Hot Take: 3-Series models out to impress at ScotPlant
TAKEUCHI will be back in the company’s usual corner at ScotPlant with a stand packed full of new products.
One highlight will be the 10-tonne...
New Finlay tracked cone crusher vows to increase production capacity
MOBILE crushing, screening, and conveying equipment specialist Finlay has launched the C-1550+ tracked cone crusher.
Building on the strengths of its C-1550 predecessor, the new...
Auger Torque adds cone crusher bucket to portfolio
ATTACHMENTS specialist Auger Torque has announced the addition of the cone crusher bucket to the company's product offering.
The product has been engineered to work...
SMT GB confirms repair van investment
VOLVO distributor SMT GB has appointed Northgate Vehicle Hire to a four-year agreement to provide and maintain 150 Mercedes Sprinter repair vans. The aim is...
Spring Budget: CPA calls for ‘timetable of action’ on Full Expensing legislation
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has welcomed the Spring Budget announcement that the UK Government will publish draft legislation to extend Full Expensing to...
Speedy extends partnership with home improvement retailer
SPEEDY has extended its partnership with home improvement retailer B&Q.
The move builds on an initial trial and will allow customers across the UK to...
Molson to use fresh investment to develop facilities and brands
BGF has invested a further £11 million into construction equipment dealer Molson Group.
Molson said the cash will be used to develop the firm's existing...
IPAF publishes latest findings on MEWP safety
THE International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has released its latest report into Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) accidents.
Doosan confirms new national account dealer partner
DOOSAN has announced that a new business has been formed to handle sales, rental, contract hire and aftermarket support of large excavators, wheel loaders and...
Construction equipment sales ‘catching up’ on 2021 levels
NEW research has shown that sales of construction and earthmoving equipment in August were 6% higher than the same month last year.
For the year...
Atlas Copco launches electric self-priming dewatering pumps
ATLAS Copco has launched a new range of electric surface self-priming dewatering pumps.
The E-Pump range comprises different models with a canopy and open set...
Agricultural contractor “well impressed” with new Volvo’s performance
A new Volvo EC140E excavator is set to tackle a range of agricultural projects around Dumfries and Galloway after a plant hire boss made...
CICV Forum rebrands to reflect expanded remit within Scotland’s construction sector
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has announced it has changed its name to reflect its expanded remit as the organisation attempts to tackle...
Hire specialist earns improved sustainability ranking
SPEEDY Hire has announced it has achieved a CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) A- ranking, up from its previous score of B only a year...
Gamers to get opportunity to experience feel of operating Volvo machines
GAMERS will get the chance to experience the feel of driving a Volvo Construction Equipment machine thanks to a new partnership with video game...
Tiltrotator manufacturer to introduce ‘simplified’ installation with MIC4.0 integration
ENGCON has announced progress in its plans to simplify the installation of tiltrotators by starting to adapt its DC3 control system to Wacker Neuson,...
Rental specialist celebrates equipment supplier award win
SUNBELT Rentals is celebrating after scooping the Equipment Supplier of the Year Award at the Construction News Specialists Awards 2023, held at the Hilton...
Funding provides boost in efforts to recover stolen plant
FUNDING by the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) and other organisations is having a direct impact on the successful recovery of stolen plant equipment, according...
Finning report highlights sustainability progress
FINNING UK and Ireland has cut its scope 1 and 2 emissions by 32% according to its latest sustainability report.
The Cat dealer has a...
Finlay to showcase new electric variants at Hillhead 2024
FINLAY has announced plans to unveil new electric variants of the I-120RS impact crusher and 883+ scalping screen at Hillhead 2024.
These models will be...
Plantforce to invest in fleet following new funding boost
HIRE specialist Plantforce has announced it has secured a £60 million funding line from its existing banks to invest in the company's fleet over...
Kubota earns award for five-tonne mini excavator range
KUBOTA'S five-tonne mini excavator range has won an award for product design excellence.
The manufacturer has been awarded a Red Dot Award, which celebrates...
Construction Equipment Association welcomes UK’s new industrial strategy
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has welcomed the UK Government's new 10-year industrial strategy, highlighting the importance of energy reform, investment in skills, and...
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...
Speedy Hire recognised for providing ‘earn and learn’ opportunities
SPEEDY Hire has achieved Gold accredited membership as part of The 5% Club’s 2025–26 Employer Audit Scheme, in recognition of the company’s commitment to...
ScotPlant 2024 in pictures – Part One
TWO weeks on from ScotPlant 2024, the incredible event remains fresh in the memory. Over the next fortnight, we’re going to be reminiscing about...
Organisers hail ‘record-breaking’ Executive Hire Show 2025
ORGANISERS of Executive Hire Show have hailed another 'standout' event and confirmed a new record attendance.
The 18th edition of the show, held from February...
Hire specialist invests in new spider lifts
ACCESS platform rental specialist Warren Access has snapped up two Hinowa Lightlift 20.10 spider lifts.
The platforms are available for hire at the company's Huntingdon...
Advance Construction drives off with 65-tonne model at Truckfest Scotland
ADVANCE Construction took the keys to a new DAF 65-tonne showpiece truck at Truckfest Scotland 2024 and raised over £2,500 at the event for...
New HQ gives The Attachment Company room to grow
THE Attachment Company founder William Forrest and marketing director Laura McKechnie have reflected on a whirlwind 12 months in which they have relocated the...


































