MT Swamy From Kennametal India shares insights on Next-Gen, Sustainable & Competitive Construction Equipment
We are well positioned to capitalize on the growth opportunities in the infrastructure segment, backed by innovative solutions engineered for the most demanding construction and mining applications.
MT Swamy, Director – Sales
What growth opportunities do you see in the growing construction equipment market of India?
India’s construction equipment market is on a strong growth trajectory, driven by the government’s ambitious infrastructure investments and supportive policies. The Government of India has unveiled bold plans under the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), committing over $1 trillion in investments over the next decade, with a major focus on the construction sector. This translates into accelerated development of roads, metro rail networks, ports, and other critical infrastructure, fueling demand for advanced construction solutions.With this sustained momentum, the infrastructure segment is poised for significant expansion over the next 10 years. Kennametal, as a trusted leader in construction and earth-cutting tools, is well-positioned to capitalize on this growth and deliver innovative solutions to meet the industry’s evolving needs.
What measures is the company taking towards energy efficiency, recycling, and waste utilization?
Our commitment to sustainability spans multiple dimensions, from carbide recycling and reduction in raw material usage to minimization of our carbon footprint. We focus on energy efficiency by leveraging renewable energy sources across our industrial operations.In addition, we embed best practices throughout our manufacturing processes, including responsible sourcing and delivering solutions that help clients operate more efficiently and sustainably. This holistic approach ensures sustainability remains at the core of everything we do, reinforcing our responsibility to both our customers and the environment.
The construction equipment industry can play a pivotal role by adopting similar practices—leveraging renewable energy, investing in recycling technologies, and embracing circular economy principles.
What initiatives has your company taken to promote inclusivity, diversity, and skill development within your workforce?
We advance gender diversity and equal opportunity through targeted hiring initiatives and leadership development programs. We invest in continuous learning, offering comprehensive technical training, product immersion programs, and upskilling and cross-skilling opportunities for our employees, while also extending capability-building support to our dealer network. Through strategic partnerships and community outreach, we further promote education and vocational training, to help cultivate a more future-ready and resilient ecosystem.What products will be displayed by Kennametal at EXCON 2025?
Kennametal is set to showcase an extensive portfolio of tools and solutions designed for some of the most demanding applications in construction and mining. Our offerings span foundation drilling, road rehabilitation, trenching, surface mining, and advanced wear protection technologies.For foundation drilling, we will present a comprehensive range of conical tools, weldable teeth, quick-change systems, holders, sleeves, and installation tools, engineered to perform in challenging geological conditions.
In road rehabilitation, Kennametal will feature its industry-leading Road King® picks and blocks, along with the Next-Gen Road King® Series, delivering superior durability and efficiency.
For surface mining, customers can expect to see our robust step-shank conicals and dedicated miner blocks, while our trenching and micro-trenching solutions include high-performance conicals, holders, and heavy-duty blocks for precision and reliability.
We will also highlight KenCast™ wear-protection technology, designed to extend tool life in extreme environments. Plus, visitors will get to experience new interactive digital application for earth-cutting tools at the live experience center. This intuitive platform empowers users to input their specific cutting conditions and instantly receive tailored product recommendations, ensuring the perfect fit for their unique requirements.
Published on:
02 December 2025
Published in: NBM&CW DECEMBER 2025
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