Electric digger scoops top engineering innovation prize
JCB'S electric mini excavator has won a prestigious prize for engineering innovation.
The UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering announced the manufacturer's low noise, zero emissions...
Kiverco modular range offers solution for family business
A temporary recycling plant has allowed Crapper and Sons Landfill to process commercial and construction waste while the firm awaits construction of a new MRF.
The...
Liebherr’s first telescopic wheel loader unveiled
LIEBHERR has introduced the L 509 Tele, a telescopic wheel loader which combines the lift height and reach of a regular telescopic loader with...
Finning completes switch to 100% renewables
FINNING has announced it has made the switch to 100% renewable electricity across all its UK and Irish operations.
The Caterpillar dealer revealed the commitment...
JCB secures massive US military contract
JCB has announced it has landed a contract to supply the US military with a fleet of high speed excavators over the next eight...
Flannery in landmark electric telehandler purchase
GGR Group has sold the first electric telehandler to Flannery Plant Hire in the UK.
The machine will be used on the new HS2 project....
Chancellor urged to consult further over plans to cut red diesel rebate
A collective group of construction trade bodies, led by the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA), has written to UK chancellor Rishi Sunak to highlight concerns...
FMB urges chancellor to produce measures to aid sector’s recovery
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has urged UK chancellor Rishi Sunak to produce an economic package of measures that increases demand for building...
Kobelco in double next generation excavator launch
KOBELCO has launched two new excavator models to its portfolio: the multi-purpose ED160BR-7 Blade Runner and the SK140SRL-7, which is a logging specification variant...
‘More needs to be done’ to prevent construction accidents
THE construction industry has been urged to 'work much harder' in the light of new Health & Safety Executive (HSE) figures, which revealed 40...
Doosan shows off new Stage V wheel loader
DOOSAN has added the new DL420-7 Stage V wheel loader to its portfolio, boasting a new design, increased fuel efficiency and a more comfortable...
Molson adds MB Crusher to expanding portfolio
MOLSON Group has added MB Crusher equipment to its portfolio after being appointed as a distributor throughout Britain by the crushing and screening attachment...
Volvo earns top sustainability accolade
VOLVO Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has won the Best Sustainable Rental Project of the Year Award for its energy management at the 2020 European...
Latest release completes Kubota’s new 5-tonne series
KUBOTA has completed its new series of 5-tonne machines with the introduction of the U50-5.
The model joins the KX060- 5 and U56-5, which were...
PM sets out plans for ‘infrastructure revolution’
PRIME Minister Boris Johnson has set out plans for a 'New Deal' which has been tipped to put jobs and infrastructure at the centre...
Groundforce aligns attachments offering with launch of new division
GROUNDFORCE has announced the creation of a new attachments division, which will align Mr Cropper, Sandhurst and Piletec under one collective brand.
The firm said Groundforce...
Access solutions provider adds slide protection barriers to range
TPA has added to its portable roadways portfolio with the launch of slide protection barriers.
The specialist access solutions provider revealed the integrated solution is secured...
Praise for JCB as food aid project comes to an end
ORGANISATIONS across Staffordshire have thanked JCB as the company served up its last meal under the ‘Food for our Communities’ initiative, which has been...
Sunbelt Rentals secures three-year Atkins contract
SUNBELT Rentals has announced it has secured a new three-year contract with design, engineering and project management consultants Atkins.
Following a tender process, the company...
CITB sets out ‘radical’ recovery plan, including cut in levy bills
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced its plan to help employers recover from the Covid-19 crisis, which includes a major reduction in...
Liebherr and Leica form partnership over machine control solutions
LIEBHERR and Leica Geosystems have entered into a strategic partnership, which will see Liebherr wheeled and crawler excavators of generations 6 and 8 optionally...
Hyundai appoints new head of sales for European material handling business unit
HYUNDAI Construction Equipment Europe (HCEE) has appointed Christopher Thompson as the new head of sales, material handling for the European market.
Described as having extensive...
Bobcat introduces pressure water attachment for loaders
BOBCAT has launched a new pressure washer attachment for its range of loaders.
The manufacturer said it is the first to offer this kind of...
Animation launched to help construction workers return safely
TO help the Scottish construction sector's restart, the Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has released a short film highlighting health and safety steps that staff...
Construction employers offered free signage pack to help with restart
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has produced a pack of free practical signage to help companies safely return to work.
Designed for sites, depots and offices,...
Construction law specialist urges government intervention to safeguard sector
A Scottish solicitor has warned that government intervention will be required to prevent the construction industry facing major long-term difficulties.
Roddy Cormack, accredited specialist in construction...
CICV Forum welcomes next phase of construction’s return to work
THE Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forumhas welcomed the announcement regarding further easing of lockdown restrictions in Scotland, but said health and safety and collaboration must...
Landmark Case B-series compact track loader sold in the UK
THE sale of the first Case B-series compact track loader in the UK has been completed.
Case dealer Robert Coates Plant Sales sold the TV370B...
Engcon grows Australian presence as tiltrotator awareness increases
ENGCON has revealed it is establishing a sales office in Australia to support growing demand for tiltrotators and quick hitches 'down under'.
The new facility...
Trade bodies welcome ministerial intervention regarding certification during phased return
A number of Scottish construction industry bodies have welcomed ministerial intervention in support of certification schemes.
Kevin Stewart, Scottish Government minister for local government, housing...
