Sandvik strengthens executive management team
SANDVIK has announced that Sofia Sirvell will become Chief Digital Officer (CDO) and a member of the group executive management from the start of...
Partnership approach pays off as Volvo converts L120 wheel loader to electric
VOLVO Construction Equipment has developed a solution to convert the L120 wheel loader to electric as part of the company's sustainability drive.
Developed with partners...
engcon ends ‘historic year’ with strongest ever sales quarter
ENGCON has reported 'record' high net sales and 'stable profitability' for the final quarter of 2022.
The Swedish-headquartered tiltrotator manufacturer said that while order intake...
CITB’s employer network pilot to offer ‘sector specific’ support
EMPLOYERS can now receive advice and support from sector specific networks, as part of the Construction Industry Training Board’s (CITB) employer network pilot.
The organisation...
AB2K launches new training academy in Whitburn
AB2K has opened a new training academy in Whitburn in a bid to combat workforce shortages across Scotland's construction, road, and rail sectors.
The Cambuslang...
Plantworx platform for SMEs with BIG ideas
ORGANISERS of Plantworx 2023 have confirmed the event will feature a distinct platform for start-up businesses via the BIG Ideas Zone.
The zone will be...
Terex embarks on project to ship 30 machines from UK to Australia
TEREX, in cooperation with DHL Global Forwarding’s industrial projects division, has chartered a vessel to convey a consignment of 30 Powerscreen, Finlay and Terex...
Volvo confirms battery pack investment at excavator plant
VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced a multi-million pound investment into battery pack production at its excavator plant in Changwon, South Korea.
With the SEK 80...
Treasury urged to act now to address plant hire sector concerns
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has written to UK chancellor Jeremy Hunt to urge the treasury to work with the plant hire sector to address industry...
Milestone Doosan ADT rolls off the production line
THE 10,000th Doosan ADT built at the Elnesvågen plant outside Molde in Norway has rolled off the production line.
Production started at the plant in...
CDE recruits for two new senior roles
WET processing specialist CDE has announced it is recruiting for two new senior roles.
The head of business development and head of operations positions represent...
Rokbak haulers prove their worth on landmark pipeline task
TWO Rokbak RA30 haulers are playing an important role in the largest ever pipe installation of its kind in Utah, America.
Contractor BHI has been tasked...
New SANY electric excavator catches the eye at Executive Hire Show
SANY UK & Ireland has hailed the level of interest shown in the firm's new electric mini-excavator, which was unveiled for the first time...
Sunbelt Rentals makes significant solar-powered lighting towers investment
SUNBELT Rentals has snapped up 300 solar-powered lighting towers manufactured by Trime.
The company made the move in response to growing demand for emission-free equipment....
Finning looks to help drive diversity and inclusion in construction sector
FINNING UK & Ireland has signed up as a partner for the 2023 Inspiring Women in Construction and Engineering programme.
A collaboration with Construction News...
Komatsu boom change system offers ‘new level’ of demolition efficiency
KOMATSU has revealed that its K100 boom change system for the PC490HRD-11 has demonstrated a 'new level of demolition project efficiency' for customers.
The system...
Construction charity launches free e-learning modules
THE Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity is launching a new e-learning programme on Valentine's Day to help spread some love and support within the sector.
The...
Genie platform looks to boost site productivity
THE Genie 13ft four-metre platform for boom lifts is now available for use on three Genie XC boom lifts.
The manufacturer explained that the platform...
JCB marks ‘giant leap forward’ in hydrogen ambitions
JCB has announced it has made a 'major breakthrough' in proving the wider appeal of hydrogen combustion technology by installing one of its hydrogen...
New analysis highlights ‘growing confidence’ in recycled aggregates in Scotland
NEW research by Livingston-based resource management specialist Brewster Brothers has highlighted evidence of the 'growing confidence' in recycled aggregates.
An analysis of the principal housebuilders...
‘Very strong’ Q4 growth sees equipment sales exceed 2021 levels
SALES of construction equipment in 2022 finished above 2021 levels, new analysis has revealed.
Following 'very strong growth' in the final quarter of the year...
New Hyundai heavy line forklifts aim to put operators in control
HYUNDAI Material Handling has launched a new range of heavy line diesel forklift trucks, comprising ten models with lift capacities of 7-30 tonnes.
The manufacturer...
CQIC initiative tipped to help transform Scotland’s construction industry
THE transformation of Scotland's construction industry has been ramped up with the formation of the new Construction Quality Improvement Collaborative (CQIC).
Launched under the remit...
UK Government gives green light for JCB to test hydrogen-powered backhoe on UK roads
THE UK Government has approved the use of the world’s first digger powered by a hydrogen combustion engine on UK roads.
Special dispensation, under a...
Next generation Cat loaders aim to enhance operator efficiency
CAT has announced that the new 950 and 962 next generation wheel loaders boast technologies that 'boost efficiencies, provide consistent bucket fill factors, and...
SPOA crowns annual apprentice award winners
DEKLYN Feather and Andrew Manson have been crowned Apprentices of the Year 2022/2023 by the Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA).
Deklyn, who works for EMN...
Specially branded Hitachi digger to raise cash for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
HITACHI Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) has teamed up with Synergy Hire to raise funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, started by the late...
Doosan Bobcat to provide equipment to earthquake-hit areas of Turkey
DOOSAN Bobcat has confirmed plans to provide equipment worth around $1 million for relief and recovery activities in the earthquake-stricken areas of Turkey.
The plant...
Five ways Rokbak haulers help to save you money
With the current economic situation, it’s more important than ever to reduce costs and achieve the lowest total cost of ownership possible. Rokbak’s senior...
Sector challenges in the spotlight at CPA conference
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has announced that this year's CPA conference will be hosted on Thursday 9th November around the theme of ‘Facing...
