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Kubota Canada opens new corporate headquarters in Pickering

Kubota Canada has moved into its new corporate headquarters in Pickering, Ontario, and the new state-of-the-art facility is a testament to the company’s ongoing...

Ontario to invest nearly $300 million in skilled trades training

The Ontario government is investing $224 million to build and upgrade training centres for the skilled trades. The province also plans to invest $75 million...

Ritchie Bros. completes its acquisition of IAA

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers has completed its acquisition of IAA Inc. As previously announced in January, IAA shareholders will receive $12.80 per share in cash and...

Jill of All Trades program plans to expand across Canada

The Jill of All Trades program is planning to expand nationwide by 2026.  Since 2014, Conestoga College has hosted the day-long event to inspire young...

Komatsu to invest millions into its Sudbury operations

Komatsu is planning to invest “millions” to transform its facility in Sudbury, Ontario.  The investment is in support of the company’s strategic growth plan for...

Holcim wins Contractors’ Choice award at ConExpo

ECOPact low-carbon concrete from Holcim has won the inaugural Next Level Awards Contractors’ Choice at ConExpo-Con/Agg and IFPE 2023. ConExpo attendees were able to cast...

ConExpo 2023 crushes previous show records

Following five days of showcasing the latest machines and products available to the construction, aggregate and fluid power industries, ConExpo-Con/Agg and IFPE 2023 has...

Cat’s Global Operator Challenge crowns a new World Champion

Patrick Doheny from Australia has won the title of World Champion in Caterpillar’s Global Operator Challenge. Doheny from Australia took the crown out of nine...

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Palfinger expands its North American footprint

To strengthen its presence in the North American market, Palfinger will open a new regional headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois. The new office, which is scheduled...