Doosan unveils Stage V 36-tonne crawler excavator
DOOSAN has introduced the new DX350LC-7 Stage V 36-tonne crawler excavator.
The machine is the first Stage V model to feature Doosan’s D-Ecopower technology, which...
Scot JCB seeks applicants for 2026 apprenticeship programme
SCOT JCB Group has launched its 2026 Apprenticeship Recruitment Programme.
This year, apprenticeship vacancies are available in Alnwick, Carlisle, Dumfries, Edinburgh, Forfar, Kelso, and Newcastle....
SANY sells first 23-tonne electric excavator in the UK
FOLLOWING its European debut in the Netherlands earlier this year, SANY has announced the sale of its first medium-sized electric excavator in the UK.
The...
RodRadar and engcon collaboration to ‘transform’ excavation safety and efficiency
ENGCON has announced a strategic global collaboration with RodRadar, developer of Live Dig Radar (LDR), a patented technology for real-time underground utility strike avoidance.
The...
JCB challenged to have hydrogen machines working on sites by next year
UK Government energy secretary Grant Shapps has challenged JCB to have its 'super-efficient' hydrogen machines working on building sites by next year.
Mr Shapps said...
Molson and Lighthouse charity to team up for mental health talks at ScotPlant 2024
MOLSON Group will be teaming up with the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity for a series of mental health talks during ScotPlant 2024.
Two daily presentations...
New compact digger combines industry ‘best practices’ in one product
VOLVO has launched its new F generation ECR58 compact excavator, with the manufacturer explaining the aim of the 6-tonne machine was to combine all...
Qualifier for Scottish Plant Operator Challenge 2024 to take place during ScotPlant
ORGANISERS have announced that the qualifier for this year's Scottish Plant Operator Challenge (SPOC) will take place during ScotPlant 2024.
The qualifier will be hosted...
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...
Sibbald Training site to host SANY dig day event
SANY UK is set to host two upcoming dig days events, with the first taking place from May 9-10 at Sibbald Training's Blackridge, West...
Volvo CE helps group achieve “best ever” quarter
VOLVO Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has posted “significant” improvements in sales, earnings and order intake, helping the Volvo Group to what was described as...
Thwaites showcases new electric dumper at bauma
THWAITES is displaying the all-new electric 3-tonne dumper at bauma 2022.
The manufacturer said the machine has been designed with contractors and hirers in mind,...
CASE unveils new wheeled excavator range
CASE has confirmed the launch of a four-model E-Series wheeled excavator range.
The machines will be built under an existing supply agreement with Hyundai Construction...
CEA adds weight to calls for ‘urgent action’ to safeguard skills amidst mass redundancies
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has joined manufacturers, unions, skills training providers and other industry bodies in signing a letter sent to the UK...
Diamond days for Liebherr at ScotPlant 2024
LIEBHERR will arrive at ScotPlant in celebratory mood as it continues to mark its 75th anniversary, bringing with it a line-up that will showcase...
Volvo calls for collaboration to accelerate adoption of zero-emission machines
VOLVO CE has been involved in discussions at London Climate Action Week 2025 regarding accelerating the shift to zero-emission construction equipment.
The manufacturer attended a...
Steelwrist appoints new UK country manager
JOE Westman has been appointed Steelwrist country manager in the UK.
He joined the tiltrotator manufacturer in 2017 and has held roles including support technician...
Demo machines help bridge project team to span new heights
‘SUBSTANTIAL’ demolition machines are being put into action at Balfour Beatty’s ongoing work to replace a section of Kincardine Bridge.
The firm is principal contractor...
Bobcat expands compact wheel loader portfolio
BOBCAT has added to its compact wheel loader portfolio with the launch of the new L95 model, adding to the L85 and L75 machines...
Hyundai A-series models receive a makeover
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) has unveiled a new look for its A-series machines.
Introduced at the manufacturer's annual dealer conference, the Stage V compliant...
SPOA to contact members over CITB levy
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) is seeking the views of its members on the future of the CITB training levy.
The CITB is currently...
Speedy and Niftylift to launch ‘world’s first’ hydrogen-powered access platform
SPEEDY Hire has teamed up with mobile elevating work platform manufacturer Niftylift on a project to develop the world’s first hydrogen-electric powered access platform.
Through...
Union “appalled” by lack of newly-qualified construction apprentices
CONSTRUCTION union UCATT has slammed the lack of newly qualified apprentices entering the construction industry.
In National Apprenticeship Week, the union claims UK construction apprenticeship completion levels have...
WM Rose appointed Wacker Neuson dealer
WM Rose & Sons has been appointed a dealer for the Wacker Neuson range of excavators, dumpers, loading shovels and compaction equipment.
The West Linton-based...
Terex Trucks rebrands as Rokbak
ARTICULATED hauler specialist Terex Trucks has announced it has rebranded as Rokbak.
The Motherwell-based manufacturer unveiled the new brand at a digital launch event attended...
New CASE 20-tonne class excavator is the ‘Essential’ option
CASE Construction Equipment has announced the addition of a second 20-tonne class crawler excavator to its E-Series line- up.
The CX210E-S is the 'Essential' alternative...
Hitachi Construction Machinery confirms plans to rebrand as LANDCROS
HITACHI Construction Machinery (HCM) has announced plans to rebrand to LANDCROS, effective from April 2027.
The manufacturer explained that the construction and mining industries are...
SPOA to commission ‘first of its kind’ white paper into challenges facing Scottish plant...
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has announced plans to commission a business school in Scotland to work with the organisation on a landmark...
Construction output tipped to grow by 30%
TOTAL construction output in the UK will grow by 30% between 2013 and 2018 according to new forecasts.
These figures are published in the latest edition of the...
New SPOA President wants to “better the intake” into Scottish plant industry
Fraser Dykes is the new President of the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA). His day job is running Dumfries-based heavy equipment contractors AMD Contract...
