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Volvo CE Reports Solid Performance in Second Quarter Volvo CE (Volvo Construction Equipment) has seen net sales increase by 13 percent in Q2, 2021 — owing to higher volumes in Europe, North America and South America. Continuing its strong rebound from the challenges of last year, all markets have enjoyed in uptick in sales from the same period 2020 — all except China, which has seen a slight slowdown despite its initial surge of sales in the first three months of the year. With improved construction activity, high customer confidence and increased investment in infrastructure, order intake also has increased by 35 percent. Total net sales in the second quarter increased by 13 percent amounting to SEK 25,839 M (SEK 22,876 M in Q2 2020) — supported by a 17 percent rise in the sales of services. Adjusted for currency movements, however, net sales increased by 21 percent. Sales in Asia, including China, the world’s largest construction equipment market, remained the
highest but still accounted for a 12 percent drop, due to a decline in infrastructure investment. Asia (excluding China) continued to solidify its growth with improvements in all key markets including India, Korea and South East Asia. Adjusted operating income amounted to SEK 3,374 M, up slightly from 3,108 M last year, corresponding to an adjusted operating margin of 13.1 percent (13.6 percent). Due to a more confident customer outlook and increased investment across most markets, order intake increased by 35 percent with a significant increase in orders for Volvo branded products and a more modest yet stable order intake in SDLG branded products, affected as they were by the slowdown in the Chinese market. Demand for large and medium sized machines remained strong and higher than for compact machines. Due in large part to higher sales in Europe and North and South America, the latter of which saw a
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Continuing its strong rebound from the challenges of last year, all markets have enjoyed an uptick in sales from the same period 2020 — all except China, which has seen a slight slowdown despite its initial surge of sales in the first three months of the year.
120 percent increase in deliveries from the same period last year, overall deliveries increased by 5 percent in Q2. Market Development The year up to May has benefited from high customer activity across industry segments, more
ASSOCIATON GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA (AGC) AGC Annual Convention 2021 Dates: September 21 – 23, 2021 Location: Marriott World Center, Orlando, FL The AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes the opportunity to gain business-critical insights into the issues most affecting their operations. From risk management to safety on the jobsite to the latest in project management solutions, AGC brings together experts from across the industry to share their knowledge and help prepare contractors to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. And no time is better than now to prepare your company for the challenges (and opportunities) facing our industry as we collectively emerge from the pandemic, grapple with economic uncertainty, and navigate the legislative and regulatory policies of the new administration. Experience for yourself how the AGC Annual Convention provides contractors of all sizes and markets the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage, to help protect key business interests, make important industry connections, and to prepare for industry disruptions. Bring Your Team to the AGC Equipment, Technology & Construction Solutions Expo: The AGC Annual Convention is the place for construction superintendents, project managers, senior executives, and owners to hone their knowledge as contractors, and the AGC Equipment, Technology & Construction Solutions Expo provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for your whole team to meet with more than 100 leading industry suppliers showcasing the latest tools, solutions and equipment to power your construction business. Registration is now open! For more information visit https://convention.agc.org/ ASSOCIATON OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS (AEM) The Utility Expo (FORMERLY ICUEE) Dates: September 28 – 30, 2021 Location: Kentucky Exposition Center 937 Philips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209 We are excited to announce ICUEE has a new name: The Utility Expo. This all-inclusive name better reflects The Utility Expo experience – a place where professionals from all utilities come together to share new equipment, new ideas, and new solutions. Covering more than 30 acres, The Utility Expo is the largest event for utility professionals and construction contractors seeking the latest industry technologies, innovations, and trends. Top five Reasons to Attend The Utility Expo 2021: • See, touch and experience 30+ acres of new equipment, safety products, and technology • Network with 19,000+ industry peers from all utility sectors • Test-drive and compare the latest equipment before you buy or rent
than positively impacted by increasing volumes in the European, North American and South American markets. In Europe, the majority of countries continued their recovery to see a 30 percent increase measured in units from the same period last year, while North America saw a
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35 percent rise due to high infrastructure and housing construction activity. The South American market enjoyed the biggest surge (71 percent) due to an increased demand in commodities. Despite its strong start to the year, China began to decline in Q2 in line with decreasing government investment in infrastructure. Melker Jernberg, president of Volvo CE, said, “Thanks to our commitment to innovation and customer success, we have offset a slowdown in China with a solid increase in demand across our other key regions of Europe and North America. While maintaining a steady recovery from the challenges of last year remains our top priority, we have also continued our journey of innovation with a number of exciting launches this quarter, including our entry into the 50 ton excavator segment and the launch of our first dedicated Fuel Cell Test Lab.” For more information, visit www.volvoce.com.
ASSOCIATION OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS (AEM) 2021 AEM Annual Conference Dates: November 10-12, 2021 Location: JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa 5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054 The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) 2021 Annual Conference delivers a single place for you to gather with your peers to examine what this transformational decade will mean for your organization and the equipment manufacturing industry. Top reasons to attend: Networking and direct conversations • As always, there will be opportunities for crucial networking, but also discussions with suppliers, peers and subject matter experts that help us prepare for the new landscape our industry faces. • Feedback from your customers This year, we are offering roundtable discussions with OEMs and end-users. In these roundtables, we will address the most important and relevant data on the future of the industry in a space where customers can provide honest input and exchange ideas for improvement and action. • Industry perspectives on today and tomorrow A full schedule of insightful sessions, small-group roundtables, and candid conversations with CEOs who are shaping the equipment manufacturing industry right now and in the future. Topics will include culture, sustainability, corporate responsibility, leadership and the post-covid workforce, just to name a few. Registration is now open! Please contact Carla Mann at cmann@aem.org or (414) 298-4162 if you have any questions.. For additional information and to register, visit https://www.aem.org/events/conferences-and-webinars/annual-conference. MINNESOTA ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION (MAPA) 2021 Minnesota Asphalt Conference Date: December 2, 2021 Location: Minneapolis Marriott Northwest (formerly Northland) 7025 Northland Dr. North, Minneapolis, MN 55428 Description: MAPA members are committed to the state and its overall quality of life. The industry is comprised of companies ranging from small driveway – paving operations to diverse larger construction companies that produce and/or place asphalt pavement on roads, airports, parking lots, recreational facilities, etc. It is MAPA's mission to serve our members by advancing the technology of asphalt pavement to their customers. We strive to accomplish this mission with our staff of Professional Engineers by providing technical assistance, training, and consultation. Join us at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest to hear from our expert speakers on topics you don't want to miss! Registration to open SOON. For more information, please visit https://asphaltisbest.com/. Contact MAPA Staff at info@mnapa.org.
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