Bobcat looks to ‘think bigger’ with unveiling of two new concept machines

BOBCAT has launched two new concept machines at CONEXPO 2023. Following the 2022 release of the Bobcat T7X, hailed as the world’s first all-electric compact...

New mini spider cranes launched at bauma

UNIC Cranes Europe is launching the eight-tonne tonne UNIC URW-806-3 mini spider crane at bauma 2025 this week. The model builds on the legacy of the...

ScotPlant 2022 countdown: new Doosan models set for debut

CASTLE Douglas-based James Gordon Ltd (Gordons) has revealed plans to show several new Doosan products for the first time at ScotPlant 2022. The firm’s line-up...

Powerscreen to share results of collaborative efforts at Hillhead 2022

CRUSHING and screening specialist Powerscreen has announced its Hillhead 2022 line-up will feature a display of machines and technologies 'in touch with tomorrow'. The static...
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Xwatch to unveil safety system for electronically controlled machines

XWATCH Safety Solutions will launch its EVC (Electronic Valve Control) system at PlantWorx 2025 next week. Designed to work exclusively with the new Mk2 platform,...
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Next generation welding machines will be a bright spark at ScotPlant 2026

FRONIUS UK will be carrying out live demonstrations of its Fronius Fortis next generation MIG/MAG welding machines throughout ScotPlant 2026. The Fronius Fortis 270 XT...

ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Engcon to celebrate ‘versatility’ of products

ENGCON, which has exhibited at ScotPlants previously through dealers, will have its own stand at this year’s event. Nathan McRae, area sales manager for Scotland...
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SANY on a roll with new innovations at bauma 2025

SANY has announced plans to showcase more than 35 machines, including several new product launches, at bauma 2025 in Munich next month. Under the theme...
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Finning engineer heads for America to compete in global final of Caterpillar technician challenge

FIELD service engineer Tom March is set to fly the flag for Finning UK & Ireland in America next month after securing one of...

Green is more than just a colour to Merlo

MERLO UK will be gracing ScotPlant 2024 with a range of the manufacturer’s latest innovations. The line-up will include the Roto 50.35 S-Plus telehandler. The...
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King Trailers are in for the long haul

KING Trailers will be exhibiting a selection of its heavy-duty transport solutions at ScotPlant 2026, highlighting key products across its portfolio for the specialist...

NFDC convention hailed a major success

Over 200 people attended the National Federation of Demolition Contractors' annual convention last week. Held at the Slieve Donard Resort & Spa in Co. Down, Northern Ireland...

Hydraulic pile croppers set to generate attention at ScotPlant 2024

CONTINUING growth, the opening of a dedicated Scottish office, expansion internationally, and the increasing use of its pile croppers on major infrastructure and housing...
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Cat dealer to make welcome ScotPlant return as new avenue starts to take shape

PREPARATIONS for ScotPlant 2020 are heating up, with several new and returning exhibitors joining established names in signing up for the most important event...

Exhibitor space filling up fast for Plantworx 2017

PLANTWORX 2017 is over three quarters sold out, with nine months still to go. The biennial construction machinery and equipment show returns to Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground, Leicestershire,...
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Nixon Hire to demonstrate working sustainable site at PlantWorx 2025

NIXON Hire has unveiled plans to showcase a fully operational live sustainable site setup at PlantWorx 2025 later this month. As part of the Site...

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...

‘Shear’ quality: Sandhurst back after ten-year gap

ATTACHMENT hire firm Sandhurst is making a welcome return to ScotPlant after a decade-long absence. "It's our first one in so long, it (feels) like...

Plantworx 2022 won’t ‘take place as planned’ following Hillhead rescheduling

PLANTWORX 2022 won't take place in June next year as previously planned following the news that Hillhead has been postponed to June 2022. The Construction...
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CPA gearing up for new industry event

THE Construction Plant-hire Association has announced that tables for its new Gala Dinner - being held at the St George’s Hall in Liverpool on...
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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...

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...

SANY to host UK telehandler roadshows

SANY has announced a series of telehandler roadshows designed to introduce its new range to the UK market. The events will run throughout February and...

CASE confirms return of European Roadshows

CASE has announced the return of its European Roadshow this summer, which provides customers with hands-on experience of the company's latest technologies and digital...

Stage is set for final of Caterpillar’s Global Operator Challenge 2023

NINE finalists will battle it out in Caterpillar’s Global Operator Challenge 2023 in Las Vegas. After two rounds of putting heavy machinery and technology skills...

Next Ritchie Bros. plant equipment auction in the UK on July 14

From time to time all construction companies dispose plant machinery or trucks they no longer need. In order to be successful at selling, they...

ESG to take centre stage at CPA Conference 2022

THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has announced this year's CPA Conference will be hosted as a live, physical event at the Heart of England...
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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...

SANY to unveil new products for the European market at bauma

SANY has announced plans to present its entire machine portfolio currently available in Europe at bauma 2022, with some of the models set to...

Develon set for UK exhibition debut at Plantworx 2023

DEVELON, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment, will be exhibiting for the first time in the UK at Plantworx 2023. The manufacturer said several of...