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Tag: IHS Global Insight
Business
Construction critical to growth of unconventional energy market
Construction is a key player throughout the “unconventional” oil and gas supply chain, according to a just-released study by the Energy Equipment Infrastructure Alliance, and conducted by IHS Global Insight. The industry is one of five critical economic sectors when it comes to the unconventional energy market, defined as oil and gas extracted by horizontal […]
October 1, 2014
Construction Equipment
ARA prjects 8.2-percent increase in equipment rental industry in 2012
The American Rental Association (ARA) expects North American equipment rental industry revenue to increase by 8.2 percent in 2012 to reach $34 billion by the end of the year. This growth is fueled by a strong revenue growth projection of 9 percent in the construction and industrial segment to $22.7 billion and 8 percent in […]
August 21, 2012
Roadbuilding
New, Used, Rental
As most contractors enter their fourth year of uncertain work, equipment choices become more critical. Some key factors to consider as you determine your 2012 equipment strategies:
February 27, 2012
Roadbuilding
Rental has stellar 2011, sees 7 percent growth this year
The American Rental Association expects overall North American rental industry revenues to increase “at least” 7 percent in 2012 to total $33.5 billion, based on figures compiled by IHS Global Insight. This number reflects the total forecasted for ARA’s three segments — construction and industrial, general tool rental and party and event — in the […]
February 8, 2012
Construction Equipment
Rental has stellar 2011, sees 7 percent growth this year
The American Rental Association expects overall North American rental industry revenues to increase “at least” 7 percent in 2012 to total $33.5 billion, based on figures compiled by IHS Global Insight. This number reflects the total forecasted for ARA’s three segments — construction and industrial, general tool rental and party and event — in the […]
February 7, 2012
Business
New Used Rental
Decisions, decisions As most contractors enter their fourth year of uncertain work, equipment choices become more critical. Some key factors to consider as you determine your 2012 equipment strategies: Why Buy New? Aging, slowing fleets best remedied by buying new, efficient equipment The 30-metric-ton excavator you place your top operator into this season will be […]
January 9, 2012
Construction Equipment
Volvo Rents expands throughout Florida
Volvo Rents has acquired Casco Rents, a three location equipment rental company based in Florida, with stores in Tampa, Port St. Lucie and Pompano Beach. Volvo Rents now operates four rental centers in Florida. The other store is located in Orlando. Volvo Rents’ continued expansion throughout Florida comes on the heels of a new forecast by […]
August 19, 2011
Roadbuilding
Volvo Rents acquires Casco Rents
Volvo Rents has acquired Casco Rents, a three location equipment rental company based in Florida, with stores in Tampa, Port St. Lucie and Pompano Beach. The acquisition comes at a time when Volvo Rents is embarking on a new course, where it will not only operate a franchise network of rental stores, but also manage […]
August 11, 2011
Roadbuilding
Reporter
By Equipment World Staff CONEXPO-CON/AGG adds to show lineup Start your planning early with an online database showcasing the latest technology and equipment updates you’ll see in Las Vegas. The database, which can be accessed by visiting www.conexpoconagg.com and clicking on the new products and technologies link, is searchable by industry, equipment manufacturer and sustainability […]
December 30, 2010
Business
Outlook report: Equipment rentals showing recovery
Economic forecasting firm IHS Global Insight reports in data prepared for the American Rental Association (ARA) and Rental Management magazine reports that the equipment rental industry is starting to show signs of recovery from the national recession. “The Outlook report indicates that, the worst may be over for the equipment rental industry,” says Christine Wehrman, CEO […]
July 13, 2010
Roadbuilding
RoadWorks: Down but not out
Just as a rising tide is said to have the power to lift all boats, the Great Recession apparently leaves no-one behind. Equipment distributors have taken a pounding. Computer passwords, stormwater regulations, traffic congestion, increased highway funding and bauma 2010 are also featured.
June 1, 2010
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