Hewden appoints new sales and marketing director
PATRICK Jelly has been named Group sales and marketing director at Hewden.
The former Pitney Bowes manager has already taken up the newly created role...
Scotland sees huge rise in Q1 construction equipment sales
SALES of construction equipment in Scotland rose by more than 23% in the first three months of this year compared to the same period...
Economic uncertainty could favour ‘hire rather than buy’ plant decisions
THE uncertain economic outlook has been tipped to favour the UK construction equipment rental market.
AMA Research said that, in 2021, there was a 'healthy...
Terex MP acquires smart robotic recycling specialist
TEREX Materials Processing (MP) has bought the assets of ZenRobotics Ltd, a company that designs and creates robots that pick, sort, and recycle waste...
JCB sounds note of caution despite record year
JCB has reported record turnover, sales and earnings for 2018 - but sounded a note of caution.
The manufacturer revealed sales turnover for the year...
Sandvik strengthens executive management team
SANDVIK has announced that Sofia Sirvell will become Chief Digital Officer (CDO) and a member of the group executive management from the start of...
Manitou expects annual revenue growth of around 20% this year
MANITOU Group has recorded revenues of €656 million for the third quarter of 2023 - an increase of 14% compared with the same period...
Merlo expands construction dealer network
MERLO has expanded its construction dealer network with the appointment of Dunrave Plant Services.
Located four miles from the M4 corridor in the valley of...
Telehandler investment aims to deliver safety and productivity gains
NATIONWIDE Platforms is adding a number of new Manitou telehandlers to its fleet.
The investment introduces four different models to the company's offering - the...
Manufacturer confirms forklifts and portable power transition to Bobcat brand
DOOSAN Bobcat, a company within Doosan Group and a compact equipment manufacturer, has announced its global branding strategy to create business and growth opportunities.
Doosan...
Balfour Beatty ‘likely’ to vote against CITB Consensus
BALFOUR Beatty is ‘likely’ to vote against the continuation of the CITB.
The firm’s chief executive Leo Quinn said the training body has failed to...
Mecalac adds to distributor network with new railroad equipment dealer
MECALAC has announced the appointment of a new national dealer for the manufacturer's range of railroad equipment.
Alfreton-headquartered EP Industries will be responsible for retailing...
Kirkcaldy firm on the right track
ASTRAK UK Ltd, based in Kirkcaldy and part of the Astrak group, one of Europe's fastest growing undercarriage suppliers, has been appointed the UK...
Berco invests in new R&D facility
BERCO, a specialist in the manufacturing of undercarriages and components for heavy machinery OEMs and the aftermarket, has announced the opening of its new...
CRJ Services reports ‘record’ financial results following strong growth
RECYCLING and waste management machinery company CRJ Services has announced 'record' financial results, with earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) reaching £5.7...
Open day visitors see ‘enhanced’ Portakabin capacity in Scotland
SITE accommodation specialist Portakabin has hailed the success of a recent open day at its latest depot on Westburn Farm Road in Cambuslang.
The team...
Doosan Bobcat aims to capitalise on India’s growing compact market
DOOSAN Bobcat has set its sights on the Indian compact construction machinery sector after opening a new backhoe loader plant in the country.
The manufacturer's...
Major new dealerships boost streamlined Highland business
THE past 12 months have seen a whole raft of changes at Inverness-based Highland Hammer Hire (HHH).
The firm was appointed by tiltrotator manufacturer Rototilt...
New CEO of Doosan Infracore Europe appointed
DOOSAN Infracore Europe (DIEU) has appointed Chris (Kwanhee) Jeong as the company’s new CEO.
He succeeds Charlie Park, who has returned to work for Doosan...
Sector confidence “steady” but builders want stability
SCOTTISH builders have called for “greater certainty” as new figures reveal confidence in the sector has remained steady at PLUS 2 for a third...
Construction forecast tool tipped to support industry investment and jobs
A new online tool has been launched, designed to give the Scottish construction industry greater clarity of future public sector projects.
The Construction Pipeline Forecast Tool...
Cat Q2 results reflect ‘continued healthy demand’
EQUIPMENT giant Caterpillar has announced Q2 2023 sales and revenues of $17.3 billion - a 22% increase compared with $14.2 billion during the same...
New guide offers advice on managing cash flow
A free guide to help small businesses manage cash flow during the Covid-19 crisis has been published by the Chartered Institute of Credit Management...
Eagle eyes up new Edinburgh base
GLASGOW-headquartered Eagle Plant Hire has opened a new satellite depot in Edinburgh.
The firm, which boasts a fleet ranging from small power tools and concrete...
Manitou invests in new mechanical welding workshop
MANITOU Group has announced the extension of its production site dedicated to rough-terrain aerial work platforms in Candé, France.
One year after the inauguration...
Rockwheel owner completes Hartl Crusher acquisition
GERMAN rotary cutter specialist Rokla has announced it is expanding into the crusher and screening bucket sector with the acquisition of Hartl Engineering &...
SANY looks to boost aftermarket experience with dedicated Coatbridge parts warehouse
SANY has announced that the opening of a new dedicated parts warehouse in Coatbridge will 'transform' parts availability for its UK operation.
The move represents...
Red Knight 6 and Empire Exports agree strategic partnership in Scotland
RED Knight 6 Ltd (RK6) and Falkirk-based Empire Exports have agreed a new partnership that will see Empire Exports offer RK6 partner machines exclusively...
SANY appoints new north of Scotland sales manager
BECKY Daley has been appointed regional sales manager for SANY, covering the north of Scotland.
Becky, who has over 15 years’ experience in construction industry...
£78m boost for Scottish construction projects
THE Scottish construction industry is to receive £78 million as part of the Scottish Government's £230 million Return to Work package, with the aim...
