Another level: Astec machines prove their worth in Scotland
ALLOA-based O’Kane Equipment Solutions has been appointed the official distributor for Astec’s crushing, screening and washing equipment across Scotland and northern England.
With multiple units...
Hillhead 2026 proves demand for in-person events is alive and well
HILLHEAD 2026 was another resounding success, with the event welcoming a record 627 exhibitors and over 18,000 unique visitors over three days.
As ever, the...
Hire firms benefit from keeping it in the family
GAP Group has expressed its delight after winning the Large Business of the Year category at the Scotland Business of the Year Awards 2026.
The...
New plant simulator suite at Forth Valley College will help drive industry skills goals
THE curriculum at Forth Valley College’s (FVC) new state-of-the-art Multi-Vehicle Driving Simulator Suite will be driven by industry needs, reflecting the learning institute’s ambition...
Sunward adds to UK dealer network
SUNWARD has strengthened its UK dealer network with the appointment of EP Industries to cover Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and Yorkshire.
Based in Derbyshire and founded...
Develon launches upgraded version of mini-excavator
DEVELON has launched an upgraded version of its DX35Z-7 four-tonne Stage V-compliant mini-excavator.
The Develon DW01 18.4 kW (25 HP) diesel engine replaces the previous...
Eagle Plant cements long-standing Takeuchi relationship with landmark machine deal
ONE of Takeuchi’s longest-standing customers has snapped up a new 3-Series 15-tonne TB3150R excavator, which was launched at Hillhead 2026.
Eagle Plant - which has...
Free suicide prevention training launched for construction workers
NEW digital training aimed at increasing awareness and reducing suicide amongst sole traders and self-employed construction workers has launched ahead of World Suicide Prevention...
Forsyth of Denny purchases Scotland’s first LTM 1300-6.4 crane
FORSYTH of Denny has purchased Scotland’s first Liebherr LTM 1300-6.4 six-axle all-terrain crane.
The delivery follows the arrival of the firm's first LTM 1300-6.3 in...
Thousands attend family construction event at Glasgow’s Riverside Museum
YOUNGSTERS had the opportunity to experience construction machinery at Glasgow’s Riverside Museum last weekend, in an event designed to inspire the next generation of...
Sustainable procurement drive leads to ‘bumper’ Kobelco haul
EMMITT Plant has worked with Molson Equipment to upgrade the fuel efficiency of its fleet, as the firm looks to support more tier one...
Wacker Neuson reports rise in revenue and profitability in first half of 2026
THE Wacker Neuson Group has reported an increased revenue of 16.9% for the first six months of 2026 when compared with the same period...
ABAX launches AI-powered video telematics for UK fleets
ABAX, a provider of smart mobility solutions, has announced the launch of ABAX Vision AI in the UK, which integrates high-definition video evidence and...
AMD snaps up first JCB 420X tracked excavator in Scotland
AMD Contract Services has completed a landmark deal by investing in the first JCB 420X tracked excavator in Scotland.
Supplied by Scot JCB, the model...
CITB report shows workers becoming less willing to travel long distances for jobs
A new CITB report has revealed that workers are becoming less willing to travel long distances for employment, highlighting the need to develop localised workforces...
Develon diggers prove their worth on Highland forestry projects
DEVELON dealer Gordons Construction has been helping a Highland contractor to balance tough terrain with environmental care during demanding forestry tasks.
Duncan Boyd, owner of DAB...
Hydrogen-powered JCB Hydromax sets new world land speed record
JCB is celebrating after setting a new world land speed record with its hydrogen-powered JCB Hydromax.
The car recorded the average speed 400.623 mph in...
Motherwell-built hauler marks milestone for Volvo in Germany
THE first R70 rigid hauler from Volvo Construction Equipment has entered service in Germany.
Built at Volvo CE’s facility in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, the machine...
KT Montgomery expands fleet with £8m Cat equipment investment
EAST Ayrshire-based KT Montgomery has invested £8 million in new Cat machines from Finning UK & Ireland as the hire company scales up for...
Redmyle expands fleet with Cat Stage V generator investment
GLASGOW-headquartered hire specialist Redmyle has invested in Cat EU Stage V generator sets from Finning UK & Ireland.
Established in 2005, Redmyle supplies temporary power,...
Can the Scottish plant industry flourish under PM Burnham?
SPOA (Scottish Plant Owners Association) president David Jarvie considers the first few weeks of Andy Burnham's premiership and explores what impact his plans might...
JCB Hydromax achieves new SCTA speed record ahead of world record attempt
JCB's hydrogen-powered Hydromax streamliner has achieved an SCTA speed record on the Bonneville Salt Flats.
The model reached 368.347mph at the land speed racing event....
SER hails impact of ‘hydrogen-on-demand’ tech following nine-month field trial
STEVENS Equipment Rental (SER) has hailed the impact of Ultimate Cell’s hydrogen-on-demand technology, following the conclusion of a nine-month field trial.
The evaluation focused on...
Overall construction activity stagnates in Scotland despite rise in infrastructure workloads
OVERALL construction activity in Scotland was 'relatively stagnant' in the second quarter of 2026, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)...
Project complete to restore 273 hectares of peatland in Dunblane
SOME 273 hectares of peatland has been restored in a project led by Network Rail, Forth Rivers Trust, and NatureScot.
The work, at Knoxfauld Farm...
GBSS Civil Engineering invests in workforce training
FALKIRK-based GBSS Civil Engineering has supported 15 employees in achieving SVQs across a range of construction disciplines over the past year.
The news comes following...
Safe digging specialist earns growth recognition
SAFE digging company LSBUD has been featured as one of the UK's top 100 fastest growing businesses in the annual ORESA Growth Index.
The Index...
No wrong path: Highlands and Islands youngsters urged to embrace local opportunities
SCHOOL leavers across the Highlands and Islands are being encouraged to build successful careers in the region, regardless of what their exam results are.
The...
Southern Cranes strengthens fleet with double Liebherr purchase
SOUTHERN Cranes & Access has strengthened its fleet with two new Liebherr mobile cranes.
The firm has snapped up a five-axle LTM 1150-5.3 alongside the...
Innovative peatland restoration method utilised on Highland wind farm project
AN alternative peatland restoration method has been undertaken at Golticlay Wind Farm in Caithness.
The wind farm is being delivered by Farrans on behalf of...
