Nationwide Platforms engineering manager aims to ‘Strike Out Stigma’ this Diabetes Week
AN engineering manager at powered access specialist Nationwide Platforms is marking Diabetes Week by proving that the condition needn't be an obstacle to success...
Leica RTC series ‘sets new benchmark’ in scanning accuracy
LEICA Geosystems has launched the new RTC series of terrestrial laser scanners.
The Leica RTC300, 500, and 700 series is said to combine the 'speed,...
Portable power innovation wins top European product accolade
PORTABLE power specialist Instagrid is celebrating after winning the Product of the Year category at the 2026 European Rental Awards (ERA).
The firm triumphed for...
Ten LiuGong machines set for Hillhead debut
LiuGong will present a 12-machine line-up at Hillhead 2026, including 10 machines appearing at the exhibition for the first time.
The firm revealed its stand...
Inaugural UK LANDCROS Operator Challenge winner crowned
ANDREW Walker from Herring Plant Hire triumphed at the first ever UK LANDCROS Operator Challenge and will now represent the UK at the European...
SANY UK appoints new authorised dealer for material handlers
SANY Heavy Machinery UK has appointed E H Hassell & Sons as an authorised dealer for SANY material handlers.
E H Hassell & Son celebrated...
CPA Conference 2026 puts major construction challenges under the spotlight
THE biggest issues facing the UK construction sector were put under the spotlight at the recent Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) Conference in London.
The event brought...
CRJ welcomes extended warranty announcement on TANA shredders
FIRMS investing in TANA shredders can now benefit from an extended warranty programme covering all new TANA Shark and TANA Hammerhead shredders ordered throughout...
Red Rhino to put jaw crusher through its paces at Hillhead 2026
RED Rhino Crushers has revealed it will be running live demonstrations of its RR 8000 jaw crusher throughout Hillhead 2026.
Built for demanding, high-volume applications, the...
CASE to host European debut of new backhoe loader at Hillhead 2026
CASE has announced that Hillhead 2026 will be the destination for the European premiere of a brand new backhoe loader model.
The model will join...
Sunbelt Rentals earns recognition for sustainability achievements
SUNBELT Rentals UK & Ireland has achieved the EcoVadis Platinum award, which places the business in the top 1% of companies assessed globally for...
Trime generators added to Hire and Supplies fleet
DUMFRIES-based Hire and Supplies Limited has invested in a fleet of Trime power generators.
The order comprises a line of 6kVA, 10kVA and 20kVA sets,...
McHale Komatsu to celebrate new Xwatch supplier partnership at Hillhead
MCHALE Komatsu will officially announce its appointment as an approved supplier for Xwatch Safety Solutions at Hillhead 2026.
Attendees will be able to see the...
New loaders take centre stage at Bobcat Demo Days
THE new loader range was the focus of attention at the recent Bobcat Demo Days event in Dobris, Czech Republic.
The new R-Series skid-steer and...
World Cup is a family affair for AMD Contract Services boss
FRASER Dykes, the managing director of Dumfries-based AMD Contract Services, has spoken of his pride after second cousin Lyndon Dykes was named in Scotland’s...
Contractors invited to bid for A9 Dualling framework agreement
TRANSPORT Scotland has announced a milestone in the delivery of the A9 Dualling Programme with the publication of a £1.94 billion contract notice, inviting...
Changing machinery usage patterns ‘contributing to Stage V engine issues’
CHANGING machinery usage patterns across construction, rental and power generation applications are contributing to Stage V engine reliability issues, according to Perkins engine specialist...
CEA-funded training supports police recovery of stolen equipment
CEA-funded police training has helped officers identify stolen surveying equipment during a search linked to a burglary investigation.
The case came to light following a...
Develon awarded major contract to supply dozers to Polish Army
DEVELON has been awarded a contract to supply up to 70 DD130 dozers to the Polish Army.
The tender, led by Poland’s 3rd Regional Logistics...
Livingston powered access specialist expands spider lift portfolio
LIVINGSTON-based powered access hire specialist Nu-Hire is investing in Tadano Oil&Steel platforms to grow its spider lift rental fleet.
Supplied by Hird Sales, the firm...
Aberdeen firm invests further £3m in water treatment fleet
OSSO, an Aberdeen-headquartered specialist provider of fluid temperature control and separation solutions, has invested a further £3 million in its water treatment fleet.
The investment...
SPOA annual review highlights progress in key focus areas
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has published its annual review, celebrating key achievements over the last 12 months including the launch of new...
Aberdeen firm fined after worker seriously injured by forklift truck
A shipping company based in Aberdeen has been fined after an employee suffered serious and life-changing injuries when he was struck by a forklift...
Glensanda Quarry awarded Biodiversity Benchmark accreditation
HOLCIM UK’s Glensanda Estate and Granite Quarry - Europe's largest hard rock quarry - has been awarded The Wildlife Trusts’ Biodiversity Benchmark accreditation in...
McHale ‘in determined mood to do deals’ at Hillhead 2026
MCHALE Plant Sales has announced its Hillhead 2026 line-up will include a number of new Komatsu models.
The display will feature the new HM460-6 ADT,...
Three-year pilot highlights benefits of fleet management solution
FLEET management software provider GearJoT is entering the wider UK construction market following a three-year pilot with Stevens Equipment Rental (SER) to help test...
CDE to showcase ProPress and latest innovations in clay
CDE is returning to Hillhead next month to showcase its ProPress filter press and highlight new applications for clay.
The ProPress is described as being...
Site protection specialist to launch ‘industry-first’ ten-year warranty
SITE protection specialist Zappshelter has announced an 'unprecedented' ten-year all-inclusive warranty across its entire range of industrial shelter systems.
Due to come into effect from June,...
Steelwrist reaches platinum level of quality programme
TILTROTATOR manufacturer Steelwrist has been recognised as one of Sweden’s top managed businesses for the seventh year in a row.
Best Managed Companies is a yearly quality...
Moray Council plant fleet services team wins national award
MORAY Council has won a national award for the management and maintenance of its 600 items of plant machinery and 550 vehicles.
The local authority’s...
