High-spec plant goes under the hammer after construction firm enters administration
BPI Asset Advisory has been instructed by the administrators to manage the sale of plant, machinery, and commercial vehicles previously operated by Connolly Broadley...
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...
HOCHTIEF takes delivery of new fleet to support North Lanarkshire Council
HOCHTIEF PPP Solutions has taken delivery of nine new 18-tonne unibody vehicles from Econ as part of its fleet renewal to support the delivery...
Finning presents Flannery with rare Centennial Grey machines
FINNING has presented Flannery Plant Hire with two rare Centennial Grey models as part of a deal to supply £70 million worth of Cat...
SITECH launches machine tracking system to streamline access to data
SITECH has announced the launch of a real-time machine tracking system from partner Propeller, which is designed to streamline access to data across multiple...
GAP appoints chief technology officer to advance digital capability
GARETH McGuinness has been appointed chief technology officer (CTO) at GAP Hire Solutions.
GAP said Gareth has extensive experience in shaping and delivering digital strategies, driving...
Family-run equipment specialist expands ADT fleet in milestone year
STEVENS Equipment Rental (SER) has snapped up 11 new Liebherr TA 230 Litronic articulated dump trucks (ADTs).
The delivery is the third major fleet enhancement...
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...
CPA unveils new simulator housed in bespoke trailer
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has invested in a new plant simulator housed in a bespoke branded trailer.
Purchased from Tenstar Simulation, it will allow...
New multi-purpose vehicles unveiled for West Dunbartonshire winter operations
FIVE new multi-purpose vehicles are set to embark on patrols in West Dunbartonshire during their first winter in operation.
The gritters, which can be adapted...
Executive Hire Show organisers hail ‘fantastic momentum’ for 2026 event
ORGANISERS of the Executive Hire Show 2026 have revealed that over 90% of the floor space is already sold.
A host of first-time exhibitors are...
JCB unveils full-sized digger in collector’s packaging
CROWDS are flocking to see a special 80th birthday installation at JCB’s lakeside HQ in Staffordshire – a full-sized digger presented as if it were...
Scottish construction workers offered free suicide prevention workshops
CONSTRUCTION workers across Scotland can now register to attend new suicide prevention workshops developed by Barratt and David Wilson Homes North Scotland in partnership...
New report warns Britain’s construction and infrastructure pipeline is ‘starting to crack’
A new report has warned that Britain’s £530 billion construction and infrastructure pipeline is 'starting to crack', with skills shortages, falling investment, and delivery delays...
CEA welcomes Off-Highway Research MD to its board
Off-Highway Research MD Chris Sleight has joined the board of the CEA (Construction Equipment Association).
Described as one of the leading authorities on global construction...
Whyte Cargo expands crane fleet with new Liebherr LTM 1230-5.1
WHYTE Cargo has strengthened its crane fleet with the addition of a new Liebherr LTM 1230-5.1.
The unit will support the company’s operations in Montrose...
Three contractors in the frame for fifth section of the A9 Dualling Programme
THREE contractors have been shortlisted for construction of the fifth section of the A9 Dualling Programme from Pitlochry to Killiecrankie.
Balfour Beatty, Kier Transportation, and...
Awards shine a light on efforts to tackle equipment theft
POLICE officers and industry professionals dedicated to tackling machinery and equipment theft were recognised at this year’s CITS CESAR Awards.
Held at JCB World Headquarters in...
Inaugural CPA Gala Dinner honours industry specialists
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has hailed the success of its first ever Gala Dinner hosted at St George’s Hall in Liverpool.
Attended by almost...
Finning competition offers tickets to Malaga as part of Cat centenary celebrations
AS part of its ‘Win Big' with Finning competition to celebrate 100 years of Caterpillar, the firm is offering customers the chance to win...
CRJ: Expert Third-Party Servicing for Recycling and Waste Processing Machinery
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In the competitive recycling and waste processing industry, machinery downtime can severely impact productivity and profitability. As the official UK...
CASE Construction Equipment appoints new head of sales for Europe
CASE Construction Equipment has appointed Francesca Asteggiano as the new head of sales for construction brands Europe at CNH.
Francesca brings over 17 years' experience...
Speedy Hire introduces ‘industry first’ Green Claims Policy
SPEEDY Hire has launched what it is calling an 'industry first' Green Claims Policy, reinforcing its commitment to responsible marketing and sustainability leadership.
As a...
EvoQuip begins milestone anniversary celebrations with Dubai event
COMPACT crushing, screening, and shredding equipment manufacturer EvoQuip recently celebrated its 10-year anniversary with an event in Dubai that brought together its global distribution network.
Over...
CEA calls for growth and investment to be key themes in Autumn Budget
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has called for growth and investment to be at the heart of the upcoming Autumn Budget.
The organisation was responding...
Speedy Hire recognised for providing ‘earn and learn’ opportunities
SPEEDY Hire has achieved Gold accredited membership as part of The 5% Club’s 2025–26 Employer Audit Scheme, in recognition of the company’s commitment to...
Finning launches ‘matchmaker’ tool to help firms find compact machines
FINNING UK & Ireland has launched a new online tool designed to simplify the process of finding a compact machine for specific projects, terrains,...
Red Rhino hails enthusiasm for new Electric Trommel
RED Rhino Crushers has hailed the response to the launch of its new Electric Trommel at PlantWorx 2025.
The fully electric screening unit is designed...
Construction group seals 32-machine Kobelco haul in £4.5m deal
M O’Brien Group has taken delivery of £4.5 million worth of new Kobelco machines from supplier Molson Equipment.
The 32 units have been purchased as...
Family business puts safety first with Xwatch investment
RIDGWAY Rentals has invested in Xwatch Safety Solutions to boost the safety and flexibility of its national hire fleet.
The family-run business has fitted two...
