Major new dealerships boost streamlined Highland business
THE past 12 months have seen a whole raft of changes at Inverness-based Highland Hammer Hire (HHH).
The firm was appointed by tiltrotator manufacturer Rototilt...
JCB welcomes probe into excavators imported from China
JCB has announced it welcomes the news that government investigations are underway into alleged dumping of 'subsidised' Chinese excavators in the UK market.
Following complaints,...
Volvo tests prototype hydrogen articulated hauler
VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced it has started testing the world’s first prototype hydrogen fuel cell articulated hauler.
The Volvo HX04 is the result of...
CITB business plan aims to tackle ‘Big Six’ construction skills challenges
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has outlined plans to tackle what it describes as the ‘Big Six’ skills challenges facing the sector.
Based on...
Rapidly expanding MKM Hire marks machinery milestone
MKM Hire has marked a milestone after completing the purchase of its 350th JCB machine.
MKM, the independent builders’ merchant, entered the rental sector in...
AI cameras tipped to ‘revolutionise’ safety for fleet operators
BRIGADE Electronics has announced the launch of AI Intelligent Detection Cameras to the UK market.
The cameras utilise artificial intelligence to recognise humans within a...
ScotPlant 2022 countdown: Engcon to celebrate ‘versatility’ of products
ENGCON, which has exhibited at ScotPlants previously through dealers, will have its own stand at this year’s event.
Nathan McRae, area sales manager for Scotland...
Mates in Mind launches free mental health workshops
MATES in Mind is offering free mental health workshops for those most at risk during the Covid-19 pandemic, with the support of Tideway, the...
Liebherr has a handle on Fife double trouble
TWO Liebherr telehandlers have been proving their worth for Purvis Group at the firm’s recycling park close to its headquarters in Lochgelly, Fife.
Purvis recycles...
UK immigration proposals could leave Scottish construction sector ‘bereft of skills’
THE UK Government’s proposals to raise the qualification standards for foreign workers have been described as a 'ticking time bomb' for the Scottish construction...
Tree-sy does it: upgraded Magni set for deployment
BROXBURN-based Field and Forest Machinery has delivered the UK’s first Magni RTH 6.31 forestry specification telehandler to R Jenkins & Sons in Hay-on-Wye.
The RTH...
Fatal fall from height leads to ladder warning
THE Ladder Association has reminded companies of the importance of training when working at heights following the tragic death of a roofing contractor.
Alan Beutner...
“Highly successful” ScotPlant for Case and Hodge Plant
CASE confirmed the sales of 29 machines at ScotPlant 2016.
The construction equipment giants declared it a "highly successful" show for the firm and their Scottish...
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...
Flying Hy: new Scottish dealers hit the ground running
HYUNDAI’S new Scottish dealer, Agritrac Exports, has made a flying start thanks to a number of high profile sales in the first few weeks...
Specialist fleet brings complex tasks within reach
LONG reach specialist WM Plant Hire has revealed details of the ‘instrumental’ role its specialist fleet of excavators have played in supporting onshore and...
Home advantage pays off for Chris Knight at Black Isle Show
Yanmar has announced that its Highland-based dealer Chris Knight Plant Sales enjoyed 'unprecedented success' at this year's Black Isle Show.
Finning competition offers tickets to Malaga as part of Cat centenary celebrations
AS part of its ‘Win Big' with Finning competition to celebrate 100 years of Caterpillar, the firm is offering customers the chance to win...
EvoQuip begins milestone anniversary celebrations with Dubai event
COMPACT crushing, screening, and shredding equipment manufacturer EvoQuip recently celebrated its 10-year anniversary with an event in Dubai that brought together its global distribution network.
Over...
New Mecalac wheeled excavator offers “unique” solution
MECALAC has confirmed its new 7MWR wheeled excavator will be showcased at this year’s APF Exhibition in Warwickshire.
Taking place at the Ragley Estate, the model...
Sunbelt Rentals awarded bronze accreditation by 5% Club
SUNBELT Rentals UK and Ireland has achieved bronze accreditation from the 5% Club’s 2023-2024 Employer Audit Scheme.
The scheme assesses employers’ activities, evaluates future plans...
JCB sends more machines to Nepal after second earthquake
JCB has stepped up its support for earthquake-stricken Nepal with the despatch of more machines to help the country with its clear-up operations.
The news of...
Online auctions offer ‘unmissable opportunity’ to invest in construction machinery
ASSET disposal specialist BPI Auctions has announced two major online auctions for construction and civils equipment.
The line-up includes jaw crushers, scalper screeners, rock drills,...
Groundforce aligns attachments offering with launch of new division
GROUNDFORCE has announced the creation of a new attachments division, which will align Mr Cropper, Sandhurst and Piletec under one collective brand.
The firm said Groundforce...
Global Port Services commits to Aberdeen Energy Park with lease renewal and expansion
GLOBAL Port Services, which is part of the Global Energy Group, has struck a new deal at Aberdeen Energy Park.
As part of its commitment...
Sandvik acquires Canadian-based software developer
SANDVIK has announced the acquisition of Postability, a Canadian-based software firm developing NC (numerical control) post processors for Mastercam.
Postability will be a part of...
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,...
Caterpillar to host virtual waste management and recycling seminar
A range of Caterpillar machines are set to be showcased when the manufacturer hosts a virtual waste management and recycling seminar.
Machines on show have...
£1.5m project to tackle Glasgow flood nuisance
SCOTTISH Water is to implement a crucial environmental improvement project to tackle the issue of flooding in part of the Knightswood area of Glasgow.
The...
Terex expansion plans set to bring major jobs boost
TEREX has announced it is finalising plans for a new investment at its Ballymoney fabrications facility in Northern Ireland which will create 60 new...
