Komatsu adds to MR-5 range of mini-excavators
THE new Komatsu PC24MR‐5 mini-excavator has been added to the manufacturer's MR‐5 range.
Described as being 'powerful and versatile', and boasting the latest EU Stage...
JCB in recruitment drive to help meet ‘surge’ in production
JCB has announced plans to recruit more than 400 additional UK shop floor employees to help meet a 'surge' in production.
The manufacturer said the...
Takeuchi adds new six tonne option to portfolio
TAKEUCHI has launched the new six tonne TB257FR, combining side-to-side (STS) offset boom with the near zero tail swing.
The option joins the eight tonne...
MSP asks why construction has been treated differently in latest lockdown
A Scottish Labour MSP has written to the Scottish Government to seek answers as to why construction has not faced the same restrictions as...
JCB adds new features to telematics portal
JCB has announced the launch of some new features in its LiveLink telematics portal.
Launched in 2011 and now with over 300,000 machines monitored by...
Classic plant set to go under the hammer in international auction
EURO Auctions has announced plans to host a sale of classic, vintage and antique construction and agricultural machinery, as well as cars, tractors and...
Bobcat machines excel in Madrid snow clear up operation
BOBCAT machines have been playing a key role in clearing this month's historic and surprise snowfall in Madrid.
A predicted 20cm of snow instead turned...
Construction sector charity offers ‘beacon of hope’ to industry
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity has revealed it responded to 2,399 families in crisis last year.
The organisation said the number of cases that required to...
Speedy helps customers go green with £5 million investment
SPEEDY has announced a £5 million investment in new generators, biofuels and mobile fuel stations to help customers reduce on-site carbon emissions.
The tool and...
JCB Finance marks £50m Covid support milestone
JCB Finance has marked a major milestone after delivering more than £50 million of loans in support of the UK construction industry during the...
New distributorship helps drive Astrak forward
ASTRAK has become an authorised distributor of Eaton final drives.
The undercarriage and wear part specialist said a typical final drive of the kind found...
Kubota UK makes double appointment
KUBOTA UK has strengthened its aftermarket team with two new appointments.
Martin Tyler has been promoted to the role of business development manager for service....
Hitachi Construction Machinery UK pledges £5,000 to Lighthouse charity
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK has pledged £5,000 to the Lighthouse Club, which provides mental, physical and financial wellbeing support to the construction community and...
Plant machinery specialist behind plans for £33.8m Perthshire development
PLANT machinery specialist Morris Leslie is behind plans for a new £33.8 million leisure-led development at West Kinfauns in Perthshire.
The firm is proposing the development,...
Merlo UK appoints new general manager
SHAUN Groom has been appointed general manager of Merlo UK.
He previously spent 15 years with Austrian agricultural machinery manufacturer Pottinger, latterly in the role of...
Scottish Government explains why construction is continuing
THE Scottish Government has explained why construction sites have been able to stay open amidst heightened Covid-19-related restrictions after developing guidance with trade bodies and...
Armcon brings new MD into the mix
VOLUMETRIC concrete mixers specialist Armcon has appointed Sean Warburton as managing director.
Armcon revealed Warburton joins the business with a 'strong track record' in senior leadership...
Construction industry urged to strictly follow updated Covid-19 guidance
THE construction industry has been urged to 'play its part' and strictly follow newly updated Covid-19 guidance.
The call comes from Ken Gillespie, of the...
JCB unveils solution to tackle pothole ‘scourge’
JCB has unveiled a new machine designed to tackle the 'scourge' of potholes on UK roads.
The PotholePro is described by the manufacturer as being...
New campaign urges construction workers to use face masks properly
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum is urging the sector's workforce to wear face coverings properly.
The call follows the news that, as things stand,...
Nominations sought for CPA Stars of the Future Awards 2021
NOMINATIONS are now being sought for the Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) Stars of the Future apprentice and trainee awards for 2021.
Six national titles are...
Doosan unveils new Stage V wheeled excavator
DOOSAN has announced the launch of its new 5 tonne DX57W-7 wheeled excavator.
The machine boasts a new Doosan Stage V engine and the manufacturer's latest...
Molson adds Kobelco mini excavators to Scottish portfolio
MOLSON Young Plant Sales has started the New Year by announcing the addition of Kobelco mini excavators to its portfolio.
The company described the move...
Scots businesses urged to check latest Brexit advice as transition period nears end
SCOTTISH businesses have been urged to ensure they are aware of the steps they need to take ahead of the EU transition period ending.
The...
Miller on a mission to boost charity appeal
BIG-hearted Miller UK employees have boosted this year’s Cash for Kids Mission Christmas appeal in the north east of England.
The Covid-19 pandemic has meant...
Molson Group promotes Powles to chief operating officer
JASON Powles has been promoted to the role of chief operating officer at Molson Group.
He joined the business in 2017 as group finance director....
Council scoops two accolades at GreenFleet awards
ABERDEEN City Council has scooped top awards at the annual GreenFleet presentation ceremony.
The accolades include public sector fleet of the year (medium to large)...
New book marks JCB’s 75 years in business
A new book celebrating JCB's 75 years in business has been published.
The 144-page JCB Scrapbook features more than 400 photographs, including some published for...
Cullen teenager becomes youngest CPCS Red Card recipient
A 13-year-old digger enthusiast from Cullen has become the youngest person to gain a Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) Red Card.
Jamie Currie is now...
‘Versatile’ Cat next gen wheeled excavator lands
CATERPILLAR has announced the launch of its new M316 next generation wheeled excavator.
The manufacturer revealed the machines offer up to 14% more swing torque,...
