CPA makes key government recommendations in spending review submission
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has set out what it believes is required to drive economic growth, in its submission to HM Treasury as...
Liebherr extends luffing jib crane range
LIEBHERR has announced an expansion of its latest generation of luffing jib cranes to the 600-metre tonne segment.
The new 620 HC-L 18/36 has been...
Tsurumi Pumps UK ramps up sustainability focus with new carbon reduction scheme
TSURUMI Pumps UK is expanding its green credentials with the launch of a further initiative to reduce carbon and provide shelter and habitat for...
Ground investigation work supports Orkney renewable energy ambitions
GROUND engineering and site investigation company Central Alliance has returned to the Orkney Islands to complete a further project to help the islands’ council...
Good Evans: contractor seals mammoth 56-machine Kobelco deal
A groundworks and civils contractor has concluded a massive deal to purchase 56 Kobelco excavators, supplied by UK dealer Molson Group.
M&J Evans' decision to...
Scottish construction workloads fall flat, but outlook is more optimistic
NEW research has revealed construction workloads in Scotland fell 'broadly flat' through the final quarter of 2024, however surveyors are more optimistic about the...
Borders business snaps up DualDrive backhoe
A Borders-based civil engineering and groundworks contractor has bought one of the first JCB DualDrive backhoe loaders in Scotland.
B&K Hume Groundworks purchased the machine...
Research reveals grounds for ‘cautious optimism’ in construction materials markets
THE construction sector's demand for heavyside materials increased in the final months of 2024, according to new data from the Mineral Products Association (MPA).
From...
Caterpillar looks to the future at bauma 2025
CATERPILLAR has announced plans to showcase a range of products at bauma 2025 under the theme of 'The Next 100 Years'.
The manufacturer's exhibit will...
CEA collaborates with globalbridge to address sector skills shortages
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) is teaming up with with globalbridge, a platform designed to level the playing field for young people and redefine...
Finning launches 2025 apprentice recruitment drive
FINNING has started its search for 2025 apprentices, with plans to grow the number of new recruits over the next two years.
The Cat dealer...
GAP expands pumps and generator fleet in the north of Scotland
GAP Hire Solutions has announced it has made a major investment in pumps and generators to enhance service capabilities across the north of Scotland.
Located...