Breedon hints at future acquisitions

BREEDON Aggregates said the business is “confident” of meeting 2016 market expectations after announcing its unaudited interim results for the six months ending 30...

New features benefit “flexible” Komatsu loader

MARUBENI-Komatsu has introduced the new WA100M‐8 compact wheel loader to the market, claiming it boasts a host of new features and benefits. The machine is described...

Scotland plays its part in UK emissions success story

A February 2022 report from the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, in which an analysis of UK Greenhouse Gas Emissions are explained...
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McHale ‘in determined mood to do deals’ at Hillhead 2026

MCHALE Plant Sales has announced its Hillhead 2026 line-up will include a number of new Komatsu models. The display will feature the new HM460-6 ADT,...

Doosan launches company’s largest ever excavator

DOOSAN has launched the largest excavator ever manufactured by the company. The DX800LC-7 Stage V compliant 80-tonne crawler excavator is described as having the 'highest hydraulic flow...
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Every machine is ‘big and pretty bespoke’

SKENE Group’s long-standing relationship with Finlay Scotland has resulted in the purchase of four new machines in an order worth £2 million. A J-1480 jaw...
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Waste recycling innovation to be showcased at Bristol open house event

WET processing technology specialist CDE has commissioned a 25tph waste recycling facility for PMG in Bristol, which will be showcased at an open house...

Landmark recycling facility opens in Aberdeen

A "first of its kind" £27 million materials and recycling facility has opened in Aberdeen. The Altens East site will see mixed recyclables being sorted...

Cat wheel loaders deliver large fuel savings for waste management firm

RESOURCE and waste management company FCC Environment has invested in a fleet of Cat 966 XE wheel loaders from Finning UK & Ireland after...
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SITA set to “sweep” up

RECYCLING and resource management company SITA UK has derived benefits from a preventative maintenance service offered by CDEnviro. Following the installation of a road sweepings...

Reduced-swing excavator shows its steel in the Highlands

A new Volvo ECR88D reduced-swing compact excavator has made its way to Ceannacroc Estates, based to the north west of Fort Augustus in the Scottish Highlands. The...

Terex MP acquires smart robotic recycling specialist

TEREX Materials Processing (MP) has bought the assets of ZenRobotics Ltd, a company that designs and creates robots that pick, sort, and recycle waste...

New materials handler boosts productivity at Renfrewshire recycling plant

WRC Recycling has snapped up a new JCB JS20MH materials handler to process construction and demolition waste as part of a major investment in...

Sandvik and Finning team up in support of HVO solution

SANDVIK has revealed it is investing in renewable fuel to power large mobile crushing and screening equipment, after working with Finning to successfully use...
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Renowned environmental attorney to speak at CDE’s waste recycling symposium

CDE has provided further details about its CIRCLE waste recycling symposium, which will be held from May 7-8, 2026 in Brussels. The event will bring...

CRJ completes the perfect hat-trick

MATERIAL processing equipment solutions specialist CRJ will be at ScotPlant 2020. The firm recently divulged details of its work to help a Lancashire-based renewables...

Stewart Plant Sales bags McCloskey Environmental distribution deal in Scotland

STEWART Plant Sales, a Scot JCB Group company, has secured the exclusive distribution rights for the McCloskey Environmental range across Scotland. McCloskey Environmental manufactures waste...

Reducing waste is vital for business efficiency

As efforts to combat climate change intensify, an emphasis on tackling the impact of waste on our environment has become a crucial factor. Here,...
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Falling demand for mineral products ‘threatens jobs and capacity’

NEW figures released by the Mineral Products Association (MPA) shows that demand for core construction materials remains stuck at 'alarmingly weak levels'. While sales of...

Metso dealer plans ‘top team’ presence at ScotPlant 2024

METSO UK dealer McHale Plant Sales has announced it is planning a ‘top team’ presence to mark the firm’s ScotPlant debut in April. The business...
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Quarry workers create a buzz

QUARRY workers across the UK are being recruited in the fight to preserve bumblebees. The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has teamed up with the Bumblebee Conservation...
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Terex Washing Systems strengthens senior team

TEREX Washing Systems has introduced new business line director Mark Fisher at Hillhead 2024. With the need for sustainable solutions, Mark will lead the manufacturer...

JCB lands deal to supply IPU engines to Powerscreen

JCB Power Systems has started a contract to supply Stage V IPU engines to screening equipment specialist Powerscreen. The move will see bespoke specification JCB...

Hybrid shredders help give rise to a sustainable future

Rob Symons, operations director of recycling/waste management machinery company CRJ Services, discusses the crucial role of the hybrid shredder in the future of the...

Screening bucket saves time and money in the Highlands

A REMU screening bucket from Worsley Plant has helped Wyvis Plant & Power Ltd to save time, money and the environment in the hydroelectric...

Sandvik to acquire mining business of Schenck Process Group

SANDVIK has announced it has signed an agreement to acquire the mining-related business of Schenck Process Group (SP Mining). SP Mining is a global provider...

Technology bears fruit for growing business

ORBA Group founder Barry O’Regan is targeting further growth in the Scottish market with the firm’s range of wash-bear products, described as a ‘highly...
TANA Hammerhead shredder

CRJ welcomes extended warranty announcement on TANA shredders

FIRMS investing in TANA shredders can now benefit from an extended warranty programme covering all new TANA Shark and TANA Hammerhead shredders ordered throughout...
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Hillhouse steps up expansion plans with opening of new asphalt production site

HILLHOUSE Group has ramped up its east of Scotland expansion plans after opening a new £5 million asphalt production facility at Soutra Mains Quarry,...

Matpro named Ecostar dealer

MATPRO Machinery has been appointed as the exclusive distributor in the UK and Ireland for Ecostar equipment. Matpro said the Italian-based manufacturer is synonymous with...