Executive Hire Show rescheduled to April

ORGANISERS of the Executive Hire Show have rescheduled next year's event from February to April 28 and 29 due the ongoing uncertainty caused by the...
Hillhead

Hillhead organisers confirm increased focus on sustainability for 2026 event

ORGANISERS of the Hillhead exhibition have announced the next event in 2026 will implement the British Standard ISO 20121:2024, which is a framework developed...

TDL to announce Mecalac partnership at ScotPlant 2018

TDL Equipment is to use this year’s ScotPlant exhibition to announce a new Scottish partnership with French site dumper and compaction roller manufacturer Mecalac. 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...

CPA hails ‘phenomenal interest’ in 2022 Stars of the Future awards programme

THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is reporting ‘phenomenal interest’ in its Stars of the Future awards programme for 2022. The organisation took the opportunity on...

LiuGong electric solutions to feature as part of ScotPlant line-up

LiuGong Machinery is teaming up with its authorised dealer in the UK, Lloyd Ltd, to showcase a broad range of machines at ScotPlant 2026...

Hire sector challenges explored at CPA conference

THE biggest challenges facing the plant hire industry were explored at the Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) annual conference last week. The organisation's eighth annual conference,...

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...

Scot JCB helps raise money for breast cancer charity at ScotPlant 2022

SCOT JCB helped to raise funds and awareness of breast cancer at this year’s ScotPlant after placing customer Tom Grant’s brand new pink excavator...

Dates set for Hillhead 2020

DATES have been confirmed for the next Hillhead Quarry Exhibition following a "record-breaking" show in 2018. Organisers of the event, the QMJ Group, said the...

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...

Fuel theft solutions to be showcased at Executive Hire Show

DATATAG will be showcasing its latest solutions designed to help tackle fuel theft at the upcoming Executive Hire Show. The organisation, through its work with...
SITECH UK & Ireland Trimble technology

SITECH to showcase latest Trimble machine control solutions at Hillhead 2024

SITECH UK & Ireland will unveil Trimble’s latest advancements in machine control and guidance technology at Hillhead 2024. New offerings will include the 10-inch Trimble...

New attachments to show their grip at ScotPlant 2024

Robustrack will be exhibiting its range of Italian hydraulic attachments including flails and mulchers, log grabs, tree shears, concrete mixing buckets, and breakers. Selector grabs,...
Red Rhino 8000 series crusher

Red Rhino set to crash into ScotPlant with powerful new crusher

RED Rhino is set to crash into ScotPlant 2026 with its compact crushing and screening equipment. The firm’s display will include the latest addition to...

ScotPlant 2020 set for expansion

ScotPlant 2020 is set to expand to meet increasing demand from exhibitors.

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...
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Reeds all about it: firm returns to ScotPlant after 20-year absence

REEDS Construction and Engineering will make a welcome return to ScotPlant this year following a 20-year absence! The firm will be showcasing its chassis-mounted SpreadTec...

Major issues to be addressed at CPA conference

THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has confirmed the dates and venue for this year's CPA conference. The one-day event will be held on Thursday October 17...
Finlay I‑130RS impact crusher

Finlay to showcase new impactors and prototypes at Hillhead 2026

FINLAY has announced that its Hillhead 2026 line-up will include prototype previews and the first public sightings of new impactors. A key focus will be...
Finning, Black Isle Show

Finning to showcase tech innovation at Black Isle Show

FINNING will provide insights into how technology can improve the productivity and efficiency of machines at this year’s Black Isle Show. The Cat dealer returns...

Scottish plant operators set gold standard at national competition

GORDON Durno from Moray has been crowned UK Plant Operator of the Year following a national competition at the CITB National Construction College in...

Hyundai to debut new mini-excavator range

HYUNDAI has confirmed it will update its mini and midi-excavator offering at bauma 2022 with the launch of a range of EU Stage V...
Bobcat T650 compact track loader

Bobcat to give UK debut to new compact track loader

BOBCAT has revealed that the first showing of the new T650 compact track loader in the UK will take place at Hillhead 2026. The Stage...

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...

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...

Getting ready for the event of 2014

AS the country's construction industry enjoys its fastest upturn in business since before the recession, bookings so far recorded for the ScotPlant 2014 exhibition...
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CMPE annual dinner

The Apprentice of the Year Shield was handed over to Declan Gunn of Hewden Plant Hire (see image, left) at the annual dinner of...

ScotPlant 2024 gets off to a Red Hot start!

SCOTPLANT 2024 got off to a sensational start at the sun-kissed Royal Highland Centre as huge crowds enjoyed standout machines, unparalleled networking opportunities, and...

Volvo pulls out of Conexpo due to Coronavirus

VOLVO has withdrawn from the Conexpo-Con/Agg trade show in Las Vegas due to concerns relating to Coronavirus. The manufacturer confirmed all business areas within the...