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Rio Tinto installs Solar Power Plant at Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada
Rio Tinto installs Solar Power Plant at Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada Rio Tinto’s Diavik Diamond Mine has completed installation of its 3.5 megawatt capacity solar power plant in Canada’s Northwest Territories. The project represents the largest off-grid solar power plant across Canada’s territories...
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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, gravel plants etc. The Liebherr plant in Bischofshofen celebrated two ground-breaking events: the pres...
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Twiceme University Education and Certification Platform launched
Twiceme University Education and Certification Platform launched Twiceme Technology, a Swedish company dedicated to revolutionizing safety solutions, today announced the launch of Twiceme University, an educational platform for construction industry customers. Launched in partnership with training s...
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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 now in a unique position to help UK companies make a step change in their circular economy credenti...
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Lubricant Used Oil Regeneration Specialist Tecoil acquired by TotalEnergies
Lubricant Used Oil Regeneration Specialist Tecoil acquired by TotalEnergies TotalEnergies announces the acquisition of Tecoil, a Finnish company specialized in the production of Re-Refined Base Oils (RRBOs), which has the most efficient used oil regeneration process on the market today. Tecoil curre...
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Samsara Enterprise-Grade Asset Tag secures Physical Operations
Samsara Enterprise-Grade Asset Tag secures Physical Operations Today, at its Beyond conference, Samsara Inc., announced the industry’s first enterprise-grade Asset Tag designed to meet customer demand for tracking and managing small, high-value assets. This new device leverages the Samsara Network t...
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Steyr unveils FCTRAC Hydrogen Fuel Cell Tractor
Steyr unveils FCTRAC Hydrogen Fuel Cell Tractor Developed in collaboration between engineers at the CNH tractor plant in St. Valentin and TU Wien, an innovative hydrogen fuel cell-powered STEYR® concept tractor has recently made its public debut. The FCTRAC was developed as part of a national resear...
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EIB and EMT Madrid investing €50m to expand Zero-Emissions Bus Fleet
EIB and EMT Madrid investing €50m to expand Zero-Emissions Bus Fleet In a ground-breaking move towards a greener future, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Madrid’s Empresa Municipal de Transportes (EMT) have joined forces with a significant €50 million loan agreement. This investment is p...
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Prevent Corrosion in Data Centers for reliable Server operations
Prevent Corrosion in Data Centers for reliable Server operations The digital age is booming with no signs of slowing down. That means additional servers and data centers will be needed all the time to store data, support e-commerce, perform cloud computing, and much more. However, one small but sign...
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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 infrastructure and urbanization. Spanning the Pearl River Delta (PRD), this remarkable structure stands as a te...
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Connected Vehicles Project launched by Port of Bilbao and Kapsch TrafficCom
Connected Vehicles Project launched by Port of Bilbao and Kapsch TrafficCom The Port of Bilbao is investing in road safety and efficient traffic management with its cutting-edge Connected Vehicles-project together with C-ITS provider Kapsch TrafficCom. As part of the project, three new Roadside Unit...
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Bentley Systems ushers in new era as Nicholas Cumins takes charge
Bentley Systems ushers in new era as Nicholas Cumins takes charge Following the CEO transition plan previously announced by Bentley Systems, Incorporated, Nicholas Cumins today takes charge as CEO. Cumins succeeds Greg Bentley, the eldest of the five brothers who founded Bentley Systems, who becomes...
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Automotive IoT for Smarter Vehicles and Optimized Car Manufacturing
Automotive IoT for Smarter Vehicles and Optimized Car Manufacturing The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the way we live, and the automotive industry is no exception. Automotive IoT refers to the integration of various devices, sensors, and technologies within vehicles, allowing them to c...
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Africa PPP returns to Morocco this October
Africa PPP returns to Morocco this October Africa’s leading public-private partnership industry players will convene in Morocco this October for the 14th Africa PPP Summit taking place on 22 – 24 October 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Casablanca, Morocco, just as the country begins to prepare to...
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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 company now realises all aspects of garden and landscape design: from small detached house gardens to p...
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Leading Mobility Experts heading to Riyadh for GEMTECH Forum 2024
Leading Mobility Experts heading to Riyadh for GEMTECH Forum 2024 Saudi Arabia’s Premier mobility event, Global EV & Mobility Technology Forum (GEMTECH), will open its doors to global and regional mobility stakeholders in less than three weeks at Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition...
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Tube Notchers essential for Fabrication and Metalworking
Tube Notchers essential for Fabrication and Metalworking Tube notchers are essential tools in metalworking and manufacturing, designed specifically for creating precise cuts or “notches” in tubes. These tools are vital for anyone involved in fabricating frameworks, like in automotive rol...
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What Days on Market tell us about the Real Estate Market
What Days on Market tell us about the Real Estate Market The real estate market can often seem like a complex puzzle. One of the key pieces of this puzzle is the duration it takes for properties to sell. But what can the length of time it takes for a house to sell really tell ...
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Engineering a Website for Your Construction Business with WordPress and Elementor
Engineering a Website for Your Construction Business with WordPress and Elementor In today’s digital landscape, a robust online presence is crucial for any construction business aiming to attract clients and stand out from the competition. Using WordPress, coupled with the powerful Elementor plugin,...
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Makeblock to Showcase AI and mBot2 Rover Emo Robotics Kit at ISTELive 24
Makeblock to Showcase AI and mBot2 Rover Emo Robotics Kit at ISTELive 24 The ISTELive 24 Conference & Expo, set to take place from June 23-26, 2024, in Denver, Colorado, promises to be a landmark event for educators, technology enthusiasts, and industry leaders. Makeblock, a global leader in STE...
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Car Care Tips for Hot Climates like the UAE
Car Care Tips for Hot Climates like the UAE When using a car to travel, it is best to keep it in top condition. When you are travelling for long periods in hot weather, you may run the risk of a car breakdown. There are plenty of ways to help prevent this. All of which ...
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Experience the Luxury of a Bentley with Premium Car Rental in the UAE
Experience the Luxury of a Bentley with Premium Car Rental in the UAE If you have ever wanted to cruise in style, a Bentley is the car to own. This stylish car has had plenty of models that have gone down in automobile history. What better way to experience such a classic than with a ...
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How to deal with Engineering Student Assignment
How to deal with Engineering Student Assignment When you are a college student, you have to handle a great number of academic assignments that definitely have deadlines and specific requirements that you have to keep in mind and follow. Of course, with modern technologies, engineering students have...
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Harnessing Wind Power for Sustainable Construction
Harnessing Wind Power for Sustainable Construction The construction industry constantly seeks ways to reduce its environmental footprint, making renewable energy sources like wind power highly promising. Wind power offers a clean, sustainable solution for highway construction, helping to lower carbo...
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Enhancing Road Safety – Best Practices and Strategies
Enhancing Road Safety – Best Practices and Strategies Road safety is a critical issue affecting communities worldwide. With the increase in vehicle usage and urbanization, the need for effective strategies to enhance road safety is more pressing than ever. This article explores best practices...
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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 cement has sparked environmental concerns. As the construction industry grapples with the dual challen...
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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 road surfaces more sustainable. The University has entered a knowledge transfer partnership with the Ch...
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Digital Construction North launched by Digital Construction Week
Digital Construction North launched by Digital Construction Week The team behind Digital Construction Week (DCW) is delighted to announce the launch of Digital Construction North, an intimate one-day event that brings together Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) decision-m...
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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 Cruiser line-up. This new model embodies the philosophy of “back to basics,” focusing on...
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Innovative Safety Solution mitigating Flooding in New York Subways
Innovative Safety Solution mitigating Flooding in New York Subways Leading innovator and manufacturer of site safety equipment Oxford Plastics has played a pivotal role in addressing flooding challenges in New York City subway stations earlier this year. The company’s state-of-the-art products...
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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 cranes are therefore now known as the 25 L and 33 L. These new L cranes are being launched on the market...
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Wirtgen SP 94i Slipform Paving rehabilitating Interstate 44 in Missouri
Wirtgen SP 94i Slipform Paving rehabilitating Interstate 44 in Missouri Paving an interstate highway is always a challenge, with tight time frames and confined working areas force contractors to make the most of every square inch of working space. To rehabilitate the lanes, Capital Paving & Cons...
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EBRD leading Roadway Renaissance in Uzbekistan
EBRD leading Roadway Renaissance in Uzbekistan In a significant stride towards bolstering sustainable transport links in Central Asia, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has stepped forward to finance a critical upgrade of a vital transportation artery in Uzbekistan. This am...
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VolvoCE wins SEK 1.2 billion Wheel Loader Contract with Swedish Armed Forces
VolvoCE wins SEK 1.2 billion Wheel Loader Contract with Swedish Armed Forces Volvo Construction Equipment will be supplying a variety of wheel loaders and attachments and the machines will be produced at its plants in Arvika, Sweden and Konz in Germany which specialize in the production of wheel loa...
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JJ Sugrue adds new HD Hyundai HX85A Compact Excavator to their fleet
JJ Sugrue adds new HD Hyundai HX85A Compact Excavator to their fleet Suffolk-based plant hire and contracting company JJ Sugrue has added its first HD Hyundai HX85A compact excavator to the fleet, with a second machine already on order. Supplied by local dealer Ernest Doe & Sons, the 8.5-tonne...
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AUSA to be acquired by Oshkosh Corporation
AUSA to be acquired by Oshkosh Corporation Oshkosh Corporation, a leading innovator of mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AUSACORP S.L. (AUSA), a privately held international company and manufacturer of wheeled dum...
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VolvoCE invests in VizaLogix Fleet Software Developer
VolvoCE invests in VizaLogix Fleet Software Developer Volvo CE has taken a 22% ownership stake in VizaLogix, a US-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company specializing in digital, brand-neutral solutions for machine monitoring, servicing and tech support in multiple industries. The deal supports t...
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Trimble acquires Flashtract to Streamline Construction Payments
Trimble acquires Flashtract to Streamline Construction Payments Trimble announced today it has acquired privately-held Flashtract, a company delivering specialized technology to streamline the flow of payment and compliance information between construction general contractors and subcontractors. Fin...
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Lowering Carbon Emissions with Bitumen produced from Algae
Lowering Carbon Emissions with Bitumen produced from Algae A research partnership led by carbon removal company CO2CO Ltd aims to revolutionise road construction with a novel, lower-carbon approach to producing bitumen from algae. If successfully scaled up, this pioneering innovation could further e...
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Skyjack launches Electric Rough-Terrain Articulated Booms
Skyjack launches Electric Rough-Terrain Articulated Booms Skyjack has announced the launch of a new range of battery powered electric rough terrain articulated booms. Available with 51ft (15.7m) and 66ft (20.1m) working heights and suitable for indoor and outdoor use, Skyjack’s new SJ45 AJE + and SJ...
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Hydrajaws launches Smart Bluetooth Enabled Torque Wrench Adaptor
Hydrajaws launches Smart Bluetooth Enabled Torque Wrench Adaptor Hydrajaws, the trusted leader in pull testing technology, is proud to announce the expansion of its pioneering digital solutions with the introduction of Verify Torque. This innovative Bluetooth® enabled torque wrench adaptor is design...
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ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme acquired by TRL
ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme acquired by TRL TRL, a global leader in transport innovation, has acquired the ECO Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme, creating a cornerstone for a portfolio of services that help local authorities and vehicle fleet operators meet decarbonization, clean air and sustain...
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VolvoCE upgrading L110H and L120H Wheel Loaders to boost productivity
VolvoCE upgrading L110H and L120H Wheel Loaders to boost productivity The L110H and L120H mid-size wheel loaders have become mainstays in the Volvo Construction Equipment line-up over the past decade thanks to their compatibility with a range of attachments and their productivity levels, ease of mai...
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Metso XM Series Enhancing Crushing Performance
Metso XM Series Enhancing Crushing Performance Metso is launching the XM Series, a highly advanced premium crushing solution that combines intelligence, durability and lifetime value with a new digital package, resilient engineering and unmatched warranties. The ground-breaking Metso XM Series crush...
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UK Waste Management invests £1.1m in Construction and Demolition Plant
UK Waste Management invests £1.1m in Construction and Demolition Plant The NWH Group, a leading, family-owned, national waste management and recycling business, has invested £1.1M in a new state-of-the-art construction and demolition waste processing plant for its Newcastle site in Blaydon. The new...
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NMITE’s expertise driving Sustainable Change from Hereford to Tanzania
NMITE’s expertise driving Sustainable Change from Hereford to Tanzania Ben Shirley, a Teaching Fellow in Architectural Practice at NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) has helped spread NMITE’s reputation in the field of engineering recently when contributing to a humanit...
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Cormac invests over £1m in Staff Training and Development
Cormac invests over £1m in Staff Training and Development Over the last 12 months, Cormac has shown commitment to delivering value for its communities by investing over £1 million in training and development. In 2022/23, the leading civil engineering, highway, and environmental services provider del...
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Green Mapping Project boosting Biodiversity on England’s Road Network
Green Mapping Project boosting Biodiversity on England’s Road Network Using the new state-of-the-art mapping tool will make it easier for National Highways to keep track of its Soft Estate ecosystems bordering the country’s 4,300 miles of motorways and major A-roads. Over the last 10 to 15 yea...
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EllisDon and J2 Innovations to drive Smart Building Solutions
EllisDon and J2 Innovations to drive Smart Building Solutions EllisDon, a global construction and building services company, announces a new partnership between its Infrastructure Services & Technology (IST) Division and J2 Innovations, a leading platform provider for smart buildings, smart equi...
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Sleipner Finland unveils Electric and Autonomous Mining Transport System
Sleipner Finland unveils Electric and Autonomous Mining Transport System Sleipner Finland has unveiled a new generation of fully electric and autonomous transport system for moving mining and construction equipment. The world premiere of the new emission-free transport system took place today at the...
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Solar Canopy Structure for Devon Leisure Centre supports 287 Photo-Voltaic Panels
Solar Canopy Structure for Devon Leisure Centre supports 287 Photo-Voltaic Panels SIG Building Solutions has extended its successful working relationship with Exeter based SunGift Solar through the supply of project specific solar canopy support structures to carry a total of 287 photo-voltaic panel...
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Portable Electric and VolvoCE unveil 48 Volt DC Fast-charging Mobile Battery System
Portable Electric and VolvoCE unveil 48 Volt DC Fast-charging Mobile Battery System In a landmark collaboration aimed at revolutionizing the construction industry’s approach to off-grid electric equipment charging, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) and Portable Electric are proud to intr...
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Yunex Traffic UTC-UX Urban Traffic Control System installed across London
Yunex Traffic UTC-UX Urban Traffic Control System installed across London Yunex Traffic’s next-generation hosted UTC-UX system is now operating right across London. Delivering TfL’s ambitious RTO programme, the huge rollout of this solution effectively replaces TfL’s existing, ageing system. Through...
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Messagemaker Displays designs LED Tunnel Lane Control Signs for TfL
Messagemaker Displays designs LED Tunnel Lane Control Signs for TfL Messagemaker Displays has supplied a bespoke retrofit LED Tunnel Lane Control Signal (TLCS) sign solution to meet the Transport for London (TfL) specification. The TLCS signs, installed in the Fore Street Tunnel in north London, wer...
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DEVELON announces tiny DX17Z-7 Mini-Excavator
DEVELON announces tiny DX17Z-7 Mini-Excavator Amidst the hustle and bustle of the job site, where crew members are hard at work navigating narrow pathways and tight corners, a new contender emerges, poised to make a big impact despite its small stature. Introducing the latest addition to the DEVELON...
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CIHT and Kier Transportation improving Carbon Literacy with E-learning
CIHT and Kier Transportation improving Carbon Literacy with E-learning The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) is collaborating with Kier Transportation to deliver essential (digital) eLearning to support Kier achieve their decarbonisation goals. This collaboration involves...
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Paving the Path to a Greener Tomorrow with Sustainable Innovations
Paving the Path to a Greener Tomorrow with Sustainable Innovations The construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift towards sustainability, driven by the urgent need to reduce its environmental impact. As we celebrate Sustainable Construction Month at Highways Today, it’s the perfect t...
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Acrow long-span Mabey Delta Bridge installed in South Lanarkshire
Acrow long-span Mabey Delta Bridge installed in South Lanarkshire Acrow, a leading international bridge engineering and supply company, announced today one of its Mabey Delta™ structures has been installed in South Lanarkshire, Scotland to replace the ageing Clyde River Bridge. Built in 1912,...
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Ottopia announces World’s First AI Remote Driving Platform
Ottopia announces World’s First AI Remote Driving Platform Ottopia, the leading remote driving company, today announced the market debut of their first-of-its-kind AI-powered remote driving platform as well as a new customer program. Harnessing the latest technologies in AI, network optimizati...
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First Retrofit Electric Telehandler previewed by Manitou and Kiloutou
First Retrofit Electric Telehandler previewed by Manitou and Kiloutou Manitou Group, a world leader in handling, aerial work platforms and earth moving sectors, and Kiloutou, Europe’s third largest equipment rental company, are previewing the first “retrofit” electric telehandler. An opportunity for...
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