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INTERACTION CO VER STOR Y

Volvo Construction Equipment Continues to Shape

the Future Through Customer-Centric, Technology-

Led Innovation

Volvo CE has incorporated a plethora of cutting-edge technologies into its machines for better
performance and efficiency. In an exclusive interview to CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES,
DIMITROV KRISHNAN, MANAGING DIRECTOR, VOLVO CE INDIA PVT LTD, gives an overview on the mining
equipment industry, rentals market and a lot more.

Briefly give us an overview of the mining equipment industry, the latest
trends and market dynamics.
The mining equipment industry is evolving rapidly, driven by India’s
growing demand for minerals to support infrastructure, steel, energy,
and critical mineral development.
Today, mining companies are focused not just on expanding fleets,
but on maximising productivity, improving machine utilisation, reducing
the total cost of ownership, and enhancing safety. This is accelerating
the adoption of connected, fuel-efficient, and intelligent equipment,
supported by digital technologies and predictive maintenance. Going
forward, we believe growth will be driven by solutions that combine
productivity, sustainability, and lifecycle value, enabling customers to
operate more efficiently and responsibly.

Detail us on your mining equipment, types and capacities. How
is your organisation integrating advancements in digitalisation,
automation, AI, telematics and predictive technologies to enhance
productivity, safety, lifecycle value and overall machine performance
for customers?
Volvo CE offers a comprehensive portfolio of mining solutions in
India, including crawler excavators ranging from 20 to over 90
tonnes, articulated haulers, and wheel loaders, designed to meet

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