CITB confirms Scottish investment to attract and retain new workers
CITB has announced it is investing £3 million into Scottish construction to support people at the beginning of their careers and increase job retention.
The...
JCB operators tell of pride at role in Platinum Jubilee Pageant
FIVE JCB machines representing landmark years of Her Majesty the Queen’s 70-year reign featured in the Platinum Jubilee Pageant in London on June 5.
The...
Terex Finlay announces global rebrand to ‘update and refresh’ its image
TEREX Finlay has announced a rebrand of the business to 'update and refresh its image based on its traditional core values and future strategies'.
The...
Mecalac swings into action with three new launches
MECALAC has announced the launch of three new swing loaders.
The AS750, AS850 and AS1000 models join the existing AS600, AS900tele, AS1600 and AS210 machines.
The...
Recycling specialist’s expansion plans gather pace with £450,000 ‘green jobs’ funding
BREWSTER Brothers has secured more than £450,000 grant funding from Scottish Enterprise to create 22 new 'green jobs'.
The Livingston-based company recycles 99% of all...
Miller unveils special-edition Jubilee buckets
MILLER Ground-breaking has announced the launch of seven special-edition buckets to celebrate seven decades of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.
The first bucket marks both...
Volvo builds articulated hauler using fossil-free steel
VOLVO has announced it has become the first manufacturer to deliver a construction machine built using fossil-free steel to a customer.
The A30G articulated hauler...
Kubota launches new machine tracking system
KUBOTA has announced the launch of a new telematics portal to help operators increase machine efficiency and security.
The Kubota Tracking System portal enables users...
‘Field to finish’ solutions to be demonstrated by tech specialist at Hillhead 2022
TRIMBLE technology partner SITECH UK and Ireland is bringing a simulator to Hillhead 2022 to give visitors the chance to experience the Trimble Earthworks...
Steelwrist launches new tiltrotator for smaller excavators
STEELWRIST is introducing the new X02 tiltrotator, described as suitable for 1.5-2.5t excavators.
The product will be shown for the first time at the Swedish...
Terex Washing Systems set for double machine launch
TEREX Washing Systems (TWS) has confirmed it will unveil two new machines at Hillhead 2022 and announce further details about the firm's direct selling...
Rokbak adds to US dealer network
MOTHERWELL-based articulated hauler manufacturer Rokbak is expanding its North American presence even further after signing up a new dealer to service customers across Kansas...
New Viking scraper tipped to boost road surface preparation projects
SURFACE preparation specialist National Flooring Equipment has released a new ride-in scraper designed to provide contractors with 'efficient' floor preparation equipment for outdoor applications.
The...
Kubota challenges operators to put their skills to the test
KUBOTA UK is challenging operators to put their skills to the test as part of the celebrations to mark 25 years as the country’s...
SANY wheeled excavator set for Hillhead debut
SANY has revealed plans to give a UK debut to the SY155W wheeled excavator at this year's Hillhead exhibition.
This 16-tonne digger has been in...
Sandvik launches ‘enhanced’ three-deck Doublescreen solution
SANDVIK Mobile Crushers and Screens has launched its new QA452, described as the latest evolution of the Sandvik QA Series products and three-deck Doublescreen...
Scot Agri to mark first year with equipment debut at Royal Highland Show
JCB’S newly-launched Fastrac iCON is set to make its Scottish exhibition debut at the Royal Highland Show next month where Scot Agri, the Scot...
Royal seal of approval as JCB machines hit the road for Platinum Jubilee celebrations
JCB machines from both past and the present were given a patriotic send off as they headed to London to take part in Her...
Kobelco adds ‘multi-dismantling machine’ to recycling portfolio
KOBELCO has added to its recycling equipment portfolio with the launch of the SK140SRD-7 multi-dismantling machine.
The manufacturer said that while in many ways its body...
New skills portal launched to boost career opportunities in Scotland’s built environment
A new guide to courses and training available within Scotland’s construction industry has been launched by the Scottish Construction Leadership Forum (CLF).
Officially known as...
Trio of new members elected to SPOA executive committee
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has announced that James Currie, Gary Robertson and Robin Bryant have all been elected to the trade body's...
Competitors sought for Caterpillar operator challenge
FINNING has started its UK and Ireland search for the top operators to compete in the Caterpillar Global Operator Challenge 2022/23.
Participants will need to...
Cat unveils Next Generation compact wheel loaders
CAT has announced the launch of the Next Generation 906, 907, and 908 wheel loaders, which build on the manufacturer's M-Series compact models.
The new...
Hilti GB boosts sustainability goals with electric vehicle rollout
TOOL manufacturer and construction solutions company Hilti has announced it has started its latest rollout of electric vehicles, replacing more than 200 cars across...
Plantworx dates confirmed for 2023
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has confirmed the dates for the next Plantworx exhibition.
The three-day construction machinery show returns to the East of England...
Mecalac has ‘lots to share’ with Hillhead 2022 visitors
MECALAC has revealed plans to showcase the latest models from its compact portfolio at Hillhead 2022.
On display will be machines from the manufacturer's MDX...
Welfare unit specialist teams up with industry charity on new initiative
WELFARE manufacturer Boss Cabins has teamed up with the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity for a new initiative to promote awareness of the support the...
Bobcat launches certified pre-owned scheme to give customers a ‘like new’ machine experience
BOBCAT has announced the launch of ‘Bobcat Certified’, a new certified pre-owned programme described as offering customers a 'dependable' route to procure a quality...
Genie confirms return of ‘jobsite workhorse’ in Europe
GENIE has announced the return of the Z-45/25J RT articulated boom lift in Europe.
For more than 30 years, the manufacturer said the 'durability and...
Hybrid excavators boost environmental aims for earthworks contractor
HAVING taken delivery of the UK’s first Volvo EC750E and EC950E excavators and L25 Electric wheeled loader from SMT GB, Collins Earthworks has now...
