Manufacturers
Umpleby to retire as Caterpillar chairman
CEO Joe Creed will succeed Jim Umpleby as Cat's chairman of the board following Jim Umpleby's retirement this April. Keep Reading
Develon opens hub for training, testing
The HD Construction Equipment Real Operation Center in Tucson, Arizona, provides acres of operating space and plans for a permanent building. Keep Reading
OTR names president, CEO
Oscar Torres, who spent most of his career at Kellstrom Aerospace, takes over the leadership positions Jan. 5. Keep Reading
ConExpo-Con/Agg adding keynote stage for 2026
The Ground Breakers Stage will feature industry leaders exploring AI, autonomy and the future of construction. Keep Reading
B&D Fabricators acquires Leading Edge Attachments
The deal expands B&D’s portfolio of heavy attachments used in quarry and construction applications. Keep Reading
John Deere expands tech footprint with Tenna acquisition
The deal brings a mixed-fleet asset-tracking platform into John Deere’s construction technology portfolio. Keep Reading
Caterpillar previews ConExpo-Con/Agg plans
The company will spotlight new machines, technology and its Global Operator Challenge when the trade show returns to Las Vegas in March. Keep Reading
Astec to acquire CWMF
Astec Industries expects its acquisition of the asphalt plant equipment and parts manufacturer to become official early next year. Keep Reading
CheckProof adds digital risk assessment tool
The new capability replaces paper-based assessments with a mobile-first platform that helps teams identify hazards, assign actions and track mitigation efforts in real time. Keep Reading
