SER supplies over 20 machines to RJ McLeod for UK’s largest dry dock expansion
MORE than 20 machines from Stevens Equipment Rental are helping RJ McLeod carry out work on the UK's largest dry dock expansion at Kishorn...
Volvo begins customer testing of first EC500 Electric pre-build excvator
VOLVO Construction Equipment has commenced customer testing of the first ever EC500 Electric pre-build machine in Norway.
Equipped with both battery and grid-connected capability, including...
SANY to sponsor 360 Excavator Challenge at UK Plant Expo 2027
SANY UK & Ireland has joined the exhibitor line-up at UK Plant Expo 2027 and will sponsor the 360 Excavator Challenge.
The manufacturer has confirmed...
Eagle Plant cements long-standing Takeuchi relationship with landmark machine deal
ONE of Takeuchi’s longest-standing customers has snapped up a new 3-Series 15-tonne TB3150R excavator, which was launched at Hillhead 2026.
Eagle Plant - which has...
Sustainable procurement drive leads to ‘bumper’ Kobelco haul
EMMITT Plant has worked with Molson Equipment to upgrade the fuel efficiency of its fleet, as the firm looks to support more tier one...
AMD snaps up first JCB 420X tracked excavator in Scotland
AMD Contract Services has completed a landmark deal by investing in the first JCB 420X tracked excavator in Scotland.
Supplied by Scot JCB, the model...
Takeuchi offers flexibility with double 15-tonne excavator launch
TAKEUCHI UK is now offering two distinct models in the 15-tonne excavator weight class.
The TB3150 is described as offering 'unique' offset boom functionality, while...
Hitachi compact model is out to make a big impression
HITACHI has unveiled the ZX95US-7 SLF – the latest ultra-compact special application excavator.
The smallest model in the manufacturer's super long front excavator range boasts...
Hyundai unveils new 22-tonne crawler excavator
HYUNDAI is introducing the HX210L excavator to its Next Generation line-up.
The 22-tonne machine has been designed to complement the HX230 and tailored to appeal...
Hyundai to showcase Next Generation excavators at Hillhead 2026
HYUNDAI has vowed to unveil a new crawler excavator designed specifically to meet the needs of the UK’s plant hire and rental industry at...
Expanding quarry group invests in 90-tonne Hitachi excavator
HERITAGE Quarry Group (North) has invested in a new 90-tonne Hitachi excavator to support the firm's growth plans.
The supplier of natural British stone products...
JCB to debut largest X Series machine to date
JCB has announced plans to debut the new 520X crawler excavator at Hillhead 2026.
The 50-tonne class model is the largest and most powerful X...
Collins Demolition snaps up UK’s first Volvo EC500HR
SMT GB has supplied Collins Demolition with the first Volvo EC500HR high-reach excavator in the UK.
The model - a replacement for an EC380HR -...
Distinctive digger set to raise vital funds for children’s charity
LEICESTERSHIRE-based plant hire and construction support provider True Group has unveiled a specially wrapped Komatsu eight-tonne excavator to help raise funds and awareness for...
JCB approves renewable fuel option for X Series tracked excavators
JCB has approved a 100% renewable biodiesel fuel for use in a range of its X Series tracked excavators.
The manufacturer revealed it is set...
Develon looks to raise site safety with intelligent technologies
DEVELON has announced that its Series 9 smart crawler excavators will now be equipped with advanced intelligent safety technologies designed to reduce accidents and...
Hyundai unveils new 30-tonne crawler excavator
HYUNDAI is expanding its Next Generation crawler excavator range with a new 30-tonne offering.
The HX300L, like the larger HX360L and HX400L models, is powered...
Hitachi launches 13-tonne electric excavator
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has added to its electric portfolio with the launch of the new ZX135-7EB 13-tonne excavator.
The manufacturer explained that the model...
Robert Purvis Plant Hire invests in 45 new SANY excavators
SANY UK & Ireland has announced a significant new partnership with Robert Purvis Plant Hire.
The Lochgelly-headquartered firm has invested in 45 new SANY excavators,...
Cat compatibility aims to make engcon tiltrotators ‘more accessible’ for customers
ENGCON has announced the compatibility of its DC3 control system with Caterpillar Next Gen (NG) wheeled excavators.
Starting in February, in addition to the crawler...
Liebherr confirms new developments for G8 crawler excavators
LIEBHERR has announced a number of new settings and assistance systems for its generation 8 crawler excavators.
The developments are designed to better meet market...
Dundee demolition contractor snaps up new JCB 370X
DUNDEE-based demolition and dismantling specialist Safedem has snapped up a new JCB 370X tracked excavator for use in complex projects across the country.
Supplied by...
Komatsu and engcon collaboration marks ‘significant step’ toward smarter excavation solutions
ENGCON has announced it is strengthening its collaboration with Komatsu, focusing on simplifying installation and reducing overall costs for end users of the Komatsu...
First Hitachi EX2000-7 ultra-large excavator arrives in Europe
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has announced the arrival of Europe’s first EX2000-7 ultra-large excavator.
The 200-tonne machine was delivered to a customer in France following assembly...
Develon expands electric excavator portfolio
DEVELON is expanding its portfolio of electric excavators to help customers transition from diesel to zero-emission machines.
The manufacturer said the expansion recognises the 'urgency...
Volvo chooses Eskilstuna as location for new crawler excavator assembly plant
VOLVO Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has selected Eskilstuna in Sweden as the location for its new crawler excavator assembly factory, designed to serve the...
Kobelco strikes the right balance on remote tasks on Scotland’s west coast
ANDERSON Construction, a contractor based on the west coast of Scotland with over a decade of experience in civil engineering and groundworks, has upgraded...
‘Reaching’ far afield with specialist plant
IN an industry where success depends on precise execution and reliable equipment, WM Plant Hire prides itself on being a trusted partner in marine...
Develon’s Series 9 diggers now fully compatible with Trimble Earthworks 3D systems
DEVELON has announced that its next-generation Series 9 range of crawler excavators are now fully compatible with Trimble Earthworks 3D systems.
This allows operators to...
SANY concludes sale of firm’s first 80-tonne excavator in the UK
SANY UK has confirmed the sale and delivery of the manufacturer's first 80-tonne excavator in the UK.
The SY750H has been supplied to the Heritage...
