Dawsongroup buys world’s first JCB hydrogen-powered generator
COMMERCIAL asset supplier Dawsongroup | energy solutions has invested in the world’s first hydrogen-powered JCB generator.
The G60RS H genset – powered by JCB’s hydrogen...
Sunbelt Rentals exceeds target in Great British Spring Clean initiative
SUNBELT Rentals UK & Ireland has supported the Great British Spring Clean 2026 as part of the firm's social sustainability environmental strategy.
The Great British...
Sunbelt Rentals earns recognition for sustainability achievements
SUNBELT Rentals UK & Ireland has achieved the EcoVadis Platinum award, which places the business in the top 1% of companies assessed globally for...
Volvo and Hitachi Energy team up to accelerate zero-emission construction sites
HITACHI Energy and Volvo Construction Equipment have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing end‑to‑end approaches that support the deployment of zero‑emission...
Breedon operators to take part in Eco-Drive training programme
CONSTRUCTION materials group Breedon is aiming to increase production and improve fuel efficiency after enrolling its team on a plant operator training course run...
Scottish Aggregates Tax could make recycled materials the default
Scott Brewster, MD of Brewster Brothers, a resource management company with wash plants near Livingston and Cumbernauld, answers Project Plant's questions about the Scottish...
CRJ steps up sustainability progress with solar investment
WASTE management, recycling and forestry equipment specialist CRJ Services has boosted its sustainability credentials by installing a 105kWp solar energy system at its HQ in...
JCB approves renewable fuel option for X Series tracked excavators
JCB has approved a 100% renewable biodiesel fuel for use in a range of its X Series tracked excavators.
The manufacturer revealed it is set...
Hitachi launches 13-tonne electric excavator
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has added to its electric portfolio with the launch of the new ZX135-7EB 13-tonne excavator.
The manufacturer explained that the model...
Rearo truck fleet investment helps drive growth plans
BATHROOM and kitchen surface manufacturer Rearo has invested in a new fleet of high volume delivery trucks.
The £400,000 purchase marks a key milestone in...
Sustainable site specialist has finger on the Pulse with new customer portal
NIXON Hire has announced the launch of Pulse, an online portal that offers customers insight into energy use, carbon impact, and cost performance linked to...
CPA earns top trade association award for sustainability showcase
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is celebrating after winning the Environmental/Sustainability Initiative of the Year Award at the UK Trade Association Awards 2026.
The accolade...
Glensanda Quarry awarded Biodiversity Benchmark accreditation
HOLCIM UK’s Glensanda Estate and Granite Quarry - Europe's largest hard rock quarry - has been awarded The Wildlife Trusts’ Biodiversity Benchmark accreditation in...
Portafill equipment helps boost recycling efficiency in Fife
FIFE-based PJM Services has significantly improved its recycling efficiency by working with SCG Supplies and investing in a tailored line-up of Portafill machinery.
With the...
Speedy Hire launches biodiversity footprint assessment of hire equipment
SPEEDY Hire has launched a new biodiversity footprint assessment of construction hire equipment.
For the first time, customers will see the biodiversity impact of the...
The race to develop electric-powered machinery
Jeff Keeling, VP sales and marketing at Brokk Inc, discusses the race to develop electric-powered equipment and how demolition machine manufacturers got ahead of...
Brewster Brothers calls for urgent action as fuel crisis hits construction supply chain
BREWSTER Brothers has called for urgent government intervention to address escalating fuel costs and shortages, warning that continued volatility risks undermining business viability and...
Garic opens new depot to support lower-carbon construction sites
SITE solutions specialist Garic has tipped site managers across the south west of the country to benefit from faster service and lower-carbon operations as...
Finning launches generator rebuild programme to meet temporary power demands
FINNING Power Rental (FPR) has introduced a rebuild programme for its large rental generators in an effort to improve fleet availability as demand rises...
Allye aiming to make allies in Scotland
ALLYE Energy has told Project Plant of its ambitions to break into the Scottish construction sector, just two months after signing a £1+ million...
Portable power innovation wins top European product accolade
PORTABLE power specialist Instagrid is celebrating after winning the Product of the Year category at the 2026 European Rental Awards (ERA).
The firm triumphed for...
JCB to improve generator security and emission checks
JCB has announced it is stepping up efforts to improve the security and emissions visibility of its Stage V generator range.
The move was announced...
CEA to support Hydrogen Energy Association conference
THE CEA (Construction Equipment Association) will support the Hydrogen Energy Association (HEA) Annual Conference 2026 as an official event partner.
The two-day conference will take...
Ainscough to showcase Liebherr portable battery innovation at ScotPlant 2026
THE Ainscough Crane Hire stand will be the place to find Liebherr's LPO 100 portable battery solution and hybrid LTC 1050-3.1 E and MK...
