‘Revolutionary’ mini spider crane pops up in the market
UNIC Cranes Europe has launched the new UM325 pop-up mini spider crane, designed to 'redefine efficiency and flexibility' in specialised lifting operations.
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Ulrich Attachments adds to sales team with double appointment
ULRICH Attachments has strengthened its sales team with two new appointments.
The company, which specialises in front-end attachments, including buckets, hydraulic quick couplers and fork...
Quvo looks to push the boundaries of tech innovation
Quvo Ltd is the exclusive partner for OwlEye LiDAR technologies in the waste, recycling and aggregates industries in the UK and Ireland. The tech...
New Bobcat fleet put to work on renewable energy and drainage projects
PSR Turnkey Solutions has purchased new Bobcat mini-excavators and a new Bobcat compact track loader for use on the company’s renewable energy and drainage...
New Develon wheel loader for waste handling work shown for first time
DEVELON is presenting for the first time a new design of wheel loader aimed at the waste handling industry at this week's Resource &...
Deadline looms for second intake of Scottish crane operator apprenticeship
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) is urging employers in the lifting sector to sign up apprentices for the second intake of the Scottish...
Hitachi Construction Machinery UK celebrates 20 years at HQ
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK is marking 20 years since moving to its current Hebburn HQ.
The business relocated from Bridgewater in 2004 as HM Plant,...
UK’s first CASE CX85E earns holiday site post after ScotPlant showcase
THE first CASE CX85E midi-excavator in the UK has been snapped up by Harbour Lights Campsite, after the site's owner Jason Attwood sat in...
Scottish contractor earns recognition for use of sustainable plant
ROBERTSON Group has announced it has become one of the first companies in the UK to receive Platinum status from the Supply Chain Sustainability...
McBreen Environmental ramps up sustainable waste management with latest investment
MCBREEN Environmental has invested in CDE technology to enhance its eco-friendly operations.
Since 2006, the business, which is part of the McBreen Group, has provided...
Construction sector helps boost Scottish economic growth
MANUFACTURING and construction sectors have ensured Scotland’s economy has grown for the ninth consecutive quarter, according to official Scottish Government statistics.
Latest Gross Domestic Product...
Hitachi to put strong focus on electric excavators at bauma 2025
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) has announced plans to show its largest ever electric excavator line-up at bauma 2025.
In partnership with KTEG, the...
Pramac reveals partnership with power generation specialists
PRAMAC has announced a strategic partnership with five independent power generation firms to 'promote and streamline' the installation of industrial gas generators throughout the...
Manitou to highlight new hydrogen telehandler concept at bauma 2025
MANITOU Group has confirmed its bauma 2025 line-up will have a strong focus on electric machines.
The firm will display around 25 machines from the...
Mini-digger helps deliver new panda enclosure at Edinburgh Zoo
A Kubota KX057-4 excavator is helping pave the way for a new habitat for the giant pandas at Edinburgh Zoo.
The zoo revealed last year...
Resource management firm snaps up UK’s first CASE 651G loader
THE first CASE 651G wheel loader in the UK has been snapped up by Wastewise, an FCC Environment company.
The machine has gone to work...
GAP reveals capital expenditure surge ahead of milestone anniversary
GAP Group has announced that capital expenditure on plant, tools and equipment for the first eight months of the firm's trading year has reached...
Komatsu upgrades compact mini-excavators
KOMATSU has unveiled an upgraded line of mini-excavators, incorporating new features designed to improve safety, comfort, and versatility, while 'staying true' to the core...
Marriot joins executive committee of Aggregate Industries
SIMON Marriott has been appointed MD of concrete products at Aggregate Industries in a move the firm described as a ‘strategic decision’ to bring...
Scottish hauler manufacturer crowns top international dealers
SCOTTISH articulated hauler manufacturer Rokbak has crowned the winners of the Dealer of the Year awards for 2024.
Two dealers were honoured: PT Uniquip for...
Blue Group on par with new sponsorship deal
BLUE Group has signed a three-year deal to sponsor the Highland Golf Links annual Pro-Am event.
Held at three of Scotland's top courses - Castle Stuart Golf...
Engine rebuild gives much-loved excavator a new lease of life
FINNING has completed a reman engine and rebuild of a Cat 320E excavator for Kevin Woods Plant Hire.
Kevin Woods Plant Hire specialises in heavy earthworks,...
Break from tradition: patented IPS system launched on Epiroc breakers
EPIROC has announced a “world first” patented Intelligent Protection System (IPS), which the firm said will improve hydraulic breaker performance.
All of the company’s heavy...
Paris-headquartered firm announces partnership with Blackwood Plant Hire
HIBOO has announced a major expansion of its customer portfolio with the agreement of a three-year deal with Blackwood Plant Hire.
The Paris-headquartered software management...
Software specialist hopes to keep firms on track
SOFTWARE specialist inspHire has released new asset tracker functionality that integrates with Trackunit, JCB LiveLink and CanTrack to improve visibility of equipment.
The Asset Tracker...
CITB supports over 52,000 construction workers to complete mental health training
TO mark Mental Health Awareness Week, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has revealed it has supported over 52,000 construction workers to complete mental...
Doosan Bobcat aims to capitalise on India’s growing compact market
DOOSAN Bobcat has set its sights on the Indian compact construction machinery sector after opening a new backhoe loader plant in the country.
The manufacturer's...
Caterpillar confirms product upgrades for excavators
MACHINERY giant Caterpillar has announced a raft of updates for its hydraulic excavator portfolio as part of its annual product update (APU) initiative.
The enhancements...
DiPerk lands Speedy Hire maintenance deal
DiPerk, the authorised distributor of Perkins engines in the UK, has landed a contract from Speedy Hire to be its preferred supplier for repairs...
SANY puts safety first with enhanced cab designs and EVI innovation
SANY has announced the launch of enhanced cab designs and its integrated EVI (Equipment Visibility Intelligence) system across its range of excavators and telehandlers.
The...
