GBSS Civil Engineering confirms new management structure
GBSS Civil Engineering Limited has announced a new management structure which will see the business expand and aim to break into additional markets.
The announcement...
Manitou invests in new mechanical welding workshop
MANITOU Group has announced the extension of its production site dedicated to rough-terrain aerial work platforms in Candé, France.
One year after the inauguration...
Companies ‘blown away’ by quality of new SPOA machine control training course
FOLLOWING the recent acquisition of a Tenstar simulator, the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA), with training provider Setting Out For Construction (SOFC), has delivered...
Molson Group secures SMP tiltrotator dealership
MOLSON Group has been appointed SMP tiltrotator dealer for Scotland, England and Wales.
Sweden-headquartered SMP manufacture seven different models to fit excavators ranging from 3t...
Steelwrist appoints new UK country manager
JOE Westman has been appointed Steelwrist country manager in the UK.
He joined the tiltrotator manufacturer in 2017 and has held roles including support technician...
Tickled pink
PROMAC Solutions Limited and Doosan Construction Equipment have jointly donated a Bobcat E14 compact excavator, specially painted in pink, to L Lynch Plant Hire Limited,...
Why we need to use electric to build electric
By Gustav Boberg, segment leader at Volvo Construction Equipment
SALES of electric cars are soaring and charging points are popping up like mushrooms to accommodate...
Pramac reveals partnership with power generation specialists
PRAMAC has announced a strategic partnership with five independent power generation firms to 'promote and streamline' the installation of industrial gas generators throughout the...
Rokbak targets thriving West African mining sector after confirming new dealership
MOTHERWELL-based Rokbak is set to strengthen its presence in West Africa after teaming up with local dealer Heavy Machinery Dealership (HMD).
HMD will help bring...
Molson appointed XCMG dealer for Scotland
MOLSON Group has been awarded the distribution rights of XCMG excavators and wheeled loaders in Scotland.
Sales and aftercare services will be fulfilled by Molson...
Astrak gains Michelin star
ASTRAK is forging ahead with its programme for future growth this year with the appointment of a new group sales director.
Martyn Pointer joins the...
Mabey Hire’s platform for success
Mabey Hire has supplied equipment to allow testing of platforms ahead of a major task to paint the 1.7-mile-long Queensferry Crossing.
New plant-lifting solution impresses on Tideway project
Lifting Gear UK has developed a new Lifting Tray product described as a 'safer' way of lifting construction plant
Terex Trucks’ improved 28-tonner makes international trade show debut
MOTHERWELL-based Terex Trucks’ upgraded 28-tonne articulated hauler has made its first international trade show appearance at bauma 2019 in Munich.
The TA300 has taken pride...
Caterpillar unveils latest additions and updates to machine line-up
CATERPILLAR has introduced its new Cat 336 hydraulic excavator, described as delivering strong digging forces and swing torque to boost production in even the...
SPOA returns to the Highlands
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) is returning to the Drumossie Hotel in Inverness for a members meeting.
The event will be held on Tuesday October...
Betting the farm on new Volvo
A Dumfries & Galloway-based dairy farm has taken delivery of a new fourteen-tonne Volvo excavator to maintain ditches and carry out general drainage work.
The...
Safety, efficiency and sustainability recognised at Plantworx awards
THE latest solutions to hit the construction equipment marketplace were honoured at the recent Plantworx Innovation Awards 2023.
The awards featured seven main categories, each...
Breedon chief is new MPA chairman
Simon Vivian, Chief Executive of Breedon Aggregates Limited has been appointed MPA chairman for the next two years.
He succeeds Bill Brett and is the...
CDE unveils ‘largest and most advanced’ water management system to date
WET processing solutions specialist CDE has launched the AquaCycle A2500 thickener, the latest addition to the firm's water management and recycling systems.
With a capacity...
New machine ticks all the boxes for Borders firm
A groundworks specialist based in the Scottish Borders has bought a new Volvo ECR88D excavator after being reluctant to return the machine following a successful demonstration.
The...
From Dumfries to Dundee for UK first
A Borders-based hire firm has taken delivery of the first Hyundai HX130 LCRD in Scotland - and the 13-tonne machine is already hard at...
Molson Green appointed UK dealer for Eggersmann recycling portfolio
MOLSON Green has been appointed as a UK dealer for the Eggersmann GmbH recycling equipment product range.
German manufacturer Eggersmann Recycling Technology specialises in developing...
HCMUK appointed UK dealer for KTEG products
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) has confirmed it has been appointed the exclusive UK dealer for KTEG products.
KTEG's offering ranges from systems for demolition...
A-Plant looks to drive up standards after retaining FORS Gold status
A-PLANT has revealed it has retained its Gold Status with Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).
The hire specialist said this is under the new Standard...
Finning UK & Ireland takes delivery of special edition Cat backhoe loader
A special edition Cat 444 backhoe loader has taken pride of place at the Staffordshire HQ of Finning UK and Ireland as part of...
Management buyout at Blackwood
TOM Blackwood, owner of Stewarton-based Blackwood Plant Hire, has sold the business in a management buyout.
The Herald newspaper has reported that Mr Blackwood, who...
MHM honoured for its carbon reduction efforts
EQUIPMENT specialist MHM Group has won a bronze award for its carbon reduction projects at the Green World Awards.
The firm will receive the award...
‘Perfect storm’ of events fuels demand for used plant equipment
DEMAND for used construction machinery continues to gather pace, according to Ritchie Bros.
The firm revealed that with many businesses wary of making big investments...
Steelwrist sets gold standard for company culture
STEELWRIST is celebrating after receiving Sweden’s Best Managed Companies recognition for the fourth year in row, and therefore becoming a gold member.
Best Managed Companies...
