The construction equipment and building materials machinery sector is approaching the coming months with concern. It is not cyclical fluctuations that continue to cloud the outlook, but structural problems. Deregulation, reduced bureaucracy and a level playing field are still lacking. Frankfurt am Main, 16 July 2026 – The sector does …
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The construction equipment industry is starting in 2026 with a mixed picture. Even though the figures are more positive than in previous years, the industry continues to face a difficult political and economic environment. Frankfurt am Main, 05 February 2026 – Order intake picked up noticeably towards the end of …
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The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) welcomed Sharon Mughal as its new Commercial Manager in January 2026, bringing more than a decade of senior experience across membership organisations and trade associations. Sharon has held leadership roles at UKWA, the Global Cold Chain Alliance, the Cold Chain Federation, the Recruitment & Employment …
Read More »Viki Bell, Chief Executive of the Construction Equipment Association (CEA), said: “While today’s Budget maintains investment in some key areas, it offers little direct reassurance for the construction equipment industry. The sector was barely referenced in the Chancellor’s speech, despite its central role in supporting growth, infrastructure delivery and UK …
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has warned that “necessary choices” will have to be made in the forthcoming Autumn Budget — a statement that has prompted concern across the construction equipment sector about the potential impact of tax increases on growth and investment. Any rise in personal or business taxation risks slowing …
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The Committee for European Construction Equipment, CECE announced the launch of the new online platform www.compliantconstructionmachinery.eu that will function as a valuable resource for customers, users, custom officials and market surveillance authorities. “Effective market surveillance is fundamental to ensuring fairness, safety and innovation in our industry,” said Riccardo Viaggi, CECE …
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The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has announced the appointment of Phil Battle, Divisional Director Volvo CE – Product & Services at SMT GB, to its Board. Phil was unanimously elected by the Board, strengthening dealer and distributor representation within the Association. Phil will take on the portfolio of ESG and …
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In an unexpected decision, the US administration expanded the scope of existing Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminium to cover 400 additional customs codes, including construction and mining equipment. The tariff for these machines will apply 50% to the value of their steel content, plus a 15% baseline tariff …
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CEA statement on new US tariffs affecting UK construction machinery exports from Viki Bell, CEO, CEA (Construction Equipment Association) From 18 August, new US tariffs under Section 232 mean finished construction machinery and key parts exported from the UK now fall within scope of duties on steel and aluminium. UK-origin …
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Wednesday, 24th June: The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has today published its June 2025 economic update—a summary designed to help construction equipment manufacturers understand how current economic trends, government policy, and energy pricing are likely to impact their business over the coming months. The CEA summary also captures key elements …
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