Safe Working Practices - Safety in Construction of Underground Structures in the Complex Geology of Tehri Pump Storage Project – A Case Study
Dr. Rakesh Kumar Khali, Vice President - Operations, (Tunnel, UG Structures & Hydro Power), G.R. Infraprojects Ltd. highlights the technology incorporated for safety in construction during the course of the Tehri Pump Storage Project and cites examples
Tunnelling in Challenging Topography & Geological Conditions for a Railway Doubling Project in Eastern Ghats
The East Coast Railway is constructing a new railway line parallel to an existing one in the Koraput-Singapur Road section. This 164-km long railway line has 36 existing tunnels and 24 tunnels for proposed second line. The existing line was constructed
China’s first EPB TBM exported to South America was off the Production Line at CRCHI
On September 27th, China’s first EPBM to be exported to South America, manufactured by CRCHI, left the production line. With a total length of 105m and an excavation diameter of 9.8m, the TBM will be soon deployed at the first metro project in South
Role of Drum Cutters in Tunnel Construction
Drum cutters are multifaceted tools that find extensive use in engineering and construction industries; they are indispensable for excavation and tunnelling, crushing road pavement, and in mining operations. Tunnel construction has always been
Waterproofing Tunnels
Keng Senephimmachack, Business Development Consultant, DYK Group, Canada, throws light on the importance of waterproofing tunnels, types of waterproofing membranes available, their advantages and disadvantages, and why choosing the right solution
Navigating The Subterranean
Dr. Manoj Verman, delves into the intricacies of India’s tunnelling landscape, exploring its challenges, achievements, technological advancements, highlighting the pressing need for improvements, and exploring cutting-edge technologies
TERRATEC - Hard Rock Double Shield TBM starts operations in Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydropower project
TERRATEC is pleased to announce that the Ø9.86m Hard Rock Double Shield TBM has commenced excavation for Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydropower Project in India. The TBM is currently working for Hindustan Construction, which is the main contractor of this
Carbon Saving Initiatives Boosting PSCL Development
According to Benoit de Rivaz, Technical Director, Bekaert BP Underground Solutions, carbon saving is boosting further development of Permanent Sprayed Concrete Lining (PSCL). Achieving decarbonisation in tunnel construction is not only possible
Terex India Hosts TEXCON 2023
Terex India’s TEXCON 2023 event, held at its Hosur facility in Tamil Nadu, showcased an impressive line-up of Technological and Sustainable Solutions for Construction and Recycling Industries. P.P. Basistha reports. Terex, global manufacturer of materials
JCB India: Growing its Excavator Business Across Sectors
JCB India is leveraging its design and manufacturing capabilities to market its excavators as it aims to meet the rising demand from infra development projects. P.P. Basistha witnesses the company’s manufacturing prowess and wide range of products at the
Crane Owners Association of India Organizes 11th AGM
Cowners came together for the 11th Annual General Meeting of Crane Owners Association of India (COAOI) on 29th September 2023 at the Taj Palace Hotel, Mumbai. The gathering included esteemed members of COAOI. SANY India was the event’s partner
ICEMA: Laying the Foundation for a Transformative Future
ICEMA’s CE Technology Summit brought together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries to identify key challenges in the development and adoption of advanced in-house technologies. “The Technology Vision Roadmap developed by the Construction
Demtech: Bigger & Better in 2023
The second edition of Demtech 2023 Conference and Exhibition, held at Bengaluru on the 28th and 29th September 2023, played host to 450 delegates, representation from 10 countries, and 45 exhibitors. The success of Demtech 23 has once again proved
CCMA to organize 4th International Suppliers Conference 2023 on “Construction Chemicals for Next Gen”
The 4th edition of the International Conference of Suppliers for leading manufacturers and suppliers of construction chemicals is being organized by the Construction Chemicals Manufacturers Association (CCMA). The conference will be held on 4th and
Mumbai to host 3-day India Warehousing & Logistics Show from November 21st
The 10th-anniversary edition of the India Warehousing & Logistics Show (IWLS) is scheduled to take place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (E) in Mumbai from November 21st. This event, organized by RX India, a part of RX Global (www.rxglobal.com)
Challenges & Opportunities in India’s Container Market
The container industry serves as the backbone of international trade, ensuring smooth and efficient flow of goods across borders. Inland Container Depots (ICDs) and Container Freight Stations (CFS) are vital hubs in the logistics chain, enhancing efficiency
Container xChange - Streamlining Logistics
With the increasing desire for access to a wider range of products across the globe, industries are required to obtain materials and goods from diverse regions. This consumer behaviour has created a need for efficient and cost-effective shipping solutions
ARCON Container - Effective Container Management
The Container Market is faced with the challenge of repositioning empty containers, which are currently seeing an oversupply in the market, and shortage of storage space. The container industry was on a roll post-pandemic, stabilising over the past
GDL: Adapting to Environmental Challenges And Customer Demand
Standardizing shipping containers as per ISO specifications has made cargo handling and transportation more efficient and cost-effective, while advancements in technology and automation have further optimized the containerization process
MCC: Enhancing Operational Efficiency Through Technology
Infrastructure limitations, and port congestions cause delays and inefficiencies in container operations. The operational costs of players in the Container Market are affected by increasing labor costs. Compliance with different regulations and safety
KSH Distriparks Offering ‘Fit to Ship’ Containers
The company’s Maintenance and Repair facility at its ICD in Pune is enhancing container turnaround time and we are also establishing more empty yards in various inland locations to further shorten the container turnaround time, informs Malcolm D’Souza
Supply Chain: A Critical Point of Competitive Differentiation
A well-managed supply chain can provide organizations with a significant competitive advantage by enabling cost efficiency, improving project timelines, ensuring quality and reliability, and mitigating risks and disruptions. Organizations that excel in sourcing
Demand for Grade-A Warehousing surges to 163 msf; supply lags behind by 1.4 times
According to a joint report by CREDAI and CRE Matrix, the warehousing sector has garnered much interest among industry stakeholders due to its rapid evolution. The segment has witnessed immense sectoral demand, outgrowing supply by 1.4 times
Massive demand for Grade A warehousing in Tier 2 & 3 cities
A joint report by US-based Binswanger Commercial Real Estate Services and the ANAROCK group has emphasized the high-intensity focus on making India a global manufacturing hub, which has led to the rapid expansion of warehousing clusters beyond the top
Invest Wisely in Storage
Choosing the right storage solution is a strategic decision that can impact your business's efficiency, reputation, and bottom line. Prioritize safety, timeliness, tech-enabled solutions, and added services, think long-term, and consider your business's growth potential
eTRANS expands reach with RANET4U acquisition
eTrans Solutions, a leading e-logistics and fleet management company, has acquired Bengaluru-based Telematics and IoT company, Ranet4u, previously a subsidiary of Rane Holdings. Ranet4u is now a part of eTrans and is renamed eTrans t4u. “The combined
Goldhofer »STARLINE« offers premium quality semi-trailers
Goldhofer is presenting three different types of vehicles from its successful »STARLINE« portfolio. The new range of self-tracking semitrailers features premium quality engineering, high payloads at low deadweights, and an unmatched load securing system
Bruhat Logistics India moves OOG project from Sri Lanka to India
Bruhat Logistics India has recently moved an OOG project from Sri Lanka to India. The cargo consisted of 3 Mobile Cranes and 2 Crawler Cranes which were dismantled to fit into 5 x 40FR OOG and 8 x 40HC containers. The scope of work included
Mammoet Makes Zero Emission Heavy Transport Possible
Mammoet, the world’s largest heavy lifting and transport company, has created a new zero emission heavy transport vehicle, which can remove the carbon impact of installing large infrastructure such as bridges, wind turbines and power station components
National Logistics Policy: Elevating efficiency, with best-in-class tech advancements
The National Logistics Policy 2022 was introduced with the aim of reducing the cost of logistics in India and improving the Logistics Performance Index ranking, with the goal of being among the top 25 countries by 2030. The policy aims to drive the economic
