DIGGER GUARD to showcase upgraded security and safety solutions at ScotPlant
DIGGER GUARD, a pioneer in security and safety solutions for construction equipment, is gearing up to make its debut at ScotPlant 2024 with its...
Molson to sponsor qualifier of Scottish Plant Operator Challenge at ScotPlant
AHEAD of ScotPlant 2024 this weekend, the organisers of the Scottish Plant Operator Challenge 2024 have announced that Molson Young Plant Sales is sponsoring...
Hill Engineering appoints new head of commercial
HILL Engineering has appointed Alex Holmes, a former McLaren global network development manager, as head of commercial.
He joins the County Down-based business after eight...
Develon hails ‘very successful’ debut year for new branding
DEVELON, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment, has hailed a 'very successful' debut year in Europe and worldwide.
Derived from the words ‘Develop’ and ‘Onwards’,...
Plantforce confirms changes to executive leadership team
HIRE specialist Plantforce has announced changes to its executive leadership team, with former COO Sam Mercer becoming CEO and founder Claire Trott moving into...
SPOA issues best practice guide on bridge strike avoidance
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has published a best practice guide on bridge strike avoidance.
The aim is to educate the plant industry, reduce...
Blue to unveil concrete batching plant at ScotPlant 2024
BLUE Machinery (Scotland) Ltd has been confirmed as authorised distributors for the full range of SEMIX concrete batching solutions across Scotland and the north...
Volvo looks to maintain momentum during ‘tougher times’ for the market
VOLVO CE has reported that sales across all regions either decreased or remained flat in Q1 this year, in line with the 'expected market...
Plantworx exhibition confirms new venue for 2025
THE organisers of the Plantworx exhibition have confirmed a new destination for the show in 2025.
The 6th biennial Plantworx will be held on 23-25...
Contractors and supply chains alerted to next stage of A9 dualling programme
CONSTRUCTION contractors and their supply chains have been alerted to the next opportunity associated with the A9 dualling programme.
Transport Scotland has published a Prior...
Making an entrance: Hitachi back in prime spot at ScotPlant 2024
HITACHI Construction Machinery made a welcome return to ScotPlant two years ago with a prime spot in the event’s new entrance avenue – and...
Gordons appointed Develon dealer for the whole of Scotland
DEVELON has appointed Castle Douglas-based James Gordon Ltd (Gordons) as the company’s authorised dealer for the whole of Scotland.
Gordons was already the dealer for...
It’s all material for CRJ Services at ScotPlant 2024
CRJ Services Ltd will be showcasing material processing equipment from world-renowned OEM brands at ScotPlant 2024.
Highlights will include the Pronar MPB 20.55 GH trommel,...
Strong attachments: Ulrich added to ScotPlant exhibitor line-up
ULRICH Attachments will showcase the company’s bucket, coupler and fork ranges at ScotPlant 2024.
The line-up will include an 11m3 High Tip high-discharge bucket, a High...
MacGregor Industrial Supplies acquires Balgownie business and assets
15 jobs have been saved after MacGregor Industrial Supplies Limited acquired Balgownie Limited and Balgownie Rentals Limited, which had entered administration last month.
Joint administrators...
Industry gears up for biggest ever ScotPlant
SCOTPLANT 2024 is shaping up to be the biggest event in the show’s 25+ year history, with more than 200 exhibitors set to make...
Metso UK dealer ‘exceedingly happy’ with progress one year on
ONE year since being appointed as Metso Lokotrack distributors in the UK, McHale Plant Sales has hailed the early impact the partnership has had.
The...
CASE launches new G-Series Evolution wheel loader
CASE Construction Equipment has announced an upgrade of its mid-sized wheel loader range with the launch of an eighth model.
The 651G Evolution is intended...
Metso dealer strengthens UK management team
METSO distributor McHale Plant Sales has bolstered its UK management team with the appointment of James Cliffe to head its operations in Tamworth and...
Environmental focus pays off for AMD Contract Services
DUMFRIES-based AMD Contract Services is reaping the rewards after investing heavily in equipment and personnel to capitalise on the increasing number of environmental projects...
XCMG models tipped to flourish in Scotland
MOLSON Group is confident that XCMG machines will soon become a regular fixture on construction sites throughout Scotland after the firm was awarded distribution...
New HRN MD has sights set on doubling business
NEW HRN Group managing director Mark Proudfoot has revealed his aim is to double the firm's sales figures within a five-year period.
Mark recently made...
Getting to know…Gail McEwen
Gail McEwen is director and lead trainer at Setting Out For Construction. She was recently named as co-chair of the new SPOA Women in...
Scottish depot ramps up PQS Survey’s growth plans
SURVEY and safety equipment specialist PQS Survey is gearing up for further growth after opening the firm’s first Scottish branch in Glasgow.
The independent firm,...
Rokbak looks to make home advantage count at ScotPlant 2024
ARTICULATED hauler manufacturer Rokbak will make the short trip from its Motherwell factory to ScotPlant 2024 to showcase the company’s RA30 and RA40 trucks in partnership...
Latest Komatsu innovations out to steal the show at ScotPlant
THE Marubeni-Komatsu stand at ScotPlant will feature no fewer than nine of the latest Komatsu machines.
Highlights are set to include the 18m long-reach PC210LC-11...
Develon launches 22.5-tonne demolition excavator
DEVELON has unveiled the new 22.5-tonne DX140RDM-7 demolition excavator.
Like the three larger models from 31 to 61-tonnes, the machine offers multiple configurations to choose...
SPOA ‘overwhelmed by positive feedback’ to new Tenstar simulator
THE new Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) Tenstar simulator and bespoke trailer is set to feature prominently on the organisation's stand at ScotPlant, having...
New robot tech moves Miller to the next level
SCOTPLANT regular Miller UK will be back in the company’s usual spot this year after revealing plans to showcase the GT quick coupler range,...
All the parts are coming together for SCG Supplies
AIRDRIE-based SCG Supplies, the Scottish official DEUTZ engine distributor, will be in the company’s usual pitch opposite the show organisers office at ScotPlant 2024.
For...
