June 2025 economic update: what it means for construction equipment manufacturers. CEA publishes latest economic briefing for members
Wednesday, 24th June: The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has today published its June 2025 economic update—a summary designed to help construction equipment manufacturers understand how current economic trends, government policy, and energy pricing are likely to impact their business over the coming months. The CEA summary also captures key elements from this week’s UK Industrial Strategy. Drawing […]
Fleet renewed and expanded: Two new Liebherr mobile cranes for Mikschl Autokrane GmbH
Mikschl Autokrane GmbH from Aichach has invested in two new Liebherr mobile cranes to modernise its fleet: an LTM 1070-4.2 and an LTM 1230-5.1. The compact 70-tonne crane offers high lifting capacity and flexibility on construction sites, while the 5-axle crane with VarioBase® and a long telescopic boom is ideal for demanding jobs. “Our fleet […]
CITB publishes Construction Workforce Outlook 2025-29
New forecast highlights the skills needed to meet future industry demand The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has today launched its Construction Workforce Outlook 2025–29, a refreshed and forward-looking report that sets out the workforce needs of the UK construction sector over the next five years. Previously named the Construction Skills Network report, the Workforce […]
Tim Balcon, CEO of the CITB, makes a statement in response to the Spending Review.
Tim Balcon, CEO, Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), commenting on the announcements made in the Spending Review: “We support the Government’s commitment to getting Britain building again. Over £110bn announced for infrastructure projects like Sizewell C, a fresh £39bn affordable homes funding settlement, and £13bn for upgrading millions of homes with improved insultation all translates […]
Viki Bell, CEO of Construction Equipment Association, makes statement in response to Spending Review
Viki Bell, CEO of the Construction Equipment Association (CEA), has made a statement in response to today’s Spending Review. While the announcements on housing, infrastructure and apprenticeships are welcome, Viki highlights the lack of activity on the ground and calls for urgent delivery, particularly for construction firms, OEMs and the wider supply chain. The CEA […]
BPH Open Day Makes its Debut – the First of Many!
On 4th June, the usually industrious BPH Headquarters turned into a buzzing hub of excitement for their first-ever Open Day — and it didn’t disappoint. From towering diggers to powerful attachments, visitors of all ages found something to enjoy. Highlights included life-size and miniature digger challenges, live machinery demos, exclusive one-day-only offers, and even a […]
Lighthouse Charity – Inside the Helpline
Above: Ewan Paton, Helpline poster The Lighthouse Charity provides holistic support to our UK and Ireland construction community on all aspects of emotional, physical and financial wellbeing. And every day of the week, the charity’s call handlers respond to people reaching out for help through their 24/7 helpline and live web chat service. Ewan Paton, […]
‘WELL-PERFORMING ECONOMY’ DRIVES KOMATSU SALES IN IRELAND
Komatsu distributors in Ireland, McHale Plant Sales is reporting what the company calls a ‘wave of investment’ in Komatsu equipment, most recent example of which were two major deals involving CRH member company Roadstone and a substantial plant-expansion purchase by civil works contractor, Wills Bros of Foxford, ahead of a major civil works road realignment […]
NFDC President’s Chosen Charity
NFDC President Adrian Corrigan has chosen Sue Ryder as his charity, inspired by their compassionate care during a personal life event. Deeply moved, he aims to support their vital, donation-dependent services throughout his two-year term. NFDC President, Adrian Corrigan, has chosen Sue Ryder as his charity for a two-year partnership. As someone who has lived in Peterborough […]
Rethinking Futures gains momentum ahead of PlantWorx 2025
Over 200 students aged 12 to 18 are expected to take part in Rethinking Futures® at PlantWorx 2025, which takes place from 23–25 September at Newark Showground. The project is designed to connect secondary schools and colleges with the construction, engineering, and plant sectors through a practical challenge and meaningful careers engagement. The initiative, which supports efforts to tackle the […]