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Regimented Help for Industry Skills Gap.
  • Industry News
4 min read
24/01/25
Regimented Help for Industry Skills Gap.
A new pioneering initiative from leading recruitment solution provider 365 Recruit will see fully trained Army reservist plant operators, from AmeyBriggs Services Ltd, made available to work on projects right across the UK. AmeyBriggs has been contracted since 2022 to manage and maintain plant and…
The ‘Whims of Nimbys’…Is Starmer Ready to Get Tough? 
  • Industry News
3 min read
23/01/25
The ‘Whims of Nimbys’…Is Starmer Ready to Get Tough? 
Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to curb what he describes as the excessive influence of local opposition groups by restricting legal challenges to major building projects. The Prime Minister announced plans to limit judicial reviews, arguing that campaigners are misusing courts to stall critical…
But I would run 500 miles and I would run 500 more.
  • Industry News
3 min read
22/01/25
But I would run 500 miles and I would run 500 more.
Industry man Christopher Rodgers is currently undergoing a mission to run 500 miles in full PPE gear, all to raise money for the mental health awareness charity “Mates in Mind”. Rodgers goal is to help develop the conversation about suicide and mental health within the industry. Stating that…
What Goes Around Comes Around: In the Circle of Life. 
  • Industry News
4 min read
20/01/25
What Goes Around Comes Around: In the Circle of Life. 
We recently heard about a successful recruitment day hosted by L Lynch Plant Hire & Haulage. The event, held mid-week in mid-December in the heart of East Anglia, showcased a unique approach to tackling a key industry challenge. We spoke with Gez Bonner, National Training Manager at Lynch, to…
New Head of Sales Appointment at Takeuchi for UK & Ireland.
  • Industry News
1 min read
17/01/25
New Head of Sales Appointment at Takeuchi for UK & Ireland.
Takeuchi UK have recently appointed Matthew Sheridan as its new Head of Sales for UK and Ireland. Previously at SMT GB /Volvo and most recently Liebherr, Matthew already has more than 18-years in the construction plant and equipment sector and is looking forward to taking on the Takeuchi…
Buckingham Plant Hire Steps Away from the Heavy Plant Sector
  • Industry News
3 min read
09/01/25
Buckingham Plant Hire Steps Away from the Heavy Plant Sector
Buckingham Plant Hire Ltd, one of the UK’s longest-established plant hire specialists, is stepping away from heavy plant operations after 69 years in the sector to concentrate on developing the sustainable divisions within the business group.  Buckingham will continue to provide a full range…
New Simulator for Demolition from Komatsu. 
  • Industry News
2 min read
16/12/24
New Simulator for Demolition from Komatsu. 
Komatsu announces the expansion of the model range of simulators with the new K100 High Reach Demolition Excavator Simulator.  The Komatsu simulator add-on module for demolition excavators is designed based on the Komatsu PC490HRD excavator and features the unique K100 boom change system.…
HAPPY NEW YEAR from ABBA in JCB HYBRID BOOM DEAL
  • Industry News
2 min read
16/12/24
HAPPY NEW YEAR from ABBA in JCB HYBRID BOOM DEAL
Lincolnshire hirer ABBA Plant Hire has invested in a ten-strong fleet of JCB’s new hybrid drive articulated booms and got straight into the Christmas New Year mood with its new purchases. Supplied by dealer TC Harrison JCB, the new machines are the first of JCB’s new diesel / electric hybrid…
Parkway Plant Sales Celebrates 25 Years Takeuchi Dealership
  • Industry News
3 min read
16/12/24
Parkway Plant Sales Celebrates 25 Years Takeuchi Dealership
The team at Parkway Plant Sales in Stockport, Greater Manchester recently celebrated 25 years as a Takeuchi dealer. Reaching this major milestone is of some significance in the company’s history; Parkway Plant Sales was established in 1999 to sell the new Takeuchi excavators that were starting to…
JCB CHRISTMAS TOY APPEAL BREAKS RECORD WITH HAUL OF 1,700 GIFTS
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2 min read
16/12/24
JCB CHRISTMAS TOY APPEAL BREAKS RECORD WITH HAUL OF 1,700 GIFTS
JCB’s third annual Christmas Toy Appeal has delivered a record haul of gifts for distribution to children in Staffordshire and Wrexham.  Kind-hearted employees have donated more than 1,700 presents across all of JCB’s UK plants in Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and Wrexham – making it the…
Issue No.5 – 2024
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1 min read
10/12/24
Issue No.5 – 2024
Read UK Plant Operators Magazine – ISSUE No.5 – 2024 now for FREE.
 Packed with great features, reviews and videos.
To read the current issue, simply click on the cover above. Alternatively CLICK HERE
Develon and Leica Geosystems Expand 3D Machine
  • Industry News
2 min read
26/11/24
Develon and Leica Geosystems Expand 3D Machine
Develon and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, have announced a new aftermarket 3D machine control solution tailored for the Develon DD130-7 dozer. With the addition of the Leica MC1 3D machine control system, this dozer will further enhance operator accuracy and overall project productivity. The…
JCB GIVE DAY OFF FOR EMPLOYEES IN SHOW OF SUPPORT FOR BRITISH FARMERS
  • Industry News
4 min read
20/11/24
JCB GIVE DAY OFF FOR EMPLOYEES IN SHOW OF SUPPORT FOR BRITISH FARMERS
Employees from JCB’s farming businesses in Staffordshire were given a day off work (Tues Nov 19th)  to join a rally in support of farmers affected by changes in inheritance tax. Almost 40 employees boarded a 5am JCB coach to London with a host of other Staffordshire farmers for a rally…
Labour Force.
  • Industry News
2 min read
01/11/24
Labour Force.
In the first Labour budget for 14 years, chancellor Rachel Reeves set out the plans to ‘Get Britain Building Again’. Promising the biggest increase in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation.  The plan promises to update the National planning policy with the restoration of…
The Construction Products Association
  • Industry News
2 min read
28/10/24
The Construction Products Association
The Construction Products Association (CPA) has published its Autumn forecast and there is better news, as the forecast for next year has been upgraded to 2.5% growth for 2025 and 3.8% in 2026. Versus the fall of 2.9% this year (2024). The past 18 months have been a challenge for the industry,…
Welcome to the NCC…Principal Kirsty Evans.
  • Industry News
9 min read
25/10/24
Welcome to the NCC…Principal Kirsty Evans.
We recently sat down with the newly appointed Principal of the CITB National Construction College, Kirsty Evans, to find out more about the new role, what she has planned and a little bit of the person taking up this exciting challenge.  Talking to Kirsty about her career to date, it becomes clear…
JCB ADDS LEVER STEER OPTION TO NEW CONTROLS PACKAGE
  • Industry News
2 min read
25/10/24
JCB ADDS LEVER STEER OPTION TO NEW CONTROLS PACKAGE
JCB has developed a Lever Steer option for its large platform wheeled loaders, designed to deliver enhanced comfort and control for the operator, particularly in repetitive loading operations. Available as part of the company’s JCB Controls option pack, the Lever Steer option is incorporated into…
UK Plant Operator of the Year 2024: The Results
  • Industry News
2 min read
23/09/24
UK Plant Operator of the Year 2024: The Results
The 2024 final of UK Plant Operator took place at the CITB National Construction College on Saturday Sept 21st. With a record number of entrants, the 60 finalists were asked to select five challenges from an available eleven.  At the same time the challenge to find the Tower Crane…
Issue No.4 | 2024 out now
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1 min read
10/09/24
Issue No.4 | 2024 out now
Read UK Plant Operators Magazine – ISSUE No.4 – 2024 now for FREE.
 Packed with great features, reviews and videos.
To read the current issue, simply click on the cover above. Alternatively CLICK HERE
UK Plant Operator of the Year 2024, Welcomes Flannery Plant Hire.
  • Industry News
2 min read
03/09/24
UK Plant Operator of the Year 2024, Welcomes Flannery Plant Hire.
The 2024 search to find the champion plant operator of the year has been further boosted by the welcomed inclusion of leading Plant Hirer, Flannery.  Recognised for their sector innovation and continuing campaigning to train and upskill plant operators, the company will sponsor both the…

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