Cat expands mining fleet with two new trucks
CATERPILLAR has expanded its mining truck offering with the introduction of two new ultra-class trucks – the 798 AC and the 796 AC.
The new...
PSR site helps lift users to new heights
LIFTING equipment specialist PSR has launched a website featuring several new functions.
The firm said access platform owners can "quickly get an accurate quote" on Thorough...
JCB golf club selected to host international tour event
JCB has revealed that the manufacturer's Golf and Country Club is set to host a major tour event.
The Staffordshire club will host the JCB...
Scots dealers sought for “robust” range of machines
A new Warwickshire-based plant firm is looking for dealers to represent the brand north of the border, with a range it is touting as “robust...
Scotsman of Steel: tiltrotator specialist appoints key account manager
STEELWRIST UK has appointed Stuart Lawrie as key account manager for Scotland and the north of England.
Stuart, who was previously plant manager for TSL...
Reverse charge VAT delay welcomed
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has called the five-month delay of the implementation of reverse charge VAT a ‘step in the right direction’.
The...
Rokbak ramps up expansion plans with new dealer appointment
MOTHERWELL-headquartered articulated hauler manufacturer Rokbak has stepped up its global expansion plans with the appointment of a new North American dealer.
ProSource Machinery will represent...
Hugh Simpson snaps up new Liebherr mobile crane
WICK-based crane and plant hire company Hugh Simpson Contractors has snapped up a new LTM 1150-5.3 Liebherr mobile crane.
The five-axle crane boasts a 66...
Blue Machinery announced as UK distributor for Terex MAGNA range
BLUE Machinery has been announced as the distributor for the Terex MAGNA range across the UK.
The strategic agreement will see Blue Scotland, Blue Central,...
New SPOA initiative offers sponsorship for Scotland’s youth sports clubs
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has announced the launch of a youth sports sponsorship programme to support under-16s sports clubs across Scotland.
Now open...
From concept to customer: latest Bobcat innovations poised for bauma
BAUMA 2025 will host the world premiere of Bobcat’s new 1-2t mini-excavators and the latest upgrade of the E88 mini-digger.
The manufacturer will also demonstrate...
Rental giant invests in eco-friendly lighting solutions for rail industry
SUNBELT Rentals has invested an initial £850,000 in new Trime and PELI lighting solutions for the rail sector.
Eight different lighting units have been acquired,...
Rental software provider pledges to donate 10% of profits to charity annually
RENTAL software provider MCS has pledged 10% of its profits every year to charities across the world.
The company's founder, Richard van der Knaap, emigrated...
Case launches two additions to G-Series range of wheel loaders
CASE has extended its G-Series Waste Handler wheel loader range, unveiling two new models at Intermat 2018 in Paris.
The range now includes four models...
New report highlights ‘essential’ role of UK mineral products sector
NEW figures from the Mineral Products Association (MPA) show that the UK mineral products sector is the country’s biggest industry by volume and making...
TV star gets to grips with attempted Dome raid JCB digger
TV personality Ross Kemp had a brush with a JCB digger recently during filming for an ITV programme about an infamous robbery attempt.
The star...
In the driving seat: Komatsu and Williams Racing reignite partnership
EQUIPMENT manufacturer Komatsu has signed a multi-year deal with Williams Racing to become the principal partner of the British team from the start of...
Former CEA chief executive honoured with MBE
FORMER Construction Equipment Association (CEA) chief executive Rob Oliver has been awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours List.He was recognised for services to...
CITB earns sector backing for levy proposals
CITB has announced that construction employers have backed its levy proposals to support skills and training by way of the consensus process.
66% of the...
Finning acquires hydraulic services specialist Hydraquip
FINNING has completed the acquisition of Hydraquip, a provider of mobile hydraulic services.
Hydraquip offers nationwide coverage for hose replacement, assembly and fitting, oil replenishment,...
Volvo Motherwell announces Apprentice of the Year award winner
MANUFACTURER of Volvo rigid and Terex Trucks articulated haulers, Volvo Motherwell, has announced the winner of its Apprentice of the Year award.
Ross Kerr said...
Kubota UK adds to marketing team
Kubota UK has strengthened its marketing team with the appointment of two new marketing executives.
Zoe King and Sulie Turner will be assisting Karen Tipping,...
Volvo hails ‘solid’ financial performance for 2021
VOLVO Construction Equipment has reported increased sales and profitability for the final quarter of 2021.
The business said all regions outside China saw an improvement...
Finning partners get hands-on with new Cat machines
REGIONAL dealers selling Cat equipment through a partnership scheme with Finning recently had the chance to check out the latest machines and work tools during...
JCB targets raising £2m for NSPCC
JCB has launched its biggest ever fundraising drive for the NSPCC after setting a target of raising £2 million for the children's charity.
The appeal...
Volvo to make history with zero-emission-only bauma showcase
VOLVO CE has vowed to make history at bauma 2025 with its first-ever zero-emission-only line-up.
The showcase will feature an exclusive all-electric range and include...
Liebherr in double electric excavator launch
LIEBHERR has announced the launch of two new electric crawler excavators.
The R 976-E and the R 980 SME-E replace the ER 974 B for...
Wills Bros Civil Engineering set to secure £152.7m A9 dualling contract
WILLS Bros Civil Engineering is set to be appointed to lead work to dual the A9 between the Tay Crossing and Ballinluig.
Fiona Hyslop, Scottish...
JCB and Manitou agree to end patent infringement litigation
MANITOU and JCB have mutually agreed to end all patent infringement litigation.
The disputes initiated from May 2017 and concerned three European patents. This led...
Tailored plans key to helping customers meet net zero goals
VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced it is making it easier for customers to reduce their carbon footprint via personalised plans.
The manufacturer revealed it has...
