Finning goes mobile with new parts website
FINNING customers can now access the company’s new parts website on a mobile device. The UK & Ireland Caterpillar dealer’s website www.finning.co.uk/parts also enables its...
Latest innovations give Magni huge lift
MAGNI unveiled its latest telehandler innovations at bauma 2025, including the new mid-range TH 3,5.7 and TH 3,5.9 models, capable of lifting up to...
Hodge Plant’s new northern sales manager makes “flying start”
GRAHAM Stuart has been appointed northern Scotland sales manager for Hodge Plant, operating out of the firm's site in Nairn.
Graham, who has worked in machinery...
Metso hails impact of Services Certification training programme
METSO has hailed the success of its Services Certification training initiative, which is designed to refine the skills and expertise of field services and...
Eco-friendly product lights up landmark Aberdeen project
A new lighting tower is helping to brighten up the construction site of the new multi-million pound Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC).
Taylor Construction...
Construction Equipment Association welcomes UK’s new industrial strategy
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has welcomed the UK Government's new 10-year industrial strategy, highlighting the importance of energy reform, investment in skills, and...
Mecalac rolls out flexible finance offering
Mecalac Construction Equipment UK has confirmed that flexible finance packages are now available for selected models of site dumpers, compaction rollers and backhoe loaders.
Yeoman Bank vessel retiring after over three decades in Glensanda fleet
HOLCIM UK has announced it is retiring its ship, the Yeoman Bank, following over 30 years of service in delivering aggregates to infrastructure and...
Organisers hail surge in demand for Hillhead 2020
ORGANISERS of Hillhead 2020 have revealed demand for space at next summer’s event is at a 'record high'.
New exhibitors at the extended showground will...
Holeside Training helps to shore up operator skillsets
SCOTTISH Water, Burnside Plant, and several local authorities are among the organisations to have benefited from Holeside Training’s first-of-its-kind IOSH-approved Safe Use of Shoring...
Factory expansion project gathers pace
ROTOTILT has announced its plant extension project is entering Phase 2, with the finished shell now being filled.
The manufacturer confirmed in December last year...
Komatsu adds to electric portfolio with new mini-excavator
KOMATSU has expanded its electric product range with the new PC20E-6 mini-excavator.
The manufacturer described the model as 'ideal' for both traditional job sites and noise-sensitive...
New Hyundai wheel loader scoops top innovation award
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) is celebrating after winning the Samoter Technical Innovation Award in the ‘Medium Wheel Loaders’ category for its new HL960A...
Leica Geosystems launches training programme and adds to dealer network
LEICA Geosystems is launching a new three-tiered training programme for installation engineers and technicians.
The programme rollout, which began this month with its first Level...
New arrivals put to work on Scottish housebuilding projects
A 22-tonne EC220E and a 25-tonne EC250E are the latest additions to the plant fleet of Stonehaven civil engineering specialist W M Donald.
The firm...
Pirtek ramps up mental health focus in ‘hard hat’ industries
HYDRAULICS specialist Pirtek UK & Ireland has launched a national awareness day to tackle mental health stigma in hard hat industries.
Under the Hard Hat...
JCB halts production until March 30
JCB has announced plans to halt production at its UK manufacturing plants due to the coronavirus situation.
The firm said disruption from the pandemic has...
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...
Charity to launch online wellbeing workshops
A series of free online workshops for those in the construction industry are to be held, following a 25% increase in calls to the...
CRJ Services launches NPORS operator training for waste, recycling and forestry machinery
CRJ Services has announced it is now offering NPORS-accredited operator training and CSCS card pathways, designed specifically for operators working in waste processing, recycling,...
Mates in Mind launches free mental health workshops
MATES in Mind is offering free mental health workshops for those most at risk during the Covid-19 pandemic, with the support of Tideway, the...
Earthworks contractor gives Volvo haulers a second life on major projects
CONTRACTOR Blackwell Earthmoving has expanded its fleet with 20 approved used Volvo A60H articulated haulers, supplied by SMT GB.
The machines will support work on projects...
New distributorship helps drive Astrak forward
ASTRAK has become an authorised distributor of Eaton final drives.
The undercarriage and wear part specialist said a typical final drive of the kind found...
Hitachi Construction Machinery UK becomes NPORS approved training provider
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK has announced its accreditation as an NPORS approved training provider and accredited training centre.
The move has been hailed as marking...
Engcon grows Australian presence as tiltrotator awareness increases
ENGCON has revealed it is establishing a sales office in Australia to support growing demand for tiltrotators and quick hitches 'down under'.
The new facility...
JCB to showcase hydrogen-powered generator at Executive Hire Show
JCB will showcase a cross-section of hydrogen, electric, and clean diesel compact equipment at the upcoming Executive Hire Show.
The line-up will be led by...
Finning completes switch to 100% renewables
FINNING has announced it has made the switch to 100% renewable electricity across all its UK and Irish operations.
The Caterpillar dealer revealed the commitment...
SPOA to appoint dedicated skills and training officer
THE sold-out Scottish Plant Owners Association's (SPOA) 74th annual dinner was another resounding success.
A record 500 guests put on their finest clothes and packed...
£4 million JCB deal continues 25-year tradition
Lafarge Tarmac has bought 60 new JCB 2CX Streetmaster backhoe loaders in a deal worth £4 million.
The order marks a 25-year partnership between Lafarge...
Portable power innovation wins top European product accolade
PORTABLE power specialist Instagrid is celebrating after winning the Product of the Year category at the 2026 European Rental Awards (ERA).
The firm triumphed for...
