Plant Equipment and Hire September 2018 | Page 9

WORLD NEWS National Construction Equipment Convention (NCEC) is Australia’s first industry-owned multidisciplinary, multi-event platform for the civil construction and infrastructure sector being held between 15 and 17 November 2018 at Sydney Showground. With the theme ‘Think Globally, Act Locally’, this three-day event will give you the opportunity to interact face-to-face with industry leaders. NCEC will form a vibrant industry hub, working with major associations to create an event for the industry, by the industry, to conquer common challenges and drive the sector forward together. With a focus on infrastructure and cutting-edge technology, this is the time to get involved in this fast-paced industry. The Traffic Management Association of Australia (TMAA), WorldSkills, and the Australian Pavement Recycling and Stabilisation Association (AustStab) have announced their partnership with the NCEC. Brendan Woods, president of the TMAA which is the peak body for the traffic management industry in Australia, says they are proud to be affiliated with the NCEC. “Our industry is crucial to both these industries and we welcome the opportunity to share in this showcase and experience the latest innovation and creative technologies available to all our industries.” Champion Oz construction equipment expo gears up The exhibition will showcase more than 100 exhibitors including major players in the construction and civils sectors. Graham Hennessy, CEO of AustStab, said, “AustStab sees this convention as a great opportunity for industry collaboration as well as getting exposure to latest developments in equipment and technology that are directly related to our industry.” What to expect The exhibition will showcase more than 100 exhibitors including major brands such as Caterpillar, Toyota Material Handling Australia, Clark Equipment (Bobcat & Doosan), Atlas Heavy Engineering, and Komatsu, among others. It will also feature the latest in heavy equipment, a tech zone comprising Worksite of the Future, Jobs of the Future, and Infrastructure of the Future, as well as an outdoor demonstration pit where attendees can interact with new equipment. To register and for more information, visit: https://ncecaustralia.com.au.