Demolition works to begin at 62-70 Victoria Street in Paignton
We are preparing to begin the demolition of the building at 62–70 Victoria Street, Paignton. Site mobilisation works start on Friday 10 July ahead of demolition works commencing on Tuesday 14 July. Contractors Gilpin Demolition, who previously carried out emergency safety works at the site have been appointed to undertake the full demolition. Their team […]
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 […]
EDDIE enters the European Demolition Association
The European Demolition Association has welcomed EDDIE as a new member, further strengthening the association’s commitment to innovation, advanced manufacturing, and the development of cutting-edge technologies that support the demolition, construction, and infrastructure sectors. Founded in August 2003, YANTAI EDDIE Precision Machinery has grown into a diversified enterprise with six major business segments: construction machinery attachments, high-end […]
Ulrich accelerates UK growth with strategic acquisition of Hull-based LCR
Ulrich, a leading manufacturer of front loaders and attachments for the construction, waste and recycling, agricultural and industrial sectors, has announced the acquisition of Hull-based LCR, a highly-respected EN 1090 EXC3-certified welding and fabrication specialist. The acquisition marks a major milestone in Ulrich’s UK expansion and global growth strategy, significantly increasing manufacturing capacity while strengthening […]
NFDC Talks Return for 2026 with Refreshed Seminar Programme on Intelligent Demolition Planning
The National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC), in partnership with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Institute of Demolition Engineers (IDE), is pleased to announce the return of NFDC Talks – Intelligent Demolition Planning for 2026. Refreshed and re-shaped following the strong feedback and high engagement from last year’s programme, the 2026 series will once […]
Ulrich Attachments’ line-up for ScotPlant 2026 announced.
Leading UK plant attachment manufacturer Ulrich Attachments will showcase a line-up of products at ScotPlant 2026 that includes the High Tip buckets it is particularly renowned for. Ulrich’s stand (T6) at Scotland’s largest construction equipment exhibition, at the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh on April 24th and 25th, will major on two High Tip buckets […]
Contractor hired for final phase of Fiddlers Ferry demolition
Peel NRE has appointed DSM Demolition Ltd to manage the next significant phase of demolition at the former power station. It comes after plans were submitted last month, seeking to demolish the final four cooling towers. DSM, with decades of experience in the decommissioning and demolition of large-scale industrial and power generation facilities, will execute […]
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 […]