S Type X becomes UK dealer for Novatron Xsite machine control systems
S Type X has been appointed the UK and Ireland dealer for the Novatron Xsite range of machine control systems.
The Xsite Easy system is...
CITB ‘strengthens commitment’ to ensuring Levy system operates fairly
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced its 'strengthened position' on ‘passing on the Levy’.
The organisation said the move reflects the CITB, Levy...
Global Port Services commits to Aberdeen Energy Park with lease renewal and expansion
GLOBAL Port Services, which is part of the Global Energy Group, has struck a new deal at Aberdeen Energy Park.
As part of its commitment...
Plantforce appoints new commercial director
HEAVY plant hire and equipment specialist Plantforce has appointed Chris Matthew as the company’s new commercial director.
He joins recently appointed CEO Sam Mercer in the...
Louise Hazel elected new chair of AMPS
LOUISE Hazel, MD at IPU Group, has been elected chair of AMPS - the Association of Manufacturers and suppliers of Power generating Systems.
She succeeds...
Trade bodies call for increased full expensing allowance for short-term rented construction plant
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA), Construction Plant Hire Association (CPA), and Hire Association Europe (HAE) have jointly sent a letter to UK chancellor Rachel...
Fife sustainable fleet initiative welcomes 300th member
FIFE Council has announced that the ECO stars fleet recognition scheme has welcomed its 300th member.
The initiative supports local fleet operators to improve efficiency,...
MacGregor Industrial Supplies appointed north of Scotland Bobcat dealer
BOBCAT has appointed Inverness-based MacGregor Industrial Supplies as the company’s new authorised dealer for the Highlands and Islands, Aberdeenshire and Perthshire.
The firm provides industrial...
Devine Group marks 50 years with £1 million+ fleet investment
CIVIL engineering, groundwork, and plant hire company Devine Group has invested over £1 million in a new fleet of plant equipment to boost growth...
Hillhouse Group acquires Skene Group Construction Services
AYRSHIRE-based quarry operator Hillhouse Group has acquired Skene Group Construction Services Ltd.
The deal will see Fife-headquartered Skene Group Construction Services brought into Hillhouse Group,...
Manitou closes ‘very good’ half-year
MANITOU has reported the firm's half-year financial results, which revealed net sales for the first six months of 2024 of €1,407 million - a...
Lack of interest rate cuts hindering construction recovery
THE Construction Products Association (CPA) has published its summer forecasts, which reveal a 'slight downgrade' in the UK construction sector’s near-term growth prospects.
Output is...
Ulrich Attachments adds to sales team with double appointment
ULRICH Attachments has strengthened its sales team with two new appointments.
The company, which specialises in front-end attachments, including buckets, hydraulic quick couplers and fork...
UNIC Cranes Europe appoints new technical and sales manager
CHRIS Cartwright has been appointed European technical and sales manager for UNIC mini cranes distributor, UNIC Cranes Europe.
He will work directly with UNIC Cranes...
Liebherr to build new logistics centre to serve American market
LIEBHERR has acquired 480,000 sqm of land in Tupelo, Mississippi, to build a new logistics facility.
The business plans to invest in a new logistics...
LiuGong appoints new UK aerial work platform sales chief
GLYN Goodwin has joined the LiuGong Direct UK team as Aerial Work Platform (AWP) sales manager.
He takes on full commercial responsibility for developing LiuGong’s...
Volvo continues to drive innovation despite net sales dip
VOLVO CE is reporting a dip in net sales for Q2, driven by the downturn in the industry, while still delivering on its transformation...
Merlo expands UK construction dealer network
MERLO UK has expanded its UK construction dealer network with the appointment of Cooks Midlands Ltd.
Established in 1992, Cooks Midlands is a supplier of...
Hitachi upgrades European parts warehouse to meet growing demand
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) (HCME) has upgraded its European warehouse in Oosterhout, Netherlands in response to growing demand for high-quality spare parts.
The manufacturer revealed...
UK equipment sales start to pick up, but still below 2023 levels
SALES of construction and earthmoving equipment in the UK increased in May after falling back in April, according to new research.
Stats provided by the...
Versalift confirms restructuring exercise to enhance efficiency across Europe
TIME Manufacturing Company has announced a restructuring designed to boost its go-to-market, service and operational efficiency across Europe.
From July 3, Versalift United Kingdom Limited,...
Terex Washing Systems strengthens senior team
TEREX Washing Systems has introduced new business line director Mark Fisher at Hillhead 2024.
With the need for sustainable solutions, Mark will lead the manufacturer...
The NWH Group confirms Gavin Money as MD
WASTE management and recycling business, The NWH Group, has announced the official appointment of Gavin Money as MD.
He joined the business from Biffa in...
Merlo expands UK dealer network
YORKSHIRE-based Filtermech Plant Sales will be joining the Merlo construction dealer network from the beginning of July.
The move, announced ahead of Hillhead 2024, highlights...
Metso dealer honoured with marketing accolade
UK & Ireland Metso distributor, McHale Plant Sales, recently picked up a ‘Best in Marketing’ award at Metso's European distributors conference in Tampere, Finland.
The...
Versalift UK managing director to depart role
VERSALIFT UK has announced the departure of MD Andy Bray, who is leaving to pursue new opportunities.
Andy joined the business in 2015 and has served...
Connecticut event marks milestone for Steelwrist’s North American expansion plans
TILTROTATOR manufacturer Steelwrist has inaugurated its new North American HQ at an event in Newington, Connecticut.
The event was attended by US senator Richard Blumenthal,...
JCB breaks ground at $500 million Texas production factory
A groundbreaking ceremony has signalled the start of work on a new $500 million JCB factory in North America, which will be the largest...
Metso to invest €150 million in new technology centre
METSO has announced plans to gradually move its current operations in Hatanpää, Tampere, to a new Lokomotion technology centre to be built in Lahdesjärvi,...
Takeuchi UK appoints new MD
TAKEUCHI UK has appointed Daisuke Yanagisawa, better known as Yana, as the company's new managing director.
Yana has spent the last 12 months as assistant...
