Komatsu exhibits Proterra-powered electric hydraulic excavator for first time
KOMATSU is exhibiting a 20t class electric hydraulic excavator equipped with a lithium-ion battery system from Proterra for the first time at bauma 2022.
Since...
Hydrema embraces CESAR ECV technology on Stage V dump trucks
HYDREMA (UK) has become the latest manufacturer to fit CESAR and Emission Compliance Verification (ECV) to its Stage V dump trucks.
CESAR is the official...
Cat Productivity system vows to provide platform to boost machine performance
FINNING is encouraging customers to sign up to the new Cat Productivity platform, a cloud-based system designed to gather and analyse machine data to...
Construction federations team up to form Plant Sector Representative Organisation
A number of construction-based federations have established a plant-focused Sector Representative Organisation (SRO) known as the Plant Sector Representative Organisation (PSRO).
The Construction Leadership Council...
McHale Plant Sales and Metso Outotec expand distribution coverage
METSO Outotec and its distribution partner McHale Plant Sales have signed a contract to expand aggregates distribution coverage to Scotland, England and Wales.
The two...
Specially branded Hitachi digger to raise cash for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) has teamed up with Synergy Hire to raise funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, started by the late...
Rototilt expands number of tiltrotator models in RC series
ATTACHMENTS specialist Rototilt is expanding the number of tiltrotators in the firm's RC series.
Last autumn, the manufacturer launched its Rototilt Control product concept featuring...
Scottish hauler manufacturer makes American trade show debut
THE Rokbak RA30 and RA40 haulers are on display for the first time ever at a North American trade show at CONEXPO 2023 this...
McHale business development manager appointed to board of directors
CONSTRUCTION equipment distributor McHale Plant Sales has appointed its business development manager Darragh O’Driscoll to the board of directors.
In his role as director, he...
Latest Bobcat solutions set for Plantworx debut
BOBCAT is poised to debut a range of new products at Plantworx 2023.
The new TL25.60 telehandler and T86 R-Series compact track loader will be...
Getting to know…Darragh O’Driscoll
WITH origins dating back to the 1950s, McHale Plant Sales is regarded as one of Ireland’s foremost machinery distributors. The firm’s portfolio of applications...
Highland workers to see benefits of Cat tiltrotator
HIGHLAND construction workers have been tipped to be among the first to experience how a new Cat tiltrotator can boost productivity after Finning partner...
Develon marks Plantworx debut with live demo award
DEVELON is celebrating after winning the Best Live Demonstration Award at Plantworx 2023.
The accolade was awarded in recognition of the best overall use of...
Manitou reveals ‘record level of activity’ as half-year results are posted
MANITOU'S half-year results have revealed a 33% rise in revenues compared to the same period in 2022.
The equipment manufacturer has posted half-year sales of...
GAP Group procurement manager announces retirement
GAP Group stalwart Ken Stewart has called time on his long and distinguished career in the hire industry after announcing his retirement.
As group procurement...
New SPOA president vows to keep momentum going
SIBBALD Training director John Sibbald has been confirmed as the new president of the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA).
He was elected at the trade...
Speedy teams up with British Heart Foundation on awareness campaign
SPEEDY Hire has donated £25,000 to the British Heart Foundation (BHF), forming a partnership for its ‘Spotlight On’ campaign, to raise awareness of hidden...
Scottish plant operators set gold standard at national competition
GORDON Durno from Moray has been crowned UK Plant Operator of the Year following a national competition at the CITB National Construction College in...
HAE wants European Rental Week to become ‘key point’ in calendar for hire firms
TRADE body Hire Association Europe (HAE) has expressed its delight at being involved in the first ever European Rental Week, hosted by the European...
AMPS Awards for Excellence winners revealed
THE winners of the AMPS Awards for Excellence have been announced at a ceremony held at the Motorcycle Museum in Solihull.
The Apprentice of the...
Plant sector ramps up action to tackle machinery theft
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA), together with key industry stakeholders including the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) and insurance companies such as NFU Mutual, has...
Landmark ADT impresses in Italy’s ‘Chalk Valley’ quarries
THE first DA45-7 articulated dump truck from Develon to be sold in Italy is impressing in the chalk basin of Roccastrada.
Develon explained that the...
HD Hyundai offers glimpse into the future of construction sites
HD Hyundai demonstrated its Future Builder Vision at the recent CES 2024 technology event in Las Vegas.
The manufacturer explained that the concept aims to...
‘Climate is at the heart of everything we do’
Christian Spence, head of clean energy at Sunbelt Rentals, explains why the business is leading the ‘green revolution’ in construction plant hire with its...
Rise of the cranes at ScotPlant 2024
THREE major crane specialists have joined the ScotPlant 2024 line-up in recent weeks.
Sarens UK and Global Crane Services will both be exhibiting at the...
31 Scottish companies join major contracts for grounds equipment and security
SCOTLAND Excel has launched two multi-million-pound frameworks that will support Scottish councils in delivering essential construction and transport services.
The grounds and plant equipment framework...
Xwatch Safety Solutions merges with Hexagon AB
Xwatch Safety Solutions has been acquired by Hexagon, a specialist in digital reality solutions.
This move has been described as representing a 'significant milestone' in...
Finlay appoints new global sales and marketing director
FINLAY has appointed Martin Conway as its new global sales and marketing director.
He will be tasked with spearheading the development and execution of the...
Steven Mulholland appointed CPA chief executive
STEVEN Mulholland has been appointed chief executive of the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA).
He will commence his new role from August 12. Steven has a...
Supply Chain Sustainability School unveils enhanced Plant Commitment Charter
THE Supply Chain Sustainability School has unveiled updated versions of its Plant Commitment Charter and Minimum Standards, designed to lead the UK’s built environment...
