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Minister Barbara Creecy to Headline Smarter Mobility Africa Summit
Minister Barbara Creecy to Headline Smarter Mobility Africa Summit The stage is set for Africa’s most influential smarter mobility event of the year, and this time, it’s bigger and more dynamic than ever before. The 6th annual Smarter Mobility Africa (SMA) summit, happening from 2-4 October 2024, wi...
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Choosing the Right Hammer for Every Job
Choosing the Right Hammer for Every Job When it comes to construction, not all tools are created equal, and the humble hammer is no exception. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or a DIY enthusiast, selecting the right hammer can significantly impact your work quality, safety, and efficiency. Darren...
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Heraklion Port Authority Acquired by Strategic Partnership in Crete
Heraklion Port Authority Acquired by Strategic Partnership in Crete In a significant step toward enhancing Greece’s maritime infrastructure, the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF) has announced the sale of a 67% stake in the Heraklion Port Authority (HPA S.A.) to a consortium led...
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Your Guide to Caribbean Real Estate for Global Investors
Your Guide to Caribbean Real Estate for Global Investors Caribbean real estate provides valuable opportunities for global investors looking for property in a region celebrated for its stunning landscapes and promising economic development. In particular, programs like Antigua citizenship by investme...
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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Transforming Smart Highways
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Transforming Smart Highways The evolution of smart highways is being fuelled by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), fundamentally transforming how roads are managed and how vehicles interact with infrastructure. As the world embraces a future wh...
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Mergers and Acquisitions in Construction Create A New Era of Opportunity
Mergers and Acquisitions in Construction Create A New Era of Opportunity In the dynamic world of UK construction, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a cornerstone strategy for growth, resilience, and adaptation. The sector has witnessed a 66% year-on-year increase in M&A activity up...
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Reduced-Temperature Asphalt for Sustainable Road Construction
Reduced-Temperature Asphalt for Sustainable Road Construction In the ever-evolving landscape of road construction, reduced-temperature asphalt, also referred to as warm mix or low-temperature asphalt, has been gaining significant traction. With growing concerns over energy consumption and environmen...
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Revolutionising Grid Resilience with OFIL Gridnostic and Predictive Analytics
Revolutionising Grid Resilience with OFIL Gridnostic and Predictive Analytics In the ever-evolving energy landscape, resilience and reliability have never been more critical. With industries around the globe ramping up their reliance on electrification—be it data centres, electric vehicles, or smart...
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Drone Technology is Transforming Biodiversity Research
Drone Technology is Transforming Biodiversity Research In a bold leap forward for environmental conservation, DJI, the global leader in drone technology, has teamed up with ETH Zurich’s Environmental Robotics Lab and the environmental NGO Wilderness International to revolutionise how we monit...
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Driving the Future of Electric Mobility at EVIS Abu Dhabi 2025
Driving the Future of Electric Mobility at EVIS Abu Dhabi 2025 As the world pivots toward sustainability, electric mobility stands at the forefront of this shift, with a need for collaboration, innovation, and leadership. Enter the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) 2025, the Middle East...
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Investment to Transform Manchester’s Transport Infrastructure
Investment to Transform Manchester’s Transport Infrastructure Greater Manchester is charging ahead with bold plans to reshape its transport infrastructure. With a strategic injection of millions of pounds, the city is set to deliver a range of projects that will not only enhance the Bee Networ...
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Mabey Hire showcasing Temporary Works Solutions at Highways UK 2024
Mabey Hire showcasing Temporary Works Solutions at Highways UK 2024 Mabey Hire, a prominent player in the temporary works sector, is thrilled to announce its participation at Highways UK 2024. This esteemed exhibition not only serves as a platform for showcasing cutting-edge solutions but also highl...
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The Key to Car Park Structural Protection and Surface Longevity
The Key to Car Park Structural Protection and Surface Longevity Liquid waterproofing can offer a durable protective and surfacing option for high-volume locations such as car parks, but achieving a long-lasting finish is all about the preparation. If the substrate is not properly assessed and prepar...
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Boliden and Komatsu Champion Zero-Emission Mining
Boliden and Komatsu Champion Zero-Emission Mining Sustainability in the mining industry isn’t just a trend—it’s an imperative. As the world pushes towards a greener, more environmentally responsible future, industry leaders like Boliden and Komatsu are taking significant strides to meet these demand...
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Understanding Sharks is Revolutionising Fluid Dynamics
Understanding Sharks is Revolutionising Fluid Dynamics Researchers have long taken inspiration from nature when it comes to innovation. This time, it’s the shark, a predator known for its sleek design and powerful efficiency, that has inspired a breakthrough in fluid dynamics. But it’s n...
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Boosting Telecoms Efficiency with new Advanced Energy 1300 W DC-DC Converter
Boosting Telecoms Efficiency with new Advanced Energy 1300 W DC-DC Converter Advanced Energy, a global leader in precision power solutions, has made a significant breakthrough in power conversion with its latest offering – the Artesyn® ADH1300-48S28 DC-DC converter. Packed with cutting-edge technolo...
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Capturing CO2 with Lithos Carbon’s Collaboration with Microsoft
Capturing CO2 with Lithos Carbon’s Collaboration with Microsoft Lithos Carbon is making waves in the carbon removal industry, having secured a fresh three-year deal with one of the biggest names in global tech: Microsoft. This renewed partnership signifies Microsoft’s commitment to tackling climate...
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Cemex’s VeryNile initiative setting Global Sustainability Standards
Cemex’s VeryNile initiative setting Global Sustainability Standards In an era where businesses are increasingly expected to balance profit with purpose, Cemex has once again proven it’s ahead of the curve. The global construction materials giant has been recognised for the fourth time by Fortu...
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Electrifying Steel to revolutionise Manufacturing and Beyond
Electrifying Steel to revolutionise Manufacturing and Beyond Electrolytes—the unsung heroes of many electrochemical processes—are not just the key to powering electric vehicles but may soon be a crucial player in transforming heavy industries like steelmaking. Researchers at the cutting edge of scie...
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Sacyr wins €260m contract for Antofagasta and Atacama Airport upgrades in Chile
Sacyr wins €260m contract for Antofagasta and Atacama Airport upgrades in Chile Chile’s northern air hubs are set for a major transformation as the country’s Ministry of Public Works awards a significant Public-Private Partnership (P3) contract to the Spanish infrastructure giant, Sacyr. The consort...
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Transforming Railway Interiors with cutting-edge LEXAN™ Sheet Series at InnoTrans
Transforming Railway Interiors with cutting-edge LEXAN™ Sheet Series at InnoTrans At InnoTrans, the leading international trade fair for transport technology, POLYVANTIS made waves with the introduction of its latest LEXAN™ sheet series. This new line of lightweight, fire-resistant pol...
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Humanetics develops Modular Driving Robots for Vehicle Testing
Humanetics develops Modular Driving Robots for Vehicle Testing In a world where automotive safety is rapidly evolving, the demand for advanced vehicle testing solutions has never been greater. One company pushing the boundaries is Humanetics, a leading innovator in automotive testing systems. Their...
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Accelerating Sustainable Construction with RuralWorks and Glavel
Accelerating Sustainable Construction with RuralWorks and Glavel In a ground-breaking move that promises to reshape the future of sustainable construction, RuralWorks Partners, an impact-driven investment firm focused on rural business growth, has officially invested in Glavel, a Vermont-based compa...
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Renesas leads the Automotive Market with Scalable, Power-Efficient R-Car SoCs
Renesas leads the Automotive Market with Scalable, Power-Efficient R-Car SoCs When it comes to driving the future of autonomous and assisted vehicle technology, Renesas Electronics Corporation isn’t just keeping pace – they’re setting the standard. With the introduction of their cutting-edge R-Car V...
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AEM Multi-Source Hazard Detection at Meteorological Technology Expo 2024
AEM Multi-Source Hazard Detection at Meteorological Technology Expo 2024 In a world where environmental hazards are on the rise, staying ahead of the curve is critical. AEM, a global leader in environmental insights, has taken a giant leap in the fight against natural disasters with its latest innov...
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Reinventing Coastline Protection with Biocompatible Cement
Reinventing Coastline Protection with Biocompatible Cement Coastlines are more than scenic views or tourist hotspots; they are dynamic ecosystems that underpin much of our planet’s ecological and economic stability. The health of these coastal areas directly influences biodiversity, weather resilien...
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XCMG Powers a Greener Future in Europe with Customised Electric Excavators
XCMG Powers a Greener Future in Europe with Customised Electric Excavators The shift towards sustainable construction is no longer just a trend but a necessity. In an age where environmental concerns top the agenda, industries around the globe are under pressure to reduce emissions, and the construc...
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How the iGaming Sector Continues to Grow
How the iGaming Sector Continues to Grow It’s no secret that gaming in general is having a moment. At last count, a staggering 35% of the world’s population could be considered a ‘gamer.’ And with hardware that facilitates gaming, such as smartphones, becoming more affordable and accessible than eve...
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Colombia invests $165m in Bogota-Belencito Railway Corridor
Colombia invests $165m in Bogota-Belencito Railway Corridor When it comes to modernising Colombia’s transport infrastructure, the Bogotá-Belencito railway corridor is at the heart of the nation’s plans. The National Infrastructure Agency (ANI), working through Findeter, has allocated an impres...
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Boosting Trade in Brazil with the Madeira River Waterway Concession
Boosting Trade in Brazil with the Madeira River Waterway Concession The National Waterway Transportation Agency (ANTAQ) in Brazil has unveiled the latest developments in the concession project for the Madeira River Waterway, an essential trade artery running through Rondônia and Amazonas. As one of...
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25 year Attica Motorway Concession Agreement signed in Greece
25 year Attica Motorway Concession Agreement signed in Greece In a significant move towards modernising Greece’s infrastructure, the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF) has inked a concession agreement with NEA ATTIKI ODOS S.A. and GEK TERNA S.A. for the operation and maintenance of the...
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Korail Selected to transform Metro Transit in the Philippines with MRT-7
Korail Selected to transform Metro Transit in the Philippines with MRT-7 South Korea’s state-owned railway giant, Korail, has been named the preferred bidder to oversee the operation and maintenance of the much-anticipated Manila Metro Line 7 (MRT-7) in the Philippines. This new partnership is...
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Is Crowdfunding Worth the Investment?
Is Crowdfunding Worth the Investment? In recent years, crowdfunding has taken centre stage in the world of finance, presenting an innovative alternative for businesses seeking capital and for investors looking to diversify their portfolios. But is it a smart move to put your hard-earned cash into cr...
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AI putting Highway Construction on the Express Lane to Success
AI putting Highway Construction on the Express Lane to Success You’re cruising down the highway, on your way to an important meeting – only to be met with the dreaded sight of orange cones and flashing lights. The traffic slows to a crawl, and suddenly, what was supposed to be an easy co...
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Green Innovations at Highly-functional Material Week Tokyo 2024
Green Innovations at Highly-functional Material Week Tokyo 2024 The future of materials science is arriving fast, and Tokyo is once again ready to host its premier platform for high-performance materials. This year, Highly-functional Material Week Tokyo is not just returning for its 15th edition; it...
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Revolutionising African Transport at Smarter Mobility Africa Summit
Revolutionising African Transport at Smarter Mobility Africa Summit With South Africa’s annual October Transport Month just around the corner, all eyes are on the Smarter Mobility Africa (SMA) Summit 2024. Set to take place in Gauteng Province from 2-4 October, this event is primed to showcase the f...
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6 Benefits of Taking Real Estate Classes Online Today
6 Benefits of Taking Real Estate Classes Online Today It can be challenging to join the real estate world, especially when you have another job or a family to take care of. For some, there are no schools around to attend to get started with this career. If this is the case with you, then ...
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Cracking the Code to Get Your Construction Press Release Published
Cracking the Code While crafting a top-notch press release is vital in the construction industry, it’s only half the battle. The real challenge lies in getting it seen and accepted for publication. This article explores the critical art of ensuring your meticulously prepared press release does...
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Granite and CDE unveil State-of-the-Art Wash Plant in Utah
Granite and CDE unveil State-of-the-Art Wash Plant in Utah Granite Construction, one of the United States’ most diversified construction materials giants, is about to make headlines again, but this time in collaboration with CDE—a global leader in sand and aggregate washing solutions. On Octob...
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Sacyr lands major Rail Network Maintenance Contract in Dublin
Sacyr lands major Rail Network Maintenance Contract in Dublin Sacyr Neopul, a division of Sacyr Engineering and Infrastructure, has secured a significant contract to maintain and upgrade the electrification network for Dublin’s Area Rapid Train (DART). Valued at €76.3 million, this contract sp...
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Lane JV breaks ground on $16 Billion Hudson River Tunnel Project
Lane JV breaks ground on $16 Billion Hudson River Tunnel Project In a major milestone for New York and New Jersey infrastructure, the joint venture of Lane Construction, Schiavone, and Dragados (Lane JV) has secured a significant contract in the multi-billion-dollar Hudson River Tunnel Project (HTP)...
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Lifezone Metals moves forward with Kabanga Nickel Project Financing
Lifezone Metals moves forward with Kabanga Nickel Project Financing The future of sustainable nickel mining in Tanzania just took a major step forward. Lifezone Metals Limited and its strategic partner, BHP, have formally launched the project financing process for the highly anticipated Kabanga Nick...
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Self-Cleaning LiDAR Innovation to Revolutionise Mining Automation
Self-Cleaning LiDAR Innovation to Revolutionise Mining Automation In a ground-breaking step for the mining and autonomous vehicle industries, ExcelSense Technologies has unveiled the world’s first self-cleaning optical shield for LiDAR systems, aptly named LidarShield™. This cutting-edge tech...
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The New Wave in Glass and Liquid Science
The New Wave in Glass and Liquid Science At first glance, glass and liquids might not seem all that exciting. After all, we interact with them every day—from sipping a glass of water to gazing out of a window. But there’s a whole world beneath the surface, a chaotic dance of atoms that’s been puzzli...
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Solid Oxide Fuel Cell breakthrough for Clean Energy
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell breakthrough for Clean Energy The world is in a race to find cleaner, more efficient energy solutions, and one promising contender has emerged from the latest research into Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs). A team from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a revolutionary...
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London Build Expo 2024 to showcase the Future of Construction
London Build Expo 2024 to showcase the Future of Construction The UK’s most anticipated construction industry event is back—bigger and bolder than ever. London Build Expo 2024 is set to return to Olympia London on November 20th and 21st, promising an electrifying two days filled with innovatio...
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Revolutionising UK Roads with Graphene-Enhanced Asphalt Trials
Revolutionising UK Roads with Graphene-Enhanced Asphalt Trials National Highways has embarked on an ambitious mission to reshape the future of road construction, trialling an innovative graphene-enhanced asphalt aimed at extending pavement longevity while reducing carbon emissions. This project, now...
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What proposed Alcohol Driving Guidelines in UK mean for Drivers
What proposed Alcohol Driving Guidelines in UK mean for Drivers There has been a number of calls to the UK government to review alcohol driving limits, which could result in stricter regulations on how much alcohol drivers are allowed to have in their system. These changes could see England, Wales,...
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How Shock Dynos Improve Road Safety and Vehicle Performance
How Shock Dynos Improve Road Safety and Vehicle Performance In automotive engineering and motorsports, precision is vital, and performance is paramount. Of all the means to have revolutionized the way we approach vehicle suspension testing and optimization, perhaps one of the most important tools ha...
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Navigating new FMCSA Safety Regulations with Happy Nation’s Askar Baimakhanov
Navigating new FMCSA Safety Regulations with Happy Nation’s Askar Baimakhanov The U.S. transportation industry is facing a pivotal year in 2024 as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rolls out new regulations aimed at enhancing highway safety. These changes, which include t...
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Dublin’s MetroLink Project Moves Full Steam Ahead
Dublin’s MetroLink Project Moves Full Steam Ahead Dublin’s transport future is taking shape as the much-anticipated MetroLink project moves into its next phase. As Ireland’s most ambitious infrastructure project, MetroLink promises to deliver a high-speed, high-capacity metro system that will...
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Unlocking the Secrets of the Proton with a 3D Map of Matter’s Building Blocks
Unlocking the Secrets of the Proton with a 3D Map of Matter’s Building Blocks The seemingly solid world around us isn’t as unyielding as we might think. Beneath the surface of what we perceive as everyday matter, a dynamic universe unfolds within the protons and neutrons at the core of every a...
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Florida’s Propel Engineering acquired by Traffic and Mobility Consultants
Florida’s Propel Engineering acquired by Traffic and Mobility Consultants The wheels are turning in Florida’s transportation engineering landscape, and the latest news is poised to accelerate that momentum. Traffic & Mobility Consultants (TMC), a powerhouse in transportation planning and t...
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AI-Powered Energy Management for Carbon-Neutral Cities
AI-Powered Energy Management for Carbon-Neutral Cities The future of our cities is undeniably tied to renewable energy, carbon neutrality, and innovative technology. A ground-breaking AI-powered approach from the Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) aims to achieve precisely that by revolutioni...
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Scottish Government Shortlists Firms for £3 Billion A9 Dual Carriageway Upgrade
Scottish Government Shortlists Firms for £3 Billion A9 Dual Carriageway Upgrade Three firms have been shortlisted for a £3 billion project that promises to transform Scotland’s road infrastructure, specifically focusing on the long-awaited A9 Dualling scheme. This project, one of the largest o...
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Revolutionising Microelectronics with Silk-on-Graphene Technology
Revolutionising Microelectronics with Silk-on-Graphene Technology When you think of silk, your mind might conjure images of luxurious fabrics or shimmering dresses worn by royalty. For thousands of years, silk has symbolised wealth, beauty, and sophistication. Yet, what if I told you that silk might...
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Clean-up and Remediation Solutions for Abandoned Mine Drainage
Clean-up and Remediation Solutions for Abandoned Mine Drainage A new study led by the University of Pittsburgh has highlighted both the successes and limitations of Pennsylvania’s efforts to tackle the pervasive issue of abandoned mine drainage (AMD). While current systems, funded through state and...
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Bridging the Engineering Skills Gap with Virtual Reality
Bridging the Engineering Skills Gap with Virtual Reality In a world where technology continues to reshape how we live, work, and learn, virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a ground-breaking tool. It’s not just revolutionising the gaming and entertainment industries, but also breaking new ground in e...
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New Simulations are Shaping the World of Energy-Efficient Microelectronics
New Simulations are Shaping the World of Energy-Efficient Microelectronics In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, microelectronics are the silent workhorses that power our smartphones, laptops, smart homes, and even smart cities. However, as artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things...
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XCMG to showcase Advanced Mining Equipment at MinExpo 2024
XCMG to showcase Advanced Mining Equipment at MinExpo 2024 The countdown to MinExpo 2024 is on, and industry professionals are eagerly anticipating the unveiling of ground-breaking solutions for the mining sector. Among the highlights, XCMG Machinery, the leading Chinese heavy machinery manufacturer...
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