There's more positive business news this week, with one of the world's largest manufacturers reporting a significant growth in orders and revenue. KION saw a 20% revenue hike in 2011 as the global market bounced back. Meanwhile, on the other side of the globe, heavy handling equipment maker Manitex International is also buoyed by growth, and its main challenge is meeting demand. Of course, "one swallow does not a summer make", and it may be too early to officially celebrate a turnaround, but we are seeing more positive stories than negative ones, so it's clear we're headed in the right direction.