ScotPlant 2022 countdown: SANY set for double digger launch

SANY is set to mark a spectacular first year in Scotland with a massive presence at ScotPlant and the launch of two brand new...

Future technologies to be showcased at new event

THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has teamed up with The Supply Chain Sustainability School to deliver a new future technology event called Futureworx. The CEA,...

JCB’s largest X Series crawler excavator to make Scottish debut at ScotPlant

THE new JCB 370X – the largest model in the X Series range of tracked excavators – will be shown for the first time...

Big names out in force for Hillhead 2018

THE biggest names in the UK plant industry will shortly be making tracks for Tarmac’s quarry near Buxton when Hillhead 2018 gets underway. The exhibition,...

Executive Hire Show becomes latest trade show cancelled by Covid

THE next edition of the annual Executive Hire Show has been postponed until February 2022 due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. This year’s event had...

New Falcon set to swoop on Hillhead 2022

EVOQUIP has announced plans to display a new Falcon 820 screen at Hillhead 2022. The manufacturer has confirmed it will also be running live working...

Mecalac demos set gold standard at Plantworx 2019

MECALAC won the 'best live demonstration' accolade at this year’s Plantworx exhibition. The firm's 11MWR, 6MDX, TLB990 and 6MCR machines were put through their paces...

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...

Sunward to debut new models at Plantworx 2023

CONSTRUCTION equipment manufacturer Sunward has announced the firm will make its Plantworx debut this year. The 500m2 stand will host the launch of several new...

April date confirmed for Hire Awards of Excellence 2023

THE Hire Association Europe Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) annual Hire Awards of Excellence will take place on Saturday April 22 at Grosvenor House,...

23-tonne Volvo EC230 Electric excavator set for UK public debut

SMT will use Hillhead 2024 to launch the new 23-tonne Volvo EC230 Electric excavator to the UK market. The model is Volvo CE’s first fully...

Show your teeth: Rockforce to debut new-sized product

LINLITHGOW-based wear parts supplier Rockforce Construction Equipment is to debut the new Black Cat RVJ hammerless tooth system at ScotPlant 2018. Rockforce is the exclusive...
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...

An intriguing haul

THE SMT GB and Volvo Trucks North & Scotland ScotPlant stand will feature a full line-up of the latest Volvo Construction Equipment machines, along...

Sun-sational! ScotPlant 2026 gets off to a fabulous start

SCOTPLANT 2026 got off to a fabulous start as industry leaders unveiled the latest equipment innovations to large crowds at a sun-kissed Royal Highland...

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...

Flying high: Plantworx 2019 to feature Drone Zone

ORGANISERS of Plantworx 2019 have revealed that this year's exhibition will feature its first ever 'Fly Zone' where visitors can experience drones. Drones are becoming...
Solar-powered construction site lighting

Prolectric looks to light up exhibition with solar-powered innovation

OFF-grid renewable power and lighting specialist Prolectric has announced plans to launch a new innovation in site lighting at the upcoming Executive Hire Show...

Blue Group on par with new sponsorship deal

BLUE Group has signed a three-year deal to sponsor the Highland Golf Links annual Pro-Am event. Held at three of Scotland's top courses - Castle Stuart Golf...
MECALAC Revo990

Mecalac unveils backhoe loader with rotating cab

THE Mecalac Group is set to unveil its 'groundbreaking' Revo990 backhoe loader, described as the world's first backhoe equipped with a rotating cab. The rotating cab...

Merlo to go digital at Hillhead virtual event

MERLO UK has revealed details of its line-up for Hillhead Digital, set to be held at the end of March. The firm said virtual visitors...

Paint the town red

DYNAPAC will be exhibiting at ScotPlant for the first time under their new owners, the Fayat Group. The business confirmed it will be showing off...
Rototilt stand at bauma 2025

Rototilt hails ‘overwhelming response’ at bauma 2025

TILTROTATOR manufacturer Rototilt has hailed the 'strong interest' its booth has attracted this week at bauma 2025, with attendees keen to explore how technology can...

Hillhead postponed by further 12 months

ORGANISERS of Hillhead have postponed the event by a year due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation. The construction equipment event, which was due to be...

Full steam ahead for ScotPlant 2022

WITH pandemic-related restrictions continuing to ease, it’s full steam ahead for ScotPlant 2022, which is shaping up to be the largest exhibition in the...

Big names in the frame for Hire Awards of Excellence 2020

THE finalists have been revealed for the 2020 Hire Awards of Excellence, with the winners set to be announced at a ceremony in London’s Grosvenor House...

Bell hails ‘hugely satisfying’ Paris event

BELL Equipment is "hugely satisfied" with their performance at Intermat 2015. So says Gary Bell, CEO of the global ADT specialist. “Visitor attendance didn’t reach that of...

JCB to introduce smallest ever Loadall at upcoming exhibition

JCB is set so showcase its smallest ever Loadall telehandler at the Executive Hire Show. The 514-40 has a cab height of just 1.8m and...

Rise of the cranes at ScotPlant 2024

THREE major crane specialists have joined the ScotPlant 2024 line-up in recent weeks. Sarens UK and Global Crane Services will both be exhibiting at the...

A-Plant crowned 2015 Hire Company of the Year

A-Plant has been crowned ‘Hire Company of the Year’ for the second time in only three years at the prestigious Hire Association Europe (HAE)...