V Engines JCB has introduced a revised range of Teletruk telescopic boom lift trucks with a 46kW (62hp) JCB by Kohler Stage V compliant engine, new styling and a Comm...
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JCB launches Rental Series Generator with EU Stage V power
JCB launches Rental Series Generator with EU Stage V power JCB has introduced its first Rental Series (RS) generator set with EU Stage V power, offering customers increased prime output with reduced e...
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JCB updates Loadall Telehandlers for the European construction market
JCB updates Loadall Telehandlers for the European construction market JCB’s construction range of Loadall telescopic handlers for European markets are now available with Stage V compliant engines. Fro...
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JCB updates 55KW 3CX Backhoe Loaders with EU Stage V compliant engines
JCB updates 55KW 3CX Backhoe Loaders with EU Stage V compliant engines JCB, the world’s number one backhoe loader manufacturer, has launched a new 55kW 3CX ECO backhoe loader with EU Stage V compliant...
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North Wales Plant Rental start-up kicks-off with 20 new Bobcats
North Wales Plant Rental start-up kicks-off with 20 new Bobcats EMY Plant Hire, a new start-up rental business based in Wrexham in North Wales in the UK, has purchased over 20 new machines of all type...
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DCV Engineering expands with a new Doosan Excavator fleet
DCV Engineering expands with a new Doosan Excavator fleet With headquarters in Wellingborough in Northamptonshire, plant hire business DCV Engineering Ltd, has expanded the company’s rental fleet with...
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Avinor takes step towards autonomous snow removal for Norwegian airports
Avinor takes step towards autonomous snow removal for Norwegian airports Norwegian airport operator Avinor is now taking the next step towards autonomous snow removal through a new framework agreement...
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New TOTAL UK Bitumen Binder put to the test on A43 long-term study
New TOTAL UK Bitumen Binder put to the test on A43 long-term study A new bitumen binder which aims to increase the lifespan of roads and reduce the need for roadwork interventions is being put to the...
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The British bridges built by innovation
The British bridges built by innovation It’s easy to forget how far we’ve come with regards to bridge engineering. Our favourite bridges become a part of our natural environment. They are monuments no...
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UK super deductions a bonus for the construction equipment industry
UK super deductions a bonus for the construction equipment industry In the 2021 Spring Budget, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced an investment incentive, referred to as the super-deduction. From April...
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Peterbilt unveils all-new truck models
Peterbilt unveils all-new truck models Peterbilt Motors Company unveiled today the all-new medium duty Model 535 and Model 536, designed for the Class 5/6 non-CDL lease and rental markets and the all-...
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Turf Production in Bavaria now relies on a Bobcat TL30_60 Telehandler
Turf Production in Bavaria now relies on a Bobcat TL30_60 Telehandler Bayernrasen, based in Schwabhausen in Bavaria in Germany, has been a leading producer of rolled turf in the region since 2002. Own...
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Tarmac secures accreditation for innovative rubber asphalt
Tarmac secures accreditation for innovative rubber asphalt Tarmac has become the first company in the UK to secure recognised industry approval for its innovative rubber modified asphalt incorporating...
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John Deere enhances Dozer range with 950K and 1050K machine improvements
John Deere enhances Dozer range with 950K and 1050K machine improvements Delivering improved ride quality and increased productivity on the industry’s toughest and most challenging job sites, John Dee...
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John Deere Compact Machine now features Integrated Grade Control
John Deere Compact Machine now features Integrated Grade Control John Deere is building upon its industry-leading range of OEM precision grade management products by integrating SmartGrade™, it...
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John Deere launches SmartGrade for Excavators
John Deere launches SmartGrade for Excavators John Deere increases the range of its grade control solutions with the launch of SmartGrade™ on the 210G LC and 350G LC Excavators. The factory-ins...
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John Deere rolls out tiering brand strategy for machines based on performance
John Deere rolls out tiering brand strategy for machines based on performance Developed in response to evolving customer needs and expectations, John Deere launches its Performance Tiering Strategy, d...
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Mammoet completes transportation of Tunnel Boring Machines in Melbourne
Mammoet completes transportation of Tunnel Boring Machines in Melbourne Mammoet has successfully completed the relocation of two tunnel boring machines and their components as part of the construction...
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Lancashire Developments puts Yanmar mini-excavator to the test
Lancashire Developments puts Yanmar mini-excavator to the test When it came to investing in a versatile new mini excavator, Lancashire Developments purchased a Yanmar SV26 from local dealer MTS Plant....
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Highways England unveils initiative to revitalise ageing concrete roads
Highways England unveils initiative to revitalise ageing concrete roads ‘Safer and smoother journeys ahead!’ That’s the message from Highways England as it announced two contracts worth £285 million t...
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VolvoCE extends Oil-change intervals to 1,000 hours
VolvoCE extends Oil-change intervals to 1,000 hours Advancements in VolvoCE lubricant technology, coupled with new high-performance engine filters, cut engine drain intervals and costs by up to 50%. V...
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JCB wins huge £65 million order for 2,100 machines from Sunbelt Rentals
JCB wins huge £65 million order for 2,100 machines from Sunbelt Rentals Britain’s biggest equipment rental company is investing in 2,100 new JCB machines in a deal worth £65 million – the biggest ever...
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Eurovia Contracting goes greener with UK’s first electric Volvo mini-excavator
Eurovia Contracting goes greener with UK’s first electric Volvo mini-excavator Eurovia Contracting, a national highway infrastructure company, has taken delivery of the UK’s first 100% electric-...
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Komatsu celebrates 100th Anniversary with commemorative activities
Komatsu celebrates 100th Anniversary with commemorative activities Komatsu is set to celebrate their 100th anniversary on May 13, 2001. Established in Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Komatsu has co...
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