Europe’s construction equipment market looks to be in recovery mode. It’s not charging ahead at full speed, but it’s moving steadily forward. Manufacturers are easing off the throttle and watching conditions closely. That cautious tone is the backbone of this week’s The Weekly Iron video, and it’s why this outlook matters for fleet managers and operators everywhere.
The new episode above quickly breaks down Europe’s 2026 equipment outlook following Industry Day, which is connected with Intermat in Paris. For this episode, Miles Cooksy takes over anchor duties for Jessica Klein. The video doesn’t try to summarize Europe’s entire market. It highlights patterns that feel familiar on this side of the Atlantic. Sales appear to be stabilizing after a rough stretch. Rental remains a dominant force and continues to shape technology adoption. Electric and alternative propulsion strategies are slowing into something more pragmatic. Labor shortages remain unresolved. Sustainability rules are starting to affect financing, not just equipment specs.
We also have a full article (right here!) that expands on seven specific insights from Intermat’s Industry Day. Watch the video first. Then read the story with sharper context.
About the Author
Keith Gribbins
Keith Gribbins is the head of content at Construction Equipment, where he leads editorial strategy across print, digital, video, and social channels. An award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of experience, Keith has won 17 national and regional editorial awards and is known for his hands-on reporting style, regularly visiting manufacturers, operating equipment, and covering major industry events worldwide.