X marks the spot: latest JCB models set for ScotPlant showing

JCB has confirmed the newly launched X Series 20-tonne tracked excavators are heading to ScotPlant 2018. Scot JCB will show two of the new 220X...
JCB excavator

JCB confirmed as headline sponsor of Operator Challenge at Plantworx 2025

ORGANISERS of Plantworx 2025 have announced the return of the Operator Challenge this year, with JCB confirmed as the headline sponsor. JCB will supply all...

Back in the groove: Marubeni-Komatsu return with stellar line-up

MARUBENI-Komatsu made a welcome return to ScotPlant two years ago following a 14-year absence - and the manufacturing giant is back again this time...
Miller UK attachments

Miller to showcase ‘bundles’ of attachments at PlantWorx 2025

MILLER UK is gearing up to showcase its latest coupler and bucket innovations at PlantWorx 2025. The attachments specialist revealed it will be building on...

Altrad Belle wins first Paul Bidwell Memorial Award

ALTRAD Belle picked up the inaugural Paul Bidwell Memorial Award at this year's Plantworx exhibition. The award recognises the contribution made to the plant industry...

Growing firm looks to clean up with solar PV battery storage system

LIFOS is set to launch a new solar PV battery storage system designed to help the hire and construction industries transition to a low-carbon...
Caterpillar Global Operator Challenge

Caterpillar launches third Global Operator Challenge

OPERATORS around the world are being invited to put their skills to the test by competing in Caterpillar's third Global Operator Challenge. Thousands of machine...

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...
JCB electric micro-excavator

JCB to showcase electric micro-excavator at Plantworx 2025

JCB has announced plans to return to Plantworx this year with a 'bumper' line-up of machines, including the new 8008E CTS electric micro-excavator. The 8008E CTS...

Finning experts set for Scottish Skipper Expo

MARINE experts from Finning UK & Ireland are heading to the Scottish Skipper Expo to provide an insight into its latest marine solutions and...
In 2012, Shrewsbury's Gareth Thomas lifted the Young European Truck Driver trophy to secure his place at that year's European final.

Young drivers gearing up for success

SCANIA’S Young European Truck Driver competition is returning for a sixth time in 2014. Aimed at promoting the highest standards of driving and...
Plantworx

You wouldn’t buy a £250k digger online!

Simon Frere-Cook, PlantWorx director of operations, explains why trade shows still matter in an era where you can buy almost anything online FRESH from the...
Hitachi Bauma

Hitachi to debut new innovations at bauma 2025

HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has announced that several developments will make their global debut at bauma 2025 in April. More than 30 machines ranging from...

Final preparations underway for ScotPlant 2022

FINAL preparations are taking place for ScotPlant 2022, the biggest and most spectacular event of the year for the Scottish construction equipment sector. The latest...

Doosan to unveil new 4×4 ADT at bauma

DOOSAN will launch its new 4x4 articulated dump truck (ADT) at bauma 2022. The manufacturer said the model can climb up bigger inclinations than equivalent...
Executive Hire Show

Executive Hire Show 2025 on track for another sold-out event

PREPARATIONS are underway for the Executive Hire Show (EHS) 2025, following a 'Kick-Off' meeting at the Coventry Building Society Arena where 30 exhibitors joined...

Industry gears up for biggest ever ScotPlant

SCOTPLANT 2024 is shaping up to be the biggest event in the show’s 25+ year history, with more than 200 exhibitors set to make...

HRN gearing up for ‘sensational’ event

THE HRN and Agritrac stand at ScotPlant 2024 will be the place to find the latest product innovations from major manufacturers Kubota and Hyundai. On...

Molson to sponsor qualifier of Scottish Plant Operator Challenge at ScotPlant

AHEAD of ScotPlant 2024 this weekend, the organisers of the Scottish Plant Operator Challenge 2024 have announced that Molson Young Plant Sales is sponsoring...
M515 trommel

MDS to demonstrate trommel and scalping grid innovation at Hillhead 2026

SCREENING equipment specialist MDS is returning to Hillhead this year with a live working demonstration of its M515 trommel and a static display of...
Construction plant simulator

Immersive plant simulator to give ScotPlant attendees a taste of operating realities

TRAINING specialist NPORS will be bringing an immersive plant simulator to ScotPlant 2026, designed to offer an accessible and fun introduction to plant machinery...
Safety footwear

Safety footwear range set for ScotPlant launch

BRANDED workwear, PPE and safety equipment specialist Suresafe Protection Ltd will be launching the firm’s K2 Greek safety footwear range at ScotPlant 2026. The company’s display...
CASE Impact concept

CASE looks to make an Impact with cab-free loader concept

CASE Construction Equipment is presenting Impact at bauma 2025, a new machine concept said to mark a 'significant step forward' in construction technology for the...

Capja and Badger Marketing announce strategic hire software partnership at ScotPlant

CAPJA and Badger Marketing have formally announced a strategic partnership at ScotPlant 2026, marking a coordinated move into the UK construction plant and hire...
Liebherr's LPO 100 portable battery solution

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...

ScotPlant 2024 in pictures – Part Four

PART Four of our look back at ScotPlant 2024 features a wide range of equipment and innovations, from excavators and cranes through to trucks...

SPOA summer events bring a welcome return to ‘normality’

THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has hailed the success of two recent standout events. The inaugural President’s summer barbecue, held at the Glasshouse Hotel...

Doosan to focus on innovation theme at bauma 2022

DOOSAN has unveiled its plans for bauma 2022, vowing to deliver a stand centred around the theme of 'Powered by Innovation'. The manufacturer will showcase...

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...

Online Finning event promises to be ‘one-of-its-kind’

A 'one-of-its-kind' immersive event is to be held in the virtual space for plant operators, construction professionals and heavy equipment enthusiasts later this month. FINROCK21,...