Sep 10, 2025
Recent changes in tunnel boring machines have changed how tunnels are built for mining and civil engineering. Companies use AI-driven systems to make tunneling more exact and to stop work less often. The Asia-Pacific area is growing fastest in these projects. China and India help this growth as cities get bigger around the world.
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Dec 2024
Caterpillar Inc. started using an AI-driven TBM system to make tunneling more exact and finish faster.
Oct 2023
Siemens made an AI-powered system for predictive maintenance, which cuts downtime by 20%.
Jan 2025
ITA said high TBM costs stop smaller contractors in new markets.
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Asia-Pacific grows fastest for TBMs because of more cities and new infrastructure.
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China and India help TBM market...
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