Excavator out working in the field

Eagle Plant cements long-standing Takeuchi relationship with landmark machine deal

ONE of Takeuchi’s longest-standing customers has snapped up a new 3-Series 15-tonne TB3150R excavator, which was launched at Hillhead 2026. Eagle Plant - which has...

Free suicide prevention training launched for construction workers

NEW digital training aimed at increasing awareness and reducing suicide amongst sole traders and self-employed construction workers has launched ahead of World Suicide Prevention...
Liebherr LTM 1300-6.4 six-axle all-terrain crane

Forsyth of Denny purchases Scotland’s first LTM 1300-6.4 crane

FORSYTH of Denny has purchased Scotland’s first Liebherr LTM 1300-6.4 six-axle all-terrain crane. The delivery follows the arrival of the firm's first LTM 1300-6.3 in...
Mini-digger event at Glasgow's Riverside Museum

Thousands attend family construction event at Glasgow’s Riverside Museum

YOUNGSTERS had the opportunity to experience construction machinery at Glasgow’s Riverside Museum last weekend, in an event designed to inspire the next generation of...
Emmitt Plant new Kobelco excavator fleet

Sustainable procurement drive leads to ‘bumper’ Kobelco haul

EMMITT Plant has worked with Molson Equipment to upgrade the fuel efficiency of its fleet, as the firm looks to support more tier one...
Wacker Neuson machines

Wacker Neuson reports rise in revenue and profitability in first half of 2026

THE Wacker Neuson Group has reported an increased revenue of 16.9% for the first six months of 2026 when compared with the same period...
ABAX stand at ScotPlant 2026

ABAX launches AI-powered video telematics for UK fleets

ABAX, a provider of smart mobility solutions, has announced the launch of ABAX Vision AI in the UK, which integrates high-definition video evidence and...
JCB excavator outside Scot JCB's HQ with AMD livery

AMD snaps up first JCB 420X tracked excavator in Scotland

AMD Contract Services has completed a landmark deal by investing in the first JCB 420X tracked excavator in Scotland. Supplied by Scot JCB, the model...

CITB report shows workers becoming less willing to travel long distances for jobs

A new CITB report has revealed that workers are becoming less willing to travel long distances for employment, highlighting the need to develop localised workforces...
Develon excavator working in a forest

Develon diggers prove their worth on Highland forestry projects

DEVELON dealer Gordons Construction has been helping a Highland contractor to balance tough terrain with environmental care during demanding forestry tasks. Duncan Boyd, owner of DAB...
JCB Hydromax team celebrates world land speed record

Hydrogen-powered JCB Hydromax sets new world land speed record

JCB is celebrating after setting a new world land speed record with its hydrogen-powered JCB Hydromax. The car recorded the average speed 400.623 mph in...
Volvo rigid hauler working at quarry

Motherwell-built hauler marks milestone for Volvo in Germany

THE first R70 rigid hauler from Volvo Construction Equipment has entered service in Germany. Built at Volvo CE’s facility in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, the machine...