Hitachi haul for Houlihan
GROUNDWORKS and civils firm Houlihan has purchased a range of Hitachi tracked excavators, including one ZX210LC-7 and four ZX130LCN-7s.
The Sunbury on Thames-based company's haul...
Caterpillar introduces next generation D8 dozer
CATERPILLAR is launching the new D8 dozer with next generation technology designed to provide faster and more accurate results.
The design aims to make it...
Powered access accident reports rise but fatality rate falls
NEW research from the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has highlighted a rise in the number of accident reports, but a welcome drop in...
JCB Fastrac sets new British speed record
JCB has announced it has set a new British speed record for tractors with its Fastrac machine.
The tractor clocked 103.6mph at Elvington Airfield, near...
Lighthouse Charity reflects on record year of positive impact
THE Lighthouse Charity has revealed it set new records in 2024, reaching more people and delivering more support than ever before to construction workers...
Terex Trucks’ improved 28-tonner makes international trade show debut
MOTHERWELL-based Terex Trucks’ upgraded 28-tonne articulated hauler has made its first international trade show appearance at bauma 2019 in Munich.
The TA300 has taken pride...
Feeling the pinch: research highlights impact of rising costs on UK firms
RECENT research commissioned by Close Brothers Asset Finance has revealed the significant impact of rising costs on businesses across the UK, with a majority...
Hydrema vows to set “new safety bar” with bauma machine launch
HYDREMA has revealed it will be launching two new machines and a new telematics system at bauma 2019.
The Danish manufacturer is keeping tight-lipped about...
CITB launches Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards for 2025
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced the launch of the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards for 2025.
Returning for the...
New guidance aims to keep crane safety on track
NEW safety guidance has been produced concerning the operating of cranes beside railways.
The Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) Crane Interest Group has launched the 29-page...
Hitachi Construction Machinery UK website gets a makeover
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK has launched its new website, described as offering an improved user experience, new features, and a modern design.
The change aligns...
Terex Trucks achieves engineering award recognition
TEREX Trucks is celebrating after picking up a vice president award for outstanding achievement at the Scottish Engineering Awards.
Paul Douglas, MD of the Motherwell-based...
Finlay charges ahead with electric-powered scalper
FINLAY has unveiled its new electric-powered 883+ heavy-duty scalping screen.
The solution is an addition to the firm's flagship 883+ model and heralded as a...
Blue Group appoints new finance chief
SUSAN Shardlow has been appointed chief financial officer at Blue Group.
Susan has previously worked in a number of senior roles within the constructions sector...
Heavy lifting and transport specialist confirms HVO fuel investment
HEAVY lifting specialist Mammoet has announced it will be implementing HVO fuel across the UK, Netherlands and Canada from Q2 this year.
The firm explained...
Ward bags a treble
WARD Plant has snapped up a trio of Volvo A30G haulers - with MD Martyn Ward describing the machines as the "best" out there.
The trucks have already...
SANY UK bolsters telehandler portfolio with 7m model
SANY has expanded its telehandler range with a new 7m model.
The firm said the 7m reach combined with a high load capacity ensures 'seamless'...
Yanmar launches telematics solution for UK customers
YANMAR is introducing a fleet management system to customers in the UK and Ireland. From this month (August), the manufacturer confirmed that SmartAssist Remote...
Manitou completes acquisition of Sitia’s robotics division
MANITOU Group has completed the acquisition of Sitia's robotics division.
In accordance with the firm's LIFT strategic roadmap unveiled last month, Manitou Group said...
Loading shovel has all Angles covered
A Fife-based supplier of sand and gravel has been singing the praises of a new 25-tonne Volvo L150H loading shovel complete with 4.3m³ rehandling...
JCB confirmed as headline sponsor of Operator Challenge at Plantworx 2025
ORGANISERS of Plantworx 2025 have announced the return of the Operator Challenge this year, with JCB confirmed as the headline sponsor.
JCB will supply all...
John calls it a day after 50 years at Hewden
IN 1964, The Rolling Stones released their debut album, The Beatles took America by storm and John Hamilton, aged 16, joined Hewden – the...
Cat launches DIY videos to help customers maintain machines
CATERPILLAR has launched a suite of 'how-to' videos and articles for customers who prefer to do their own maintenance and repairs.
The library includes a...
Doosan adds to Smart Solutions offering
Doosan Infracore Europe has confirmed a raft of new developments that add to the company’s Smart Solutions portfolio.
SPOA confirms series of measures to support members’ digital transformation journey
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has revealed details of a new plan designed to help support members on their digital transformation journey.
A series...
Construction underway on new Hyundai reliability assessment centre
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment (HCE) has started construction of its new reliability assessment centre in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, South-Korea.
The manufacturer said the move was designed to 'strengthen...
Customers can get hands-on at LCF’s new Kilmarnock base
LCF Engineering has embarked on an ambitious new chapter after opening a dedicated base in Kilmarnock for its larger construction machines.
The firm has grown...
Latest Yanmar models added to MTS portfolio
MTS Plant has added the latest models from Yanmar’s 2019 compact portfolio to its hire fleet.
The move means operators now have access to the...
Doosan Bobcat opens battery pack R&D centre to accelerate electrification goals
DOOSAN Bobcat has launched eFORCE LAB., a dedicated battery pack research and development centre focused on advancing next-generation electrification technologies for equipment.
The firm said...
Dates revealed for Plantworx 2021
DATES have been announced for the next Plantworx exhibition.
The Construction Equipment Association (CEA) revealed the fifth edition of the show will take place from...
