Cat compatibility aims to make engcon tiltrotators ‘more accessible’ for customers
ENGCON has announced the compatibility of its DC3 control system with Caterpillar Next Gen (NG) wheeled excavators.
Starting in February, in addition to the crawler...
Komatsu Europe extends mini-excavator portfolio
KOMATSU Europe is extending its electric mini-excavator range with the new PC26E-6.
The move has been described as marking a key milestone in the manufacturer's...
Liebherr confirms new developments for G8 crawler excavators
LIEBHERR has announced a number of new settings and assistance systems for its generation 8 crawler excavators.
The developments are designed to better meet market...
EMH Plant appointed to CASE’s UK construction dealer network
CASE Construction Equipment has added EMH Plant to its UK dealer network, with the business assuming responsibility for the North East and North Yorkshire...
Powered access provider donates almost £10,000 to charities and community causes in 2025
POWERED access supplier Nationwide Platforms revealed it has donated almost £10,000 to charitable causes and local community initiatives over the past year.
A total of...
GAP Group announces passing of joint MD Douglas Anderson
GAP Group has announced the passing of joint MD Douglas Anderson.
Douglas Anderson, who was 70, was a giant of the Scottish plant industry. A...
Safety first: SER invests in collision warning system
STEVENS Equipment Rental (SER) has announced it has become the first Finning UK & Ireland customer to purchase a Cat 972 wheel loader with...
Entries open for CPA Stars of the Future Awards 2026
ENTRIES are now open for the 14th annual CPA Stars of the Future Awards.
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is searching for this year’s most...
SANY welcomes new dealer to UK network
SANY UK has appointed T H WHITE Ltd as the firm's authorised dealer for construction machinery sales, service, and parts across the West Midlands...
Scot JCB seeks applicants for 2026 apprenticeship programme
SCOT JCB Group has launched its 2026 Apprenticeship Recruitment Programme.
This year, apprenticeship vacancies are available in Alnwick, Carlisle, Dumfries, Edinburgh, Forfar, Kelso, and Newcastle....
Hillhouse Group appoints new CEO
TROON-based quarrying and construction materials specialist Hillhouse Group has appointed Alistair Borthwick as the firm's new CEO.
He is succeeding Robert McNaughton, who retires in...
Metal processing plant and material handling kit offered in online auction
A fleet of waste-handling plant, material handlers, and heavy-duty processing equipment previously operated by Acetech Metals Ltd is for sale via online auction.
The assets...
CEA appoints new commercial manager
SHARON Mughal has been appointed as the new commercial manager of the CEA (Construction Equipment Association).
She has more than a decade of senior experience...
Unimogs land incident response role with Environment Agency
THE Environment Agency has snapped up two Mercedes-Benz Unimog vehicles to support its incident response role across the country.
The vehicles will be used when...
Dundee demolition contractor snaps up new JCB 370X
DUNDEE-based demolition and dismantling specialist Safedem has snapped up a new JCB 370X tracked excavator for use in complex projects across the country.
Supplied by...
Construction underway on new Finning rebuild workshop
WORK is underway on construction of a new Rebuild Centre of Excellence workshop at Finning UK & Ireland's HQ.
The facility is designed to accommodate...
Komatsu and engcon collaboration marks ‘significant step’ toward smarter excavation solutions
ENGCON has announced it is strengthening its collaboration with Komatsu, focusing on simplifying installation and reducing overall costs for end users of the Komatsu...
BPI to manage asset disposal following closure of Warwick Ward
BPI has been appointed to manage the disposal and sale of construction plant and equipment following the closure of Warwick Ward (Machinery) Ltd.
The asset...
First Hitachi EX2000-7 ultra-large excavator arrives in Europe
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has announced the arrival of Europe’s first EX2000-7 ultra-large excavator.
The 200-tonne machine was delivered to a customer in France following assembly...
Sunbelt Rentals launches Wreaths Across Great Britain to honour veterans
SUNBELT Rentals UK & Ireland is launching Wreaths Across Great Britain throughout December.
The new remembrance initiative has been created to honour veterans resting in...
Show debut marks milestone in LGMG’s UK plans
LGMG Machinery UK will make its debut at the Executive Hire Show in February, marking another milestone in the company’s growing presence in the...
Aberfeldy business makes landmark Bron mulcher purchase
ABERFELDY-based Cross Civils and Construction has snapped up the first forestry machine to be sold into Europe by Canadian heavy agricultural and construction equipment...
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...
CRJ Services retains Investors in People Silver accreditation
WASTE, recycling, and material processing equipment specialist CRJ Services has announced it has successfully retained its Investors in People Silver accreditation.
The accreditation reflects the company's...
Lighthouse Charity lunch raises £270,000
THE Lighthouse Charity's premier fundraising and networking event has raised nearly £270,000 for the construction community.
Almost 950 guests attended the annual lunch at the...
Mercedes-Benz Trucks expands Scottish network with new Perth authorised repairer
MERCEDES-Benz Trucks has expanded its network in Scotland with the official opening of a new authorised repairer in Perth.
The new service, repair and parts...
JCB employees deliver record year for Christmas Toy Appeal
JCB employees across the UK have delivered a record year for the company’s annual Christmas Toy Appeal by donating a whopping 1,787 gifts.
Donations poured...
Develon expands electric excavator portfolio
DEVELON is expanding its portfolio of electric excavators to help customers transition from diesel to zero-emission machines.
The manufacturer said the expansion recognises the 'urgency...
Hitachi to establish LANDCROS development facility in Germany
HITACHI Construction Machinery will establish LANDCROS Development Center Europe GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary in Germany, effective January 1, 2026. The move has been...
Liebherr batching plant proves a concrete success for Tru Mix
TRU Mix, part of the Tru7 Group, has become one of the first companies in the UK to install the new modular Liebherr Mobilmix...
