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Around 70 delegates from Russia’s equipment rental market gathered in Ekaterinburg, Russia, in mid-October to attend the second Russian Rental Conference.

Manufacturer optimistic on demand for 2012 after strong increases in third quarter results

L&T sees second quarter net profit rise while HCC reports net loss, hit by economic slowdown

Nine-month results show growth in all four business segments, but manufacturer forecasts softening demand

Worst decline in construction activity for 30 years predicted by Construction Products Association.

Second round of EIB funds will help construct new metro track and renovate stations

Italian rental specialist Nacanco has bought 45 aerial platforms from Socage: 38 DA320s and 7 DA324s.

A private share issue at Smith Electric Vehicles has enabled it to pay Tanfield and allowed a $5.6 million cash injection at Snorkel.

According to multiple reports, billionaire investor Carl Icahn is interested in Navistar International Corp. merging with Oshkosh Corp., though nothing formal has been announced.

RSC Equipment Rental said it was building "very strong" business momentum with customers reacting to the lack of finance and moderate economic growth by outsourcing more of their equipment needs to rental companies.

Partnership will see mid-range construction equipment engines manufactured at new facility in China

Investment would speed up road, rail, energy grid, pipeline and broadband network projects

Decision by rating agency Standard & Poor’s was based on influence of parent company Hochtief

Joint venture between contractors Gammon and Leighton Asia wins international gateway project

Mtandt Rentals Limited, based in Chennai, India and owner of the Onrent brand, has announced its intention to buy 3500 new units for its rental fleet over the next four years.

New acquisition of Chinese crusher manufacturer will spearhead the drive into mid-range markets.

Swedish contractor wins €572 million in new contracts and acquires Finnish construction company

Eurostat figures for August show strong year-on-year growth in Poland, Romania and Germany

Manitou is continuing to expand its presence in Asia from its regional hub based in Singapore. This year through Manitou Asia, the group has been developing a new local service platform for its regional networks. The objective is to support new markets, such as India, China or Indonesia, which are gradually adopting sophisticated handling equipment.

Haulotte third quarter financial results show continued growth but the company is wary about the market conditions in 2012.