Merlo expands UK construction dealer network
MERLO UK has expanded its UK construction dealer network with the appointment of Cooks Midlands Ltd.
Established in 1992, Cooks Midlands is a supplier of...
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...
370X marks ‘huge step forward’ for JCB
The new JCB 370X - the largest model in the X Series range of tracked excavators – was shown for the first time in...
ScotPlant video whets the appetite
A short video giving a tantalising taste of what ScotPlant is all about has been released.
Preparations for ScotPlant 2016 are already underway and this...
Rokbak enjoys early success in North American market following rebranding
ROKBAK has hailed a 'strong' sales start in North America following the firm's recent rebranding from Terex Trucks, revealing that orders for the RA30...
Dragon Equipment launches diesel hybrid crusher on first day of PlantWorx 2025
DRAGON Equipment has officially launched its new CR550 Diesel Hybrid Crusher on the first day of PlantWorx 2025.
Weighing just under 2,800kg and measuring 1,300mm...
Red Knight 6 takes on sole UK distributorship of Rubble Master products
RED Knight 6 (RK6) has been installed as sole UK distributor for Rubble Master, manufacturers of impact crushers and scalping and sizing screens.
Rubble Master...
Construction tech drives efficiencies at BMW plant upgrade
NATTA Building Company has been trialling Trimble Earthworks UTS on one of its excavators for the first time at a project to construct a...
Construction bosses urged to invest in employee wellbeing
A new poll has claimed that construction employers are offering ‘some of the lowest’ levels of mental health and wellbeing support to staff across...
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...
Top engineering honour for JCB chief
JCB Chairman Lord Bamford has been given the UK engineering’s highest honour in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the industry.
The Royal Academy...
Speedy opens two new Scottish service centres
SPEEDY has announced the opening of two new regional service centres in Scotland in 'key arterial routes' into Edinburgh and Aberdeen.
Designed to help local...
Miller UK appoints chief operating officer to support growth plans
MILLER UK has appointed Darren Allsopp as chief operating officer.
He has held a number of executive positions, most recently as chairman emeritus and global...
Customised crawlers excel on demanding excavation tasks
TWO specially adapted Liebherr excavators have been proving their worth for Bethell, a UK-based excavation and shaft sinking specialist.
The business recently expanded its fleet...
Kirkcaldy firm on the right track
ASTRAK UK Ltd, based in Kirkcaldy and part of the Astrak group, one of Europe's fastest growing undercarriage suppliers, has been appointed the UK...
Yanmar Compact Equipment appoints new CEO
YANMAR Compact Equipment has appointed Ryu Kudo as the firm's new CEO.
Kudo joined the manufacturer in 2019 and currently serves as president and representative...
Kubota powering ahead with new wheel loaders
Kubota’s new RT and RO Series wheel loaders made their UK debut at Plantworx.
Described by the firm as being specially designed to suit a...
Garic appoints Asif Latief as new CEO
GARIC has announced the appointment of Asif Latief as the firm's new CEO.
The site solutions specialist, which is a subsidiary of Bibby Line Group,...
Finalists announced for Hire Awards of Excellence 2021
HIRE Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) has announced the finalists for this year's Hire Awards of Excellence 2021 following a 'bumper'...
Develon enters European dozer market with new DD130
DEVELON has entered the European dozer market with the launch of the new DD130.
The manufacturer said one of the biggest differences between the machine...
IPAF publishes new guidance on avoiding contact with power lines
NEW guidance outlining key principles and ways to reduce risks when using Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) near power lines has been launched by...
22,500 new construction jobs required in Scotland by 2028 to help meet net zero...
NEW research has revealed that 22,500 new construction roles will require to be created in Scotland by 2028 to help meet the Scottish Government's...
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...
Plantworx 2019 to feature dozens of new exhibitors
ORGANISERS of Plantworx 2019 have confirmed the event is now more than 75% sold out. 97% of the digging demonstration areas have also been...
Demolition contractor bosses given bans
THREE directors of Glasgow-based demolition contractor George Hunter (Demolishers) Ltd have been handed a directors' ban after a probe found they had allowed the...
Ribbon cutting ceremony marks Manitou expansion project
MANITOU Group has marked the opening of its Madison, South Dakota 80,000 sq ft expansion project, which coincides with the company’s 50th anniversary of...
GAP shortlisted for six industry awards
GAP Hire Solutions is in contention for six awards at the Hire Awards of Excellence 2019.
The firm has been named a finalist in the...
Scottish builders’ confidence falls as fear over future work grows, survey finds
There is a growing fear over future work prospects among employers in the Scottish construction industry, the latest Scottish Construction Monitor survey has found.
The...
Scarab looks to sweep up at ScotPlant with heavy-duty solutions
THE Magnum 82 will take pride of place on the Scarab Sweepers stand at ScotPlant 2024.
With its ‘class-leading suction, high-specification and rugged build’ Scarab...
CEA teams up with Personal Group to boost member benefits
THE CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has announced a range of new member benefits in partnership with Personal Group, a provider of financial services, health...
