AMPS appoints new director general with mission to ‘raise profile and broaden scope’
AMPS (the Association of Manufacturers and suppliers of Power generating Systems) has appointed David Oates as director general.
The trade association for the UK’s diesel and...
Kubota launches ‘game-changing’ OnSite app
KUBOTA has launched a new app containing information about every machine within the manufacturer's construction range.
The OnSite app works via a QR code attached...
Construction bosses urged to invest in employee wellbeing
A new poll has claimed that construction employers are offering ‘some of the lowest’ levels of mental health and wellbeing support to staff across...
Contract hirer adds tracked dumpers to portfolio
Dawsongroup emc has added Prinoth Panther T14R tracked rotating dump vehicles to its fleet.
The supplier of industrial, municipal and specialist vehicles now has a...
JCB golf course to welcome return of sporting legends
JCB has announced that a tour event is set to return to the firm's golf club following the success of the inaugural competition last...
JMS Plant Hire adds to commercial vehicle fleet
JMS Plant Hire has snapped up two new DAF XF 530 Super Space Cab 6x2 tractor units and three new Nooteboom 3-axle stepframe trailers.
Supplied...
MHM to highlight low-emission solutions at Executive Hire Show
THE MHM Group has revealed it has been chosen to speak at the Innovation Trail Live as part of this year’s Executive Hire Show.
The...
Firms considering EV switch urged to act now to benefit from tax relief scheme
CONSTRUCTION businesses looking to transition to electric vehicles are being reminded they have until 31st March to take advantage of a government tax relief...
Speedy accreditation highlights progress on environmental ambitions
EQUIPMENT hirer Speedy has revealed it has been awarded a Grade B on the Carbon Disclosure Programme accreditation, which assesses a firm's ability to...
Manitou hails ‘commitment’ of its team following significant revenue rise
MANITOU Group has revealed revenues of €730 million for the final quarter of 2022 - a 54% rise compared with the same period 12...
Motherwell-built haulers set for Las Vegas outing
ROKBAK haulers are set to go on display for the first time ever at a North American trade show.
The Motherwell-based manufacturer revealed the RA30...
‘Value-added features’ help new Takeuchi short tail excavator stand out
TAKEUCHI is adding to its portfolio of short tail excavators with the launch of the 3.8-tonne TB335R.
One of the new 3-Series machines, the new...
Volvo reports ‘steady rise’ in machinery sales
VOLVO Construction Equipment has reported a 'steady' rise in sales for 2022, securing 'good profitability while accelerating in the sustainable industry transformation'.
The manufacturer revealed...
Kubota eyes exciting future following ‘record’ year for construction division in 2022
KUBOTA UK has hailed a 'record-breaking year' for machinery sales in 2022, which saw a 14% rise in units sold.
In a year that saw...
McHale adds Jonsson Crushers equipment to expanding portfolio
MCHALE Plant Sales has been appointed as distributors in Ireland for the Jonsson Crushers range of mobile crushing equipment.
The move follows a 'very good...
Hire association confirms ‘milestone’ SafeHire agreement with Build UK
HIRE Association Europe (HAE) has announced it has reached an agreement with Build UK to recognise the Common Assessment Standard as part of its...
Finning expands Scottish dealer network with multiple appointments
FINNING UK & Ireland has added three new Scottish firms as authorised sales and service centres (ASSC) to make it easier for customers in...
Bobcat compact loader inventors earn hall of fame induction
BROTHERS Cyril and Louis Keller, who invented the world’s first compact loader (later named the Bobcat skid-steer loader), have been selected as inductees for...
Global forklift market set for ‘consistent growth’ over the next decade
THE global forklift market is expected to see 'consistent growth' of 4-5% over the next decade, new research has revealed.
According to Interact Analysis’ Global...
Demand for pothole fixers reaches ‘all-time high’
JCB has agreed a deal with commercial asset supplier Dawsongroup for five more of its pothole fixing machines to help tackle Britain’s backlog of...
SANY electric excavator set for UK debut at Executive Hire Show
SANY UK & Ireland has announced that its SY19E electric excavator will make its UK debut at the Executive Hire Show next month.
The model,...
New ‘van stock’ feature aims to transform visibility of rental parts for hire firms
RENTAL software supplier MCS has developed a new feature which allows hire companies to keep track of stock availability and quantities held in vans.
By...
Volvo confirms multi-million pound investment in electric wheel loader production
VOLVO Construction Equipment has announced a circa $6.3 million investment in electric wheel loader production at its plant in Arvika, Sweden.
The move will allow...
Plant hire and haulage business drives forward expansion plans with vehicle investment
L Lynch Plant Hire & Haulage has snapped up 17 new vehicles from MV Commercial as part of the company's fleet expansion programme.
The order...
JCB to introduce smallest ever Loadall at upcoming exhibition
JCB is set so showcase its smallest ever Loadall telehandler at the Executive Hire Show.
The 514-40 has a cab height of just 1.8m and...
Appeal launched to provide ‘desperately needed’ generators for Ukraine
A rental industry appeal is targeting 10,000 'desperately needed' generators for Ukraine as freezing winter temperatures grip the war-torn country.
The Plant & Hire Aid...
Summit presence highlights Rokbak’s commitment to North American market
MOTHERWELL-based Rokbak has hailed new partnerships formed at the recent Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Summit in Chicago, Illinois.
The annual convention for equipment distributors aims...
Kubota launches new online solutions hub
KUBOTA has launched an online communication website bringing together customer stories and solutions from the various brands under the Kubota Group umbrella.
The Kubota Group...
April date confirmed for Hire Awards of Excellence 2023
THE Hire Association Europe Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) annual Hire Awards of Excellence will take place on Saturday April 22 at Grosvenor House,...
UK exhibition outing for new Bobcat electric mini
THE new Bobcat E19e two-tonne electric mini-excavator will be showcased for the first time in the UK at the upcoming Executive Hire Show in...
