Ulrich ramps up UK growth plans with LCR acquisition
ATTACHMENTS and front loader manufacturer Ulrich has completed the acquisition of Hull-based welding and fabrication specialist LCR.
The move marks a milestone in Ulrich’s UK expansion...
Earthworks contractor snaps up ‘rarely seen in the UK’ scrapers
FOUR 'rarely seen in the UK' Cat 637K scrapers are helping to support the Northampton Gateway project.
Collins Earthworks has invested in several new Caterpillar...
Young talent honoured at record-breaking CPA Stars of the Future Awards
THE winners of the Construction Plant-hire Association's (CPA) Stars of the Future Awards 2026 have been announced following a record number of entries.
The awards...
Metso Outotec appoints Duo Group to provide aggregates solutions in the UK
METSO Outotec has appointed Duo Group as a distributor for the firm's aggregates solutions in the UK.
The deal covers the current aggregate business serviced...
Ffrench connection for LiuGong
J. FFRENCH Plant Hire have signed a deal for one of the largest orders for LiuGong construction equipment ever placed in the UK.
The...
Sunbelt Rentals adds to product portfolio with new partnership
SUNBELT Rentals has confirmed that the company's test & calibration business has teamed up with Mills Limited, a supplier of fibre infrastructure products, tools...
Success of CICV Forum recognised in Scottish parliamentary motion
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has received praise from MSPs for its role in supporting the recovery of the nation's construction sector.
Politicians from...
Hitachi appoints new product support manager for Scotland
HITACHI Construction Machinery (UK) has appointed Iain McDowall as product support manager for Scotland.
He has worked within the plant hire sector for a decade...
Rokbak uses Florida summit to outline North America expansion plans
MOTHERWELL-headquartered Rokbak enjoyed a major presence at this year’s Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) summit, held in Florida, where the company met with potential and...
Rokbak enjoys double award success at Glasgow ceremony
ROKBAK is celebrating a double success after securing accolades in both the Marketing and Young Person of the Year categories of the CeeD Industry...
Detection capability innovations to take centre stage at Futureworx 2022
ORGANISERS of Futureworx 2022 have revealed that a number of exhibitors will be showcasing new technologies designed to improve detection capabilities.
Advancements in sensors and...
Sawmill and renewables firm announces £250,000 investment in machinery
GMG Energy has announced an investment of £250,000 in plant machinery to build on its 'strong growth' over the past five years.
Operating on a...
Equipment rental specialist ramps up net zero aspirations
EQUIPMENT rental group Vp plc marked the recent Earth Day by officially launching its Short Term Roadmap to Net Zero by 2050.
The roadmap was...
Doosan announces five new compact wheel loaders
FOLLOWING the signing of a supply agreement with Netherlands-based Tobroco-Giant, Doosan has announced details of the new range of 3.5 to 5-tonne compact wheel...
Mecalac has ‘lots to share’ with Hillhead 2022 visitors
MECALAC has revealed plans to showcase the latest models from its compact portfolio at Hillhead 2022.
On display will be machines from the manufacturer's MDX...
Volvo tests prototype hydrogen articulated hauler
VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced it has started testing the world’s first prototype hydrogen fuel cell articulated hauler.
The Volvo HX04 is the result of...
Hitachi introduces five-tonne battery-powered excavator
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) NV has announced the launch of a five-tonne battery-powered excavator.
The ZX55U-6EB has inherited the short tail swing of the diesel-powered...
MHM targets faster reaction times with first Scottish depot
THE MHM Group has opened a depot in Airdrie as part of the tool and plant hire specialist’s expansion plans.
The Scottish operation is headed...
CITB to fund mental health training to support apprentices
THE Construction industry training board (CITB) is investing £90,000 to fund a pilot scheme which will provide mental health support for apprentices from the...
Komatsu rigid dump truck boasts ‘highest levels’ of safety and performance
KOMATSU Europe’s HD785-8 rigid dump truck will be presented on the demo ground at bauma 2022.
The EU Stage V emissions-compliant model is described by...
Garic launches online tool to help customers minimise carbon footprint
WELFARE equipment specialist Garic has unveiled a new online tool to help customers reduce their carbon footprint and fuel costs.
The Eco Estimator allows users...
Specialist fleet brings complex tasks within reach
LONG reach specialist WM Plant Hire has revealed details of the ‘instrumental’ role its specialist fleet of excavators have played in supporting onshore and...
Business reports surge in demand for eco equipment
THE MHM Group has reported a surge in demand for solar products, as businesses look to set ambitious environmental targets in 2023.
MHM said its...
Equipment supplier makes charitable donation this festive season
The MHM Group, a supplier of solar powered site lighting solutions, has donated to the Trussell Trust, a charity dedicated to tackling hunger and...
JMS Plant Hire adds to commercial vehicle fleet
JMS Plant Hire has snapped up two new DAF XF 530 Super Space Cab 6x2 tractor units and three new Nooteboom 3-axle stepframe trailers.
Supplied...
Digger Girl teams up with CITB to help spread the word on construction careers
SOCIAL media sensation Amy Underwood, aka The ‘Digger Girl’, who has amassed almost half a million followers online, has revealed her delight after signing...
Hilti GB joins UK Green Building Council
HILTI Great Britain has joined the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC), following a focus on sustainability across the business which sees it aim for...
Finalists announced for Plantworx Innovation Awards
PLANTWORX 2023 has announced the shortlist for its Innovation Awards programme.
The focus across all categories this year has been on environmental solutions, sustainability, safety...
Trailer manufacturer honoured for export success
BRIAN James Trailers has been awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise.
The designer and manufacturer of car trailers for the automotive and construction sectors revealed...
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,...
