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Fayat Group CEO talks hydrogen, electrification & the future of construction

May 19, 2025

Global Product Launch: In an exclusive at bauma, Fayat Group CEO Jean-Claude Fayat shares his insights on the rise of electric and hydrogen-powered equipment, the push for digitalization and safety, and the challenges facing the global construction market. From warm mix asphalt to China's growing tech edge — here’s what’s shaping the future. 

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