Deal Flow | Oct. 12–18, 2026

This week's equipment transactions in the Middle East include 20 Linde explosion-proof forklifts for Iraq's oil industry, a 1,600-tonne SANY crawler crane delivered in Oman, five Cat generators provided in Basra, and new machinery deliveries in Qatar and the UAE. Here are five major deals reported by Plant & Equipment.

Market Trend: This week's agreements emphasize the need for specialized industrial equipment, notably heavy lifting, material handling, and power generation. Iraq has two transactions supporting industrial activities, while Oman's 1,600-tonne crane purchase indicates an investment in high-capacity lifting capabilities. The stated activity indicates a preference for specialized equipment and operating capabilities over large-scale vehicle fleet development.

Weekly Deals at a Glance

Country	Equipment	Quantity
Iraq	Linde explosion-proof forklifts	20
Oman	SANY crawler crane	1
Iraq	Cat C15 generators	5
Qatar	SDLG construction machines	4
UAE	CHL forklifts	2

 

This Week’s Deals

Iraq’s Ministry of Oil Orders 20 Linde Explosion-Proof Forklifts
 

Iraq’s Ministry of Oil has secured 20 Linde H50/600D diesel forklifts, each with a five-tonne lifting capacity, for operations in the country’s oil and gas sector. The German-manufactured machines are undergoing specialised modifications by Italy’s Miretti to meet ATEX safety standards for hazardous environments. The transaction also includes spare parts, with the forklifts being prepared for deployment at Iraqi oil and gas facilities. Read More

 

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Sinan Heavy Lift Takes Delivery of 1,600-Tonne SANY Crawler Crane in Oman
 

Oman-based Sinan Heavy Lift has taken delivery of a 1,600-tonne SANY SCC19000TM crawler crane, described by the supplier as the country's largest-capacity crane. The machine offers a maximum lifting moment of 19,000 tonne-metres and a main boom extending up to 132 metres. The acquisition strengthens Sinan Heavy Lift's capabilities for major industrial lifting operations across Oman's oil and gas, petrochemical, energy and infrastructure sectors.Read More

 

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Iratrac Delivers Five Cat C15 Generators in Basra
 

Iratrac, Caterpillar's authorised distributor in Iraq, delivered five Cat C15 diesel generator sets to a customer in Basra, providing a combined rated capacity of 2,500 kVA. Each unit delivers 500 kVA and is designed for industrial applications requiring reliable onsite or backup power. The transaction highlights equipment demand in southern Iraq, where industrial facilities and energy operations rely on dependable power generation systems. Read More  

 

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Alfardan Equipment Delivers Four SDLG Machines in Qatar
 

Alfardan Equipment and Mobility delivered four SDLG construction machines to a customer in Qatar, comprising two SR800H skid-steer loaders and two G9220F motor graders. The loaders support material handling and general construction work, while the graders are suited to road construction, earthmoving and surface levelling. The delivery expands the customer's fleet with machinery designed for construction and infrastructure applications. Read More

 

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United Diesel Delivers Two 18-Tonne CHL Forklifts in Dubai
 

United Diesel delivered two CHL forklifts, each with an 18-tonne lifting capacity, in Dubai. The machines provide heavy-duty material handling capability for operations requiring the movement of large and heavy loads. The transaction adds to CHL's presence in the UAE industrial equipment market through United Diesel's distribution operations. Read More