NEWS & BUSINESS 4

WORLD NEWS 9

FINANCE & CE BAROMETER 13

LAW & CONTRACT 17

FIEC 18

CECE 21

SAMOTER 23
The 29th edition of the Italian construction equipment exhibition takes place from 8 to 11 May, and this time it is teamed with the Asphaltica road paving technology event. The 2011 Samoter trade show attracted 98,000 visitors from 110 countries

COMPONENTS 27
Clearly the right components are always a crucial element for any manufacturer of constuction equipment, with quality and cost among the key factors. Sandy Guthrie looks at some of the latest innovations that could help make a new machine stand out from the crowd

MINI EXCAVATORS 35
Many manufacturers are forecasting growth in mini excavator sales this year and are keen to ensure customers get value for money when investing in new machines. Helen Wright talks to the companies at the centre of the sector to find out more

EQUIPMENT 43

SUBSCRIPTIONS 50