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30 Years of Takeuchi UK
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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…
Rentool Adds More Kubota’s & Searches for New HQ to Satisfy Demand.
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4 min read
19/01/26
Rentool Adds More Kubota’s & Searches for New HQ to Satisfy Demand.
Leading Hampshire and Dorset plant and tool hire business Rentool is searching for new head office premises, to cope it says with the rapid expansion of its equipment fleet. As a further three Kubota KX085-5 excavators joined the fleet just this week that includes more than 150 excavators, 130 site…
Persimmon sees home sales beat forecasts but cautions over market outlook
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15/01/26
Persimmon sees home sales beat forecasts but cautions over market outlook
Housebuilder Persimmon has said it delivered more home sales than expected in a “challenging” market last year, but cautioned trading conditions are not set to significantly improve over the year ahead. The Charles Church builder reported a 12% rise in new home completions to 11,905 last year,…
Euro Auctions to Conduct CW Plant Hire Fleet Renewal Sale at Leeds
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3 min read
15/01/26
Euro Auctions to Conduct CW Plant Hire Fleet Renewal Sale at Leeds
Euro Auctions is set to conduct a major Fleet Renewal Sale on behalf of CW Plant Hire on Wednesday 18th February, taking place at the Euro Auctions Leeds site. The sale will feature a strong selection of modern, well-maintained plant and machinery, reflecting CW Plant Hire’s continued investment…
Euro Auctions to Conduct CW Plant Hire Fleet Renewal Sale at Leeds
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3 min read
15/01/26
Euro Auctions to Conduct CW Plant Hire Fleet Renewal Sale at Leeds
Euro Auctions is set to conduct a major Fleet Renewal Sale on behalf of CW Plant Hire on Wednesday 18th February, taking place at the Euro Auctions Leeds site. The sale will feature a strong selection of modern, well-maintained plant and machinery, reflecting CW Plant Hire’s continued investment…
SIMON CAUSIER STRENGTHENS MOLSON’S SALES LEADERSHIP TEAM
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14/01/26
SIMON CAUSIER STRENGTHENS MOLSON’S SALES LEADERSHIP TEAM
Simon Causier has joined Moslon Equipment as Sales Director. Having spent more than 18 years at Warwick Ward Machinery Ltd, Simon brings a wealth of industry experience, connections and knowledge to the Molson team. Simon explained, “Throughout my career supporting businesses across several…
Talkin’ ‘bout Liebherr Generation 8.
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4 min read
13/01/26
Talkin’ ‘bout Liebherr Generation 8.
As part of the developments of the generation 8 crawler excavators, Liebherr is expanding its range: Numerous new settings are now available for the R 922 to R 945 G8 crawler excavators. Thanks to the integration of optional and standard assistance systems, generation 8 offers increased…
RM Contractors Get Connected with Leica & Hitachi Technology.
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2 min read
09/01/26
RM Contractors Get Connected with Leica & Hitachi Technology.
RM Contractors the Worcestershire based regional Groundworks and Civil Engineeringbusiness, has invested in ten Hitachi 13-tonne ZX130LCN-7B Excavators and four 22-tonneZX210LC-7B Excavators. whilst adopting the Leica GPS machine control on part of theirnew fleet.The company said that the…
CPA Launches Search for the UK’s Most Promising Plant Apprentices
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4 min read
08/01/26
CPA Launches Search for the UK’s Most Promising Plant Apprentices
 The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has launched its search for this year’s most promising apprentices and trainees in the construction plant industry – individuals who, according to their employers, show the potential to become the sector’s future leaders. Entries are now…
Stevens Equipment Rental scores UK-first for safety technology
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2 min read
07/01/26
Stevens Equipment Rental scores UK-first for safety technology
Stevens Equipment Rental (SER) is championing site safety by becoming the first customer of Finning UK & Ireland to purchase a Cat 972-Wheel Loader with the manufacturer’s Collision Warning System.  Andrew Stevens, managing director of SER said. “Our goal has always been to offer the…
SANY UK Announces New Distributor for the West Midlands & part of Southwest England.
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2 min read
06/01/26
SANY UK Announces New Distributor for the West Midlands & part of Southwest England.
T H WHITE Ltd has been appointed as SANY’s authorised dealer for Construction machinery sales, service, and parts across the West Midlands and parts of the Southwest. The partnership will be supported through T H WHITE’s depots in Stourport and Marlborough. T H WHITE Construction, a trading…
Major Manufacturing Milestone Results in €100,000 donation for Children’s Charity.
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2 min read
29/12/25
Major Manufacturing Milestone Results in €100,000 donation for Children’s Charity.
Global materials handling leader Combilift has celebrated a major manufacturing milestone by transforming its 100,000th forklift into a powerful force for good, raising and donating €100,000 to the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund to support children in crisis…
Liverpool Mayor signs first-of-its-kind partnership with CITB.
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3 min read
23/12/25
Liverpool Mayor signs first-of-its-kind partnership with CITB.
Mayor Steve Rotheram has signed a first-of-its-kind training agreement to tackle an estimated shortfall of 9,000 building workers in the Liverpool City Region.   The landmark collaboration between the Combined Authority (CA) and the Construction Industry Training Board…

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