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Executive Hire Show 2026 delivers business, innovation and record engagement at CBS Arena
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8 min read
19/02/26
Executive Hire Show 2026 delivers business, innovation and record engagement at CBS Arena
The Executive Hire Show which returned to the Coventry Building Society Arena on 11 and 12 February 2026 and, by all accounts, delivered another successful event for the hire industry. A total of 2,116 visitors attended across the two days, with 153 exhibitors on the show floor, including 30…
GIANT JCB DISPLAY STOPS LONDONERS IN TRACKS BEFORE HEADING ON TOUR.
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2 min read
18/02/26
GIANT JCB DISPLAY STOPS LONDONERS IN TRACKS BEFORE HEADING ON TOUR.
A full‑sized JCB digger dressed up like a collector’s 1:32 scale model, stole a few hearts on Valentine’s Day – and stopped Londoners in their tracks outside an iconic railway station last Friday.  The ‘JCB Backhoe in a Box’ drew huge crowds when it was first unveiled at the digger…
CITB’s New Entrant Support Team Exceeds Target with Three Months to Go.
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2 min read
16/02/26
CITB’s New Entrant Support Team Exceeds Target with Three Months to Go.
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has shared updated figures for its New Entrant Support Team (NEST), revealing that, between April and December 2025, NEST supported 4,572 apprenticeship starts, exceeding the 2025-26 final target with three months left to go. This is 1,040 more than…
ACE Plant Highlights Hire Sector ‘duty of care’ to Whole Body Vibration Awareness.
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4 min read
13/02/26
ACE Plant Highlights Hire Sector ‘duty of care’ to Whole Body Vibration Awareness.
Whole Body Vibration (WBV) is rapidly emerging as one of the most significant occupational health challenges facing the UK construction industry over the lats 50 years. While vibration has been regulated for many years, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining moment, as enforcement tightens and…
Hands on the future at Conexpo 2026: Liebherr previews expanded portfolio and digital solutions.
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3 min read
12/02/26
Hands on the future at Conexpo 2026: Liebherr previews expanded portfolio and digital solutions.
At Conexpo 2026, Liebherr will once again rank among the show’s largest exhibitors, delivering a hands-on the future experience of construction. Leveraging its expanded presence the company will unveil new machines, demonstrate mature digital solutions, and underline its long-term investment in…
engcon at CONEXPO/CON-AGG in Las Vegas – to focus on innovation and increased efficiency
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1 min read
10/02/26
engcon at CONEXPO/CON-AGG in Las Vegas – to focus on innovation and increased efficiency
During the show, engcon want to demonstrate how the company’s tiltrotators are transforming the excavation industry by increased productivity, efficiency and safety for end customers around the world. “CONEXPO/CON-AGG is an important meeting place for the industry and a natural forum for us to…
London’s Build Academy welcomes Minister for Industry
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4 min read
09/02/26
London’s Build Academy welcomes Minister for Industry
The initiative, funded by CITB in partnership with FMB and London’s Shooters Hill Sixth Form College, gives the next generation the practical skills and experience they need for a career in construction. Today, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), the Federation of Master Builders…
New site developments announced for Hillhead 2026.
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2 min read
06/02/26
New site developments announced for Hillhead 2026.
After clearly listening to exhibitors and visitors, Hillhead organisers have announced a new range of showground improvements for the 2026 event. All designed to improve the experience of both exhibiting and visiting… The new site developments include: The return of a dedicated ‘Red’…
Robert Purvis Plant Hire Invests in 45 New SANY Excavators.
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2 min read
05/02/26
Robert Purvis Plant Hire Invests in 45 New SANY Excavators.
SANY UK & Ireland has announced a significant new partnership with Robert Purvis Plant Hire, a long-established, multi-disciplinary plant hire, logistics, and recycling business headquartered in Lochgelly, Fife. The company has invested in 45 new SANY excavators, strengthening its growing plant…
Bobcat to show new generation R2-Series mini excavators for the first time at the 2026 Executive Hire Show
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3 min read
04/02/26
Bobcat to show new generation R2-Series mini excavators for the first time at the 2026 Executive Hire Show
Bobcat will be showing their new R2-Series 1-2 tonne mini excavators for the first time on Stand No C15 at the Executive Hire Show (EHS) at the Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry in the UK from 11-12 February 2026. Presented alongside the company’s Stage V PA12.7V portable compressor,…
ScotPlant 2026 registrations are now open.
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1 min read
03/02/26
ScotPlant 2026 registrations are now open.
Returning to the Royal Highland Centre on 24th & 25th April 2026, ScotPlant will be the place to see the latest innovations and standout machines from some of the world’s largest construction equipment manufacturers. Registration is simple, get your free tickets here:…
HIREland’26: Just Got a Whole Lot Bigger as New Venue Announced.
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2 min read
02/02/26
HIREland’26: Just Got a Whole Lot Bigger as New Venue Announced.
HIREland, Irelands first Plant, Tool and Powered Access Show, which launches on March 26th, 2026, has announced that due to unprecedented exhibitor demand, the event has moved to a bigger venue. The New Venue is the National Show Centre, situated just 5 minutes from Dublin airport, directly off the…
30 Years of Takeuchi UK
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2 min read
29/01/26
30 Years of Takeuchi UK
Takeuchi UK is marking a major milestone as it celebrates 30-years of continuous operation in the United Kingdom. Since Takeuchi began trading in the UK in 1996, the brand has become one of the nation’s favourites, building a reputation for quality, durability and reliability for its…
 SANY UK Hosts 2026 Dealer Conference: Digging Deeper, Reaching Higher
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2 min read
28/01/26
 SANY UK Hosts 2026 Dealer Conference: Digging Deeper, Reaching Higher
SANY UK recently welcomed its nationwide dealer network to Carden Park, Chester for their annual Dealer Conference—an event built around this year’s theme of “Digging Deeper, Reaching Higher.” The theme set the tone for a day focused on strengthening partnerships, refining strategy, and…
GGH Hire Strikes Major Kubota Deal
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3 min read
27/01/26
GGH Hire Strikes Major Kubota Deal
Kubota (UK) is celebrating one of the largest single equipment deals in its history. GGH Hire has taken delivery of the first of 150 compact excavators as part of a multi-million pound investment, following its recent acquisition by St Albans-based Herts Tool Company. The purchase, concluded with…
LET THERE BE LIGHT WITH PROLECTRIC AT EXECUTIVE HIRE SHOW 2026
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2 min read
26/01/26
LET THERE BE LIGHT WITH PROLECTRIC AT EXECUTIVE HIRE SHOW 2026
Prolectric, is an off-grid renewable power and lighting specialist, who is exhibiting at this year’s Executive Hire Show at the CBS Arena, Coventry, on 11–12 February 2026, on Stand J1. Making its debut at the show is the brand new ProZone. Prolectric’s latest innovation in site…
HITACHI CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY UK BECOME NPORS APPROVED TRAINING PROVIDER
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2 min read
23/01/26
HITACHI CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY UK BECOME NPORS APPROVED TRAINING PROVIDER
Hitachi Construction Machinery UK (HCMUK) is proud to announce its accreditation as an NPORS Approved Training Provider and Accredited Training Centre, marking a significant milestone in their commitment to safety, skills, and professional development across the industry. This recognition allows…
Liebherr introduces the T48-8s telescopic handler: more reach, more height, more versatility.
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3 min read
22/01/26
Liebherr introduces the T48-8s telescopic handler: more reach, more height, more versatility.
Liebherr has expanded its range of telescopic handlers with the launch of the new Liebherr T48-8s. The model combines the proven performance and comfort of the T55-7s with an extended working range, offering a maximum lift height of 8 metres and a maximum load capacity of 4.8 tonnes. The T48-8s…
Designed Around the Operator: Develon Introduces Updated ADT Cab
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2 min read
21/01/26
Designed Around the Operator: Develon Introduces Updated ADT Cab
Develon, formerly Doosan Construction Equipment, has enhanced its articulated dump truck (ADT) range with an updated cab designed to maximise operator comfort, productivity and jobsite safety. The new cab reflects Develon’s belief that operator well-being is fundamental to machine efficiency and…
First look of Volvo Construction Equipment at CONEXPO 2026
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3 min read
20/01/26
First look of Volvo Construction Equipment at CONEXPO 2026
The Volvo Construction Equipment “Power Your Ambition” stand has been revealed for the forthcoming CONEXPO event in Las Vegas. Visitors will see more than a dozen machines make their debut, experience interactive service areas and have access to more than 100 product experts. In the midst of…

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