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...
Finning donates defibrillators to worthy causes
FINNING has donated 23 defibrillators to charities and organisations chosen by its staff as it renewed its current provision.
With a lifespan of two to...
SANY electric mini a ‘game-changer’ for UK market
FOLLOWING its debut to the UK market at the recent Executive Hire Show, SANY UK has announced the launch of its new SY19E electric...
New SANY models poised for UK debut
TWO new SANY wheel loaders will make their UK debuts at Plantworx 2023.
The SW305 and SW405 models with bucket capacities of 2.3/3 m³ and...
JCB announces raft of new product launches
JCB Access is updating its hydraulically-driven scissor range, with six electric drive scissor platforms.
Initially there will be three models: the S1932E, S2632E and S3246E,...
Metso launches sustainable battery black mass recycling process
METSO has confirmed plans to launch an 'advanced' sustainable battery black mass recycling process.
The move complements the manufacturer's battery minerals technology offering, which covers...
Plantworx operational team donates essential items to community organisation
THE Plantworx operational team has made a donation of essential household items to Care Zone in Peterborough, in a show of commitment to social...
Landfill compactor ‘transformed’ in 12-week rebuild project
A team of rebuild engineers at Finning UK & Ireland have transformed a 15-year-old Cat landfill compactor for FCC Environment in just 12 weeks.
The machine...
Blackwood and Molson Young team up to highlight construction charity campaign
BLACKWOOD Plant Hire and Molson Young have teamed up to help raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing issues in the construction industry.
Blackwood's new...
Kirow 1200 used to lift bridge deck in place on £2.9m Neilston project
NETWORK Rail called upon a Kirow 1200 crane on its £2.9 million project to replace a bridge that crosses the Neilston railway line.
Billed as...
Sustainable energy specialist charges ahead with electric digger trial
SUSTAINABLE energy company GRIDSERVE has teamed up with SMT GB to trial the Volvo ECR25 Electric excavator in the construction of its new High...
Construction charity partnership looks to help bridge skills gap
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has teamed up with the Lofty Heights Skills Academy to encourage young NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)...
First Liebherr new generation concrete batching plant goes into operation
LIEBHERR has launched its latest batching plant generation after a mobile version went into operation for a+b Asphalt- und Betonmischwerke in southern Germany.
The new...
CEA shows support for Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) is exhibiting at the Rebuild Ukraine conference in Warsaw, Poland to showcase its support for the war-torn nation's reconstruction...
Industry gives mixed response to chancellor’s Autumn Statement
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has said the decision to exclude elements of the plant hire industry from the decision to make Full Expensing...
Komatsu 13t-class electric excavator set for 2024 debut
KOMATSU has revealed details of a new all-electric excavator destined for domestic and European markets early in 2024.
The 13-ton class PC138E-11 will feature a...
Brokk launches ‘groundbreaking’ new generation of demolition robots
BROKK has announced the launch of a 'groundbreaking' new generation of remote controlled demolition robots.
The Brokk SmartPower+ range has been unveiled at World of...
JCB cyclists embark on ‘Around the World in 80 Days’ fundraising challenge
A team of JCB cyclists has embarked on a gruelling fundraising challenge to help enhance the lives of children and young people with cancer.
The...
TDL appointed SANY dealer in north west England
SANY Heavy Machinery UK has appointed TDL Equipment to cover sales, service and parts in the north west of England.
TDL, which will be based...
Wacker Neuson looks to set the standard
WACKER Neuson’s new EW100 wheeled excavator, which the manufacturer said ‘sets new standards’ in performance, safety and comfort, will be on display at ScotPlant...
Plantworx exhibition confirms new venue for 2025
THE organisers of the Plantworx exhibition have confirmed a new destination for the show in 2025.
The 6th biennial Plantworx will be held on 23-25...
Komatsu Europe launches new sorting and demolition grapple range
KOMATSU Europe has unveiled the all-new sorting and demolition grapple range.
All grapples in the range come equipped as standard with a load control valve...
Landmark ‘drone in a box’ innovation demonstrated
DIGITAL solutions specialist Smart Construction, a brand from Komatsu, recently invited key professionals from a variety of sectors to witness the UK’s first demonstration...
Plant bodies ready to engage with new government to address major issues
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has said the change in leadership at the top of UK politics presents a 'unique opportunity' to propel the...
UNIC Cranes Europe appoints new technical and sales manager
CHRIS Cartwright has been appointed European technical and sales manager for UNIC mini cranes distributor, UNIC Cranes Europe.
He will work directly with UNIC Cranes...
Here to stay: LiuGong presses ahead with Scottish investment
LIUGONG machines are tipped to become an increasingly significant presence on Scottish construction sites following a stunning debut at ScotPlant earlier this year.
The Chinese...
CDE and Brewster Brothers to host ‘virtual’ tour of Cumbernauld recycling plant
WET processing specialist CDE has announced plans to host a 'virtual' tour of Brewster Brothers’ 150tph construction and demolition waste recycling plant near Cumbernauld.
With...
Doosan Bobcat staff give back to communities through volunteer time
DOOSAN Bobcat employees around the world are giving back this year by volunteering in their communities.
From activities taking place close to company locations stretching...
Finning marks ‘UK first’ with Cat D6 XE dozers
DOWN to Earth Developments, a Home Counties-based land reclamation company, has invested in two Cat D6 XE dozers from Finning, and is believed to be...
CESAR security scheme surpasses 650,000 installations
THE CESAR security scheme has reached a major milestone after surpassing 650,000 installations.
The initiative, owned by the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) and delivered in partnership...
