Heriot-Watt University looks to advance autonomous vehicles
RESEARCHERS at Heriot-Watt University are using advanced machine learning to better model human driving behaviour to improve simulators for autonomous vehicle testing.
The academics, from...
One in a million: JCB celebrates backhoe milestone
JCB, the creator of the backhoe loader, has marked the production of the one millionth machine.
Designed initially for post-war reconstruction, the concept started as...
Manitou Group’s 2024 revenues ‘in line with expectations’
MANITOU group has reported revenues of €657 million for the final quarter of 2024, down 19% compared with the same period 12 months earlier.
The firm...
Volvo maintains ‘healthy profitability’ despite lower sales volumes
VOLVO Construction Equipment has reported a 'turnaround' in the final quarter of 2024 with a sales order increase of 19%.
The manufacturer revealed it has...
Brokk confirms launch of smart attachments range
REMOTE-controlled demolition robot specialist Brokk has launched Brokk Smart Attachments, a new range of patented innovations designed to complement the Brokk SmartPower+ generation of...
Volvo launches new generation of articulated haulers
VOLVO Construction Equipment has unveiled a new class hauler as part of the manufacturer's new generation revamp.
The A50 articulated hauler boasts a 45-ton payload...
JCB to debut electric micro-excavator at Executive Hire Show
JCB has revealed plans to unveil a new electric micro-excavator at the upcoming Executive Hire Show.
The 8008E CTS joins the JCB E-TECH range of...
Lighthouse Charity reflects on record year of positive impact
THE Lighthouse Charity has revealed it set new records in 2024, reaching more people and delivering more support than ever before to construction workers...
UK construction output set for ‘gradual recovery’ this year and next
NEW research has revealed that UK construction output is set for a 'gradual recovery' this year and next, following two challenging years that have...
Hitachi to put strong focus on electric excavators at bauma 2025
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) has announced plans to show its largest ever electric excavator line-up at bauma 2025.
In partnership with KTEG, the...
Warwick Ward joins expanding Sunward dealer network
EARTHMOVING and waste recycling equipment specialist Warwick Ward has become the latest firm to join the Sunward dealer network and will now stock the...
Eddisons appoints new UK plant and machinery sales director
EDDISONS has announced an expansion of its plant and machinery division with the appointment of new director Antony Reed to the firm’s asset sales...
Hyundai to show off new models and future tech at bauma 2025
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment has announced plans to have 18 machines on display in the Middle Open Air exhibition area at bauma 2025, including ten...
Local MP sees green tech progress at Speedy Hire’s innovation centre
SPEEDY Hire recently welcomed Chris Curtis, MP for Milton Keynes North, to its innovation centre in Milton Keynes to experience the technologies being developed at...
Road surfacing business is on a roll with new compaction model
A road surfacing specialist has become the first recipient of the new JCB CT430-140 compaction model.
Hertfordshire-based North Herts Surfacing has put the new tandem...
New Finlay tracked cone crusher vows to increase production capacity
MOBILE crushing, screening, and conveying equipment specialist Finlay has launched the C-1550+ tracked cone crusher.
Building on the strengths of its C-1550 predecessor, the new...
Solutions for sites of the future to take centre stage for Liebherr at bauma
LIEBHERR has revealed plans to showcase over 70 exhibits and a variety of technologies and solutions under the theme of 'Hands on the Future'...
‘UK first’ Cat 255 compact track loaders make good first impression
FINNING has delivered the first two Cat 255 compact track loaders (CTL) in the UK to Kip Planer.
The models build on the success of...
Speedy and Scouts team up to teach safety skills and foster passion for construction
SPEEDY Hire has teamed up with The Scouts in a bid to inspire the next generation of DIYers.
The partnership will see the introduction of...
Atlas Copco unveils second generation of solar light towers
ATLAS Copco has confirmed the launch of its second generation of solar light towers, the HiLight MS 4 and MS 5.
These light towers are...
Story Scotland launches energy division to support nation’s net zero ambitions
STORY Scotland has announced the launch of a new division designed to deliver ‘innovative and efficient’ civil engineering solutions for energy customers across Scotland.
The...
Plant operators offered job ‘unlike any other’ in Antarctica
THE British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is offering plant operators the 'job of a lifetime' in Antarctica.
The opportunity comes as the organisation looks for people...
Dutch armed forces snap up raft of new Bobcat products
BOBCAT has secured orders for 53 telehandlers, 63 PA12.7v portable air compressors, and 127 compactors for the armed forces in the Netherlands.
The telehandler and...
Takeuchi UK appoints new head of sales
TAKEUCHI UK has appointed Matthew Sheridan as head of sales for UK and Ireland.
Matthew has more than 18 years' experience in the construction plant...
Rokbak haulers to be showcased at Mining Indaba 2025
SCOTTISH hauler manufacturer Rokbak will join West African equipment dealer HMD and its subsidiary Equipment Hub Ltd at Mining Indaba 2025.
Held from February 3-6...
New Holland wins major design prize for electric compact wheel loader
NEW Holland has won a GOOD DESIGN® award for its W40X Electric Power compact wheel loader.
The award is described as one of the world’s...
Rapidly expanding MKM Hire marks machinery milestone
MKM Hire has marked a milestone after completing the purchase of its 350th JCB machine.
MKM, the independent builders’ merchant, entered the rental sector in...
Government minister gets close look at JCB’s Pothole Pro solution
JCB has marked National Pothole Day by showcasing its Pothole Pro innovation to Lilian Greenwood MP, the UK Government's future of roads minister.
The machine...
Liebherr dozers with LiReCon system deliver safety benefits for Austrian armed forces
TWO new Liebherr Generation 8 PR 726 crawler dozers, equipped with the new remote control system LiReCon, are providing support for munitions clearance and...
Mecalac expands UK dealer network
MECALAC has appointed Vincents as its newest official dealer for the south west region of the UK.
The partnership will see Vincents - a family...
