Sandvik to acquire mining business of Schenck Process Group
SANDVIK has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire the mining-related business of Schenck Process Group (SP Mining).
SP Mining is a global provider...
Doosan sells Montabert
Doosan has sold 100% of the shares of Montabert S.A.S. (France) to Joy Global Inc., a leading supplier of advanced equipment, systems and services...
First of Bobcat’s new M-Series loaders arrives in UK
BOARCROSS Ltd has taken delivery of the first of the new Bobcat Stage V M-Series skid-steer loaders in the UK.
The East Yorkshire-based firm has...
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...
Recognition for latest Develon technologies
DEVELON is celebrating after winning honours in two of the categories in the CES 2024 Innovation Awards to be announced during the CES 2024...
JCB digs deep to help save iconic collection
JCB has announced a significant contribution to help save one of the world's most important industrial archives. The Bamford Charitable Foundation - the charitable giving...
Terex names new national accounts relationship manager
JON Beckley has been named national accounts relationship manager at Terex Construction's UK manufacturing facility.
Jon has worked with the Terex Group for 17 years within...
JCB Drivetrain Systems marks major anniversary
A JCB business set up to sell in-house manufactured components to external customers is marking 40 years in business.
JCB Drivetrain Systems commemorated the occasion...
Kubota UK appoints new division manager for construction
KUBOTA UK has appointed Rob White as divisional manager, construction, for the UK and Ireland.
Rob, who has more than 25 years’ experience in the...
Access platform specialist appoints UK key accounts director
ACCESS Platform Sales (APS) has promoted Linda Betts to the role of UK key accounts director.
Linda joined APS in 2019 as major accounts manager....
Hybrid product excels in ‘Scottish first’ project
GARIC has divulged details of the firm’s work on a mammoth 40-week contract in Roslin, near Edinburgh, for The Mears Group.
Representing a ‘first of...
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...
Construction law specialist urges government intervention to safeguard sector
A Scottish solicitor has warned that government intervention will be required to prevent the construction industry facing major long-term difficulties.
Roddy Cormack, accredited specialist in construction...
Speedy and Niftylift to launch ‘world’s first’ hydrogen-powered access platform
SPEEDY Hire has teamed up with mobile elevating work platform manufacturer Niftylift on a project to develop the world’s first hydrogen-electric powered access platform.
Through...
HD Hyundai Xitesolution launches BE-X electric forklifts
HD Hyundai Xitesolution - Material Handling has unveiled the new BE-X range of electric forklifts trucks.
The 16BE-X and 20BE-X canopy models have maximum rated...
Training specialist casts eye to the future after golden year
A Lanark-based business with ambitions of becoming Britain’s top plant operator training provider has hailed the country’s construction sector for the reception it has...
Molson grapples with Rotobec dealership
Molson Group has extended its product portfolio after being appointed a UK distributor by grapple and attachment specialist Rotobec
Paisley firm is flying the flag for Volvo excavator
PAISLEY-based demolition specialist Bardem has chosen a 25-tonne Volvo EC250E as its "flagship" excavator.
The machine has been enhanced for Bardem with the addition of...
Mixing it with the best for 115 years!
WINGET, a UK manufacturer of concrete machinery, is celebrating its 115th anniversary this year.
Founded in 1908, the company explained that the journey began when...
The technology needs of excavator users will naturally evolve
INTERNET connected hardware and artificial intelligence (AI) are becoming increasingly important in the construction and earthmoving industry, particularly site management. With advancements in technology,...
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...
Molson Young Plant Sales completes hat-trick of new recruits
MOLSON Young Plant Sales has strengthened its sales team with three experienced appointments.
Following the recent addition of Kobelco mini excavators to the firm’s product...
You wouldn’t buy a £250k digger online!
Simon Frere-Cook, PlantWorx director of operations, explains why trade shows still matter in an era where you can buy almost anything online
FRESH from the...
MV Commercial goes the ‘extra mile’ with rigid trucks delivery
FTH Hire Group has taken delivery of a refurbished DAF LF 230 and four new DAF CF 480 rigid trucks, all mounted with beavertail...
Komatsu Smart Construction confirms compatibility with top tiltrotator brands
KOMATSU Europe has confirmed its 3D Machine Guidance system is now fully compatible with tiltrotator brands including engcon, Steelwrist, Rototilt, and OilQuick.
The move is...
Rokbak strengthens product management team at Motherwell factory
ROKBAK has appointed Graeme Blake as a product manager, operating out of the ADT manufacturer's factory in Motherwell.
Graeme joined the Volvo Group in 2014....
Award success for JCB Finance
JCB Finance was named UK and Europe Captive Finance Lessor of the Year at the International Asset Finance Network Awards 2019.
The in-house financier for equipment...
JCB announce historic new deal
JCB has won one of the biggest engine supply deals in its history. Having secured an annual contract worth around £4.5 million, the agreement...
Free workforce wellbeing and welfare portal for all in construction
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has partnered with CITB and Samaritans to create a wellbeing support tool as part of the industry-wide Make It Visible...
Terex Finlay launches ‘versatile and adaptable’ heavy duty screener
Terex Finlay has introduced their new 873 tracked mobile heavy duty screener to the marketplace.
The firm said the machine is designed to work after a primary...
