Bobcat launches certified pre-owned scheme to give customers a ‘like new’ machine experience
BOBCAT has announced the launch of ‘Bobcat Certified’, a new certified pre-owned programme described as offering customers a 'dependable' route to procure a quality...
Construction charity gives backing to Men’s Health Week
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity is backing Men’s Health Week from June 12-19 by raising awareness of the resources they have to support construction...
CITB makes changes to plant standards to improve ‘quality and consistency’ of training
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced changes to its plant standards, aimed at standardising training and testing requirements across the sector.
The changes...
Dates confirmed for ScotPlant 2024
SCOTPLANT 2024 will take place at the Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston on Friday April 26 and Saturday April 27, 2024.
The biennial showcase for Scotland’s...
Landmark Kubota sale brings welcome boost for charity
SHELLPLANT has surpassed 5,000 Kubota mini-excavator sales - and delivered a welcome boost for charity in the process.
The Northamptonshire-based company has been partnered with...
Attachments specialist marks 40 years of innovation
ROTAR, the innovator of grabs, pulverisers and shears for the demolition, recycling and scrap metal industries, is marking its 40th anniversary at bauma.
The firm's...
Start-ups sought as Plantworx 2023 plans gather pace
ORGANISERS of Plantworx 2023 have revealed that 85% of the digging demonstration areas have already been sold.
The exhibition will be held on June 13-15...
Back to the island: preparations in full swing for Finrock22
FINNING has doubled down on its promise that Finrock22 will be ‘bigger and better’ than its inaugural year, revealing to Project Plant that a...
New Cat excavator looks to deliver on sustainable objectives
CATERPILLAR has announced that the new fixed-gauge Cat 350 digger can be equipped with large buckets up to 3.2 m3 for 'class-leading' productivity.
The manufacturer added...
Hyundai Doosan Infracore reveals new brand identity for construction equipment
HYUNDAI Doosan Infracore (HDI) has announced it is replacing the DOOSAN brand on its construction equipment and introducing its new brand named DEVELON.
The change...
Firms considering EV switch urged to act now to benefit from tax relief scheme
CONSTRUCTION businesses looking to transition to electric vehicles are being reminded they have until 31st March to take advantage of a government tax relief...
Sandvik strengthens executive management team
SANDVIK has announced that Sofia Sirvell will become Chief Digital Officer (CDO) and a member of the group executive management from the start of...
Komatsu machinery to help with earthquake relief efforts
KOMATSU is providing equipment to help Turkey and Syria following the devastating recent earthquake.
In cooperation with local distributor Marubeni Da ğıtım ve Servis A.Ş....
Liebherr reports new record turnover for 2022
THE Liebherr Group has announced a new record turnover of €12,589 million in 2022 - a rise of 8.2%.
The business revealed it achieved increased...
Manitou earns top award for electric aerial work platform innovation
MANITOU Group has won a major accolade at the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPA) for the company's electric 160 ATJ+ e rough-terrain articulated...
Latest Steelwrist innovations aim to improve site efficiency and safety
SOME new additions to Steelwrist’s product portfolio will be on display for the first time in the UK at Plantworx 2023.
The SQ50 range of...
Hyundai reveals new brand name and product launches
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment has announced it is introducing a new brand name and corporate identity.
The new 'HD Hyundai' brand is accompanied by the ‘Forward...
Rokbak continues to expand US dealer network
MOTHERWELL-headquartered hauler manufacturer Rokbak has expanded its US dealer network after agreeing a new partnership with Alpha & Omega Equipment Sales and Rental.
Texas-based Alpha...
Shetland firm invests in ‘green’ welfare units for construction sites
A Shetland engineering business has invested in 'green' welfare cabins.
Sumburgh-based Ness Engineering is reducing carbon emissions in its operations in a move that will...
Kobelco launches two new Short Radius excavators
KOBELCO is adding two new Short Radius (SR) excavators to its portfolio in the form of the SK230SRLC-7 and SK270SR(N)LC-7.
SR machines are described as...
Terex Washing Systems and Blue Southern to showcase ‘future of washing’
TEREX Washing Systems and Blue Southern are teaming up on an event where attendees can discover the ‘Future of Washing’.
Taking place on Wednesday September...
Molson completes third US acquisition
EQUIPMENT dealer Molson Group has announced an expansion of its US presence with the acquisition of Powerscreen Western.
The move grows Molson's coverage of the...
Peatland restoration programme shortlisted for two prestigious awards
AN initiative aimed at increasing the number of trained and experienced contractors working in peatland restoration has been shortlisted for two prestigious awards.
Peatland ACTION...
Pop-up event paves the way for customers to see new asphalt machines
A number of paving and hire firms from across the country joined Finning at a recent pop-up event to see the latest asphalt pavers...
Volvo and CRH agree strategic partnership to accelerate decarbonisation
VOLVO Construction Equipment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with building materials solutions specialist CRH to explore decarbonisation opportunities in construction.
As part of...
New innovation tipped to ‘transform’ plant security
DATATAG, the delivery partner of the Construction Equipment Association's (CEA) CESAR Security Scheme, has unveiled its latest innovation of a RAPID check (Registered Assets...
Sunbelt Rentals makes major Hyster forklift investment
SUNBELT Rentals has made a major investment in its accommodation business unit after working with distributor Briggs Equipment to acquire 15 Hyster H16XD6 forklifts.
The...
Manitou Group creates new roles within executive committee
MANITOU Group has created two new roles within its executive committee, with Hervé Rochet and Céline Brard being appointed chief transformation & governance officer...
Sustainable equipment innovation is key for Vp
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VP plc is leading the way in the construction industry when it comes to decarbonisation and setting the standards for a more sustainable future.
The...
Metso dealer plans ‘top team’ presence at ScotPlant 2024
METSO UK dealer McHale Plant Sales has announced it is planning a ‘top team’ presence to mark the firm’s ScotPlant debut in April.
The business...
