Drainage contractor makes landmark JCB mini purchase
A drainage contractor has bought the first of the new JCB 2.5-tonne mini-excavator models to reach Northern Ireland.
Crumlin-based Philip Wilson Land Drainage has taken...
Case unveils new material handling crawler excavator
THERE'S a new addition to the Case D Series range of crawler excavators - the CX290D, which the firm says has been specifically designed for...
Caterpillar to celebrate a century of innovation
CATERPILLAR has kicked off its Centennial World Tour - which will visit facilities around the world - to mark the firm's 100th anniversary.
The company...
“Endemic” cash flow issue prompts stark warning for construction sector
A restructuring specialist has warned that further failures are likely in the Scottish construction sector due to a cash flow “crisis”.
Derek Forsyth, head of...
Heriot-Watt University looks to advance autonomous vehicles
RESEARCHERS at Heriot-Watt University are using advanced machine learning to better model human driving behaviour to improve simulators for autonomous vehicle testing.
The academics, from...
Every machine is ‘big and pretty bespoke’
SKENE Group’s long-standing relationship with Finlay Scotland has resulted in the purchase of four new machines in an order worth £2 million.
A J-1480 jaw...
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...
Raising the Barr
SOFT drinks giant AG Barr has commissioned nine new tractor units from Mercedes-Benz dealer, Western Commercial, in a bid to “future proof” its transport.
The...
Star Platforms’ growth plans gather pace with depot expansion
POWERED access specialist Star Platforms is doubling the size of its north west operational depot.
The expansion forms part of the firm's growth strategy and...
Lighting project win brightens up Volvo Motherwell
VOLVO Motherwell has won the UK-wide Industrial and Transport Lighting Project of the Year at the Lux Awards, held recently in London.
The winning project...
Forsyth of Denny snaps up its heaviest telescopic crane
FORSYTH of Denny has welcomed a new Liebherr LTM 1650-8.1 crane to its fleet.
The unit - part of a six-machine order - arrived at...
AB2000 digs deeper
AB2000 has extended their long-running relationship with Bell Equipment by purchasing a further twelve Bell 30-ton Articulated Dump Trucks.
The move follows on from AB2000’s...
CASE looks to make an Impact with cab-free loader concept
CASE Construction Equipment is presenting Impact at bauma 2025, a new machine concept said to mark a 'significant step forward' in construction technology for the...
A-Plant staff get on their bikes to boost safety
FOUR A-Plant employees have taken part in an event to improve understanding of the potential problems construction can create for vulnerable road users in...
CASE designs skid steer inspired by Metallica frontman
THE CASE Construction Equipment stand at bauma 2025 is hosting a SV340B skid steer loader, which draws inspiration from none other than rock band...
Demand for safer machines drives Hi-Viz dumper investment
A-PLANT has revealed that a growing demand for safer and more efficient machines is behind firm's new investment in a fleet of JCB Hi-Viz...
JCB unveils wall of honour for family VE Day commemoration
JCB has paid tribute to the relatives of employees whose family members served their country in the war as the nation marks the 80th...
“Fast and flexible” payment solutions help JCB Finance scoop award
JCB Finance has won the Captive Finance Provider accolade at the Leasing Life Chief Executives’ Lending Forum and Awards 2018.
The JCB Finance team had to demonstrate...
Quarry purchase marks Red letter day for historic business
PRIVATELY-owned group Wm Hamilton & Sons is gearing up for further growth after diversifying the company’s offering.
The business, which can trace its roots back...
Streamlined CITB seeks new head office as part of reform plans
THE CITB has announced it is on the lookout for a new head office in Peterborough following calls from the construction sector for radical reform...
Electric loader helps recycling facility meet sustainability goals
ENVIRONMENTAL solutions provider SUEZ has introduced a Volvo L25 Electric compact wheel loader at the firm's Bodmin materials recycling facility in Cornwall.
Integrating electric plant...
Silver lining for Scots firms at safety awards
TWO Scottish-based plant firms have received Silver Awards by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) for their commitment to health and safety.
Motherwell manufacturer...
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment and HD Hyundai Infracore set to merge
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment and HD Hyundai Infracore are set to merge from the start of 2026.
The HD Construction Equipment unified business, which is...
Glasgow team assists with D6T rebuild
Engineers at Finning’s Glasgow workshop worked with waste management firm Enovert to fully rebuild its Cat D6T, providing a ‘second life’ for the machine.
Customised crawlers excel on demanding excavation tasks
TWO specially adapted Liebherr excavators have been proving their worth for Bethell, a UK-based excavation and shaft sinking specialist.
The business recently expanded its fleet...
Manitou takes majority stake in Midlands dealer
THE Manitou group has acquired a majority stake in its Midlands dealer Mawsley Machinery.
Mawsley, based near Northampton, was founded in 1981 and currently has 27...
Historic Campbeltown firm makes landmark tracked excavator purchase
ONE of the first new JCB 370X tracked excavators in Scotland has been snapped up by long-standing Campbeltown-based civil engineering specialist McFadyens Contractors.
The model...
GAP launches dedicated trenching and shoring division
GAP Hire Solutions has announced the launch of a new trenching and shoring division.
Trenching and shoring had previously been a sub-division within the company’s...
Finning outdoor cinema set to put PlantWorx visitors in the picture
FINNING has announced plans to celebrate Caterpillar's centenary year at PlantWorx 2025 next week with an offering that includes an outdoor cinema showcasing the...
Hyundai appoints new European MD
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) has appointed Sungwoo Lee as its new managing director.
He has been with the Hyundai group for over 20 years...
