The year 2016 dawned with a sense of guarded anticipation, setting the stage for a revival. In this scenario, some achievers proved to be a cut above the rest, moving forward persistently, propelling their company and the industry to new highs. Calling them ‘Newsmakers’, in the December 2016 edition, CW identifies 30-odd personalities who made headlines this past year, retraces their journey and connects with some of them to gauge the way forward. This edition also features a Curtain Raiser for the upcoming BAUMA CONEXPO INDIA 2016, exploring construction equipment in use, what buyers are looking for, and what leading equipment manufacturers are offering at the expo. Also significant is the feature on Tunnelling Equipment in India. Read on for exclusive interactions with G Jagadadeesh, Commissioner, Mysuru City Corporation; Peter Huyghebaert, Consul General, Belgium; and Khushru Jijina, Managing Director, Piramal Fund Management. Also prominent is the special report listing the expansion and modernisation of airports proposed in the next five years; highlight on issues with the Dharavi redevelopment project; and more...Further, the exclusive CW Property Today section focuses on how IT parks in India spell bright prospects for realtors and investors. It also features Godrej One’s office premises which has garnered LEED Platinum under the Commercial Interiors segment. Read on for exclusive interviews with Vineet Goyal, Joint Managing Director, Kohinoor Group; and Iqbal Jumabhoy, Joint Promoter, Raffles Residency.