Approval for ‘critical’ Skye electricity transmission upgrade project
SSEN Transmission has secured approval for a ‘critical’ electricity transmission upgrade between Fort Augustus and Skye.
The Scottish Government approval relates to the plans for...
Safety on the agenda as production starts on JCB dumpers
PRODUCTION is underway of JCB's new range of site dumpers, including the Hi-Viz model that has been described as bringing new levels of safety...
There’s ‘never been a better time’ for plant owners to take on an apprentice
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has urged plant owners to consider taking on an apprentice to help secure the future of the industry.
The...
Hillhouse steps up expansion plans with opening of new asphalt production site
HILLHOUSE Group has ramped up its east of Scotland expansion plans after opening a new £5 million asphalt production facility at Soutra Mains Quarry,...
Red Knight 6 and Empire Exports agree strategic partnership in Scotland
RED Knight 6 Ltd (RK6) and Falkirk-based Empire Exports have agreed a new partnership that will see Empire Exports offer RK6 partner machines exclusively...
Dundee business opts for a Doosan double
DUNDEE-based Tayside Contracts has bought its first new Doosan wheel loader and excavator.
The DL350-5 loader and DX255LC-5 crawler excavator were purchased from Balgownie and...
Edinburgh firm finalises triple crane investment
AN Edinburgh-based crane specialist has added three new models as part of its fleet investment programme.
Bernard Hunter Mobile Cranes has taken delivery of a...
Equipment giant opens Inverness depot
CONSTRUCTION equipment rental giant Sunbelt Rentals has extended its operations in Scotland with the opening of a new depot in Inverness.
The base serves the...
Malcolm Group buys two of Scotland’s first JCB 145XR tracked excavators
THE Malcolm Group has snapped up two of the first JCB 145XR tracked excavators in Scotland.
The reduced tailswing excavator is the latest addition to...
Scotland’s construction industry to begin phased restart approach
NICOLA Sturgeon has announced that construction is to be permitted to begin its phased approach to restarting next week (May 28) as part of...
JCB plant to re-open to manufacture ventilators
JCB has announced it will re-start production at one of its UK factories to manufacture ventilators to help in the fight against Covid-19.
The manufacturer...
Hyundai unveils three new A-series excavators
HYUNDAI is launching three new EU Stage V-compliant A-Series crawler excavators in the 13-15 tonne sector.
Powered by Cummins diesel engines, the reduced tailswing HX130A...
Nixon Hire invests in new fleet of large battery storage units
NIXON Hire has announced an investment of over £1 million in a new fleet of large battery storage units through an exclusive UK hire...
Scotland’s construction sites to remain open as new lockdown measures announced
SCOTLAND’S construction sector can remain open – but the situation will remain under review – following the announcement of increased Covid-19-related restrictions across the...
Organisers hail ‘record-breaking’ Executive Hire Show 2025
ORGANISERS of Executive Hire Show have hailed another 'standout' event and confirmed a new record attendance.
The 18th edition of the show, held from February...
Astrak’s fast track to success
FROM humble beginnings eight years ago, Astrak Group has grown rapidly to become one of Europe's key suppliers of excavator undercarriage parts.
With trading companies...
Doosan unveils ‘transparent bucket’ system for wheel loaders
DOOSAN has launched what it describes as the industry’s first wheel loader ‘transparent bucket’ system.
The system allows operators to see blind spots in front...
Madness-inspired rail road vehicle becomes social media sensation
A rail road vehicle inspired by legendary band Madness has caught the attention of the famous musicians.
The ‘Mad Mess’ welfare vehicle, owned by Cambuslang-headquartered...
CDE and Brewster Brothers to host ‘virtual’ tour of Cumbernauld recycling plant
WET processing specialist CDE has announced plans to host a 'virtual' tour of Brewster Brothers’ 150tph construction and demolition waste recycling plant near Cumbernauld.
With...
GAP reports ‘record’ profits as turnover breaks £200 million barrier
GAP Group has reported 'record' profits and a turnover in excess of £200 million in the company's most recent financial figures.
The firm achieved a...
Crushing and screening specialist outlines ‘serious concerns’ over new steel tariffs
CRUSHING and screening equipment manufacturer Red Rhino Crushers has shared 'serious concerns' over the potential impact of new steel tariffs.
Laura Winfield, director at Red...
Exhibitors hail ‘fantastic’ ScotPlant Day One
SCOTPLANT 2022 got off to a tremendous start as visitors basked in warm sunshine and a plethora of world-class machines were showcased in this...
Nominations sought for expanded SPOA Apprenticeship Awards
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has announced that nominations are now open for the SPOA Apprenticeship Awards 2026/27.
The awards are being expanded to...
CESAR milestone for Doosan mini
A Doosan mini-excavator has become the 250,000th CESAR marked machine in the UK.
The CESAR Scheme is owned by the Construction Equipment Association (CEA) and...
Major milestone for JCB backhoe loader
JCB is celebrating the firm's 750,000th backhoe loader rolling off the production line.
The milestone machine was produced at the manufacturer's factory in Rocester, Staffordshire...
Ex-Hewden CEO joins Finning
FORMER Hewden CEO Kevin Parkes has joined Finning as director of its Equipment Solutions Division.
Kevin re-joins the firm after spending four years at Hewden. In his new role,...
Bobcat unveils new range of rotary telehandlers
BOBCAT has launched a new range of rotary telehandlers.
The range includes nine Stage V-powered models for the European market, covering lifting heights from 18...
Hydrogen workshop explores barriers and opportunities for hydrogen-powered machinery
THE CEA (Construction Equipment Association), supported by JCB, has hosted a hydrogen workshop bringing together OEMs, regulators, and hydrogen specialists to explore the barriers...
New report highlights safe digging milestone for construction sector
A new report has revealed safe digging searches exceeded four million for the first time last year.
According to Digging Up Britain 2026, an annual...
Hyundai backs new Scots dealer to boost its presence north of the border
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment has tipped its new Scottish dealer to offer customers the "very highest levels" of service.
Agritrac Exports succeeded Young Plant Sales as...
