New devolved tax aims to promote circular construction practices
A new devolved tax is to be launched by the Scottish Government aimed at promoting circular construction practices.
The Scottish Aggregates Tax will replace the...
Cream of the crop: NPC to showcase top pile cropping solutions at ScotPlant 2026
NATIONAL Pile Croppers (NPC) has confirmed plans to showcase the company’s top pile cropping solutions at ScotPlant 2026.
The firm revealed its pile croppers are...
King Trailers are in for the long haul
KING Trailers will be exhibiting a selection of its heavy-duty transport solutions at ScotPlant 2026, highlighting key products across its portfolio for the specialist...
New report explores ways to transform Scotland’s construction workforce pathways
A new report has explored how Scotland can strengthen the flow of new entrants into the construction and built environment workforce.
Pathways to Productivity, commissioned...
Finning field service engineer triumphs in global skills challenge
FINNING field service technician Tom March was crowned the world’s best Cat equipment maintenance engineer at the Caterpillar Global Dealer Technician Challenge.
He triumphed in...
IPAF launches new MEWP spotter training course
THE International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has released a new eLearning MEWP Spotter Training Course, designed for anyone who assists a mobile elevating work...
Latest Hitachi haul boosts Touchstone’s fleet expansion plans
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK has been supporting the latest fleet expansion of Touchstone Civil Engineering, a company that has grown rapidly since being founded...
Rototilt to mark four decades of innovation at ScotPlant 2026
ROTOTILT is gearing up for its largest ever presence at ScotPlant 2026, with a line-up that does justice to the 40th anniversary of Rototilt...
Safety footwear range set for ScotPlant launch
BRANDED workwear, PPE and safety equipment specialist Suresafe Protection Ltd will be launching the firm’s K2 Greek safety footwear range at ScotPlant 2026.
The company’s display...
Police launch appeal following vehicle and plant thefts in Stirling
POLICE are appealing for information following multiple vehicle and plant thefts in the Stirling area.
At around 11pm on Sunday, 15 March, 2026, a plant...
Takeuchi on track for another standout ScotPlant showing
TAKEUCHI will be back in the firm’s usual spot at ScotPlant 2026 with a stand packed full of new models as the business celebrates 30...
Astrak to wear it well at ScotPlant 2026
KIRKCALDY-headquartered Astrak will be showcasing a selection of undercarriage wear parts and excavator buckets designed to keep machines working reliably on site at ScotPlant...
Steelwrist to showcase third generation tiltrotators at ScotPlant 2026
STEELWRIST will be showcasing the manufacturer’s third generation XTR tiltrotators alongside the newest addition the SQ coupler range – the SQ40 – at ScotPlant...
S Type X aims to give ScotPlant visitors the boot!
S Type X will be running a social media competition to win a boot tray and personalised dipper guard at ScotPlant 2026.
The business made...
LGMG UK out to make an impression on ScotPlant debut
LGMG UK will be exhibiting for the first time at ScotPlant 2026, showcasing a range of machines from its fleet including the LGMG H1840...
Komatsu Europe aims to accelerate digital tool adoption
SMART Construction, the digital arm of Komatsu, has announced plans to accelerate digital tool adoption by embedding high-density site data and as-built capture capabilities...
Speedy Hire launches biodiversity footprint assessment of hire equipment
SPEEDY Hire has launched a new biodiversity footprint assessment of construction hire equipment.
For the first time, customers will see the biodiversity impact of the...
Volvo CE to close Rokbak business
VOLVO CE has announced plans to close its Rokbak articulated hauler business due to 'rising costs and global trade challenges'.
For more than four decades,...
Digger Girl makes tracks for ScotPlant 2026
AMY Underwood, aka Digger Girl, will be hosting her own stand at ScotPlant 2026.
The Scottish plant operator and social media sensation – who has...
T-REX gets ready to roar into ScotPlant!
SUCTION Excavation UK is gearing up for the firm’s ScotPlant debut this year, with a line-up that includes the new T-REX vacuum excavation system...
Scottish firm honoured at Develon dealer conference in Rome
GORDONS Construction Equipment was named Best Heavy Machines Dealer at the recent Develon European Dealer Conference, held in Rome.
The event attracted personnel from 66...
CEA to support Hydrogen Energy Association conference
THE CEA (Construction Equipment Association) will support the Hydrogen Energy Association (HEA) Annual Conference 2026 as an official event partner.
The two-day conference will take...
SER aims to make the personal connection count at ScotPlant 2026
PLANT hire specialist Stevens Equipment Rental (SER) will make its first official appearance at ScotPlant this year, as the firm continues to strengthen relationships...
IPAF earns award recognition for annual safety report
THE International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has been recognised at the Trade Association Forum (TAF) Awards, winning Publication of the Year for its Global...
Buckhurst agrees landmark haul of Takeuchi machines
BUCKHURST Plant Hire has strengthened its rental fleet with the purchase of more than 110 new Takeuchi machines.
The national hirer has expanded its fleet...
Latest solutions set to lift Liebherr to new heights at ScotPlant 2026
MANUFACTURING giant Liebherr has announced plans to present a diverse and application‑focused line‑up of machinery at ScotPlant 2026, offering visitors a practical overview of...
Red Rhino set to crash into ScotPlant with powerful new crusher
RED Rhino is set to crash into ScotPlant 2026 with its compact crushing and screening equipment.
The firm’s display will include the latest addition to...
CITB announces Employer Networks budget for 2026-27
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has confirmed changes to the funding system in response to increased demand for services.
The CITB’s Employer Networks budget...
New Develon smart excavators poised for ScotPlant showcase
SCOTPLANT 2026 will host the first Scottish showing of the new Develon Series 9 range of smart crawler excavators.
The machines will be displayed on...
Komatsu launches next-generation bulldozers
KOMATSU has introduced its next-generation bulldozers, led by the D175AX-10 which the manufacturer said sets a new benchmark for safety, efficiency, productivity and reliability...
