Rise of the cranes at ScotPlant 2024
THREE major crane specialists have joined the ScotPlant 2024 line-up in recent weeks.
Sarens UK and Global Crane Services will both be exhibiting at the...
35 jobs go as Fife plant hire business enters liquidation
KIRKCALDY-based James Penman (Plant Hire) Limited has entered liquidation, resulting in 35 employees being made redundant.
Callum Carmichael and Michelle Elliot of FRP Advisory have...
Molson and Lighthouse charity to team up for mental health talks at ScotPlant 2024
MOLSON Group will be teaming up with the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity for a series of mental health talks during ScotPlant 2024.
Two daily presentations...
Engcon confirms new tiltrotator control system is compatible with more excavators
ENGCON has announced that its new tiltrotator control system, DC3, has taken 'big steps forward' in terms of compatibility with other leading companies globally.
Last...
Bobcat unveils new range of rotary telehandlers
BOBCAT has launched a new range of rotary telehandlers.
The range includes nine Stage V-powered models for the European market, covering lifting heights from 18...
JCB Academy proud of latest Ofsted report
THE JCB Academy has achieved a 'Good' rating from government inspectors in its latest Ofsted report.
JCB said the Rocester-based school, which has 810 students,...
SANY launches telehandler range in the UK
SANY has announced the launch of its 'highly anticipated' range of telehandlers in the UK.
The first two machines introduced are the STH1440 (14m) and...
New Liebherr app gives users access to manuals and spare parts catalogue
LIEBHERR has launched a new app that digitally provides information on machine operation and maintenance for the manufacturer's earthmoving and material handling equipment.
MyAssistant...
Finlay manufactures pink heavy duty screen to help fight breast cancer
FINLAY has supported Australian-based OPS Screening and Crushing in the manufacture of a vivid pink machine with the aim of supporting the country's National...
Portable welders the ‘perfect companion’ on construction sites
Fronius UK will be launching and demonstrating the new Ignis and Artis portable welders at ScotPlant 2024.
With the Ignis 150/180, the firm revealed a...
Speedy Hire ESG director scoops prestigious award
SPEEDY Hire's is celebrating its ESG director being honoured at the edie Awards at a ceremony in London.
Amelia Woodley scooped the Business Leader of the...
Rototilt RC range to take centre stage at ScotPlant 2024
TILTROTATOR manufacturer Rototilt will be exhibiting the new RC range, which includes the RC1 (for excavators between 1.5 and 3.5 tonnes), RC2 (3- 6.5...
Manitou Group delivers ‘historical revenue record’
MANITOU Group has posted a record revenue for the 2023 financial year and its highest level of recurring operating profit in 15 years.
Net sales...
Develon moves ‘onwards’ with European Dealer Conference
DEVELON recently held the company’s European Dealer Conference in Valencia.
Under the theme of ONWARDS 2024, the event was the first European conference under the...
Budget brings some ‘potential positive news’ for plant sector
THE Construction Equipment Association (CEA) has welcomed some 'potential positive news' for the construction equipment sector in the Spring Budget.
After continued representations from the...
Spring Budget: CPA calls for ‘timetable of action’ on Full Expensing legislation
THE Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has welcomed the Spring Budget announcement that the UK Government will publish draft legislation to extend Full Expensing to...
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...
Green is more than just a colour to Merlo
MERLO UK will be gracing ScotPlant 2024 with a range of the manufacturer’s latest innovations.
The line-up will include the Roto 50.35 S-Plus telehandler. The...
SPOA establishes Women in Plant working group
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has established a new Women in Plant working group.
The aim is to better represent the interests of women...
Morris Leslie buys fleet of JCB machines in £68m order
PERTH-based Morris Leslie Plant Hire is kicking off its 50th birthday celebrations by placing an order worth £68 million for a fleet of new...
Flush with innovation: CabinTec to showcase latest welfare products at ScotPlant 2024
CABINTEC will be unveiling the new Sanispace Solar eco-friendly toilet solution at ScotPlant 2024.
Using solar power, CabinTec explained that the unit creates a ‘self-sufficient...
Attachments line-up is anything but run of the Mill
SCOTPLANT regular Miller UK will be back in the company’s usual spot at the April exhibition after revealing plans to showcase the GT Series,...
Lazer Lamps aiming to shine bright in ScotPlant debut
LIGHTING solutions pioneer Lazer Lamps will be exhibiting the company’s bespoke grille integration kits at ScotPlant 2024.
The precision engineered solutions are designed and produced...
Versatility is key for new Finlay scalping screen
MOBILE crushing and screening specialist Finlay has announced the launch of the new 890 heavy duty two-deck scalping screener.
The model boasts a variety of...
Powerscreen officially opens new global HQ
POWERSCREEN has unveiled its new global HQ in Dungannon, Co. Tyrone.
Under the theme ‘Built to Last’, the facility was revealed to local stakeholders including...
TDL appointed SANY dealer in north west England
SANY Heavy Machinery UK has appointed TDL Equipment to cover sales, service and parts in the north west of England.
TDL, which will be based...
Specialist fuel supplier joins ScotPlant line-up
Oilfast Express, a supplier of fuel solutions, has become latest name to sign up for ScotPlant 2024.
The firm, which recently launched its new mobile...
Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) appoints new president and CEO
HITACHI Construction Machinery (Europe) has appointed Francesco Quaranta as its new president and CEO.
From April 1, he will replace Takaharu Ikeda, who will continue...
SPOA dinner raises £5,000 for construction charity
THE Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) has revealed that £5,000 was raised for the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity at the trade body's recent annual...
Field and Forest named central Scotland dealers for Yanmar CE
YANMAR Compact Equipment EMEA has appointed Field and Forest as its dealer for central Scotland.
The partnership is designed to expand Scottish customers’ access to...
