JCB India strengthens Karnataka presence with Trident JCB dealership in Kolar
JCB India recently announced the inauguration of the new dealership facility of Trident JCB in Kolar, further strengthening its presence in one of Karnataka’s fast-emerging industrial corridors. The state-of-the-art facility will offer JCB India’s full product portfolio, backed by strong sales, service, and parts support for customers in the region.
Spread across 33,750 sq. ft., the integrated facility has been designed to deliver a seamless, end-to-end customer experience. It includes modern customer engagement areas, 3 fully equipped service bays for efficient machine servicing, and a well-stocked parts warehouse to ensure faster turnaround times. The dealership is also supported by a fleet of 6 mobile service vans, enabling prompt on-site support and minimizing downtime for customers.
Trident JCB employs nearly 300 people across its network, with around 18 personnel at this facility, further strengthening local capabilities and service reach.
Speaking at the inauguration, Deepak Shetty, CEO & Managing Director at JCB India, said “Karnataka stands at the forefront of India’s next phase of infrastructure-led growth, and Kolar is fast emerging as a catalyst in this transformation. As investments accelerate and connectivity strengthens, the region is poised to redefine industrial progress. We are delighted to inaugurate this world-class facility, as we continue to support the government’s vision for Karnataka through our cutting-edge offerings.”
The new 3S facility has been developed in line with JCB’s global corporate identity guidelines and features standardized systems and processes.
It houses a fully operational LiveLink command center, enabling 24×7 fleet management support. JCB LiveLink, an advanced telematics solution, provides real-time insights into the Service, Operations and Security of JCB machines.
JCB India Welcomes PMGSY-III Extension, Backs Stronger Rural Connectivity
JCB India welcomes and appreciates the Government of India’s decision to extend Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-III) till March 2028, a move that reinforces the nation’s commitment to strengthening rural connectivity. By enhancing vital road links that connect villages with services and growth centres, the extension will help improve everyday access, support local economies, and bring communities closer to opportunities that enable progress and a better quality of life.
At its core, this initiative is about people. Better roads mean quicker access to hospitals and specialised medical care, smoother movement of agricultural produce, and easier access to education and employment hubs. For farmers, it reduces delays and losses; for families, it can mean timely medical help and uninterrupted education.
JCB believes that such focused investment in rural infrastructure will have a lasting social and economic impact, empowering villages, and strengthening supply chains, while laying the foundation for more balanced and inclusive growth across the country.
Commenting on the development, Deepak Shetty, CEO and Managing Director, JCB India, said, “Rural roads shape daily outcomes. They decide how quickly help arrives in an emergency and how livelihoods take root Programmes like PMGSY have a tangible impact on everyday life in rural India. Better road infrastructure also helps connect rural populations more effectively with urban facilities, services, and opportunities. Strengthening these connections helps reduce on-ground inefficiencies, including losses in perishable goods, while creating more stable economic opportunities for underserved regions. As India advances towards its Viksit Bharat vision, JCB welcomes the extension of PMGSY-III and stands firmly with the Government in strengthening last-mile connectivity to drive inclusive and sustainable growth.”
Domestic Slowdown Drags India’s Construction Equipment Sales Down 2% In FY26: ICEMA
India’s construction equipment industry recorded a marginal 2 percent decline in total sales in FY 2025–26 as slower infrastructure execution weighed on domestic demand, according to the latest report by the Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (ICEMA).
Total equipment sales declined to 1,36,995 units in FY26 from 1,40,191 units in FY25. Domestic demand fell nearly 7 percent across most categories, while exports surged 32 percent, reaching record levels.
India remains the world’s third-largest construction equipment market, valued at USD 10 billion in FY25 and projected to reach USD 14.76 billion by 2030.
Domestic Demand Slips Amid Project Delays
ICEMA President Deepak Shetty said the slowdown reflects execution delays rather than structural weakness, citing slower project awards, land acquisition hurdles and delayed payments to contractors.
Earthmoving equipment continued to dominate with a 71 percent market share at 97,236 units, down 2 percent year-on-year. Material handling equipment fell 10 percent to 15,290 units, while road construction equipment grew 6.3 percent to 7,445 units.
ICEMA said domestic demand was also impacted by slower implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission, rising input costs and the rollout of CEV Stage V emission norms.
Exports Surge Despite Weak Domestic Market
Exports remained the biggest bright spot, driven by improving product quality, competitive pricing and stronger manufacturing capabilities.
The industry expects demand recovery as infrastructure execution improves, supported by higher public capex and incentives announced in the Union Budget 2026–27.
JCB India inaugurates a new facility of its dealer, Caculo Earthmovers in North Goa
JCB India recently announced the inauguration of a new facility of its dealer, Caculo Earthmovers in Karaswada, North Goa, further strengthening its presence in the state.
The facility will offer JCB India’s full product portfolio, backed by robust Sales, Service, and Parts support for Customers across the region.
This milestone strengthens JCB’s commitment to expand and serve its Customers in North Goa, in addition to its existing facility in Verna. Spread across 14,000 sq. ft., the integrated facility offers end-to-end customer support with dedicated engagement spaces, advanced service bays, and a fully stocked parts warehouse. Caculo Earthmovers, which employs nearly 60 people across its facilities, brings decades of expertise and trust to the region. It has played a pivotal role in enabling Goa’s infrastructure growth, making it a cornerstone partner in JCB’s journey in the state.
Speaking at the inauguration, Deepak Shetty, CEO & Managing Director, JCB India, said, “Goa is witnessing steady infrastructure development driven by growth in tourism, urban expansion, and enhanced connectivity. As demand for Construction Equipment continues to grow across the region, we are delighted to inaugurate Caculo Earthmovers’ second facility here in North Goa. The launch of the new facility reflects our commitment to offer state of the art equipment and support to our Customers in Goa.
He further added, ‘’JCB India has wide product portfolio that includes Backhoe Loaders, Tracked Excavators, Wheeled Loaders, Compactors, Telehandlers, Mini Excavators and Skid Steers. Additionally, the new Agrimax, Diesel Gensets; and Access Platforms further give more options to our Customers for their equipment related needs.’’
JCB India is a leading manufacturer of earthmoving and construction equipment in India and is an embodiment of the Make in India program.
With six state-of-the-art factories in India, the company manufactures a wide range of world-class equipment in India for the domestic market as well as for exports to more than 135 countries. JCB’s factories in India are also amongst the most gender diverse, with 34% women on the shopfloor in Jaipur; and 52% in Vadodara.
JCB India has a network of more than 64 dealers and 700 outlets spread throughout India, which further employs about 8,000 professionally trained personnel. Given the investments allocated by both state and central governments for building urban and rural infrastructure, JCB takes pride in contributing to nation-building with its strong India-centric product portfolio
The new facility has been developed in line with JCB India’s corporate identity guidelines and features standardized systems and processes.
It houses a fully operational LiveLink command center, an advanced telematics solution, providing real-time insights into the service, operations and security of JCB machines, enabling 24×7 fleet management support.
JCB India strengthens Karnataka presence with Trident JCB dealership in Kolar
Construction equipment sector to grow 7% in FY27: ICEMA
After a stagnant FY26, India’s construction equipment sector is projected to grow by 7% in FY27, reaching new heights fueled by a Rs.12.2 lakh crore government infrastructure allocation.
The domestic construction equipment industry is expected to return to growth in FY27 after a weak FY26, with the industry body Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association (ICEMA) projecting around 7% growth next year.
The recovery is expected to be driven by higher government spending on infrastructure, improving road construction activity, and increased allocation for rural projects, Deepak Shetty, President, ICEMA said on Friday.
The industry had a weak FY26, with total equipment sales declining around 2% year-on-year to 136,995 units, compared to 140,191 units in FY25, ICEMA data shows. Exports, however, rose more than 30%, partly offsetting the fall in domestic demand.
Overcoming Stage V Hurdles
Shetty attributed the decline in FY26 to state elections, slower execution of roads and highways projects, reduced activity under the Jal Jeevan Mission, and the transition to stricter Stage V emission norms, which increased equipment prices by around 12–15 per cent.
“What happened was that while stricter emission norms helped export growth, they also increased prices in the domestic market,” Shetty said.
Shetty said growth in FY27 would be supported by the Centre’s Rs.12.2 lakh crore infrastructure allocation, higher spending on rural roads, railways, mining, and urban infrastructure projects. He added that the extension of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana till 2028 and increased allocation for the Jal Jeevan Mission would further support demand, particularly in rural areas.
The expected utilisation of the Centre’s Rs.1.5 lakh crore infrastructure loan support for states is also likely to aid growth.
ICEMA expects the market to grow to around 250,000 units by the end of this decade, driven by infrastructure spending, exports, and localisation of supply chains amid increased government capex spending. Shetty said the Ministry of Heavy Industries’ Scheme for Enhancement of Construction and Infrastructure Equipment (CIE), aimed at bolstering domestic manufacturing of high-value machinery, would support this growth.
According to Shetty this will also help the industry attract European, Japanese, US and other players to manufacture in India. “We are seeing many foreign players from across the globe planning to participate in the scheme. The scheme will help the industry grow to new heights,” Shetty said. The scheme will run for seven years and will have an outlay of Rs.13,000–Rs.14,000 crore.
Future-Proofing the Fleet
The industry is also expected to gradually shift towards alternative fuel technologies. Smaller machines used in urban areas are likely to adopt electric powertrains, while larger equipment may move towards hydrogen fuel. Medium-sized machines such as backhoe loaders could use CNG or hydrogen-based systems. Shetty estimated that EV, CNG and hydrogen-powered machines could account for 20–25%of the industry by 2030.
India is currently the world’s third-largest construction equipment market after the US and China and is expected to become the second-largest by 2030, according to Shetty. The industry is projected to grow from $10 billion to $14.76 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 8.3%.
