Ulrich Attachments launches new-look dedicated hire fleet
New hire fleet of attachments now available from Ulrich. Leading UK manufacturer Ulrich Attachments has expanded its hire offer of front-end mobile plant attachments. In addition, as part of its total site solutions philosophy, the company is also now selling ex-hire buckets that have been refurbished at its factory in Hull and come complete with […]
Farewell to the landmark: demolition of the high-rise building in Hochheide completedFarewell to the landmark: demolition of the high-rise building in Hochheide completed
On 27 July 2025, a significant chapter in urban development came to an end in the Hochheide district of Duisburg: the third and, for the time being, last of the so-called ‘White Giants’ in the Hochheide residential park was successfully demolished. The 21-storey high-rise building, 62 metres high and containing around 160 flats, had dominated […]
CEA announces new partnership with Cranfield University to support leadership and business development
The CEA (Construction Equipment Association) has partnered with the Cranfield School of Management to offer members exclusive access to a range of high-calibre executive development programmes – including a 5% discount on both their short face-to-face courses and longer-form online programmes. As one of the UK’s leading institutions for postgraduate education, Cranfield has a strong […]
Liebherr crane trio for business network
Richter Kran und Schwerlast GmbH, JenKran GmbH and GuR Saalfeld GmbH have jointly taken delivery of new Liebherr cranes at the Ehingen plant. The companies maintain a partnership network in which they share resources and support each other. The three new mobile cranes offer modern technology and high flexibility for various applications. The handover emphasises […]
Winners Announced at Record-Breaking CPA Stars of the Future Awards
Following a record-breaking number of nominations for the Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) Stars of the Future Awards 2025, the winners of the apprentice and trainee awards were announced at a jam-packed awards ceremony hosted at the Heart of England Conference and Events Centre near Coventry. A total of 103 nominations were received for this year’s […]
CDE commissions 400tph sand washing plant in Portsmouth
A compact solution for Brett Aggregates’ new site at Portsmouth. CDE, a leading provider of wet processing solutions for the natural minerals processing and waste recycling sectors, has commissioned a 400tph sand wash plant in Portsmouth for Brett Aggregates. With history dating back over 115 years, Brett is a building materials group comprising of seven […]
Mobile excavator: the ideal recycling machine
As an experienced provider of waste disposal, container services, and raw materials trading, Rüschen GmbH & Co. KG has been serving customers in the region and beyond for around 35 years. More than 30 employees at the Lathen site ensure that waste management runs smoothly, from document destruction and grease trap disposal to scrap logistics. […]
All new JN Bentley excavators to be fitted with Xwatch safety systems
Building on its 2024 switch, the firm has added 13 XW5-equipped machines and will now install Xwatch on every new excavator to give operators direct control and cut exposure to high-energy hazards. JN Bentley, part of the global Mott MacDonald Group, has added 13 new Komatsu excavators to its fleet, each fitted with the Xwatch […]
FROM STANDING START TO TOP-TEAM: MCHALE PLANT SALES POISED TO EXPAND METSO PRESENCE IN UK
To build a team with knowledge of quarrying and aggregates and the expertise required to service customers within the sector – and to accomplish it over a two-year period, all from a standing start – was a challenge that many would consider challenging. That was the task facing Metso’s UK distributor, McHale Plant Sales when, […]
CITB and DWP agreement to support career opportunities in construction industry
A new agreement signed by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and the Department for Work and Pensions will enable thousands of people to benefit from on-the-job training and career opportunities in the construction sector. Roles ranging from project managers to bricklayers will be made available to jobseekers thanks to the agreement, which will mean […]