“Brilliant” debut prompts HHH to increase stand

HIGHLAND Hammer Hire (HHH) has snapped up an extended stand at this year's ScotPlant, with the firm planning to put on a live demonstration...

Hyundai confirms expanded stand at bauma 2022

HYUNDAI Construction Equipment (HCE) will display 23 machines at bauma 2022, with a stand described as 30% larger than in previous years. Taking centre stage...
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Ainscough to showcase Liebherr portable battery innovation at ScotPlant 2026

THE Ainscough Crane Hire stand will be the place to find Liebherr's LPO 100 portable battery solution and hybrid LTC 1050-3.1 E and MK...

New truck is a shot in the Arm for firm

VOLUMETRIC mixing machine specialist Armcon will be launching the new AM4 weight-compliant truck at ScotPlant, which they said maximises the benefits of new legislation. The...

Plantworx event is sold out

ORGANISERS have revealed that Plantworx, the UK's largest 'working' construction equipment show, has sold out. All stands have been snapped up and the second show is...

Komatsu exhibits Proterra-powered electric hydraulic excavator for first time

KOMATSU is exhibiting a 20t class electric hydraulic excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery system from Proterra for the first time at bauma 2022. Since...

Merlo turns London green to mark 30 years in the UK

MERLO UK has celebrated its 30th anniversary at an event in central London. Greeting those arriving at the Renaissance St Pancras Hotel was a Merlo...

CMPE Glasgow branch marks 55 years

THE Glasgow branch of the Contractors Mechanical Plant Engineers (CMPE) held its 55th anniversary dinner in Glasgow's plush Crowne Plaza last week. The gentlemen's evening...

‘Field to finish’ solutions to be demonstrated by tech specialist at Hillhead 2022

TRIMBLE technology partner SITECH UK and Ireland is bringing a simulator to Hillhead 2022 to give visitors the chance to experience the Trimble Earthworks...

Develon to showcase machine hat-trick at concrete event

DEVELON has announced plans to showcase three excavators at World of Concrete in Las Vegas in January. The DX42-7 mini-excavator, DX225LC-7X crawler excavator and DX140W-7...

Liebherr celebrates five decades in Scotland

LONG-standing ScotPlant exhibitor Liebherr is celebrating 50 years in Scotland this year. The manufacturing giant returns to Ingliston with a line-up that includes an L550...

Future plant stars honoured in record-breaking competition

WINNERS of the tenth Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) Stars of the Future Awards have been announced. Judges described the competition this year as the 'most...

Merlo ramps up Generation Zero ambitions with new models

MERLO has been presenting seven new machines and four new attachments at this year's bauma exhibition. The manufacturer said several of these innovations continue the...

Martin Smith crowned winner of Scottish Plant Operator Challenge

MARTIN Smith has been crowned the winner of the Scottish Plant Operator Challenge 2024. The 38-year-old, who works for Strathdee Properties in Craigellachie, Moray, fought...

ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Rokbak set to enjoy home comforts

MOTHERWELL-based manufacturer Rokbak is gearing up for ScotPlant 2022 with plans to showcase its RA30 and RA40 articulated haulers on home turf. The firm will join its UK dealer...
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Visibility paramount with wheel loaders

THE Doosan stand at Conexpo will provide the launchpad for the very latest excavators, wheel loaders and articulated dump trucks from the company. ...
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Solutions for sites of the future to take centre stage for Liebherr at bauma

LIEBHERR has revealed plans to showcase over 70 exhibits and a variety of technologies and solutions under the theme of 'Hands on the Future'...

Scotland’s plant sector set to put on spectacular showcase at ScotPlant 2024

THE wait is almost over. The stage is set for ScotPlant 2024, as more than 200 exhibitors prepare to put on a spectacular showcase...

Safety, efficiency and sustainability recognised at Plantworx awards

THE latest solutions to hit the construction equipment marketplace were honoured at the recent Plantworx Innovation Awards 2023. The awards featured seven main categories, each...

JCB searches for UK’s top excavator operator

JCB is searching for the UK’s best tracked excavator operator - with the chance to win an all-expenses paid trip to Las Vegas up...

Attachments line-up is anything but run of the Mill

SCOTPLANT regular Miller UK will be back in the company’s usual spot at the April exhibition after revealing plans to showcase the GT Series,...

Dates confirmed for Executive Hire Show 2023

ORGANISERS of the Executive Hire Show have confirmed the event will return on the 8th and 9th of February 2023 at the Coventry Building...
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Rethinking Futures challenge attracts strong interest ahead of PlantWorx 2025

OVER 200 students aged 12-18 are expected to take part in Rethinking Futures at PlantWorx 2025 in September. The project is designed to connect secondary...
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Red Rhino to put jaw crusher through its paces at Hillhead 2026

RED Rhino Crushers has revealed it will be running live demonstrations of its RR 8000 jaw crusher throughout Hillhead 2026. Built for demanding, high-volume applications, the...

Diamond days for Liebherr at ScotPlant 2024

LIEBHERR will arrive at ScotPlant in celebratory mood as it continues to mark its 75th anniversary, bringing with it a line-up that will showcase...

Metso dealer plans ‘top team’ presence at ScotPlant 2024

METSO UK dealer McHale Plant Sales has announced it is planning a ‘top team’ presence to mark the firm’s ScotPlant debut in April. The business...

CDE to shine a light on waste recycling solutions at bauma

CDE has announced it will highlight the role of its technology in supporting the circular economy at bauma 2022. The wet processing solutions specialist will...

Sustainability takes centre stage for CDE

WET processing solutions specialist CDE has revealed that zero waste will be top of the agenda for the business at the upcoming Hillhead exhibition. CDE...
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Snorkel EMEA to showcase ScotPlant exclusive rough terrain scissor lift and trailer deal

AERIAL work platform manufacturer Snorkel EMEA will present a trade show exclusive package deal at ScotPlant 2026 including the ultra-compact S2755RT Scissor lift and trailer...

LiuGong to highlight BEV and automation capabilities

CHINESE equipment manufacturer LiuGong has announced plans to demonstrate its leadership in sustainable solutions at bauma 2025 by challenging industry perceptions around Battery Electric...