POWERCHINA selects Lintec CSD2500B for new international airport construction in Tanzania
Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA), has purchased a Lintec CSD2500B Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plant for its work on the New Dodoma Msalato International Airport in Tanzania. The plant began production in September 2023 at the new airport in the Masarato district, approximately 15 km from the city centre. The plant is helping to build key facilities such as a new apron, taxiway, runway, and auxiliary roads. At the same time, construction is also underway elsewhere on new hangars, terminals, firefighting units, and electromechanical installations, as well as a new airfield tower.
Improving air transport connectivity: The project marks a significant milestone in enhancing the infrastructure and connectivity of Tanzania’s political capital and the wider East African region. On September 13, 2021, the Tanzanian Government signed a contract to construct the airport investing TZS 127 billion ($54.74 million) into the project, further supported by a $329.47 million loan from the African Development Bank.
The construction is taking place in two phases, with the first phase focusing on the runway and terminal. The second phase will be implemented based on demand and once fully operational, the airport will accommodate 1.5 million passengers annually.
The project has reached the halfway point and is on track for completion by April 2025. The most notable achievement so far includes the construction of a 3.6-kilometre-long, 60-metre-wide runway. A spokesperson from POWERCHINA, said: “Several factors drove our decision to invest in the Lintec CSD2500B Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plant. Firstly, we prioritise safety and reliability in all our operations, and with Lintec & Linnhoff’s German-engineered equipment, we are confident in the highest standards of performance and quality. In addition, the Lintec CSD2500B’s containerised design ensures uninterrupted operations despite Tanzania’s challenging rainy seasons, while its modular construction delivers cost efficiency through low transport expenses and easy installation.”
The Lintec CSD2500B Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plant is a popular choice for airport infrastructure construction and the units have featured on other significant projects including the Yap Island International Airport in Micronesia, as well as the Sihanouk International Airport in Cambodia.
Modular construction made easy: Built in ISO certified sea containers, the Lintec Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plants are the first of their kind in the industry, featuring a modular construction that allows for easy transportation and convenient installation. The Lintec CSD2500B model has a capacity of 160 tph and a batch size of 1650/1600 kg.
Additionally, the Lintec Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plants prioritise sustainability with pollution control units and optional recycling systems. The design also ensures security with a central lockable access point, along with convenient walkways and staircases for easy maintenance. All plants ensure smooth setup by pre-assembling each plant at the manufacturing stage, before subjecting them to rigorous testing to ensure the highest reliability. With low shipping costs and streamlined transportation, Lintec provides a sustainable and cost-effective solution for diverse projects.
In addition, Lintec’s unique double screen drum technology eliminates the need for hot elevator and vibrating screens while reducing the need for maintenance. Combining the heating and screening of the minerals in a single process unit offers the substantial advantage of delivering significant energy savings.
POWERCHINA has a long-standing relationship with Lintec & Linnhoff, having previously purchased a range of asphalt mixing plants from the company, including units from the CSM and CSD series. These have been used across a range of projects dating back to 2010. This ongoing cooperation between the two companies underscores POWERCHINA’s confidence in the quality and reliability of Lintec & Linnhoff’s asphalt batching plants.
Ashok Leyland Expands its Footprint in Eastern India, Opens a new LCV Dealership in Siliguri, West Bengal
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer inaugurated its dealership for Light Commercial Vehicles in Siliguri, West Bengal. This is the 5th Light Commercial Vehicle dealership in West Bengal. The new channel partner Happie Trucking, has a sales facility strategically located at Eastern Bypass Road, SBM Warehouse, Eastern Bypass, Bhaktinagar, Siliguri, Jalpaiguri, West Bengal 734004. While the main Workshop facility (Service and Spares) is tactically located at Debgram, Ware House, Thakur Nagar, New Jalpaiguri, Jalpaiguri, West Bengal 735135. The facility has advanced tools, quick service bays, and sophisticated infrastructure to ensure superior customer experience. The company currently offers a range of LCV products – BADA DOST, DOST, PARTNER and MiTR.
Viplav Shah, Head – LCV Business, Ashok Leyland said, “We are excited to further strengthen our presence in this region. West Bengal and Eastern India at large, have been a key market for us. We have always recognized the potential this region has and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead in this geography. We have been working on creating a strong foothold in the region, and the new dealership in Siliguri will bolster our presence in this geography. The overwhelming success of our ‘DOST Range’ and now the ‘BADA DOST’ can be attributed to the robustness of our products and the extensive reach of our network. All our products have been receiving great responses from our customers, thanks to their best-in-class mileage and class-leading performance, backed by extensive sales and aftersales support. We are extremely proud that our track record of service retention levels is exemplary with close to 70% of our customers returning to our dealer workshops, even after the warranty period. We, as always, would remain committed to maintaining and even enhancing the level of customer service and satisfaction. This new dealership is being opened to further strengthen our reach, in line with our commitment.”
Ashok Leyland’s products are launched to meet the evolving needs of Indian LCV customers by offering best-in-class technology at competitive costs. Now, there are more than five lakh LCVs across India.
The recently launched BADA DOST is the first product to be built on an all-new robust LCV platform and has four variants, i2, i3+, i4, and i5. It is powered by an 80 hp BS6 engine that delivers best-in-class power & mileage, best-in-class payload, and best-in-class load body length and loading space that helps customers earn more profit per trip. Owing to its low turning radius and best-in-class ground clearance, BADA DOST is the ideal vehicle for inter and intra-city applications and can negotiate all terrains with ease.
DOST range comes in the following avatars – DOST LiTE, DOST STRONG, and DOST+ to cater to different sections of the market and applications.
PARTNER, a modern & highly fuel-efficient load carrier, caters to the 3.5 – 4.8 ton payload segment and is available in both 4 tyre and 6 tyre options. It comes with Load body options of 10ft, 11ft, 14ft and 17ft. PARTNER is based on an internationally acclaimed vehicle platform & carries the renowned ZD30 CRDI engine.
MiTR bus, based on the same platform as PARTNER, comes in both standard bus & school bus options. It provides superior mileage even in stop and go conditions. MiTR School Bus complies with all school bus safety norms & compliance codes and offers unmatched ride comfort.
BADA DOST, DOST, PARTNER, and MiTR are manufactured at Ashok Leyland’s state-of-the-art Hosur plant. BADA DOST is available at Rs.10,98,000/- i5, Rs.10,44,500/- i4(LNT) & Rs.10,24,500/-i4(SCR) , Rs.10,06,500/-i3+ & Rs.8,59,000/- i2 variant. DOST LiTE, DOST Strong and DOST+ are available at a competitive price starting from Rs.7, 92,000/- PARTNER is available at an attractive price starting from Rs.17,00,000/- MITR Bus is priced competitively starting from Rs.22, 39,000 /- Ashok Leyland has one of the largest and fastest-growing networks in the CV space. Its robust network of more than 1700 exclusive outlets ensures the availability of authorized Service centers at every 75 KMS on major Highways.
MYCRANE expands offering with launch of global lifting equipment Marketplace
MYCRANE, the first global platform for online crane rental, has expanded its offer with the launch of a new Marketplace to facilitate the international sale and purchase of lifting equipment. Officially launched at bauma China recently, the Marketplace draws on the strengths of the MYCRANE crane rental platform, which is already well-established in highly active buying markets such as India and the Middle East, and has more than 1,500 registered crane rental companies offering in excess of 12,000 cranes. MYCRANE users – and all other interested parties located around the world – are now able to buy and sell used and new lifting equipment on the MYCRANE Marketplace, which promotes a shift from low volume and costly trades, to numerous, cost-efficient sales transactions. No subscription fees apply, only competitive fees are payable on conclusion of a sale. Lifting equipment on sale at the MYCRANE Marketplace includes mobile, crawler, tower and speciality cranes, as well as aerial work platforms and other equipment.
“Just as we’ve made crane rental easy and accessible for all, we now want to democratize the equipment sales process, by supporting fast, global trading and providing access to a wide range of keenly-priced equipment,” says Andrei Geikalo, MYCRANE Founder and CEO.
“The MYCRANE Marketplace is particularly valuable to individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), who will be empowered by the ability to source the right equipment at the right price – wherever they are, internationally.
“The goal is to streamline the buying process, increase transparency and choice, and create a robust trading platform for the benefit of the entire industry.”
Advantages of the MYCRANE Marketplace – accessed at market.my-crane.com – include the provision of verified crane documentation, options to filter lifting equipment by age and condition, and the ability to obtain inspection reports. Finally, MYCRANE is able to offer logistics and transportation services, facilitating the sales process all the way to final delivery at the customer’s project site anywhere in the world, as well as insurance and leasing (finance) to fund the purchase.
